Provides advocacy services and information and referral services for physically and mentally disabled people in Medina County. Offers Ombudsman assistance with complaints about services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Collaborates with the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities and Catholic Charities of Medina County.

Offers a tax reduction program which provides Lorain County homeowners with relief on a portion of their home value. With homestead, eligible homeowners receive an exemption on a portion of appraised value from taxation for a single family home. Eligible military Veterans receive an additional exemption. Will answer questions and assist with completing forms regarding the reduction.

Refers individuals with aging and/or disability related issues to appropriate available services in the community to ensure that individuals' needs are fully met. Helps individuals find help for in-home assistance, housing, transportation, long-term care and other health and wellness services.

Offers privately owned rental housing that is made available to low-income individuals and families at reduced rates based on a contract with HUD. Units are available for elderly, disabled, and/or handicapped individuals, as well as family units. Section 8 units are also available. Manages 351 apartments on Everton Lane and on Rentar Lane in Akron.

Provides information and referral in person or over the phone. Current information on housing, transportation, assistive technology and community services is provided to consumers as well as the community at large.

Provides information on disability related issues and links to community resources.

Provides a monthly cash benefit for individuals who do not meet all of the eligibility requirements necessary to receive help from other federal and state benefit programs, such as Supplemental Social Security (SSI) and Ohio Works First (OWF). Maximum cash benefit per month for one person is $115 and $159 per month for two people.

Affordable housing units for individuals who are physically or hearing impaired. Units are offered at a low rate to allow comfortable, safe living for tenants who are on a fixed income.

Provides a federally-funded child development and family support program that provides early education, health, mental health, nutrition, and social services to families with children from birth to age 5 with disabilities (including speech or language delays, physical disabilities, health impairments, autism, and other developmental delays). Partners with local school districts, Help Me Grow, and other service providers to offer speech therapy, mental health services, screening and evaluations, and transportation to and from services. Offers two (2) program options: - Center-based option offers 5-days a week (full-day or half-day) in a classroom setting. - Home-based option offered once a week for an hour and a half in a home setting.

Seven-story independent living apartment homes feature 69 one-bedroom units and 17 two-bedroom units. Each unit includes a living room, bedroom(s), kitchen, bathroom and closet space. Pet-friendly building allowing cats and dogs (some restrictions may apply). Service coordination, for things like transportation, meal delivery or scheduling of appointments, is available to all residents

Provides a monthly cash benefit for individuals who do not meet all of the eligibility requirements necessary to receive help from other federal and state benefit programs, such as Supplemental Social Security (SSI) and Ohio Works First (OWF). Maximum cash benefit per month for one person is $115 and $159 per month for two people.

Offers individuals with hearing, speech, or auditory processing disabilities a discounted phone and texting plan.

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

Provides assistance to children with special health care needs and their families through three different programs with varying eligibility. *Diagnostic Program: services for up to six months, from CMH-approved providers, to rule out or diagnose a special health care need or establish a plan of treatment. Services may include: Tests and x-rays Therapy evaluations Public health nursing services Visits to CMH-approved doctors Up to five days in the hospital *Treatment Program: services for one year, from CMH-approved providers, for treatment of an eligible condition. May include: laboratory tests, x-rays, physician visits, prescription medications, medical equipment and supplies, surgeries, hospitalizations, public health nursing services and therapies as well as service coordination. All services must be related to the child's eligible condition. *Service Coordination Program: helps families locate and coordinate services for their child.

Offers privately owned rental housing that is made available to low-income households at reduced rates based on a contract between HUD or the state housing authority and the property owner.

24 One Bedroom units. Trash, water, sewer, electric, and gas are included in the rent. One pet allowed with pet deposit.

Provides public insurance to cover medical services that may include doctor visits, some prescription drugs, hospital care, home care, long-term care, medical equipment, transportation, mental health, vision, dental, substance abuse services and other services. Medicaid is the payer of last resort - Medicare will be billed first if client is eligible for it.

Provides a weekend of adaptive sports and recreation. During this overnight camp, participate in Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Softball, Kayaking, Swimming, Track, High Ropes, Games, Campfire, and more. Facility will provide adaptive sports equipment. Campers are also welcome to bring their own.

Provides comprehensive care and health service to children with special health care needs.

Guardianship program for severely mentally disabled persons who are identified by the mental health/developmental disabled systems for services. All referrals must go through clinical issues meetings or the case manager supervisor.

Investigates charges of discrimination and determine whether or not violations of the law have occurred. The agency investigates allegations of discrimination in the areas of employment, public accommodations, housing, credit, and disability (higher education) on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability and military status. Familial status is a protected basis in housing. Age is not a protected basis in housing. Ohio Civil Rights Commission employees are law enforcement officers and must remain neutral.

Offers a tax reduction program which provides Tuscarawas County homeowners with relief on a portion of their home value. With homestead, eligible homeowners receive an exemption on a portion of appraised value from taxation for a single family home. Eligible military Veterans receive an additional exemption. Will answer questions and assist with completing forms regarding the reduction.

Refers individuals with aging and/or disability related issues to appropriate available services in the community to ensure that individuals' needs are fully met. Helps individuals find help for housing, transportation, and other health and wellness services. Refers to Ohio Benefits Long-Term Services and Supports for assistance with in-home assistance and long-term care counseling.

Refers individuals with aging-related or disability-related issues to the appropriate available services in the community to ensure that individuals' needs are fully met. Provides assistance in finding help for housing, transportation, in-home care, long-term care, and other health and wellness services including benefits screening. Also assists clients in applying for and being assessed for services such as PASSPORT.

The Bipolar Peer Support Group is an opportunity for people living with this disorder to connect, find validation, and potentially learn some new coping strategies. Two trained co-facilitators will maintain a safe environment for people of all backgrounds to share space. Please feel free to come and talk—or just listen—as we discuss the ups and downs of living with bipolar disorder and how to make the most out of life.