Provides disability outreach and support services for families directly affected by developmental disabilities. Services include education, parental support, links to health care and other resources, referrals and mentoring services.

Provides assessment to identify the individual's academic and vocational capabilities. Participants complete a variety of pencil and paper, computerized or simulated activities to determine their work kills, transferable skills, aptitudes, academic abilities and interests. A written report is forwarded to the client's referral source.

Provides legal assistance to parents who have children with disabilities and who are concerned about a lack of appropriate education or about (threats of) suspension and/or expulsion from elementary, middle, or high school.

Provides services for clients to find gainful employment or training. Specific services include: counseling and planning, personal and work adjustment training, vocational training, training supplies and books, financial aid to attend post-secondary classes, artificial limbs, braces, eyeglasses, hearing aids, psychotherapy, physical therapy, wheelchairs (if needed to work), occupational supplies, placement, small business development, and follow-up on the job. Also helps disabled students who are transitioning from school to work or college after high school. Some of the above services are provided by other agencies through a referral process.

Provides transportation to Lakewood senior centers and to other destinations for medical appointments. When necessary, clients will be escorted into the building or office destination.

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.

Provide opportunities for developmentally disabled children and adults; waiver administration service and support administration; crisis intervention.

Provides services for clients to find gainful employment or training. Specific services include: counseling and planning, personal and work adjustment training, vocational training, training supplies and books, financial aid to attend post-secondary classes, artificial limbs, braces, eyeglasses, hearing aids, psychotherapy, physical therapy, wheelchairs (if needed to work), occupational supplies, placement, small business development, and follow-up on the job. Also helps disabled students who are transitioning from school to work or college after high school. Some of the above services are provided by other agencies through a referral process.

Provides formal supervision for those awaiting trial or on community control (probation) as ordered by the court. Supervises probationers and monitors compliance to the conditions of their probation as well as providing other services such as referrals for social services. Specialized probation services provided for those needing intensive supervision such as those who are mentally disordered offenders, mentally retarded offenders, and sex offenders. Places offenders into drug treatment when needed. Provides case management for those in drug treatment and acts as a liaison between the court, client, and treatment facility. Also supervises persons in the work release and home detention programs.

Provides 73 units of one-bedroom housing (600-1100 square feet).

Offers an adventure-based recreation program centered around outdoor activities designed to help young people develop into responsible and caring adults. Venturing is also open to youth with physical or developmental disabilities.

Provides information about the symptoms, screening/diagnostic procedures, and methods of treatment or management for Autism.

Offers snow plowing of driveways for older adults and disabled persons.

Investigates cases of alleged abuse (physical, sexual, verbal, etc.) and neglect, any health or welfare or misappropriation situations for adults/children with developmental disabilities.

Provides adult activity-based and/or vocational rehabilitation (pre-employment training) services to help the client become as independent as possible and to prepare the client to become part of the workforce. Agency is not taking new clients - in 2020, this service will be provided by other nonprofit agencies.

Subcontracts with local business and industry to provide a variety of paid work opportunities, including light assembly, packaging, and bulk mail fulfillment. A nonprofit business operating with the Vocational Guidance Center and the Willoughby Workshop.

Provides 2 barrier-free homes for 16 adults (8 adults at each location) with intellectual and/or physical disabilities who require 24 hour support services. Home includes nursing staff on site. These services include assistance with personal care, meals, community integration, transportation and all aspects of daily living.

Offers an adventure-based recreation program centered around outdoor activities and youth ministry designed to help young people develop into responsible and caring adults. Venturing is also open to youth with physical or developmental disabilities.

Offers Employment first Coordination for adults with developmental disabilities. Some services provided are: referrals to OOD, liaison for transitioning students, job development, placement and supported employment.

Offers assistance with searching for and maintaining employment for those with disabilities. Services include assessments of work skills, job seeking skills, assistance with resume writing and interviewing, computer training, career exploration, job placement assistance, job coaching and assistance with making arrangements for special needs in the workplace. A community-based work experience can be offered in conjunction with this program. Provides information to potential employers on ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and other topics important for hiring persons with disabilities.

Provides grass cutting and snow removal for seniors and those with disabilities.

Assists persons with a Developmental Disability (DD) with service and support in order to reside in the community with their families. Provides access to all applicable services and coordinated multi-services for citizens with DD, including educational, vocational, community, and residential services.

Mental Health organization, information and support for children and adults with Attention Deficit Disorders.

Provides services for clients to find gainful employment or training. Specific services include: counseling and planning, personal and work adjustment training, vocational training, training supplies and books, financial aid to attend post-secondary classes, artificial limbs, braces, eyeglasses, hearing aids, psychotherapy, physical therapy, wheelchairs (if needed to work), occupational supplies, placement, small business development, and follow-up on the job. Also helps disabled students who are transitioning from school to work or college after high school. Some of the above services are provided by other agencies through a referral process.

Maintains information about community resources that are appropriate for people with Autism and their families. Provides information on trainings/events within an hour of Akron, newsworthy items, articles, and so forth by email.