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Portage County The
County Resource Directory Click this link:: http://www.co.portage.oh.us/ |
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| Area Agency On Aging Portage County 1550 Corporate Woods Pkwy Uniontown , OH 44685 Phone; (330) 896-9172 |
Adult day services, Companion services, Home delivered meals, Home medical equipment, Homemaker services, Home repair, Electronics monitoring systems, and medical transportation | ||||
| Adult Protective Services Portage County 47 N Main St Akron , OH 44308 Phone; (330) 643-7217 |
To respond to and investigate reports of elderly abuse, exploitation or neglect in a timely manner, and to offer assistance where needed | ||||
| Ombudsman Portage County 1550 Corporate Woods Pkwy Uniontown, Ohio 44685 1-800-421-7277 or 330-896-9172 |
The Ombudsman addresses the concerns of consumers in a variety of long term care settings. by investigating and resolving complaints; Promoting the enforcement of laws and regulations; Advising and recommending policy to sttae andd federal government agencies on long term care issuses; and educating the public, consumers, providers, and policy makers. | ||||
| Department of Job and Family Services Portage County 1081 W Main St Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone; (330) 296-2841 |
Assistance with health care, food stamps, Financial assistance, food stamps, Shelter and transportation | ||||
| Board of MR/DD Portage County 7008 State Route 88 Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone; (330) 296-2839 |
County agency providing supports to children and adults who have mental retardation or developmental disabilities | ||||
| Crisis Intervention/ Mental Health Services Portage County 100 W Cedar St Akron , OH 44307 Phone; (330) 762-3500 |
Crisis prevention and intervention for drug abuse and mental health services | ||||
| Child Protective Services Portage County 449 S Meridian St Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone; (330) 297-5437 |
Services are for families with children determined to be at risk of abuse and neglect | ||||
| Domestic Violence Portage County National Domestic Violence Hotline National Domestic Violence Hotline Phone 1-800-799-SAFE(7233) 1-800-787-3224(TDD) |
Services are for families with children determined to be at risk of abuse and neglect | ||||
| Shelters American Red Cross Summit County Chapter Portage County 501 W Market St Akron , OH 44303 Phone; (330) 535-6131 |
Social Services, Mental Health, Nutrition Counseling, Home Health Services, Homeless Services, HomelessShelters, Hospice Services | ||||
| Shelters Habitat for Humanity of Portage County Portage County 643 Cleveland Rd Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone; (330) 296-2880 |
Hope Homes; Kent HomelessShelter - "Home Remedies for the Homeless" and "Soapy Sundays" collections; | ||||
| Food Pantries Akron Canton Food Bank Portage County 546 Grant St Akron , OH 44311 Phone; (330) 535-6900 |
soup kitchens, homeless shelters, and foodpantries that provide food and other things in your community, | ||||
| Food Pantries First Presbyterian Church-Akron Portage County 647 E Market St Akron , OH 44304 Phone; (330) 434-5183 |
Weekly, people come to our church for food and nourishment through the FoodPantry and Walk In Meals. | ||||
| Salvation Army Portage County 268 W Main St Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone; (330) 297-7514 |
Services provided are health services, addiction dependency, worship services, and family tracing | ||||
| Goodwill Industries Portage County 2600 State Route 59 Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone; (330) 677-5443 |
This non-profit organization helps people with education, training, and career services for people with physical, mental and emotional disabilities | ||||
| Catholic Social Services Portage County 640 N Main St Akron , OH 44310 Phone; (330) 467-4888 |
This organization provides services to help children and youth succeed, strengthening and supporting families | ||||
| United Way Portage County 122 N Prospect St Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone; (330) 297-4636 |
This organization provides services to help children and youth succeed, strengthening and supporting families | ||||
| Lutheran Social Services Portage County 1420 Dogwood Dr Youngstown , OH 44505 Phone; (330) 740-0344 |
This organization provides services for families who need financial, human resources and other support services. | ||||
| Metropolitan Housing Authority Portage County 4133 Fishcreek Rd Kent , OH 44240 Phone; (330) 678-0805 |
Their programs provide assistance to low and moderate income families and individuals | ||||
| Health Department Portage County 449 S Meridian St Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone; (330) 296-9919 |
The health department performs food licensing and food inspection, vaccination programs, free STD and AIDS tests, and other medical assistance. | ||||
| American Red Cross Portage County 609 W Main St Ravenna , OH 44266 Phone: (330) 296-9991 |
This agency helps prepare communities for emergencies and keep people safe | ||||
| RX for Ohio Website; who | RxforOhio is a program that connects qualified, low-income people with discount prescription drugs, direct from the pharmaceutical manufacturer. | ||||
| Angel Food Ministries Windham First Church of God ( 330) 326-2293 | Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing grocery relief and financial support to communities throughout the United States. The program began in 1994 with 34 families in Monroe, Georgia (between Atlanta and Athens), and has grown to serve thousands of families every month across 17 states. Angel Food Ministries crosses denominational lines and has spread the good news of the gospel of Christ through salvation tracts that are placed in each food order | ||||
Hattie Larlham phone: 330.274.2272 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). |
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Simply EZ Home Delivered Meals Fresh, Health Meals Delivered Weekly http://www.simplyez.net/index.phpindex
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Simply
EZ has been recognized numerous times by the Central Ohio Area Agency
on Aging for Exemplary Performance in Providing Home Care Services. |
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Tri - County
Independent Living Center Inc. Tri-County Independent
Living Center, Inc. |
Services Offered Tri-County addresses specific needs of persons with disabilities who reside in our three-county service area: (1) information and referral resources to address inquiries on housing, transportation, housing modifications, durable medical equipment and benefits, and personal assistance;(2) independent living services skills training; (3) peer support which will allow people with disability to explore options and solve problems; (4) community education and technical assistance to eliminate architectural and attitudinal barriers; (5) advocacy on an individual or systems level to bring about change that maximize integration and inclusion. 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 |
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Portage County Senior Services Center http://www.co.portage.oh.us/seniorservices.htm 705 Oakwood, Room #203
(second floor), Ravenna, Ohio 44266 |
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. |
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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
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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.
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. |
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1-800-750-0750 (Ohio Relay) 
(330) 762-7416 (FAX)