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Beatitude Online
Beatitude House
287 Lora Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44504
Beatitude House provides transitional housing for homeless women with children who are at or below 35% of the Area Median Income. The program provides services for the women such as counseling, case management, budgeting education, parenting skills. Women in the program have furthering their education as a goal, either post-secondary, technical skills, or highschool diploma. Beatitude House also provides a Child Advocate program for all children in the program. This includes advocacy in the schools, anger management skills, and enrichment activities. Beatitude House also provides an education program for low income or disadvantaged women who need to gain skills to enter the workforce. The program provides individual and group counseling, GED instruction, computer instruction, budgeting and finance instruction. Beatitude House also provides permanent supportive housing for women with disabilities, or who have children with disabilities that prevent the mother from holding employment. There are 12 apartments available in Mahoning County for permanent supportive housing.
Contact Person: Sister Patricia McNicholas, Executive Director
Main Office: 330-744-3147
Housing Office: 330-746-6622
Education Office: 330-792-3944
Warren Offices: 330-399-1971
Fax #: 330-744-3991
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Web Site: www.beatitudehouseonline.org
Hours: M-F, 8:15 am - 4:15 pm.
Intake Procedure: Initial interview, second interview after completing forms and offering proof of income, move into apartment or first day at class in education site indicates start date.
Fees: Rent for transitional housing apartments is on a sliding scale depending on monthly income. Rent for permanent supportive housing is partially federally subsidized.
A House of Blessing, Youngstown North
1515 Fifth Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44504
A House of Blessing is the transitional housing program of Beatitude House. Homeless women (with income at or below 35% Area Median Income) with children live in one of 12 furnished apartments for up to two years and pursue postsecondary education, skills education, or GED education during their time in housing. The program also offers counseling, child advocacy, case management, and budgeting and financial education.
Contact Person: Kathleen Zimmerman, Housing Director
Housing Office Main: 330-746-6622
Administration: 330-744-3147
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Web Site: www.beatitudehouseonline.org
Intake Procedure: Women and children must be homeless according the the HUD definition. Women come for an initial interview and second interview after completing forms and offering proof of income, move into apartment.
Beatitude House Permanent Supportive Housing
145 North Glenellen
Youngstown, Ohio 44509
The permanent supportive housing program of Beatitude House provides rent subsidy and support services to homeless women with disabilities or who have children with disabilities which prevent mothers from working. There are 4 furnished apartments at 145 North Glenellen and 8 scattered site apartments.
Contact Person: Kelly Elko, Program Director
Program Director: 330-792-3644
Main Office: 330-744-3147
Housing Specialist: 330-792-3644
Fax #: 330-792-6192
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Web Site: www.beatitudehouseonline.org
Hours: 8:30 am. - 4:00 pm.
Intake Procedure: Call for interview.
Fees: Sliding scale depending on income.
The Potter's Wheel
145 N. Glenellen
Youngstown, Ohio 44509
The Potter's Wheel provides basic skills and computer education for homeless women wanting to enter the workforce and better their lives economically. The program also provides counseling, case management, budgeting education, parenting skills education and children's activities. The location is also an official GED instruction site.
Contact Person: Kelly Elko, Program Director
Main line: 330-792-3644
Case Worker: 330-792-7966
Fax #: 330-792-6192
Web Site: www.beatitudehouseonline.org
Hours: 8:30 am. -3:30 pm. Monday through Friday
Intake Procedure: Interview with director and case manager after completing an application form.
Fees: None
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Burdman Group, Inc.
284 Broadway
Youngstown, OH 44504
Provides residential and vocational services to mentally ill adults in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties; Mahoning County Employment and Job Retention Services; Doris Burdman Home; Independent Housing; Sojourner House; Riverbend Center; Pine Industries; and Crossroads in Trumbull County.
Admin office: 330-743-9275
Hours: M-F 8:00 am. to 4:00 pm.
Doris Burdman Home
278 Broadway
Youngstown, OH 44504
Voluntary residential support services for persons with severe mental health disability for the purpose of measuring stability and/or independence in the community.
Admin office: 330-743-9275
Hours: M-F 8:00 am. to 4:00pm.
Mahoning County Employment and Job Retention Services
1350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 206
Youngstown, OH 44504
Offers an extensive range of vocational and employment services. Professional staff will work on an individual basis and provide specialized services to meet specific needs. Staff will help individuals identify abilities, expand opportunities, and achieve personal independence. Tutoring, summer employment, leadership development, and adult mentoring available to youth 16 years of age and older.
Admin office: 330-480-4384
Hours: M-F 8:00 am. to 4:00 pm.
Sojourners House Domestic Violence Program
P.O. Box 5694
Youngstown, OH 44504
Protective shelter for battered women and their children; indiviaual counseling; support groups; children's programs; 24 hour crisis line; advocacy; case management; information,; referrals; speakers bureau; TDD line available that is bi-lingual; Spanish interpreter available.
Admin office: 330-747-4040; 330-938-2253
Hours: 24/7
Veritas House
69 Lucius Avenue
Youngstown, OH 44507
Located on the south side of Youngstown close to churches, restaurants, and shopping. Easy access to primary transit system. Offers residents the opportunity to build social skills through the use of shared common areas. Has facilities for 15 residents, include laundry room, kitchen, dining room, community day room, as well as individual bedrooms. Provisions made for physically disabled residents. On-site residential resource person available for assistance 24/7.
Admin office: 330-782-4030; 330-4390
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Catholic Charities Regional Agency
2401 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Agency provides individual and family counseling; adoption services; grief counseling; emergency assistance for food, medications, utility.& rent; support services to elderly; court referred parenting classes; pastoral counseling
Contact Person: Nancy Voitus, Executive Director
Admin office: 330-744-3320
Fax #: 330-744-3677
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Web Site:ccregional.org
Hours: M-F 8:30 am. to 4:30 pm. -evenings by appointment
Intake Procedure: program specific
Fees: counseling fees
Case Management & Outreach for the Community's Homeless (COACH)
2401 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Provides case management, advocacy and outreach to homeless persons and/or families within Mahoning County; 24 hour telephone crisis intervention and information and referral access provided through Help Hotline Crisis Center.
Contact Person: Terry Vicars, Casemanager
Admin office: 330-744-3320
Fax #: 330-744-3677
Intake Procedure: Call for appointment or walk in
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am. - 4:30 pm.
Fees: None
Housing Opportunities for Permanent Environments (HOPE)
2401 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Assists individuals as they prepare for new rental or home ownership opportunities through educational classes.
Contact Person: Nancy Reali, Case Manager
Admin office: 330-744-3320
Fax #: 330-744-3677
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Hours: As scheduled
Intake Procedure: By appointment, referral
Fees: NONE
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Community Legal Aid
11 Federal Plaza Central
7th Floor
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
Community Legal Aid is a non-profit law firm serving the legal needs of low income residents of Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Stark, Summit, Medina, and Portage Counties in a wide range civil legal matters.
