Stark County Jfs: Adoption Services | Stark County Department Of Job And Family Services
Resource Name:Stark County Jfs: Adoption Services | Stark County Department Of Job And Family Services
Stark County Department Of Job And Family Services - Children Services Division
address
402 2nd Street Southeast, Canton, OH 44702
Eligibility
Serves individuals and families in Stark County interested in adopting children or parents considering an adoption plan for their unborn child.
Required documents
Will be requested as needed.
Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 4:30pm.
(330) 451-8789
Voice
·voice | Foster/Adopt
Languages
None.
Application process
Call the office or visit the website for more information.
Fees
None.
Service area
Stark County, Ohio
Matches children in permanent custody with adoptive families. Includes adoptive parent recruitment, education and training, adoption preparation services, and ongoing supportive counseling from initial placement through adoption finalization. Provides post-adoption services to assist families with emerging needs as they arise. Provides information and referral services for birth parents considering an adoption plan for their unborn child.
Last Verified
06/29/2026
Providing organization
Stark County Department Of Job And Family Services
Provides the following services:
- Child and adult protective services
- Employment services and job training
- Foster care, adoption services, and kinship services
- Food assistance (AKA food stamps)
- Medicaid and Medicare Saving Program
- Ohio Works First and Temporary Assistance for Needy Family (TANF)
- Child care assistance
- Child care provider certification.
Data provided by
Lifeline Lake County 211