AKRON SUMMIT COMMUNITY ACTION, INC. is a company based out of 55 E MILL ST, AKRON, Ohio, United States.

At Beech Brook, we believe all children deserve the chance to grow up in safe and healthy families with the support they need to reach their full potential. Since 1852, that’s been our guiding principle at Beech Brook. Our work has changed as the times and needs of families have changed but that belief remains at the heart of our mission. Today, as a leading behavioral health agency, we touch more than 14,000 lives each year in Northeast Ohio, bringing healing to troubled children, strengthening and supporting parents, and planting the seeds of hope for a brighter future. Beech Brook provides a wide range of programs ranging from child abuse prevention, education and early intervention to community and home-based treatment programs for at-risk children and families. Please visit our website to learn more! Beech Brook provides a wide range of programs ranging from child abuse prevention, education and early intervention to community and home-based treatment programs for at-risk children and families.  Community & Home-Based  Comprehensive Sex Education  Divorce Education Seminar  Early Childhood  Family Center  Foster Care  Outpatient Counseling

Our Mission: To provide individualized support and tools to navigate the visual world. Who we are: We are a team of professionals dedicated to providing the support and tools needed to navigate the visual world. Our team of optometrists, vision rehabilitation therapists, teachers, employment specialists and other staff assess one’s needs with empathy and professionalism, seeking to help each individual understand his or her unique vision-related challenges and the resources available to them. Why We Are Here: We live in a world that is designed for those with clear vision, creating challenges for those with less than clear vision. These challenges can be intimidating, isolating, and seemingly unfair, but, we believe the quality of one’s sight should not determine the quality of one’s life. Our mission is to provide support and tools to overcome sight challenges that exist in the visual world. What We Do: We assess each individual’s specific needs, seeking to understand their vision-related challenges and goals. We then create an individualized plan to support them in reaching those goals through training on a variety of tools and techniques. We educate the community about the resources and opportunities available for those with less than clear vision, while also advocating for community awareness in a world designed for those with clear vision. How We Do It: We support individuals of all ages with a high level of compassion and expertise through individualized services that may include: -Vision exams and assessments -Recommendations and instruction on low vision aids and assistive technology -Training on tools and techniques -Education and support to children and families -Employment opportunities within CSC or other organizations -Advocacy for accessibility needs in school, work and community -Recreation and socialization activities -Counseling and peer support groups

Through an ongoing focus on current community needs, CAW/M cultivates innovative solutions to poverty. Its Head Start programs work to close the opportunity gap through a two-generation approach, assisting families in developing and supporting education for their children. CAW/M's economic assistance programs support people in achieving their goals for their financial well-being and housing stability.

United Disability Services (UDS) has more than 70 years proven experience in helping people with disabilities and their caregivers explore new opportunities, engage in the community and excel in all areas of life. Whether you’re looking for interesting work, more involvement in the community or creative programming, we’ll work with you to help you meet your personal goals. www.udsakron.org

The Greater Cleveland Food Bank works to ensure that everyone in our communities has the nutritious food they need every day. The Food Bank supplies a majority of the food used in local hot meal sites, shelters, and food pantries. In addition, we provide food to child care centers, group homes, and programs for the elderly. We work closely with other Northeast Ohio hunger relief organizations, providing food and nonfood products to hunger centers administered by the Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland, the Catholic Hunger and Shelter Network, and the Salvation Army, among others. Learn more about us at www.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org.

The Society for Handicapped Citizens of Medina County, Inc. (SHC/The Arc of Medina County) has been providing services to individuals with disabilities and their families since 1953. The agency provides an array of services with emphasis on helping individuals with disabilities maximize their full potential as members of the community. SHC/The Arc of Medina County embraces the Core Values of The Arc of the United States: People First, Democracy, Visionary Leadership, Community Participation, Diversity, and Integrity and Excellence. SHC/The Arc of Medina County advocates for human rights, personal dignity and community participation of individuals with developmental disabilities. We are able to facilitate this through legislative and social action, information and education and with the support of dedicated family members, friends, interested citizens and professionals in the disability field.

Our comprehensive services for residents of Ashland County include mental health services, community programs, youth services, and crisis intervention. Our caring staff are fully trained and certified and include licensed counselors, social workers, nurses, and psychiatrists. Being a client of Appleseed Community Mental Health Center means having access to individualized services tailored to your needs. We want to provide the least restrictive environment possible so that you feel safe and comfortable during your time in our care.

With a mission to empower individuals to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency through employment, Towards Employment connects people to careers. When we connect people to careers, we change people’s lives, advance businesses, and strengthen community in Northeast Ohio.

HOMES FOR KIDS OF OHIO, INC. is a mental health care company based out of P.O. BOX 683, NILES, Ohio, United States.

Our mission is to enable young people who need us most to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. BGCNEO focuses on three impact areas: Academic Success: We promote education as an essential tool for adult achievement. Programs seek to increase graduation rates, decrease school absenteeism, and encourage kids to create post-secondary goals through teaching basic educational disciplines, technology, and the arts. Character & Citizenship: This impact area focuses on developing young leaders who engage themselves in their communities. We provide key programs that foster character development, healthy interpersonal relationships, and emphasize contributing to the community. Healthy Lifestyles: This impact area encourages children to reach their full potential through making positive choices that nurture their minds, bodies, and spirits. We encourage our Club members to set goals, avoid risky behavior, and engage in physical activity. We remember that the decisions children make today impact their future success.

English to Spanish translation of documents for Coordinators Pathways Program Edit and proof forms for the Community Action Pathways HUB team Attend and present relevant information at community health events