Contact Person: Sara E. Strattan, Executive Director
Youngstown Office: 330-744-3196
Akron Office: 330-535-4191
Fax #: 330-744-2503
Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Intake Procedure: New Clients should call our Legal Hotline at 800-998-9454 Monday - Friday from 9am. to 4pm.
Fees: none
Homeless Advocacy: Law and Outreach (HALO)
11 Federal Plaza Central
7th Floor
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
HALO focuses on serving the legal needs of homeless persons in Mahoning County.
Contact Person: Michelle Wrona, Staff Attorney
Youngstown Office: 330-744-3196
Fax #: 330-744-2503
Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Intake Procedure: Intake is conducted at shelters or other homeless facilities.
Fees: No fees
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Goodwill Industries of Youngstown
2747 Belmont Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Agency provides vocational rehabilitation services to individuals who are disabled, homeless or who have other special needs. These services include vocational assessment, work adjustment, and job placement.
Contact Person: Michael McBride, Executive Director
All Staff: 330-759-7921
Fax #: 330-759-0678
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8a.m.-4:30p.m.
Intake Procedure: Intake completed by Outreach worker.
Fees: no fee to consumers.
Vocational Program for Individuals who are Homeless
2747 Belmont Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Program includes vocational evaluation, work adjustment, and job placement to individuals who are homeless.
Contact Person: Dorothy L. Nespeca, Director of Rehabilitation
Administrators: 330-759-7921
Robert Mitchell: 330-759-7921,Joni Grover: 330-759-7921
Fax #: 330-759-0678
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30. lunch hour-noon-1:00PM
Intake Procedure: English. Basic Spanish.
Fees: No fee to consumers
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Greater Youngstown Point
322 Wick Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
A homeless drop-in center with other supportive services including employment and housing search assistance.
Contact Person: Michael A. James, Executive Director
Michael A. James: 330-480-0310
Lola A. Simmons: 330-480-0310
Fax #: 330-480-0316
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Intake Procedure: Clients must provide necessary eligibility requirements upon initiation of the intake process, done by the case manager. Following the intake, assessments are made for services necessary.
Fees: None
Homeless Drop-In Center
322 Wick Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
Homeless drop-in center that provides supportive services, including: basic needs (showers, laundering of clothing, food, clothing, etc.); housing placement; job placement; case management; referrals
Contact Person: Michael A. James, Executive Director
Michael A. James: 330-480-0310
Lola A. Simmons: 330-480-0310
Fax #: 330-480-0316
Fees: None
Hours: 8:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M.
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Help Hotline Crisis Center
P.O. Box 46
Youngstown, Ohio 44501-0046
Provides crisis intervention, suicide prevention, information and referral to community resources; victims assistance hotline; representative payee program for mental health consumers; homeless outreach; recovery program for mental health consumers; guardianship program for mental health and MR/DD consumers; housing assistance program for mental health consumers; senior line and safe school program
Contact Person: Todd A. Marian, Chief Operating Officer
Hotline: 330-747-2696
Hotline: 330-424-7767
Hotline: 800-427-3606
Hotline TDD: 330-744-0579
Office: 330-747-5111
Fax #: 330-747-4055
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Website: www.helphotline.org
Hours: 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week
Intake Procedure: None
Fees: None
Housing Assistance Program (HAP)
P.O. Box 46
Youngstown, Ohio 44501
Fiscal agent for Mahoning County Mental Health Housing system; works closely
with community support systems in locating housing for persons who are severely
mentally disabled with priority given to those who are homeless.
Phone: 330-746-7721
Phone: 330-747-2696 After Hours
Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH)
P.O. Box 46
Youngstown, Ohio 44501
Outreach to homeless persons in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties; focuses on homeless persons who are not connected in the mental health system with purpose of getting them connected into the system. Assists with obtaining birth certificates, state identification cards, clothing, food and other necessities.
Contact Person: Bob Altman, Program Director
Hotline: 330-747-2696
Hotline: 800-427-3606
Fax #: 330-747-4055
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Off hours available upon call
Intake Procedure: Contact above number to arrange a meeting with a PATH worker
Fees: None
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Mahoning County Commissioners Office
21 W. Boardman Street, 2nd Floor
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The mission of Mahoning County Government is to improve health, safety, and welfare of its citizens. Mahoning County Government is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the outstanding quality of life which has made our community a desirable place to live, work, and raise our children. By insuring economical, superior service to our citizens, County Government will insure the promotion of orderly growth for the economic health and safety of its citizens." The Board of Mahoning County Commissioners is the general administrative body for county government. In addition to serving as the fiscal representatives of Mahoning County, they serve as the legislative and governing body. The Commissioners are responsible for making policy, adopting ordinances, and levying taxes to finance county government programs. The Board must appoint department heads for offices which they have responsibility of and appoint members to a variety of boards within the County. The Mahoning County Commissioners must work with other elected officials and judges to assure that the county is a better place to live and work for the citizens.
Contact Person: Anna DeAscentis, Grants and Development
Phone: 330-740-2130
Fax #: 330-740-2006
Web Site: www.mahoningcountyoh.gov
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Meridian Services, Inc.
527 North Meridian Rd.
Youngstown, Ohio 44509
Private, non-profit behavioral healthcare organization, providing a comprehensive array of health and social wellness programs, including chemical dependency and mental health treatment, primary healthcare, housing, vocational development, and employee assistance programming.
Contact Person: Lawrence J. Moliterno, Chief Executive Officer
Administration: 330-797-0070
Clinical: 330-797-0070
Housing: 330-746-7829
Medical: 330-797-0074
Fax #: 330-797-9148
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Contact specified Department to schedule an intake appointment, i.e. Clinical, Housing, Medical, etc.
Fees: Program fees vary based on the services provided. Housing residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent.
Homestead House
2605, 2607 Homestead Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Permanent Supportive Housing for homeless, single men with co-occuring substance abuse and mental health diagnoses. The program consists of two (2) 3-bedroom units. Supportive services available include specialized chemical dependency and mental health treatment, case management, representative payeeship, life skills training, and referral/advocacy.
Contact Person: William Aley, Director of Residential Services
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am-4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial appointment.
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
Passages
550 West Chalmers Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44511
A 24-month transitional housing program for homeless, chemically dependent, single men and women. The program consists of sixteen (16), furnished single room occupancy units. Supportive services, training and stability to nurture self-sufficiency are available.
Contact Person: William Aley, Director of Residential Services
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
Phoenix Court
2814 Vestal Rd.
Youngstown, Ohio 44509
Phoenix Court is a 24-month transitional housing program for homeless, chemically dependent women and their children. The program consists of five(5) 3-bedroom and five (5) 2-bedroom furnished housing units. Supportive services available include chemical dependency and mental health treatment, case management, life skills training, referral/advocacy, and childcare.
