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The Ohio Benefit Bank

Neighbors helping neighbors

1-800-648-1176

www.ohiobenefits.org

Trained counselors are available where you live, work, play, and pray. Call today to check your eligibility and find a site near you:

Prescription Assistance
Access to Tax Credits
Food Assistance
Medical Coverage
Assistance with utilities

And other community supports

Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies

Community Action Partnership

Helping People. Changing Lives.

http://www.oacaa.org/directory.html

The Community Services Network is made up of more than 1,100 local, private, non-profit and public agencies that work to alleviate poverty and empower low-income families in communities throughout the United States.

Social Welfare Services

Find social and welfare services in your area by entering your zip code at this web site:

http://www.socialwelfareservices.org/Ohio/

Area Agency On Aging
Wayne County
1550 Corporate Woods Pkwy
Uniontown , OH 44685
Phone; (330) 896-9172

Adult day services, Companion services, Home delivered meals, Home medical equipment, Homemaker services, Home repair, Electronics monitoring systems, and medical transportation

Adult Protective Services
Wayne County
356 W North St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 287-5800

To respond to and investigate reports of elderly abuse, exploitation or neglect in a timely manner, and to offer assistance where needed

Ombudsman
Wayne County 1550 Corporate Woods Pkwy. Uniontown Ohio 44685 Phone; 1-800-421-7277 or 330-896-9172

The Ombudsman addresses the concerns of consumers in a variety of long term care settings. by investigating and resolving complaints; Promoting the enforcement of laws and regulations; Advising and recommending policy to sttae andd federal government agencies on long term care issuses; and educating the public, consumers, providers, and policy makers.

Department of Job and Family Services
Wayne County
356 W North St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 287-5800

Assistance with health care, food stamps, Financial assistance, food stamps, Shelter and transportation

Board of DD
Wayne County
266 Oldman Rd
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 345-6016

County agency providing supports to children and adults who have mental retardation or developmental disabilities

Crisis Intervention/ Mental Health Services
Wayne County
215 S Walnut St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-2527

Crisis prevention and intervention for drug abuse and mental health services

Child Protective Services
Wayne County
215 N Grant St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 345-5340

Services are for families with children determined to be at risk of abuse and neglect

Domestic Violence
Wayne County
National Domestic Violence Hotline
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone 1-800-799-SAFE(7233)
1-800-787-3224(TDD)

Services are for families with children determined to be at risk of abuse and neglect

Shelters
American Red Cross: Wayne County Chapter
Wayne County
124 N Walnut St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-9383

Social Services, Mental Health, Nutrition Counseling, Home Health Services, Homeless Services, HomelessShelters, Hospice Services

Shelters
Wayne County
437 S Market St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-4704

Emergency Shelter - Provides temporary shelter for homeless individuals and families in crisis while they seek a permanent home.

Food Pantries
People to People Ministries
Wayne County
454 E Bowman St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 262-1662

Weekdays, 9 am-noon & 1-4:30 pm & Tue., open until 6 pm for food and clothing services only; operates foodpantry;

Food Pantries
Church of God of Prophecy
Wayne County
847 Lakewood Blvd
Akron , OH 44314
Phone; (330) 745-5277

The Sanctuary FoodPantry is open to the public every Wednesday from 11:00am till 1:00pm. We also provide delivery to shut-ins.

Salvation Army
Wayne County
437 S Market St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-4704

Services provided are health services, addiction dependency, worship services, and family tracing

Goodwill Industries
Wayne County
1034 Nold Ave
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-1300

This non-profit organization helps people with education, training, and career services for people with physical, mental and emotional disabilities

Catholic Social Services
Wayne County
521 Beall Ave
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 262-7836

This organization provides services to help children and youth succeed, strengthening and supporting families

United Way
Wayne County
215 S Walnut St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-5576

This organization provides services to help children and youth succeed, strengthening and supporting families

Lutheran Social Services
Wayne County
270 Sterkel Blvd
Mansfield , OH 44907
Phone; (419) 756-1133

This organization provides services for families who need financial, human resources and other support services.

Metropolitan Housing Authority
Wayne County
345 N Market St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-2727

Their programs provide assistance to low and moderate income families and individuals

Health Department
Wayne County
203 S Walnut St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-9590

The health department performs food licensing and food inspection, vaccination programs, free STD and AIDS tests, and other medical assistance.

American Red Cross
Wayne County
124 N Walnut St
Wooster , OH 44691
Phone; (330) 264-9383

This agency helps prepare communities for emergencies and keep people safe

Rx for Ohio Website; who

RxforOhio is a program that connects qualified, low-income people with discount prescription drugs, direct from the pharmaceutical manufacturer.

Community Health Foundation

1237 Lincoln Way E.
Massillon, Oh
44646-6992

ph 330.837.6864
fx 330.837.3639

The Community Health Foundation is organized and will operate for the exclusive purpose of engaging in charitable, educational and scientific activities to specifically enhance the quality of life for members of the communities of Stark, Wayne and Tuscarawas Counties in Ohio, by educating, promoting and supporting the health of members of those communities. Its assets shall be devoted to initiatives and programs that promote physical, emotional and mental health of members in that community and also initiatives and programs, which further the preventive health care of those members in the communities.

