Foster Care Services | Summit County Children Services
Provides temporary placement for children and youth placed in the custody of Summit County Children Services. Foster parents and other substitute caregivers work to meet the child and family's case plan goals for reunification. Services include foster home recruitment and training, ongoing education, training, and other collaborative services to promote child safety and reduce the length of time children remain in out of home care. Kinship placement is secured whenever possible to maintain family connectedness and minimize trauma.
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211 Summit
Physical Address
264 South Arlington Street, Akron, OH 44306
Hours
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Fax
(330) 379-1901
Website
Application process
Call the Foster Care and Adoption Inquiry Line or visit the website for more information.
Fee
No fee.
Eligibility
Serves Summit County residents. A criminal background check is required for all adult household members.
Languages
Utilizes language interpretation services.
Service area
Summit County, Ohio
Agency info
Summit County Children Services
Assesses and investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Delivers culturally sensitive, collaborative protective services that provide children with a nurturing, safe, and permanent home.