Contact Person: William Aley, Director of Residential Services
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
Project Safe
500 West Chalmers Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44511
Project Safe is a 24-month transitional housing program for homeless, chemically dependent women with children. The program consists of four(4) 3-bedroom and four (4) 2-bedroom furnished housing units. Supportive services available include chemical dependency and mental health treatment, case management, life skills training, referral/advocacy, and childcare.
Contact Person: Kim Wess, Housing Manager
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule and initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
SRO (Single Room Occupancy)
550 West Chalmers Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44511
A permanent, housing solution for homeless individuals with special needs, including chemical dependency, mental illness, physical disability, HIV/AIDS, etc. The program consists of sixty (60) furnished single room occupancy units. Supportive services, training and stability to nurture self-sufficiency are available.
Contact Person: William Aley, Director of Residential Services
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
William G. Bodnar Transitional Home
2516 Market St.
Youngstown, Ohio 44507
A 24-month transitional housing program for homeless, chemically dependent, single men. The program consists of eight(8), furnished single room occupancy units. Supportive services, training and stability to nurture self-sufficiency are available.
Contact Person: Kim Wess, Housing Manager
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
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Potential Development Program
209 W. Woodland Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Contact Person: Paul Garchar, Executive Director
School of Autism: 330-746-7641
Preschool Program: 330-747-9741
Fax #: 330-746-4008
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Intake Procedure: Intake applications completed by appointment; no referral needed.
Fees: Sliding scale fee based on income. Preschool services free of charge to any child who has experienced homelessness within past 18 months.
Developmentally Appropriate Childcare
498 Glenwood Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Developmentally appropriate preschool program for children ages 2 1/2 through six. We serve children with a diagnosis of autism or a related disorder, behavioral concerns, developmental delays, and/or children who have experienced homelessness.
Contact Person: Lynn Robinson, Program Coordinator
Preschool Program: 330-747-9741
Fax #: 330-746-4008
Provider Type: Non-Profit
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:00pm.
Intake Procedure: Intake applications completed by appointment; no referral needed.
Fees: Free to families that have been homeless within the past 18 months; Sliding scale fee based on income for other families.
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Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley
962 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Youngstown, OH 44501
Provides temporary shelter for homeless persons or families; also food clothing must have a need-referral procedure; provides living skills classes; meals served daily; emergency shelter; homeless shelter and transient shelter.
Contact Person: Ron Starcher, Director of Client Services
Phone: 330-744-7644
Provider Type: Non-Profit
Hours: 24 Hours A Day
Intake Procedure: Individuals are welcome to come to the Rescue Mission.
Web Site: www.rescuemissionmv.org
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Turning Point Counseling Services
611 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Turning Point Counseling Services is a behavioral health center serving the adult population of Mahoning County. Services include counseling and psychotherapy, case management, crisis intervention and psychiatric care. We also provide a 12-bed inpatient Crisis Stabilization Unit for individuals in need of immediate, short-term crisis management.
Contact Person: Joe Sylvester, Executive Director
Joe Sylvester: 330-744-2991 ext 102
Richard Schukert: 330-744-2991 ext 119
Pam Price: 330-744-2991 ext 215
Jonnette Welch: 330-744-2991 ext 157
Fax #: 330-744-2971
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm CSu - 24 hours / 7 days
Intake Procedure: Intake procedures for treatment services vary by location. The Belmont location completes intakes every Tuesday and Thursday beginning at 8:00 a.m. on a walk-in basis. Struthers and Sebring intakes are by appointment only.
Fees: There are no resident fees associated with the Safe Haven Program. Due to the severity of diagnosis required for entry into the Safe Haven Program, residents are not financially obligated in any way. Turning Point Counseling fees for progams excluding Safe Haven are based on a subsidy fee scale as established by the Mahoning County Mental Health Board.
Safe Haven for the Homeless Mentally Ill
611 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
The Safe Haven Program is a transitional housing program for homeless adults with severe mental illness. It is housed in the Crisis Stabilization Unit. It consists of two beds.
Contact Person: Pam Price, CSU Coordinator
Pam Price: 330-744-2991 ext 215
Richard Schukert: 330-744-2991 ext 119
Amanda French: 330-744-2991 ext 106
Jonnette Welch: 330-744-2991 ext 157
Fax #: 330-744-2971
Provider Type: Non-Profit
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am 5:00 pm CSU - 24 hours / 7 days
Intake Procedure: Individual must be recommended for the Safe Haven by the Crisis Stabilization Unit team following assessment.
Fees: There are no resident fees associated with the Safe Haven Program. Due to the severity of diagnosis required for entry into the Safe Haven Program, residents are not financially obligated in any way. Turning Point Counseling fees for progams excluding Safe Haven are based on a subsidy fee scale as established by the Mahoning County Mental Health Board.
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Mahoning County Veterans Services Commission
2801 Market Street
Youngstown, Ohio 44507
The mission of the Commission is to assist eligible veterans who reside in Mahoning County who request basic needs and/or veterans benefits' claims assistance. The staff of the Commission also refers veterans to many other agencies of a veteran and non-veteran nature n the community who need supplemental services.
Contact Person: Barry Landgraver, Executive Director
Phone: 330-740-2450
Fax: 330-788-3501
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am. - 4:00pm.
Youngstown Community Based Outpatient Clinic
2031 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
The mission of the Youngstown clinic is to provide a full range of medical, rehabilitation, mental health, and substance abuse care to eligible veterans who have served in the U.S. military regardless of their current residence. Also, this Community Based Outpatient clinic provides many referrals to multiple other agencies in the community which also serve individuals who present vocational, economic, physical, substance abuse, mental health, vocational rehabilitation, educational, and other related issues.
Contact Person: George Otto, Clinical Social Worker
Phone: 330-740-9200 ext. 2132
Fax: 330-740-2950
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am. - 4:30pm.
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Veterans Outreach
524 Youngstown Poland Road
Struthers, Ohio 44471
The mission of Veterans Outreach is to assist eligible veterans who reside anywhere. This non-governmental agency pays the bills of veterans who owe money to vendors and/or providers for basic needs. These include transportation, shelter, and medical obligations. The staff of the Commission there also refers veterans who need supplemental services to many other agencies of a veteran and non-veteran nature n the community.
Contact Person: Robert Julian, Vice-President
Phone: 330-755-5792
Fax: 330-755-5930
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 11:00am. - 5:00pm
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Youngstown City Health District
345 Oak Hill Avenue
Suite 200
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
The Youngstown City Health District provides nursing coverage for BCMH, Immunizations, Communicable Diseases, Homeless Health, Help Me Grow, Nursing Home, Group Home, and Tatoo Parlor Inspections, and conducts the STD clinic on Tuesdays and Fridays. In addition, we provide Environmental and Air Pollution Services. We also house Vital Statistics and an AIDS Division.
