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United Way of Lake County

United Way of Lake County

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Offers programs to meet basic needs, including food, shelter, and emergency services for vulnerable residents.

Lake County · Link checked Aug 30, 2026

Visit resourceCall 440-352-3166Details
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Aims to provide a safe space for youth aged 16-24 experiencing homelessness, offering basic needs and support services.

Cuyahoga County · Link checked Sep 3, 2026

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FrontLine Service

FrontLine Service

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Provides crisis intervention and behavioral health services, including substance use treatment, to individuals in Northeast Ohio.

Cuyahoga County · Link checked Aug 31, 2026

Visit resourceCall 216-623-6555Details

OhioGuidestone ReadyCare Walk-In Clinics

OhioGuidestone

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Provides immediate access to mental health and substance use treatment without an appointment, offering services such as assessments, counseling, crisis intervention, and psychiatric care at multiple locations in Cuyahoga County.

Cuyahoga County · Link checked Aug 31, 2026

Visit resourceCall 440-260-8300Details

Signature Health Drop-In Services

Signature Health

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Provides same-day support for primary care, mental health, and addiction recovery without the need for an appointment, available Monday through Friday at multiple health center locations.

Cuyahoga County · Link checked Aug 31, 2026

Visit resourceCall 216-663-6100Details

WomenSafe, Inc.

WomenSafe, Inc.

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WomenSafe offers emergency shelter and comprehensive services to survivors of domestic violence from Northeast Ohio, including a 24-hour support and crisis management hotline, all provided confidentially and free of charge.

Geauga County · Link checked Aug 31, 2026

Visit resourceCall 440-285-5665Details

Catholic Charities Summit County

Catholic Charities

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Provides emergency services including food assistance, behavioral health programs, and recovery services to individuals and families in need.

Summit County · Link checked Aug 30, 2026

Visit resourceCall 330-762-2961Details

Summit Recovery Hub

Summit Recovery Hub

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Provides peer-led recovery support, including drop-in services, free transportation to treatment, and harm reduction resources for individuals in Summit County.

Summit County · Link checked Aug 31, 2026

Visit resourceCall 330-940-1133Details

Norma Herr Center

YWCA Greater Cleveland

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Cleveland's primary emergency shelter for women aged 18 to 80, serving an average of 220 individuals each night, providing temporary housing and support services.

Cuyahoga County · Link checked Aug 31, 2026

Visit resourceCall (216) 391-6672Details

Summit County Continuum of Care

Summit County Continuum of Care

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Engages local organizations in a collaborative response to prevent and end homelessness, offering centralized intake for individuals experiencing housing crises and connecting them to appropriate resources.

Summit County · Link checked Aug 30, 2026

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RAHAB Ministries

RAHAB Ministries

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RAHAB Ministries offers support to survivors of sex trafficking through outreach on streets, in strip clubs, and in jail facilities, as well as providing drop-in homes and mentoring for youth, serving multiple Northeast Ohio counties.

Summit County · Link checked Aug 31, 2026

Visit resourceCall 330-819-3326Details

YWCA Greater Cleveland

YWCA Greater Cleveland

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Dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all, offering critical services including affordable housing, mental health support, crisis intervention, workforce development, and h

Cuyahoga County · Link checked Aug 31, 2026

Visit resourceCall (216) 881-6878Details

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