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.

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 Jefferson 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.

Provides upgrades, refurbishes and recycles older computers donated to them. Distributes them to people with disabilities for a nominal fee.

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.

Provides subsidized independent living facilities for low-income individuals with physical mobility disabilities. Offers fully accessible apartments with roll-in showers, lower counters, accessible controls and located on one (1) floor with security doors. Note: Does not provide meals, transportation, housekeeping, or any other supportive services.

Provided for students with disabilities.

Offers privately owned rental housing that is made available to low-income individuals and families at reduced rates. Offers 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartment homes. Amenities include: - Cable Ready. - Garbage Disposal. - Air Conditioning. - Refrigerator. - On-Site Laundry. - Playground(s). - Community Room with Kitchen.

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

Provides permanant supportive housing for families/individuals with disabilities that were homeless.Services may include on site mental health, financial, and job counseling will be available for tenants. Units range in size from 1 to 4 bedrooms to accommodate families of various sizes.

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.

Provides non-emergency information and referral services for Mahoning, Columbiana and Trumbull Counties via telephone and online public resource database; text program for food pantry referrals; basic information and referral for surrounding areas, state and national resources. Staff is trained in crisis intervention, suicide prevention and supportive listening.

Provides information on disability related issues and links to community resources.

Provides services to assist with the transitioning out of nursing facilities.

- Develops a plan for the care of older adults, people with disabilities and people with chronic health issues so the clients can return to or remain in their homes. Also serves juveniles and individuals with developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and mental health issues. - Services include assessing the client's needs, coordinating the delivery of needed services, completion of paperwork required by authorized providers, ensuring services are obtained in accordance with the case plan and monitoring progress to ensure that services are having a beneficial impact on the client.

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.

Helps adults with disabilities to explore and connect with their community, develop social skills, and enhance personal abilities through volunteer experiences.

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.

Provides non-emergency information and referral services for Mahoning, Columbiana and Trumbull Counties via telephone and online public resource database; text program for food pantry referrals; basic information and referral for surrounding areas, state and national resources. Staff is trained in crisis intervention, suicide prevention and supportive listening.

Provides a monthly cash benefit for individuals who do not meet all of the eligibility requirements necessary to receive help from other federal and state benefit programs, such as Supplemental Social Security (SSI) and Ohio Works First (OWF). Maximum cash benefit per month for one person is $115 and $159 per month for two people.

Offers privately owned rental housing that is made available to low-income individuals and families at reduced rates based on a contract with HUD. Units are available for elderly, disabled, and/or handicapped individuals, as well as family units. Section 8 units are also available. Manages 351 apartments on Everton Lane and on Rentar Lane in Akron.

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.

Individual Support Coordinators (ISCs) support clients through coordination of services including social, medical, education, and employment. Services may include: *Identify the person’s strengths and resources. *Determine the needs of the person and work to find resources to support those needs *Create a plan that helps individual reach their goals *Connect individual and family with resources and help coordinate between multiple agencies when needed *Check in regularly to discuss updates, changes, and successes *Family supports are also available.

Provides coordination of services for children with certain specific handicapping conditions. Develops service plan which addresses the full range of medical, social, educational, psychological, recreational, vocations, and personal needs of the children and their families. Helps arrange for the needed services.