Evaluates cases related to removing barriers to employment such as: - Sealing criminal records or application for a Certificate of Qualification for Employment (CQE) when applicable; - Sealing and expungement of Juvenile records; - Resolving credit report problems that interfere with employment; - Owed money from an employer (including minimum wage, overtime, and vacation pay); - Obtaining identification for employment purposes, including driver’s license reinstatement; - Obtaining or maintaining licenses/certifications; - Employment discrimination which has occurred within the last 12 months;

Provides advance directives that can be picked up at the hospital or print them from home. Assistance is also available to individuals that need help to fill the form out. Public Notary is available by appointment for advance directives form to be completed.

Confidential advocacy, education, and information for consumers of long-term care services, including: * Complaint investigation * Consumer advocacy * Long-term care selection assistance * Transition coordination

Group offering education, encouragement and support to anyone whose life is effected by an ostomy. Family members, and people considering an ostomy are welcome. Meets on odd months at Humility House 755 Ohltown Road, Austintown; and even months at St. E's Boardman 8401 Market Street in the Woodland Room. Parking is free and light refreshments are served.

Probate Court is a division of the Court of Common pleas; probate conservatorship assistance is available.

Provides referrals to qualified attorneys. An initial, brief consultation is provided by attorneys who receive referrals from this agency (after that standard attorney fees apply).

Provides fair housing services for Madison County residents

Provides assistance to individuals who feel they have been the victim of housing discrimination due to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ethnic group, marital status, Vietnam Era or disabled Veteran status, family status, or ancestry. Handles housing discrimination issues dealing with renting, home purchase, mortgage, or insurance.

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

Allows individuals to record living wills and durable power of attorney for health care with the office to ensure that documents will be available to family members, if the need arises.

Provides legal assistance for those of Arab heritage who are experiencing any type of discrimination. Does not litigate directly on the client's behalf, but refers to a network of legal professionals as needed. Works with the civil rights offices of all government agencies on policies. Provides legal assistance for immigrants, including information on the law, what documents to file, and what course of action is required, as well as referral as needed for representation.

The Mercer County Child Support Enforcement Agency provides child support establishment, collection of support and modification of support.

Enforcement starts at the beginning of an order through mandatory income withholdings, if a source is available. Income includes wages from employers, unemployment benefits, workers’ compensation, social security benefits, disability benefits, bank accounts, and pensions. The CSEA enforces child support orders to ensure payments are made. For those in default on their child support payments, actions may include credit bureau reporting, occupational and professional license revocation, Ohio driver's license revocation, garnishment state and federal tax refunds or bonuses, and the freezing and seizing of an obligor's assets held by a financial institution. The CSEA initiates prosecutions for nonpayment of support, both civil and criminal, in Franklin County and in other jurisdictions.

Connects people in need of legal assistance with a pre-screened, experienced, qualified, and local attorney. Participating attorneys must meet experience criteria in their areas of practice and carry liability insurance in order to be a member of the referral service. In some cases, the following appointments can be arranged: house calls, knowledge of foreign languages, evening appointments and referrals to attorneys licensed in other states.

Provides advice and representation in some limited bankruptcies when loss of home or income garnishment are threatened. Advice and representation may also be available in matters such as auto repossession, bill collection, unfair and deceptive practices, garnishments, home improvement problems, used car sales, auto repair, credit reporting, and student loan payments.

Provide Mahoning County residents that qualify with a stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, bedding, and/or a crib. Services beginning April 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022.

Administers and enforces the Labor-management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959, especially regarding the election of labor union officers and the proper use of labor union funds.

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.

Dispatches officers to the scene of a crime in progress or an emergency incident (call 911). Dispatches officers on non-emergency calls (call 937-233-2080). Also investigates crimes and reports of missing persons, and investigates incidents of alleged police misconduct. Serves residents of Butler Township only.

Assists consumers in cases where an immediate change in residential setting is needed, where it is necessary to deal with law enforcement, or where there is alleged abuse or neglect of the consumer. Provides information and referral for all services. Monitors residential and day programs, does complaint resolution, and acts for advocacy and protection of client rights. This office also monitors Board compliance with legal regulations, oversees its accreditation, and evaluates its services in terms of goals and outcomes.

Provides legal assistance for LGBTQ+ individuals. Cases may include: *Unemployment Assistance *Administrative Discrimination **They are unable to accept cases involving criminal defense, personal injury, medical malpractice, tenant defense, adoptions, and cases involving a request for monetary damages**

Probate Court has jurisdiction to hear over two hundred (200) separate kinds of cases. They include the administration of decedent's estates, consent for medical treatment, the appointment of guardians for minors and incapacitated adults and the supervision of their property, civil involuntary commitments of the mentally ill, adoptions, birth record corrections and registrations, changes of name, issuance of marriage licenses, supervision of testamentary trusts (those created by will) and interpretation and enforcement of inter vivos trusts (those created during a person's lifetime), land appropriations, will constructions and will contests.

Provides assistance with car repairs, reinstatement of driver's license fees, license plate fees, car insurance, driver's education. Can pay car payments if behind in payments. Provides new or used vehicle down payment match. Maximum amount of assistance is up to $1,500 in a 12 month period (which counts against an overall $1,500 cap on all PRC services in a 12 month period).

Provides free legal advice and representation on civil legal problems in the following areas: - Administrative Law. - Consumer Law. - Education Law. - Family Law. - Housing Law. - Immigration Law. - Other civil matters. - Does not provide assistance in criminal, juvenile offender, or traffic cases.