Ohio Recovery Network

1273 Lincoln Way West, Wooster, Ohio 44691
P.O. Box 1770, Wooster, Ohio 44691
(330) 264-1590

We exist to provide information about available mental health services, recovery strategies, suicide prevention, advocacy about government policies and to offer activities that foster mental and physical wellbeing. We provide a safe atmosphere for support group, educational and fellowship activity meetings.
We are a collection of individuals some who have gone through the storms of the soul as well as friends and family who stood by and helped another amid a squall – who recognize our need for and responsibility to each other. You are welcome at Advocates: come join us, both to be helped and to help.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Group
Contact information:

The Counseling Center
2285 Benden Drive
Wooster, OH 44691
Ph: 330-264-9029
Contact: Diane

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) maintains that some people, due to invalidating environments during upbringing and due to biological factors as yet unknown, react abnormally to emotional stimulation. Their level of arousal goes up much more quickly, peaks at a higher level, and takes more time to return to baseline. This explains why individuals with borderline personality disorder are known for crisis-strewn lives and extreme emotional liability (emotions that shift rapidly). Because of their past invalidation, they don’t have any methods for coping with these sudden, intense surges of emotion.

DBT is a method for teaching skills that will help in this task.

http://www.mow-starkwayne.org/index.htmlindex

Meals On Wheels of Stark & Wayne Counties
2363 Nave Street SE
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 832-7220 / 800-466-8010 ? Fax: (330) 832-7425

Welcome to Meals on Wheels of Stark & Wayne Counties

For almost 35 years, Meals On Wheels of Stark & Wayne Counties has been serving homebound and nutritionally at risk individuals across the two-county area. Since the inception of the agency, more than 9 million meals have been served to individuals throughout our community and that service continues daily, Monday through Friday, as more than 2,000 meals are served up.

Our service provides much more than a hot meal. Our volunteers are often a homebound client’s only daily contact, so we make sure any concerns are immediately brought to the attention of the closest family member or emergency contact. Lives have been saved because of the quick response of dedicated volunteers and staff. We offer peace of mind, as well as nutritional support.

Service is available to ANY homebound individual, regardless of age. Depending upon eligibility, reduced costs are available. New clients can be processed within two
working days.

We offer regular and diabetic meals and all are low salt/ sodium and low fat. Hot meals, frozen meals, sack suppers and breakfasts are available. We also provide a variety of liquid supplements, which require a physician’s referral.

Included within our 21 delivery sites throughout Stark and Wayne Counties, are a number of congregate dining centers located at churches, senior centers and senior housing facilities. Meals are served around noon, Monday through Friday. Dining guests have the opportunity to visit, read, play cards or take part in planned activities. For a list of participating locations, call the Administrative Office at 330-832-7220 or
1-800-466-8010

Simply EZ

Home Delivered Meals

http://www.simplyez.net/index.phpindex

Akron
Address Simply EZ - Home Delivered Meals 1130A Damar Drive Akron, OH 44305	Phone 1-866-439-6325

Simply EZ has been recognized numerous times by the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging for Exemplary Performance in Providing Home Care Services.

We deliver more than 25,000 meals per week to over 47 counties in Ohio. Our weekly visits bring a variety of meals including low-sugar and low sodium choices as well as adhering to sensitive dietary restrictions. Our portions are freshly sealed for easy heat and serve.

ASA

Improving the lives of all affected by autism

Autism Society of Greater Akron

Lisa Weaver - President

330-543-3955

www.asagreaterakron.com

Overview
Autism is the 3rd most common developmental disability in the United States, striking approximately 1 in 150 children each year. Autism knows no racial, ethnic or socioeconomic boundaries and affects approximately 45,000 people in Ohio alone. Autism is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain. The exact cause of the disorder is unknown in most cases. Autism is a spectrum disorder. Individuals present a varied set of issues and require differing levels of assistance.

Although autism is not curable, it is treatable. Early and intensive intervention can ensure the brightest possible future for people with autism.

Akron Children's Hospital, Akron, 330-543-8257
Functional Independence Group (4-6 yo.) social (7-12 yo.) peer socialization, attention and self regulation.

ASPIES Support Group, Akron 330-745-5115
Joy Spencer Rreindeer@aol.com

7:00-9:00pm, 1st Thursday of each month Adult Support Group (18 years & older) Both groups meet at the William Considine Professional Building in rooms 5 & 6 across from the main entrance of Akron Children's Hospital. www.asagreaterakron.com

Hattie Larlham Social Club , Mantua, 330-274-2272.

Teen Connect for teens ages 14-19 yrs. old. It is designed to help teens on the Autism Spectrum develop social skills while interacting in a structured environment. Teen volunteers participate as peers.

