FAMILY & COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC.

http://www.portagefamilies.org

For more than 60 years, people in Northeast Ohio have turned to Family & Community Services, Inc. As one of the largest, non-profit social service agencies in Northeast Ohio, we can respond quickly and compassionately.

Individuals and families who encounter adversity or have difficulty coping with the basics of living can contact us for help. We have the ability and program diversity to help meet emergency situations, as well as work directly with clients to develop long-term independence and self-reliance.

Our belief in individual dignity and our strong sense of community determine our focus direct our policies and drive our efforts. Our programs and community centers could not operate efficiently operate without our dedicated 3,000+ volunteers who help us to provide the wide array of community-based programs and services we offer. Our volunteers cook and serve meals, tutor school children, distribute clothing, assist senior citizens and work as advocates for the homeless and abused.