Contact Person: Neil H. Altman, Health Commissioner
Neil Altman: 330-743-3333 ext 290
Wayna Hightower: 330-743-3333 ext 261
Michelle Evans: 330-743-3333 ext 254
Fax #: 330-743-3960
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Intake Procedure: Intake varies according to program
Fees: Fees vary according to program Medicaid accepted when applicable.
Homeless Outreach and Care Nurse
345 Oak Hill Avenue
Suite 200
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
The Homeless Outreach and Care Nurse Program is designed to provide medical and social service screenings and services for homeless individuals in Mahoning County, outreach is provided throughout various shelters and housing programs in Mahoning County.
Contact Person: Michelle Evans, Registered Nurse
Michelle Evans: 330-743-3166 ext 254
Dana Hubbard: 330-743-3166 ext 255
Fax #: 330-743-3960
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Intake Procedure: Intakes can be done on a walk-in basis, phone interview or outreach visit
Fees: No fees for qualifying individuals per HUD guidelines for homelessness
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Youngstown Community Development Agency
9 W. Front Street, 2nd Floor
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The Mission of the Community Development Agency is to positively impact the quality of life of the residents of the City of Youngstown. We will remain sensitive to the needs and concerns of our residents. We will efficiently and effectively administer resources to help eliminate slums and blight in our neighborhoods; foster suitable and positive living environments; and expand economic opportunities in our community. We will also multiply these resources by partnering with organizations whose activities contribute to our mission.
We recognize that we exist to provide "quality of life" services to the citizen's of Youngstown. We will provide those services in a manner that is fair, consistent, compliant, and professional while continually affording our Citizens the dignity and respect that they deserve.
The Community Development Agency is charged with administering the City of Youngstown's annual entitlement grants from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development. The amount of funding is based upon the city's census and demographical information. Presently, the annual amount received is approximately $6 million. The funds are intended to address the priorities established in the City's Five-Year Consolidated Plan, which is a sub-segment of the City's Youngstown 2010 Citywide Plan.
Contact Person: Beverly Hosey, Compliance Director
Phone: 330-744-0854
Fax #: 330- 743-3602
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority
116 W. Boardman St.
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
Provides low income family, elderly (senior citizens) and handicapped housing; family size and income determines eligibility; Section 8 program: can look anywhere in Mahoning County and landlord receives assistance.
Contact Person: Carmelita Douglas, Housing Coordinator
Phone: 330-744-2161
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am -4:30 pm
Intake Procedure: Applications given at YMHA Office. Client will be called for interview. No Applications after 3:30p.m.
Fees: No fees/charges
Youngstown State University, Public Service Institute
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, Ohio 44555
The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is an online database shared by Mahoning County CoC providers. The HMIS captures system-wide, client-level information over time on the characteristics and service needs of the local homeless population. Aggregate data will be used to demonstrate the size of homelessness, identify service usage patterns, determine the effectiveness of the homeless assistance system, provide better information for community planning, and strengthen resource allocation. The HMIS permits longitudinal analysis, thereby serving as the CoC's primary tool in planning and tracking its progress in reducing homelessness. YSU provides system administration, training and technical assistance, data quality assurance, and data analysis and reporting.
Contact Person: Kristy Boyles, Research Associate/HMIS Administrator
Phone: 330-941-2186
Fax #: 330-941-1525
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Web Site: cfweb.cc.ysu.edu/psi/hsd.htm
Director: Rick George: 330-941-3469
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Intake Procedure: N/A
Fees: No fees/charges
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YWCA of Youngstown
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA of Youngstown provides permanent supportive housing and transitional housing for the homeless and disabled. Other available services include: fitness, health and enrichment programs for persons of all ages; child care for ages six weeks to 12 years; after school, holiday and summer child care; and residential facilities. Individuals or groups may also rent the YWCA tea room or club rooms for meetings or social events.
Contact Person: Anna Marie Barksdale, Housing and Supportive Services Director
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 8:30AM -4:30PM
Intake Procedure: To apply for housing or child care: Indivduals can contact the Housing or Child Care Departments at (330)746-6361 to arrange to complete an application. Walk-ins are welcome.
Fees: Housing fees are based on income.
YWCA Barbara Wick Transitional House
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Barbara Wick Transitional House program provides transitional housing and supportive services for homeless females with and without children. The program consists of 18 furnished single room occupancy units located at the YWCA building. Residents share communal bathrooms, lounges, kitchen and dinning area, laundry facilities. Support services include: 24-hour crisis assistance, case management, health and wellness promotion activities advocacy services, emergency food and transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals need to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Programs participants who have a cash income are required to pay a 30% of their monthly income towards rent payments.
YWCA Permanent Housing for Single Disabled Women
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Permanent Housing for Single Disabled Woman program provides housing and supportive services for homeless, disabled single females without children. The program consists of 10 furnished single room occupancy units located at the YWCA building. Support services include: 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, emergency food and transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals need to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program Participants are required to pay 30% of their monthly income towards rent payment.
YWCA Project Independence
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Project Independence provides housing and supportive services for homeless disabled single females without children. The program consists of 8 furnished single room occupancy units located at the YWCA building. Support services include: 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, emergency food and transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals need to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program Participants are required to pay 30% of their monthly income towards rent payment
YWCA Scattered Site Housing I
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Scattered-Site 1 Permanent Supportive Housing program for homeless disabled families with children. This program consists of 10 independently owned rental units in Mahoning County. Support services include: rent subsidies, 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, household donation assistance, transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals need to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program participants are required to pay 30% of the cost of their monthly rent in addition to all utilities costs.
YWCA Scattered Site Housing II
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Scattered-Site 2 Permanent Supportive Housing program for homeless disabled families with children. This program consists of 7 independently owned rental units in Mahoning County. Support services include: rent subsidies, 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, household donation assistance, transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals are required to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program participants are required to pay 30% of the cost of their monthly rent in addition to all utilities costs.
YWCA Scattered Site Housing III
Physical Address:
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Scattered-Site 2 Permanent Supportive Housing program for homeless disabled families with children. This program consists of 9 independently owned rental units in Mahoning County. Support services include: rent subsidies, 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, household donation assistance, transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals are required to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program participants are required to pay 30% of the cost of their monthly rent in addition to all utilities costs.
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Beatitude Online (www.beatitudehouseonline.org)
Burdman Group, Inc.