Wayne Holmes Mental Health Coalition

http://www.ohio-recovery-network.org/

PO Box 1770
Wooster, OH 44691

330-264-1590
(office Mon through Thursday
9:00 AM to Noon)

Wayne Holmes Mental Health Coalition is a non-profit agency comprised of the local Chapters of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Advocates for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Coalition. Our mission is to promote recovery and improve the quality of life for persons with mental health issues through advocacy, education and support.

Hospice of Wayne County

http://www.wooster-ohio.com/wchospice/

2525 Back Orrville Road

Wooster, Ohio

330-264-4899

Convenient Hours
Monday through Friday - 8:00 am till 5:00 pm
Nurses on Call - 24 hrs. a day, 7 days a week

The Hospice Difference

Over the past few generations, our society has moved from providing home-based care for family members nearing the end of their lives to placing them in the hospital where they live out their final days, separated from their loved ones. In answer to this trend, Hospice of Wayne County offers a special kind of care for those nearing the end of life's journey by treating the physical needs of their patients in addition to their emotional and spiritual needs. We recently had the pleasure of visiting with Volunteer Coordinator Rebecca McCurdy and listened as she explained the special and memorable experience known as hospice care;

Hospice of Wayne County is a non-profit agency founded in 1982 to serve not only the residents of Wayne County but those of the surrounding areas as well. Our mission is to provide a patient-centered, team-oriented program of compassionate care for terminally ill patients, their families, and caregivers throughout the dying and grieving experience, regardless of their ability to pay. Hospice professionals and volunteers provide medical and nursing care, pain relief, and emotional and spiritual support services that address all of the symptoms of a terminal illness. Efforts of the hospice team focus on promoting comfort, dignity, and creating an environment that allows the patient to live as fully as possible at life's end.

At its core, hospice care in centered around on how you live. Dying is only one small moment in time and all the rest is living. For generations, expectant mothers faced childbirth alone and under sedation but today we've discovered the benefits of having the father present at the time of birth, having the mother awake and alert, and easing her pain without over medicating. Dying, just like birth, is a natural part of life. Hospice concentrates on making patients as free of pain and as comfortable as they want to be so they can make the most of the time that remains. When there's nothing more that can be done to save a person's life, we do everything we can to give meaning and quality to their final days. We help our patients address their emotional needs by focusing on what they may want to talk about, things they would love to have happen before they die, and what they may want to say to their loved ones.

Persons needing hospice care can find another kind of comfort in knowing that our Social Workers help find ways to meet emotional needs and assist families in meeting other challenges of a more practical nature. Home Health Aides provide personal care to patients and assistance with homemaking activities to caregivers. Bereavement care is offered to the family of the patients we serve for thirteen months after the patient's death. One-on-one supportive counseling and bereavement support groups, along with regular mailings, workshops, memorial services, and assistance to local business with our "Grief in the Workplace" series are among the other services we offer to anyone in the community.

Hospice of Wayne County works with patients in private homes, apartments, assisted-living facilities, and nursing homes. The patients are in hospice, but they are still in their own homes. The families and the patient choose which services they'd like us to provide and we assist the families in garnering the resources of the community like Meals on Wheels and other vital services. We have chaplains on our team to provide spiritual support and comfort in addition to massage therapists, dietary services, and many other auxiliary services designed to improve the quality of life.

Many of our patients have cancer, heart disease, lung disease, and Alzheimer's however, regardless of a patient's condition, age, or ability to pay, we open our doors and our hearts to them. We receive additional funding from United Way, donations, memorials, and fundraising activities. These funds cover the cost of services not covered by other forms of reimbursement and make it possible for anyone meeting admission criteria to receive hospice care.

Many surviving family members say, "I don't know what I would have done without hospice." Many credit hospice with helping to make their final days with their loved ones warm and memorable.

Wayne County Veterans Service Commission

http://waynecountyveterans.org/

356 W. North Street (Lower Level)
Wooster , Ohio 44691

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
* Appointments are recommended

Office Phone: (330) 345-6638
Toll Free: (800) 335-6638
Fax: (330) 345-6945

The Wayne County Veterans Service Commission is dedicated to assisting the veterans of Wayne County and their dependents. Certain rights and benefits may be obtained from the county, state and federal governments. We are able to advise and assist on these matters under the laws of the State of Ohio, Sec. 5901 of the Revised Code.

We are not a branch of the Department of Veterans Affairs

The VA acknowledges our professional services. We work closely with the VA to achieve a common goal, and to assist the veteran in obtaining his/her rightful benefits under the law.

The Commission meets at 3:00 PM on the 4 th Monday of each month at the Veterans Service Commission Office.

Assistance with:

Acquiring VA Benefits

Pension or Compensation claims

Educational Benefits

Home Loan Information

OSU Extension-Wayne County

428 W. Liberty St.

Wooster, Ohio 44691

Phone :330-264-8722

Fax: 330-263-7696

http://wayne.osu.edu/696

4-H Youth Development
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Family and Consumer Sciences
Family Nutrition Program
Community Development
Horticulture

Has Dining with Diabetes Class