1550 Corporate Woods Pkwy Uniontown, Ohio 44685 1-800-421-7277 or 330-896-9172

Hattie Larlham
9772 Diagonal Road
Mantua, OH 44255

phone: 330.274.2272
toll free: 800.233.8611

WEBSITE; www.hattielarlham.org

Hattie Larlham is a not-for-profit organization that provides quality care to children and adults with mental retardation and developmental disabilities (MR/DD). Through residential, respite/private duty home care and vocational programs, our services not only benefit the individuals we serve, but also their families, loved ones and surrounding communities.

With our children’s center in Mantua and 24 group homes throughout Northeast Ohio, Hattie Larlham’s staff of 750 employees provides quality services and supports to more than 1,200 people with mental retardation and developmental disabilities (MR/DD).

Simply EZ Home Delivered Meals

Fresh, Health Meals Delivered Weekly

http://www.simplyez.net/index.phpindex

Simply EZ has been recognized numerous times by the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging for Exemplary Performance in Providing Home Care Services.

We deliver more than 25,000 meals per week to over 47 counties in Ohio. Our weekly visits bring a variety of meals including low-sugar and low sodium choices as well as adhering to sensitive dietary restrictions. Our portions are freshly sealed for easy heat and serve.

Tri - County Independent Living Center Inc.
(330) 762-0007 (Voice) 1-800-750-0750 (Ohio Relay) (330) 762-7416 (FAX)

Tri-County Independent Living Center, Inc.

680 East Market Street
Suite 205
Akron, Ohio 44304

Monday through Friday
8:00 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M.
(330) 762-0007 (Voice)

Calls made at other times are answered by voice mail.

1-800-750-0750 (Ohio Relay)
(330) 762-7416 (FAX)

Services Offered

There are no fees or age requirements for services which are provided without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability to persons who reside in Summit, Stark, or Portage Counties

Portage County Senior Services Center

http://www.co.portage.oh.us/seniorservices.htm

705 Oakwood, Room #203 (second floor), Ravenna, Ohio 44266 
Office Phone: 330-297-3456 Fax: 330-297-3503 
*Toll Free 1-800-772-3799
*For calls in Portage County from a number not local to the 296 / 297 exchange.
Office and Center Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday 

MISSION

The primary mission of the Portage County Senior Services Center is to provide socialization opportunities for all Portage County Senior Citizens without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or ancestry. The secondary mission of the Senior Services Center is to make the community aware of all of the current and future needs of older Americans. The Center also serves as a human link between appropriate services and the needs of the individual Senior citizen.

Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County

http://www.mental-health-recovery.org/

PO Box 743, Kent Ohio 44240

Phone: 330-673-1756

Fax: 330-673-1330

24 Hour Crisis Services

1-877-796-3555

1-866-449-8515

With one in four families experiencing either mental health or substance abuse problems in today’s world, it’s good to know that Portage County has quality, affordable services. The good mental health and safety of children are a priority of the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County.

The Board oversees a “network of care for all generations” for Portage County residents.

• We fund counseling for children and adults who are victims of domestic violence and abuse.
• Our commitment to healthy youth extends to providing counselors who assist teachers and guidance counselors in all school systems.
• Our network has services for teens who get into trouble with alcohol and drugs while we also work hard at preventing substance abuse by funding education for hundreds of students each year.
• We maintain 24-hour emergency mental health and suicide prevention services.

The duties of the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County are set by the state of Ohio. One of 60 similar boards in the state, the Board's official title is the Portage County Board of Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services.
Under Ohio law, these boards are given responsibility for seeing that services and
facilities are available locally for the treatment of people with mental illness
and/or alcohol/drug addiction.

Big Brothers & Sisters of Portage County

http://www.bbsportage.org/

705 Oakwood St. Suite 103
Ravenna, OH 44266

Phone: 330.296.6655.

Together, we are changing what it means to grow up in America.

Bigs and Littles have fun together - and create memories that last a lifetime. We call it "Little moments ... Big magic." Research on our volunteer programs points to the powerful, positive, lasting impact Bigs have on children's lives. Littles are:

• 52% less likely to skip school
• 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
• More likely to get along with their families and peers

Proven positive impact on children and communities.

Veterans Service Commission Portage County

http://www.co.portage.oh.us/veterans.htm

449 South Meridian St., 3rd Floor, Portage County Administration. Bldg. Ravenna, Ohio 44266 
Phone: 330-297-3545 Fax: 330-297-3544
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

The Veterans Service Commission was established for the purpose of assisting veterans and their dependents who have met with unexpected hardship as a result of sickness, injury, disease, or lack of employment.

Services Available for Veterans or Dependents of Veterans

• Emergency Financial Assistance
• Information and guidance in obtaining aid from various federal, state, and local organizations
• Referrals as required to other agencies for assistance as determined by counseling
• Assistance in making application for benefits administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs
• Assistance with dependent's applications for benefits upon the death of the veteran
• Transportation for eligible veterans to Veterans Administration Medical Centers.