Catholic Charities Regional Agency (ccregional.org)
Community Legal Aid
Goodwill Industries
Greater Youngstown Point
Help Hotline (www.helphotline.org)
Mahoning County Commissioners
Meridian Services (www.meridianservices.org)
Potential Development Program
Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley (www.rescuemissionmv.org)
Turning Point Counseling Services
Veterans Service Commission
Veterans Outreach
Youngstown City Health District
Youngstown Community Development Agency
Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority
Youngstown State University, Public Service Institute (cfweb.cc.ysu.edu/psi/hsd.htm)
YWCA
Beatitude Online
Beatitude House
287 Lora Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44504
Beatitude House provides transitional housing for homeless women with children who are at or below 35% of the Area Median Income. The program provides services for the women such as counseling, case management, budgeting education, parenting skills. Women in the program have furthering their education as a goal, either post-secondary, technical skills, or highschool diploma. Beatitude House also provides a Child Advocate program for all children in the program. This includes advocacy in the schools, anger management skills, and enrichment activities. Beatitude House also provides an education program for low income or disadvantaged women who need to gain skills to enter the workforce. The program provides individual and group counseling, GED instruction, computer instruction, budgeting and finance instruction. Beatitude House also provides permanent supportive housing for women with disabilities, or who have children with disabilities that prevent the mother from holding employment. There are 12 apartments available in Mahoning County for permanent supportive housing.
Contact Person: Sister Patricia McNicholas, Executive Director
Main Office: 330-744-3147
Housing Office: 330-746-6622
Education Office: 330-792-3944
Warren Offices: 330-399-1971
Fax #: 330-744-3991
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Web Site: www.beatitudehouseonline.org
Hours: M-F, 8:15 am - 4:15 pm.
Intake Procedure: Initial interview, second interview after completing forms and offering proof of income, move into apartment or first day at class in education site indicates start date.
Fees: Rent for transitional housing apartments is on a sliding scale depending on monthly income. Rent for permanent supportive housing is partially federally subsidized.
A House of Blessing, Youngstown North
1515 Fifth Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44504
A House of Blessing is the transitional housing program of Beatitude House. Homeless women (with income at or below 35% Area Median Income) with children live in one of 12 furnished apartments for up to two years and pursue postsecondary education, skills education, or GED education during their time in housing. The program also offers counseling, child advocacy, case management, and budgeting and financial education.
Contact Person: Kathleen Zimmerman, Housing Director
Housing Office Main: 330-746-6622
Administration: 330-744-3147
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Web Site: www.beatitudehouseonline.org
Intake Procedure: Women and children must be homeless according the the HUD definition. Women come for an initial interview and second interview after completing forms and offering proof of income, move into apartment.
Beatitude House Permanent Supportive Housing
145 North Glenellen
Youngstown, Ohio 44509
The permanent supportive housing program of Beatitude House provides rent subsidy and support services to homeless women with disabilities or who have children with disabilities which prevent mothers from working. There are 4 furnished apartments at 145 North Glenellen and 8 scattered site apartments.
Contact Person: Kelly Elko, Program Director
Program Director: 330-792-3644
Main Office: 330-744-3147
Housing Specialist: 330-792-3644
Fax #: 330-792-6192
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Web Site: www.beatitudehouseonline.org
Hours: 8:30 am. - 4:00 pm.
Intake Procedure: Call for interview.
Fees: Sliding scale depending on income.
The Potter's Wheel
145 N. Glenellen
Youngstown, Ohio 44509
The Potter's Wheel provides basic skills and computer education for homeless women wanting to enter the workforce and better their lives economically. The program also provides counseling, case management, budgeting education, parenting skills education and children's activities. The location is also an official GED instruction site.
Contact Person: Kelly Elko, Program Director
Main line: 330-792-3644
Case Worker: 330-792-7966
Fax #: 330-792-6192
Web Site: www.beatitudehouseonline.org
Hours: 8:30 am. -3:30 pm. Monday through Friday
Intake Procedure: Interview with director and case manager after completing an application form.
Fees: None
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Burdman Group, Inc.
284 Broadway
Youngstown, OH 44504
Provides residential and vocational services to mentally ill adults in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties; Mahoning County Employment and Job Retention Services; Doris Burdman Home; Independent Housing; Sojourner House; Riverbend Center; Pine Industries; and Crossroads in Trumbull County.
Admin office: 330-743-9275
Hours: M-F 8:00 am. to 4:00 pm.
Doris Burdman Home
278 Broadway
Youngstown, OH 44504
Voluntary residential support services for persons with severe mental health disability for the purpose of measuring stability and/or independence in the community.
Admin office: 330-743-9275
Hours: M-F 8:00 am. to 4:00pm.
Mahoning County Employment and Job Retention Services
1350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 206
Youngstown, OH 44504
Offers an extensive range of vocational and employment services. Professional staff will work on an individual basis and provide specialized services to meet specific needs. Staff will help individuals identify abilities, expand opportunities, and achieve personal independence. Tutoring, summer employment, leadership development, and adult mentoring available to youth 16 years of age and older.
Admin office: 330-480-4384
Hours: M-F 8:00 am. to 4:00 pm.
Sojourners House Domestic Violence Program
P.O. Box 5694
Youngstown, OH 44504
Protective shelter for battered women and their children; indiviaual counseling; support groups; children's programs; 24 hour crisis line; advocacy; case management; information,; referrals; speakers bureau; TDD line available that is bi-lingual; Spanish interpreter available.
Admin office: 330-747-4040; 330-938-2253
Hours: 24/7
Veritas House
69 Lucius Avenue
Youngstown, OH 44507
Located on the south side of Youngstown close to churches, restaurants, and shopping. Easy access to primary transit system. Offers residents the opportunity to build social skills through the use of shared common areas. Has facilities for 15 residents, include laundry room, kitchen, dining room, community day room, as well as individual bedrooms. Provisions made for physically disabled residents. On-site residential resource person available for assistance 24/7.
Admin office: 330-782-4030; 330-4390
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Catholic Charities Regional Agency
2401 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Agency provides individual and family counseling; adoption services; grief counseling; emergency assistance for food, medications, utility.& rent; support services to elderly; court referred parenting classes; pastoral counseling
Contact Person: Nancy Voitus, Executive Director
Admin office: 330-744-3320
Fax #: 330-744-3677
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Web Site:ccregional.org
Hours: M-F 8:30 am. to 4:30 pm. -evenings by appointment
Intake Procedure: program specific
Fees: counseling fees
Case Management & Outreach for the Community's Homeless (COACH)
2401 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Provides case management, advocacy and outreach to homeless persons and/or families within Mahoning County; 24 hour telephone crisis intervention and information and referral access provided through Help Hotline Crisis Center.
Contact Person: Terry Vicars, Casemanager
Admin office: 330-744-3320
Fax #: 330-744-3677
Intake Procedure: Call for appointment or walk in
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am. - 4:30 pm.
Fees: None
Housing Opportunities for Permanent Environments (HOPE)
2401 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Assists individuals as they prepare for new rental or home ownership opportunities through educational classes.
Contact Person: Nancy Reali, Case Manager
Admin office: 330-744-3320
Fax #: 330-744-3677
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Hours: As scheduled
Intake Procedure: By appointment, referral
Fees: NONE
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Community Legal Aid
11 Federal Plaza Central
7th Floor
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
Community Legal Aid is a non-profit law firm serving the legal needs of low income residents of Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Stark, Summit, Medina, and Portage Counties in a wide range civil legal matters.
