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ACCESS, Inc.

Emergency Shelter for Women & Children in Summit County, OH. Sheltering homeless women and children in Summit County since 1984.

06/12/2026

Today is United Way of Summit & Medina's Day of Action, and we are so grateful for this fun group of volunteers who dedicated their time to ACCESS! Despite a little drizzle, this crew brought nothing but positivity. 💜

Thanks to a generous donation of beautiful flowers from Geissinger's Plant Hut, volunteers spent the day potting blooms and helping beautify our shelter for the summer. Their gifts will help create a welcoming, uplifting environment for the women and children we serve.

Thank you to United Way and Geissinger's Plant Hut for investing in our community and helping make ACCESS feel even more like home. We couldn't do it without you! 🌸🌿

06/03/2026

A bus pass to an interview. A hot meal after a long day. A visit to the Care Clinic. Fresh bedding for a good night's sleep.

Small costs create the small moments that lead women and children to safety and stability. That is exactly why becoming a monthly giver is one of the best ways to support ACCESS. The cost of your vending machine snack or specialty coffee can be a family’s next step toward a brighter future.

The first six months of your monthly support will be matched by a generous donor, so your impact is DOUBLED. Join the Lotus League today and help create lasting change for women and children experiencing homelessness across Summit County, Ohio.

https://www.access-shelter.org/monthly-giving

06/02/2026

✨ Looking for volunteer opportunities this summer? ✨

If you or someone you know is passionate about working with children, ACCESS is looking for volunteers to create positive memories for children who may be facing challenging circumstances. The Summer Childcare Assistant role runs Monday through Thursday from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM or 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM. Follow the link below for more information and registration! 💜

https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/ #/join-party?k=ct1grfnmbt84ca

06/01/2026

We are incredibly grateful to GAR Foundation for their generous grant investment in ACCESS and for helping make it possible to continue adding keys for years to come.

Thank you, GAR Foundation, for helping open doors to housing and stability. 💜🔑

05/30/2026

Although the State of the Shelter Breakfast has passed, we still want to share the powerful story of Alice Scott, recipient of the Lynn M. Budnick Empowered Woman Award.

Alice entered the ACCESS shelter in 2023 after relocating to Akron to escape domestic violence. During this time, she endured the loss of her son, a devastating house fire, and a custody battle for her nephews while caring for her children and grandson. Since completing the program, she has been permanently housed with a thriving family. Alice’s resilience in overcoming profound adversity makes her the epitome of an empowered woman. 💜

05/29/2026

It’s Goodyear Global Week of Volunteering, and we are so grateful for this amazing crew who dedicated their time and effort to ACCESS today! 💜

We love seeing the Akron community show up and give back in such a big way. Thank you to the Goodyear team for spending your day with us and helping support women and children across Summit County!

05/28/2026

Still thinking about the State of the Shelter Breakfast... 💜

For those who missed it, Dr. Deborah Plate is a Clinical Associate Director at the Center for Family Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic, where she trains future family physicians. We were so honored to recognize Dr. Plate with the Terrence J. Steel Community Excellence Award for her incredible commitment to ACCESS and the Summit County community.

Her passion for service is best defined by her long-term involvement and advocacy at ACCESS, where she serves as a volunteer and board member. Through her leadership, Dr. Plate has helped bring on-site care to women and children at ACCESS, while exposing medical students early in their education to community service in hopes of inspiring them to carry that commitment forward. Thank you, Dr. Plate, for everything you do. 🩺

05/26/2026

A huge thank you to our amazing volunteer, Joe, who generously dedicated his time and energy to ACCESS while finishing high school. We are so grateful for everything he contributed and wish him all the best in this exciting next chapter! 💜

05/25/2026

Residents at ACCESS Shelter gathered for an art therapy session, coordinated by Art Therapy Studio, and crafted positive affirmation collage cards!

After the session, many residents shared that they felt happier and more relaxed. This program was made possible by Bath Volunteers –– thank you for your support and generosity! 💜

05/22/2026

Akron Bar Association and its Lawyer Referral Service continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to service and justice. We are grateful to receive their Public Service Award during a celebration of the rule of law, service, and our exceptional legal community.

Thank you to this amazing group for your continued dedication to serving our community!

Address

230 W Market Street
Akron, OH
44303

Telephone

+13303760995

Website

http://www.access-shelter.org/

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