Child Care & Youth Programs:

• Ashtabula County Department of Job and Family Services (ACDJFS) (Ashtabula County): Determines eligibility for child care assistance and certifies home providers for child care certification.
  
   

• Portage County Department of Job and Family Services (PCDJFS) (Portage County): Offers child care assistance to eligible families, ensuring access to affordable child care services.
  
   

Crisis, General, & Other Assistance:

• ACDJFS (Ashtabula County): Provides Adult Protective Services to assist adults aged 60 or older who are in danger of harm.
  
   

• PCDJFS (Portage County): Offers Child and Adult Protective Services to safeguard the well-being of children and vulnerable adults.
  
   

Employment & Job Training:

• ACDJFS (Ashtabula County): Determines eligibility for the Workforce Investment Act (WIA), providing employment and training services to enhance job prospects.
  
   

• PCDJFS – OhioMeansJobs Portage County (Portage County): Provides employment services, including job search assistance, resume workshops, and career counseling.
  
   

Education:

• ACDJFS (Ashtabula County): Through various programs, supports educational initiatives aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and well-being.
  
   

• PCDJFS (Portage County): Offers resources and referrals to educational programs that assist individuals in achieving their educational goals.
  
   

Food Assistance:

• ACDJFS (Ashtabula County): Determines eligibility for food stamps (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP) to alleviate conditions of poverty.
  
   

• PCDJFS (Portage County): Provides assistance in applying for food assistance benefits to support families in need.
  
   

Financial Assistance & Counseling:

• ACDJFS (Ashtabula County): Determines eligibility for Ohio Works First (OWF), providing cash assistance to eligible families.
  
   

• PCDJFS (Portage County): Offers cash assistance programs and financial counseling to help families achieve self-sufficiency.
  
   

Health Services:

• ACDJFS (Ashtabula County): Determines eligibility for Medicaid, ensuring access to medical services for eligible individuals and families.
  
   

• PCDJFS (Portage County): Assists with Medicaid applications and provides transportation to medical appointments for eligible individuals.