Contact Person: Sara E. Strattan, Executive Director
Youngstown Office: 330-744-3196
Akron Office: 330-535-4191
Fax #: 330-744-2503
Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Intake Procedure: New Clients should call our Legal Hotline at 800-998-9454 Monday - Friday from 9am. to 4pm.
Fees: none
Homeless Advocacy: Law and Outreach (HALO)
11 Federal Plaza Central
7th Floor
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
HALO focuses on serving the legal needs of homeless persons in Mahoning County.
Contact Person: Michelle Wrona, Staff Attorney
Youngstown Office: 330-744-3196
Fax #: 330-744-2503
Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Intake Procedure: Intake is conducted at shelters or other homeless facilities.
Fees: No fees
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Goodwill Industries of Youngstown
2747 Belmont Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Agency provides vocational rehabilitation services to individuals who are disabled, homeless or who have other special needs. These services include vocational assessment, work adjustment, and job placement.
Contact Person: Michael McBride, Executive Director
All Staff: 330-759-7921
Fax #: 330-759-0678
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8a.m.-4:30p.m.
Intake Procedure: Intake completed by Outreach worker.
Fees: no fee to consumers.
Vocational Program for Individuals who are Homeless
2747 Belmont Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Program includes vocational evaluation, work adjustment, and job placement to individuals who are homeless.
Contact Person: Dorothy L. Nespeca, Director of Rehabilitation
Administrators: 330-759-7921
Robert Mitchell: 330-759-7921,Joni Grover: 330-759-7921
Fax #: 330-759-0678
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30. lunch hour-noon-1:00PM
Intake Procedure: English. Basic Spanish.
Fees: No fee to consumers
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Greater Youngstown Point
322 Wick Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
A homeless drop-in center with other supportive services including employment and housing search assistance.
Contact Person: Michael A. James, Executive Director
Michael A. James: 330-480-0310
Lola A. Simmons: 330-480-0310
Fax #: 330-480-0316
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Intake Procedure: Clients must provide necessary eligibility requirements upon initiation of the intake process, done by the case manager. Following the intake, assessments are made for services necessary.
Fees: None
Homeless Drop-In Center
322 Wick Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
Homeless drop-in center that provides supportive services, including: basic needs (showers, laundering of clothing, food, clothing, etc.); housing placement; job placement; case management; referrals
Contact Person: Michael A. James, Executive Director
Michael A. James: 330-480-0310
Lola A. Simmons: 330-480-0310
Fax #: 330-480-0316
Fees: None
Hours: 8:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M.
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Help Hotline Crisis Center
P.O. Box 46
Youngstown, Ohio 44501-0046
Provides crisis intervention, suicide prevention, information and referral to community resources; victims assistance hotline; representative payee program for mental health consumers; homeless outreach; recovery program for mental health consumers; guardianship program for mental health and MR/DD consumers; housing assistance program for mental health consumers; senior line and safe school program
Contact Person: Todd A. Marian, Chief Operating Officer
Hotline: 330-747-2696
Hotline: 330-424-7767
Hotline: 800-427-3606
Hotline TDD: 330-744-0579
Office: 330-747-5111
Fax #: 330-747-4055
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Website: www.helphotline.org
Hours: 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week
Intake Procedure: None
Fees: None
Housing Assistance Program (HAP)
P.O. Box 46
Youngstown, Ohio 44501
Fiscal agent for Mahoning County Mental Health Housing system; works closely
with community support systems in locating housing for persons who are severely
mentally disabled with priority given to those who are homeless.
Phone: 330-746-7721
Phone: 330-747-2696 After Hours
Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH)
P.O. Box 46
Youngstown, Ohio 44501
Outreach to homeless persons in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties; focuses on homeless persons who are not connected in the mental health system with purpose of getting them connected into the system. Assists with obtaining birth certificates, state identification cards, clothing, food and other necessities.
Contact Person: Bob Altman, Program Director
Hotline: 330-747-2696
Hotline: 800-427-3606
Fax #: 330-747-4055
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Off hours available upon call
Intake Procedure: Contact above number to arrange a meeting with a PATH worker
Fees: None
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Mahoning County Commissioners Office
21 W. Boardman Street, 2nd Floor
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The mission of Mahoning County Government is to improve health, safety, and welfare of its citizens. Mahoning County Government is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the outstanding quality of life which has made our community a desirable place to live, work, and raise our children. By insuring economical, superior service to our citizens, County Government will insure the promotion of orderly growth for the economic health and safety of its citizens." The Board of Mahoning County Commissioners is the general administrative body for county government. In addition to serving as the fiscal representatives of Mahoning County, they serve as the legislative and governing body. The Commissioners are responsible for making policy, adopting ordinances, and levying taxes to finance county government programs. The Board must appoint department heads for offices which they have responsibility of and appoint members to a variety of boards within the County. The Mahoning County Commissioners must work with other elected officials and judges to assure that the county is a better place to live and work for the citizens.
Contact Person: Anna DeAscentis, Grants and Development
Phone: 330-740-2130
Fax #: 330-740-2006
Web Site: www.mahoningcountyoh.gov
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Meridian Services, Inc.
527 North Meridian Rd.
Youngstown, Ohio 44509
Private, non-profit behavioral healthcare organization, providing a comprehensive array of health and social wellness programs, including chemical dependency and mental health treatment, primary healthcare, housing, vocational development, and employee assistance programming.
Contact Person: Lawrence J. Moliterno, Chief Executive Officer
Administration: 330-797-0070
Clinical: 330-797-0070
Housing: 330-746-7829
Medical: 330-797-0074
Fax #: 330-797-9148
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Contact specified Department to schedule an intake appointment, i.e. Clinical, Housing, Medical, etc.
Fees: Program fees vary based on the services provided. Housing residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent.
Homestead House
2605, 2607 Homestead Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Permanent Supportive Housing for homeless, single men with co-occuring substance abuse and mental health diagnoses. The program consists of two (2) 3-bedroom units. Supportive services available include specialized chemical dependency and mental health treatment, case management, representative payeeship, life skills training, and referral/advocacy.
Contact Person: William Aley, Director of Residential Services
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am-4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial appointment.
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
Passages
550 West Chalmers Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44511
A 24-month transitional housing program for homeless, chemically dependent, single men and women. The program consists of sixteen (16), furnished single room occupancy units. Supportive services, training and stability to nurture self-sufficiency are available.
Contact Person: William Aley, Director of Residential Services
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
Phoenix Court
2814 Vestal Rd.
Youngstown, Ohio 44509
Phoenix Court is a 24-month transitional housing program for homeless, chemically dependent women and their children. The program consists of five(5) 3-bedroom and five (5) 2-bedroom furnished housing units. Supportive services available include chemical dependency and mental health treatment, case management, life skills training, referral/advocacy, and childcare.
