Provides all individuals with Down syndrome have the opportunity to enhance their quality of life, realize their life aspirations and become valued members of welcoming communities. Through our toll-free helpline (800-221-4602) and email service ([email protected]).

Investigates concerns and complaints about nursing homes, group homes, community based home health care, and assisted living facilities. Also handles complaints related to the MyCare managed care system. Complaints can be anonymous. Program also will help consumers select a long term care facility and provide information about local facilities. Operates a volunteer program that advocates for quality care for nursing home residents.

Mobile market carrying a wide variety of meats, fresh produce and other grocery items. Initiative created by ACTION of Mahoning Valley and Flying High Inc. to provide healthy food access options to residents of Mahoning County, particularly the city of Youngstown who live in USDA-designated food deserts.

Provides 24 hour crisis intervention, reassurance, information and referral; emergency linkage to community agencies, police, hospitals, emergency assistance. A Victims Advocate provides community support, advocacy and reassurance to victims of crime following a traumatic experience.

Assists individuals with developmental disabilities in developing the skills that are necessary to stand up for themselves; obtain the information, opportunities, respect, and recognition to which they are entitled and the services for which they are eligible, and help them integrate into and become valued members of their communities.

County Probate Court. Responsible for duties regarding estates, guardianships, marriage licenses, adoptions, changes of name, and mental health matters.

Self-directed home care support program. Eligible veterans are approved for annual budget that can be used to hire/purchase services to help avoid nursing home placement. Types of services provided include: * Personal care tasks * Meals or other home delivery services * Respite care * Care coordination * Goods and services to improve home safety * Case management provided by the Area Agency on Aging * Provided through collaboration with the Louise Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center.

Provides comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault services. Programs: * Counseling * Emergency Shelter * Victim Advocacy * Danger Assessment Program * Rape Crisis Center

Provides a personal advocate for each youth who spends an average of 15 hours per week assisting the youth in educational, vocational employment and/or recreational programs; offers a positive adult role model. This program's services are offered for youth in their own homes as well as youth placed in agency's foster homes.

Establishes an ongoing dialogue between the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community and the City of Akron Administration. Hears directly from community members about concerns, works collaboratively with the community to advance and advocate for policies which affect the LGBT community, and to eliminate bigotry, discrimination, and prejudice on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. Works to identify solutions and educate about recommended safety measures and available resources.

Counseling and psychiatric services for adults and transitional age youth. CPST available for adults. Individual, marital, family and group counseling.

Provides comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault services. Programs: * Counseling * Emergency Shelter * Victim Advocacy * Danger Assessment Program * Rape Crisis Center

A Turning Point advocate can familiarize clients with Ohio laws that pertain to their situation. The victims' rights advocates can help answer questions about the judicial processes regarding custody, criminal charges, protection orders, dissolution and divorce, and property issues. Advocates can attend legal and court appointments with the victim as requested. While the victims' rights advocates are not attorneys, they can provide referrals to affordable or even free legal services. In addition, advocates are available to meet face-to-face with individuals who are considering using Turning Point's services. Advocates can meet at police departments or other safe places. Any individual with visible injuries may call and request a photo and written documentation of the injuries for possible future use. Parties with specific questions can meet with an advocate to have their concerns addressed. Advocates can assist with Victim Compensation applications and referral to local attorneys for assistance with filing when necessary.

Work with Individuals with disabilities to train and develop personal strengths, master living skills, overcome barriers, and utilize technologies and resources allowing them to continue living independently and productively within their home and community. The agency strives to train in the areas of assistive technologies, and work with suppliers to advocate for and represent our consumers. We also do a minimal amount of direct services.

Provide temporary shelter for single women and women with children who are homeless. Length of stay is 30 days with goal of moving to stable housing. Assistance with finding permanent housing and other resources.

Counseling and psychiatric services for adults and transitional age youth. CPST available for adults. Individual, marital, family and group counseling.

Provides advocacy and support to tenants throughout Ohio. Offers information on rental rights, fair housing, housing advocacy and tenant organizing. Also provides tenants legal advice concerning landlord/tenant issues. Primary focus is on tenants living in federally assisted housing (Project-based Section 8, Low Income Housing Tax Credits and Rural Housing Service 515 properties), but staff will try to be of service to any Ohioan with questions about their housing rights.

Counseling and psychiatric services for adults and transitional age youth. CPST available for adults. Individual, marital, family and group counseling.

Counseling and psychiatric services for adults and transitional age youth. CPST available for adults. Individual, marital, family and group counseling.

Children’s Hunger Alliance works with and educates elected officials and other policy makers about hunger and the impact it has on the children and economic future of communities throughout Ohio. Call for more information.

Assures minority and female representation on all city-sponsored and federally assisted construction projects in the city and SMSA. Also assures physical accessibility for handicapped persons to public buildings and streets. Processes discrimination complaints on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, and disability. If warranted, agency may file class action litigation on the behalf of its clients.

Providing a vital link between the criminal justice system and community services, CHOICES' Legal Advocates walk individuals through an often overwhelming court system, assisting with filing criminal charges and obtaining protection orders. Legal advocates gather information, offer support and comfort, and above all, listen.

Provides safe shelter with wrap around services for adults and children who are victims of domestic violence. The YWCA Dayton operates Montgomery County’s only shelter for victims of domestic violence.

Mobile market carrying a wide variety of meats, fresh produce and other grocery items. Initiative created by ACTION of Mahoning Valley and Flying High Inc. to provide healthy food access options to residents of Mahoning County, particularly the city of Youngstown who live in USDA-designated food deserts.

Provides 24 hour crisis intervention, reassurance, information and referral; emergency linkage to community agencies, police, hospitals, emergency assistance. A Victims Advocate provides community support, advocacy and reassurance to victims of crime following a traumatic experience.