Home

Foster Care Services | Summit County Children Services

264 South Arlington Street, Akron, OH 44306

Serves Summit County residents. A criminal background check is required for all adult household members.
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
(330) 379-1877

Voice - voice | Independent Living Program

(330) 434-5437

Voice - voice | 24/7 Child Abuse and Neglect Intake Hotline 330-434-KIDS

(330) 996-1799

Voice - voice | Kinship Care and Navigator Services

(330) 379-2087

Voice - voice | Client Rights Officer

(330) 379-9094

Voice - voice | Administrative and General Information

(330) 379-1990

Voice - voice | Foster Care and Adoption Inquiry Line

(330) 379-1980

Voice - voice | Volunteer and Donor Opportunities

Utilizes language interpretation services.

Call the Foster Care and Adoption Inquiry Line or visit the website for more information.

No fee.

Summit County, Ohio

Description

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.

Data provided by

211 Summit

Providing organization

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.