Contact Person: William Aley, Director of Residential Services
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
Project Safe
500 West Chalmers Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44511
Project Safe is a 24-month transitional housing program for homeless, chemically dependent women with children. The program consists of four(4) 3-bedroom and four (4) 2-bedroom furnished housing units. Supportive services available include chemical dependency and mental health treatment, case management, life skills training, referral/advocacy, and childcare.
Contact Person: Kim Wess, Housing Manager
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule and initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
SRO (Single Room Occupancy)
550 West Chalmers Ave.
Youngstown, Ohio 44511
A permanent, housing solution for homeless individuals with special needs, including chemical dependency, mental illness, physical disability, HIV/AIDS, etc. The program consists of sixty (60) furnished single room occupancy units. Supportive services, training and stability to nurture self-sufficiency are available.
Contact Person: William Aley, Director of Residential Services
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
William G. Bodnar Transitional Home
2516 Market St.
Youngstown, Ohio 44507
A 24-month transitional housing program for homeless, chemically dependent, single men. The program consists of eight(8), furnished single room occupancy units. Supportive services, training and stability to nurture self-sufficiency are available.
Contact Person: Kim Wess, Housing Manager
Housing: 330-746-7829
Administration: 330-797-0070
Fax #: 330-746-3476
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Web Site: www.meridianservices.org
Hours: 8am- 4:30pm Monday through Friday Evening appointments available
Intake Procedure: Multi-phase intake process. Contact the Housing Department to schedule an initial intake appointment
Fees: Residents are assessed 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent
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Potential Development Program
209 W. Woodland Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Contact Person: Paul Garchar, Executive Director
School of Autism: 330-746-7641
Preschool Program: 330-747-9741
Fax #: 330-746-4008
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Intake Procedure: Intake applications completed by appointment; no referral needed.
Fees: Sliding scale fee based on income. Preschool services free of charge to any child who has experienced homelessness within past 18 months.
Developmentally Appropriate Childcare
498 Glenwood Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Developmentally appropriate preschool program for children ages 2 1/2 through six. We serve children with a diagnosis of autism or a related disorder, behavioral concerns, developmental delays, and/or children who have experienced homelessness.
Contact Person: Lynn Robinson, Program Coordinator
Preschool Program: 330-747-9741
Fax #: 330-746-4008
Provider Type: Non-Profit
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:00pm.
Intake Procedure: Intake applications completed by appointment; no referral needed.
Fees: Free to families that have been homeless within the past 18 months; Sliding scale fee based on income for other families.
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Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley
962 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Youngstown, OH 44501
Provides temporary shelter for homeless persons or families; also food clothing must have a need-referral procedure; provides living skills classes; meals served daily; emergency shelter; homeless shelter and transient shelter.
Contact Person: Ron Starcher, Director of Client Services
Phone: 330-744-7644
Provider Type: Non-Profit
Hours: 24 Hours A Day
Intake Procedure: Individuals are welcome to come to the Rescue Mission.
Web Site: www.rescuemissionmv.org
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Turning Point Counseling Services
611 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Turning Point Counseling Services is a behavioral health center serving the adult population of Mahoning County. Services include counseling and psychotherapy, case management, crisis intervention and psychiatric care. We also provide a 12-bed inpatient Crisis Stabilization Unit for individuals in need of immediate, short-term crisis management.
Contact Person: Joe Sylvester, Executive Director
Joe Sylvester: 330-744-2991 ext 102
Richard Schukert: 330-744-2991 ext 119
Pam Price: 330-744-2991 ext 215
Jonnette Welch: 330-744-2991 ext 157
Fax #: 330-744-2971
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm CSu - 24 hours / 7 days
Intake Procedure: Intake procedures for treatment services vary by location. The Belmont location completes intakes every Tuesday and Thursday beginning at 8:00 a.m. on a walk-in basis. Struthers and Sebring intakes are by appointment only.
Fees: There are no resident fees associated with the Safe Haven Program. Due to the severity of diagnosis required for entry into the Safe Haven Program, residents are not financially obligated in any way. Turning Point Counseling fees for progams excluding Safe Haven are based on a subsidy fee scale as established by the Mahoning County Mental Health Board.
Safe Haven for the Homeless Mentally Ill
611 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
The Safe Haven Program is a transitional housing program for homeless adults with severe mental illness. It is housed in the Crisis Stabilization Unit. It consists of two beds.
Contact Person: Pam Price, CSU Coordinator
Pam Price: 330-744-2991 ext 215
Richard Schukert: 330-744-2991 ext 119
Amanda French: 330-744-2991 ext 106
Jonnette Welch: 330-744-2991 ext 157
Fax #: 330-744-2971
Provider Type: Non-Profit
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am 5:00 pm CSU - 24 hours / 7 days
Intake Procedure: Individual must be recommended for the Safe Haven by the Crisis Stabilization Unit team following assessment.
Fees: There are no resident fees associated with the Safe Haven Program. Due to the severity of diagnosis required for entry into the Safe Haven Program, residents are not financially obligated in any way. Turning Point Counseling fees for progams excluding Safe Haven are based on a subsidy fee scale as established by the Mahoning County Mental Health Board.
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Mahoning County Veterans Services Commission
2801 Market Street
Youngstown, Ohio 44507
The mission of the Commission is to assist eligible veterans who reside in Mahoning County who request basic needs and/or veterans benefits' claims assistance. The staff of the Commission also refers veterans to many other agencies of a veteran and non-veteran nature n the community who need supplemental services.
Contact Person: Barry Landgraver, Executive Director
Phone: 330-740-2450
Fax: 330-788-3501
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am. - 4:00pm.
Youngstown Community Based Outpatient Clinic
2031 Belmont Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44505
The mission of the Youngstown clinic is to provide a full range of medical, rehabilitation, mental health, and substance abuse care to eligible veterans who have served in the U.S. military regardless of their current residence. Also, this Community Based Outpatient clinic provides many referrals to multiple other agencies in the community which also serve individuals who present vocational, economic, physical, substance abuse, mental health, vocational rehabilitation, educational, and other related issues.
Contact Person: George Otto, Clinical Social Worker
Phone: 330-740-9200 ext. 2132
Fax: 330-740-2950
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am. - 4:30pm.
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Veterans Outreach
524 Youngstown Poland Road
Struthers, Ohio 44471
The mission of Veterans Outreach is to assist eligible veterans who reside anywhere. This non-governmental agency pays the bills of veterans who owe money to vendors and/or providers for basic needs. These include transportation, shelter, and medical obligations. The staff of the Commission there also refers veterans who need supplemental services to many other agencies of a veteran and non-veteran nature n the community.
Contact Person: Robert Julian, Vice-President
Phone: 330-755-5792
Fax: 330-755-5930
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 11:00am. - 5:00pm
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Youngstown City Health District
345 Oak Hill Avenue
Suite 200
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
The Youngstown City Health District provides nursing coverage for BCMH, Immunizations, Communicable Diseases, Homeless Health, Help Me Grow, Nursing Home, Group Home, and Tatoo Parlor Inspections, and conducts the STD clinic on Tuesdays and Fridays. In addition, we provide Environmental and Air Pollution Services. We also house Vital Statistics and an AIDS Division.
