Placement And Protective Specialized Services | Summit County Children Services
264 South Arlington Street, Akron, OH 44306
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Eligibility
- Families interested in adoption must have an approved adoptive home study.
- Note: Summit County Children Services does not approve adopt-only homes; families are licensed as foster-to-adopt.
Required documents
Will be discussed during initial contact with agency.
Hours
By appointment only.
(330) 379-1990
Voice·
voice | Foster Care and Adoption Inquiry Line
Websitehttp://www.summitkids.org
Languages
Utilizes language interpretation services.
Application process
Call the Foster Care and Adoption Inquiry Line or visit the website for more information.
Fees
No fee.
Service area
Summit County, Ohio
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.
Last assured
12/18/2025
Providing organization
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.