Provides a discount card for Ohio's older adults and permanently disabled residents. Card holders are able to receive discounts on various services at participating local businesses. For a list of participating businesses, visit website. Also includes the Ohio's Best Rx prescription drug program.

Provides limited funding assistance for necessary incidental treatment-related services, programs and equipment not covered by insurance, government agencies or other resources to families residing in Northeast Ohio who have children and/or adults with a life-long disability attributed to developmental and/or intellectual impairments. Funds expenses such as respite care, therapies, therapeutic camps, some medical expenses, assistive/adaptive equipment, and communicative devices. NOTE: Does not provide financial assistance for rent, other living expenses, or any modifications done to home, property, or vehicles.

Ongoing mental health services designed to make sure children with complex, multiple needs receive care and services, which may include other health professionals, schools, courts, and social agencies. Provided by licensed mental health case managers. * Services are LGBTQ+ friendly.

Offers a wide variety of materials including pamphlets and other literature, media presentations, speakers, workshops, and outreach programs regarding disabilities and disability issues.

Provide Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention services to Mahoning, Columbiana, Trumbull and Ashtabula Counties; 24/7 2-1-1 Information and Referral access for Columbiana, Mahoning, and Trumbull Counties and after hours for Ashtabula and Lake Counties; after hours link to various agencies in Mahoning, Columbiana, Trumbull and Ashtabula Counties; support groups for Survivors of Suicide; Senior Line; housing assistance and payee programs; Intensive Guardian Program; Recovery Services (Mahoning and Trumbull counties); Victim's Assistance; Community Center (Mahoning and Columbiana Counties); Special Navigator for Families with Special Needs.

Provides career/technical education programs to age-eligible youth enrolled in participating school districts. Programs include, but are not limited to, fields such as health sciences, early childhood education, sports and exercise science, automotive and automotive repair technology, cosmetology, computer information technology, carpentry, building maintenance, construction, media arts, culinary arts, and welding,

Serves owner-occupied, single-family houses. Takes applications year-round for home repair services provided by volunteers, professional contractors and staff. Typical repairs include adding handrails to stairways, repairing and replacing dangerous steps, fixing electrical wiring, repairing plumbing fixtures, installing grab bars, cleaning gutters and other handyman services. May also include Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, carpentry, installing appliances, installing and replacing doors, roof repair, exterior painting, flooring/tiling, trash removal, windows and other yard work.

Offers open spaces for the public to use as venues for recreational and leisure programs. Amenities and features vary by park. See Site Summary or visit the website for details.

Program is designed to help parents and caregivers create a safe and secure environment to nurture the needs of developmentally challenged youth. Works with other community agencies to ensure a smooth transition when these youth age out of the foster care system.

Provides low-income subsidized 1-bedroom apartments to older adults and individuals with disabilities. Units have kitchen appliances, air conditioning, carpet, and window treatments.

Offers a tax reduction program which provides Portage County homeowners with relief on a portion of their home value. With homestead, eligible homeowners receive an exemption on a portion of appraised value from taxation for a single family home. Eligible military Veterans receive an additional exemption. Will answer questions and assist with completing forms regarding the reduction.

Offers open spaces for the public to use as venues for recreational and leisure programs. Amenities and features vary by park. See Site Summary or visit the website for details.

The Community Integration Team works hard to find opportunities to incorporate those we serve into our community. We are always looking for events, activities, and volunteer opportunities in the community so those we serve can work and play side-by-side with our community members. Integration is the key to building relationships with our friends and neighbors in the community. It helps those served learn to communicate, participate, follow instructions, as well as learn a variety of soft skills. This step often leads to Community Employment opportunities, friendships for those served, inclusion, and advocacy.

Plans and coordinates community services for citizens with developmental disabilities with the goal of eliminating segregated placement of individuals and returning those in institutions to community life. Monitors community programs and facilities to ensure access and quality of services.

C.O.R.E. provides time-limited training. The training involves assessment, support and supervised practice to strengthen at least 25 worker skills, attitudes, tolerances and capacities. A person can be in training as little as two days per week or as much as five. An assessment could be for two weeks, and supervised practice at the work center cannot exceed one year. Trainees are paid and benefits include workers compensation and Social Security retirement. Small parts assembly and hand packaging at the work center are piece rated jobs with no guaranteed minimum wage. Other jobs include training in office, passenger transport and delivery, maintenance, lawn care, and custodial services. Working at C.O.R.E. can affect SSI, SSDI, food stamps, housing subsidies, and medical cards. C.O.R.E. offers benefits planning so trainees can make informed decisions before they jeopardize entitlements. Trainees must provide their own transportation. There is no charge for training because it is funded through state and local tax dollars through the local Mental Health and Recovery Services Board.

Provides housing for older adults based on income, age, and disability criteria. Most housing units are one bedroom apartments with a kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. Service coordinators also assist with connecting clients to resources and services. *Some units for individuals with disabilities may be available

Offers privately owned rental housing that is made available to low-income households at reduced rates based on a contract between HUD or the state housing authority and the property owner.

Offers privately owned rental housing that is made available to low-income individuals at reduced rates based on a contract between HUD and the K&D Group.

Offers open spaces for the public to use as venues for recreational and leisure programs. Amenities and features vary by park. See Site Summary or visit the website for details.

Provides programs administered by the state that provides medical benefits for individuals and families with limited incomes who fit into an eligibility group that is recognized by federal and state law. Programs include the following: - Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI): Medicaid for parents, caretaker relatives, pregnant women, newborns, children, extension adults, transitional Medicaid, and possible dual eligibility with Aged Blind and Disabled Medicaid and Medicare recipients. - Aged Blind and Disabled (ABD): Categorically Needy. Medicaid for 65 and older. Meets Social Security Administration (SSA) definition of blind or disabled. - MPAP: QMB, SLMB, QI-1, QWDI: Medicare Premium Assistance for those in receipt of Medicare. - MBIWD: Medicaid for individuals between ages of 16 and 64 who meet the SSA definition of blind and disabled and are working. Possible premium required. - SRS: Medicaid for those age 21 and over who are receiving SSI or SSDI, meet SRS diagnosis, and are in receipt of another Medicaid category. - Non-Citizen Emergency Medicaid Assistance (NCEMA): Apply at any time. Requires state approval to receive Medicaid eligibility and span. - LTC and Waiver Services: Medicaid for individuals in nursing facilities, assisted living, or home care.

Refers individuals with aging and/or disability related issues to appropriate available services in the community to ensure that individuals' needs are fully met. Helps individuals find help for in-home assistance, housing, transportation, long-term care and other health and wellness services.

Offers a food pantry which includes fresh produce to individuals and families in need. Offers home delivery service for homebound older adults (age 65 and over) and individuals with a permanent disability on a case-by-case basis.

Offers summer camping activities to children with disabilities ages 6 to 17 for 10 weeks of the summer. In addition, they offer a "Super Senior" Summer Camp for those 18 to 20 with disabilities who are stll in High School.

Offers privately owned rental housing that is made available to low-income individuals, families, and older adults at reduced rates.

Offers a tax reduction program which provides Medina County homeowners with relief on a portion of their home value. With homestead, eligible homeowners receive an exemption on a portion of appraised value from taxation for a single family home. Eligible military Veterans receive an additional exemption. Will answer questions and assist with completing forms regarding the reduction.