Comprehensive Information & Referral service serving Clark County

The NAACP sponsors a variety of programs. Programs are designed to ensure civil rights compliance, equitable treatment of all Americans under law, the attainment of educational excellence, access to health care and economic empowerment.

- Offers job seeking training events for Veterans and their spouses. - Attendees will receive training that includes resume writing and analysis, interview coaching, skill assessment, job search techniques/instructions, dress for success tips and valuable career training. - Holds periodic employment events and job fairs, often in cooperation with Job and Family Services or local governments.

A community effort to address issues of generational poverty and children's success in Springfield, Ohio. Primarily focused on the southeast side of Springfield which includes two elementary schools and two middle schools. Springfield Promise Neighborhood builds assets in adults, youth, and in the community. Our summer and after school activities connect youth with mentors and with effective, evidence-based approaches to foster resilience in youth and help them practice the tools to be good people, make good choices, and give back to others. Our family engagement opportunities bring parents together frequently to promote positive parenting and build the skills necessary to be good citizens and neighbors. Our community development activities and multiple partnerships address the need for good nutrition and healthy activity, while providing the neighborhood a safe place to gather in a 1 acre urban community garden.

Hosting a family event including community resources, food trucks, and free games, inflatables, and activities for youth.

Hosting a reentry resource fair. Resources available include assistance with: - obtaining a state ID, social security card, birth certificate, or public assistance benefits; - employment readiness and training opportunities; - applying for record sealing/expungement; - BMV reinstatement and amnesty; - child support; - financial literacy and credit counseling.

Providing a special event for older adults and caregivers. Providing flu and Covid vaccinations, Medicare checkups,door prizes and giveaways, and information from almost 100 vendors.

The Clark County Family and Children First Council is assisted by the Clark County Child and Family Collaborative in the design, coordination and implementation of a system of care for children and youth and their families.

Provides information and resources for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other disabilities, their families, and the community.

Offering a special event with vendors, music, HIV/AIDS testing, giveaways, and information on community resources. Vendors include: - Lorain Public Health. - Cleveland Clinic. - Young People in Recovery - Lorain County Chapter. - Lorain County Children Services. - LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland. - Genesis House/Lorain County Safe Harbor. - Family Planning Services. - Mental Health and Recovery Services (MHARS) Board of Lorain County. - The LCADA Way. - Peace Community Church. - United Way of Greater Lorain County. - Lorain Public Library System. - The Nord Center. - OhioGuidestone. - Equality Ohio. - Socially Selective Clay. - Colors+.

The Children Services Unit investigates reports of abuse and neglect. This unit also assumes responsibility for dependent children. Ongoing protective services to families and children identified to be a risk of further abuse or neglect. Foster care and adoption services are provided. Alternative Response is a form of practice in child protective services that allows for more than one method of response to accepted reports of suspected child abuse and/or neglect.

Offering breakfast, holiday crafts, and other holiday activities for families with children. Santa will be in attendance and available for photos. Information on various community resources will be available.

Offering breakfast, holiday crafts, and other holiday activities for families with children. Santa will be in attendance and available for photos. Information on various community resources will be available.

Family & Children Services is mandated to receive and investigate reports of alleged child abuse and neglect. Investigations are performed in cooperation with the Police and Sheriff's Departments. Services available to families involved are: Case Management, Case Counseling, Protective Services, Family Stability, Substitute Care and Adoption.

Providing healthcare for all ages in Madison County including pediatrics, family care, women's services, and chronic care management.

Offers job fairs aiming to connect individuals seeking employment with prospective employers. Job fairs range from single company to large job fairs with 30 to 40 companies on site.

Provides a one-weekend (Friday through Sunday) festival devoted to helping those who are homeless or who are on the verge of becoming homeless. Several community service providers will provide services such as medical, dental, optical, hearing, podiatry, and health screenings (including mammograms); the event also provides haircuts, clothing, personal hygiene items, food, and information to help people get connected to the community's health and human services.

A program for expectant mothers, newborns, infants and toddlers that provides free health and developmental services in order to promote physical and mental health for children. All expectant mothers and children under the age of 3 and their families are eligible to recieve the services and benefits of the program. Home visiting programs.

Comprehensive Information & Referral service serving Clark County

Comprehensive Information & Referral service serving Madison County

Providing a resource fair of summer programming for youth in Akron. Families can meet various community organizations providing summer programs. Families will have the option to sign up for summer programming at the resource fair.

Springfield's only full-service hospital offering complete care including 24/7 emergency services, maternity services, critical and intensive care, surgery and pediatric care-all provided by skilled doctors and highly trained health professionals.

Offering a career fair. Job seekers will have an opportunity to introduce themselves and learn about the resources a variety of businesses and organizations will have to offer,

F.F. Mueller Center. We manage and operate the F.F. Mueller Center, which is a package of services that incorporates 24-hour nursing for people with developmental disabilities. The F.F. Mueller Center is funded through the Developmental Disabilities of Clark County tax levy and Medicaid. Community Living Services (CLS). CLS staff work with individuals age 3 and up to identify needs and goals, and assist individuals to live, work and participate in our community. We determine eligibility for services, assist in accessing resources, and authorize services that meet the person’s needs. A majority of services are paid by 60% Federal government funds, and 40% from State and local tax dollars. Early Childhood. Early Childhood staff provides services for children age birth through two who have developmental delays. Staff has special training to assist babies and toddlers with a variety of needs including hearing and vision loss, autism, language delays, Down syndrome, gross motor deficiencies, and more. This program is highly effective, with 50% of the children no longer needing services upon entering kindergarten. EI is funded by Help Me Grow and the Developmental Disabilities of Clark County tax levy. Adult Services. Adult Services offers programs that promote independence, self-sufficiency, and involvement in the community. Services are tailored to meet the needs, interests, and desires of the recipient. Adult Services are funded by local tax dollars. Transportation. We provide transportation for work and day services for individuals without Medicaid waivers through our specially adapted bus and van fleet. Transportation services are funded through the Developmental Disabilities of Clark County tax levy. Health and Welfare. We ensure individuals we serve are safe and afforded the same rights as other citizens. Unfortunately, individuals with developmental disabilities can be vulnerable to physical abuse, neglect, poor medication administration, and financial misconduct. Developmental Disabilities of Clark County Compliance and Investigative staff monitor and investigate situations in order to maintain safe living conditions for individuals. Employment Training. Through the Employment First, Quest Discovery, Project SEARCH, and Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities programs, we provide vocational training to enrich the lives of those we serve. Vocational services are customized for each individual through assessments and one-on-one meetings with professional counselors. Provider Training and Certification. We offer training and technical assistance to providers to help them attain and maintain certification in order to provide services for people with developmental disabilities. We also offer and encourage ongoing training for providers in order to assist them in providing the best care for the individuals they serve.

Once a year event sponsored by the Veterans Services Commission and LSS. Free services will be provided, this includes medical screenings, legal aid, haircuts, clothing, food, lunch, giveaways, entertainment, access to local employment and social services agencies