Contact Person: Neil H. Altman, Health Commissioner
Neil Altman: 330-743-3333 ext 290
Wayna Hightower: 330-743-3333 ext 261
Michelle Evans: 330-743-3333 ext 254
Fax #: 330-743-3960
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Intake Procedure: Intake varies according to program
Fees: Fees vary according to program Medicaid accepted when applicable.
Homeless Outreach and Care Nurse
345 Oak Hill Avenue
Suite 200
Youngstown, Ohio 44502
The Homeless Outreach and Care Nurse Program is designed to provide medical and social service screenings and services for homeless individuals in Mahoning County, outreach is provided throughout various shelters and housing programs in Mahoning County.
Contact Person: Michelle Evans, Registered Nurse
Michelle Evans: 330-743-3166 ext 254
Dana Hubbard: 330-743-3166 ext 255
Fax #: 330-743-3960
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Intake Procedure: Intakes can be done on a walk-in basis, phone interview or outreach visit
Fees: No fees for qualifying individuals per HUD guidelines for homelessness
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Youngstown Community Development Agency
9 W. Front Street, 2nd Floor
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The Mission of the Community Development Agency is to positively impact the quality of life of the residents of the City of Youngstown. We will remain sensitive to the needs and concerns of our residents. We will efficiently and effectively administer resources to help eliminate slums and blight in our neighborhoods; foster suitable and positive living environments; and expand economic opportunities in our community. We will also multiply these resources by partnering with organizations whose activities contribute to our mission.
We recognize that we exist to provide "quality of life" services to the citizen's of Youngstown. We will provide those services in a manner that is fair, consistent, compliant, and professional while continually affording our Citizens the dignity and respect that they deserve.
The Community Development Agency is charged with administering the City of Youngstown's annual entitlement grants from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development. The amount of funding is based upon the city's census and demographical information. Presently, the annual amount received is approximately $6 million. The funds are intended to address the priorities established in the City's Five-Year Consolidated Plan, which is a sub-segment of the City's Youngstown 2010 Citywide Plan.
Contact Person: Beverly Hosey, Compliance Director
Phone: 330-744-0854
Fax #: 330- 743-3602
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority
116 W. Boardman St.
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
Provides low income family, elderly (senior citizens) and handicapped housing; family size and income determines eligibility; Section 8 program: can look anywhere in Mahoning County and landlord receives assistance.
Contact Person: Carmelita Douglas, Housing Coordinator
Phone: 330-744-2161
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am -4:30 pm
Intake Procedure: Applications given at YMHA Office. Client will be called for interview. No Applications after 3:30p.m.
Fees: No fees/charges
Youngstown State University, Public Service Institute
1 University Plaza
Youngstown, Ohio 44555
The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is an online database shared by Mahoning County CoC providers. The HMIS captures system-wide, client-level information over time on the characteristics and service needs of the local homeless population. Aggregate data will be used to demonstrate the size of homelessness, identify service usage patterns, determine the effectiveness of the homeless assistance system, provide better information for community planning, and strengthen resource allocation. The HMIS permits longitudinal analysis, thereby serving as the CoC's primary tool in planning and tracking its progress in reducing homelessness. YSU provides system administration, training and technical assistance, data quality assurance, and data analysis and reporting.
Contact Person: Kristy Boyles, Research Associate/HMIS Administrator
Phone: 330-941-2186
Fax #: 330-941-1525
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Web Site: cfweb.cc.ysu.edu/psi/hsd.htm
Director: Rick George: 330-941-3469
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Intake Procedure: N/A
Fees: No fees/charges
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YWCA of Youngstown
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA of Youngstown provides permanent supportive housing and transitional housing for the homeless and disabled. Other available services include: fitness, health and enrichment programs for persons of all ages; child care for ages six weeks to 12 years; after school, holiday and summer child care; and residential facilities. Individuals or groups may also rent the YWCA tea room or club rooms for meetings or social events.
Contact Person: Anna Marie Barksdale, Housing and Supportive Services Director
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 8:30AM -4:30PM
Intake Procedure: To apply for housing or child care: Indivduals can contact the Housing or Child Care Departments at (330)746-6361 to arrange to complete an application. Walk-ins are welcome.
Fees: Housing fees are based on income.
YWCA Barbara Wick Transitional House
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Barbara Wick Transitional House program provides transitional housing and supportive services for homeless females with and without children. The program consists of 18 furnished single room occupancy units located at the YWCA building. Residents share communal bathrooms, lounges, kitchen and dinning area, laundry facilities. Support services include: 24-hour crisis assistance, case management, health and wellness promotion activities advocacy services, emergency food and transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals need to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Programs participants who have a cash income are required to pay a 30% of their monthly income towards rent payments.
YWCA Permanent Housing for Single Disabled Women
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Permanent Housing for Single Disabled Woman program provides housing and supportive services for homeless, disabled single females without children. The program consists of 10 furnished single room occupancy units located at the YWCA building. Support services include: 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, emergency food and transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals need to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program Participants are required to pay 30% of their monthly income towards rent payment.
YWCA Project Independence
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Project Independence provides housing and supportive services for homeless disabled single females without children. The program consists of 8 furnished single room occupancy units located at the YWCA building. Support services include: 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, emergency food and transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals need to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program Participants are required to pay 30% of their monthly income towards rent payment
YWCA Scattered Site Housing I
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Scattered-Site 1 Permanent Supportive Housing program for homeless disabled families with children. This program consists of 10 independently owned rental units in Mahoning County. Support services include: rent subsidies, 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, household donation assistance, transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals need to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program participants are required to pay 30% of the cost of their monthly rent in addition to all utilities costs.
YWCA Scattered Site Housing II
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Scattered-Site 2 Permanent Supportive Housing program for homeless disabled families with children. This program consists of 7 independently owned rental units in Mahoning County. Support services include: rent subsidies, 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, household donation assistance, transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals are required to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program participants are required to pay 30% of the cost of their monthly rent in addition to all utilities costs.
YWCA Scattered Site Housing III
Physical Address:
25 Rayen Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio 44503
The YWCA Scattered-Site 2 Permanent Supportive Housing program for homeless disabled families with children. This program consists of 9 independently owned rental units in Mahoning County. Support services include: rent subsidies, 24-hour crisis assistance, in-home case management, health care planning, advocacy services, household donation assistance, transportation assistance, and career adjustment referrals.
Contact Person: Toni Evans, Housing Case Manager
Operator: 330-746-6361
Fax #: 330-747-6360
Hours: Business hours are Monday through Friday 9:00AM -4:00PM
Intake Procedure: Individuals are required to make an appointment with the Assistant Housing Program Manager to complete an application.
Fees: Program participants are required to pay 30% of the cost of their monthly rent in addition to all utilities costs.
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