Placement And Protective Specialized Services | Summit County Children Services

Matches children in permanent custody with adoptive families. Includes adoptive parent recruitment, education and training, adoption preparation services, and ongoing supportive counseling from initial placement through adoption finalization. Post adoption services are also available to assist families with emerging needs as they arise.

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211 Summit

Physical Address

264 South Arlington Street, Akron, OH 44306

Hours

By appointment only.

Fax

(330) 379-1901

Application process

Call the Foster Care and Adoption Inquiry Line or visit the website for more information.

Fee

No fee.

Eligibility

- Primarily serves families residing in Summit County. - Note: Families interested in adopting must be licensed for foster care and adoption. Summit County Children Services does not approve adopt-only homes.

Languages

Utilizes language interpretation services.

Service area

Summit County, Ohio

Agency info

Summit County Children Services

Assesses and investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Delivers culturally sensitive, collaborative protective services that provide children with a nurturing, safe, and permanent home.