Who do I call first for disability services in Stark 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 Stark County.

Is help available in Spanish in Stark County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Stark 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 Stark County, Ohio

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Stark 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 Stark 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 Stark County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Stark 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 Stark County (OH)
Aultman Alliance Community Hospital — Senior Care Unit (330-596-6000, Alliance)
Aultman Hospital — Intensive Outpatient Program (330-451-2070, Canton)
Child and Adol Behavioral Health (330-823-5335, Alliance)
Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health (330-470-4061, Canton)
9th Street Family Health Center (330-454-2000, Canton)
Alliance Family Health Center (330-249-7011, Alliance)
Good Samaritan Community Health Center (330-821-3961, Alliance)
Lincoln Street Health Center (330-454-2000, Canton)
Association Of Ld Schools (GREENTOWN)
The Golden Key Center For Exceptional Children (CANTON)
1st Choice Providers Llc (330-265-8512, CANTON). Day program / habilitation
1st Place Home And Day Services (234-214-2733, CANTON). Day program / habilitation
4betties Angels Llc (330-415-8924, CANTON). Day program / habilitation
4kidhelp Inc (330-433-1300, CANTON). Children's mental-health clinic
Absolute Home Health (330-498-8219, NORTH CANTON)
Advantage Home Health Services, Inc (330-491-8161, NORTH CANTON)
Aultman Health Care In Your Home (330-588-4708, CANTON)
Cambridge Caretenders (330-754-1565, CANTON)
A Blessed Path, Inc. (330-244-0657, CANTON). Medical & accessible transport
A Ride Away, Llc (330-837-3821, MASSILLON). Medical & accessible transport
Action Home Care Llc (234-425-8849, CANTON). Medical & accessible transport
Adult Developmental Services (330-327-1696, CANTON). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Stark County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Stark 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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