Who do I call first for disability services in Portage County, Ohio?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Ohio vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Portage County.

Is help available in Spanish in Portage County?

Yes. This Portage County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Ohio agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Portage County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Portage County, Ohio

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Portage County, Ohio. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Portage County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Portage County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Portage County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

The Arc of Ohio. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Portage County OH
Bair Foundation/Clinical Services (330-673-6446, Kent)
Coleman Professional Services — Main Office (330-673-1347, Kent)
Family and Community Services Inc — Counseling Services (330-677-4124, Kent)
Hope Village Recovery Center Windham (330-850-5141, Windham)
Axess Family Services - Oakwood (888-975-9188, Ravenna)
AxessPointe - Children's Advantage - Ravenna (888-975-9188, Ravenna)
AxessPointe Community Health Centers/Kent (330-673-1016, Kent)
Children's Advantage - AxessPointe - New Milford (888-975-9188, Ravenna)
Buddy Strong Academy (STREETSBORO)
A 1 Care Llc (216-855-7775, REMINDERVILLE). Day program / habilitation
Abilities Residential Services Llc. (216-374-4468, RAVENNA). In-home support
Argonne Homes Llc (330-628-9529, MOGADORE). Respite care
Axess Family Services Inc (888-975-9188, KENT). Case management / support coordination
Alpine Home Health (800-372-3905, RAVENNA)
Always With Care (216-400-1043, KENT). Ride service
Cobra Transportation Llc (330-235-2875, RAVENNA). Medical & accessible transport
Emerald Transportation (800-404-8911, KENT). Medical & accessible transport
Hiram Farm Living And Learning Community, Inc (330-569-3441, HIRAM). Medical & accessible transport
Kcc Apartments (330 676-6932, Kent)
Rushin Meadows (330-296-7751, Ravenna)
Windgrove Senior Housing (614-466-7970, Village Of Windham)
Family & Community Services, Inc (330-297-7027, RAVENNA). Meal program

Statewide programs serving Portage County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Portage County.

The Ohio State University Nisonger Center. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
University of Cincinnati Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Ohio (800-282-9181). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council ((614) 466-5205). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Assistive Technology of Ohio ((614) 292-7721). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) (844-382-5452). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Ohio

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