Stark County Job & Family Services

Stark County Job & Family Services Stark County Job & Family Services supports the community by protecting, stabilizing, and strengthening individuals and families.

We envision an Agency where all employees take pride in their jobs and work with the community to provide outstanding service to the residents of Stark County.

How do you become a foster parent? The first step is to call our office at 330-451-8789 and register for an information ...
05/30/2026

How do you become a foster parent? The first step is to call our office at 330-451-8789 and register for an information meeting. The next information meeting will take place on June 2nd at 6 p.m. via Zoom.

After more than 40 years of service to Stark County families, Joan Galant is beginning a well-deserved retirement! In he...
05/29/2026

After more than 40 years of service to Stark County families, Joan Galant is beginning a well-deserved retirement! In her role as Executive Administrative Assistant, Joan has been a trusted source of support, professionalism, and dedication throughout her career at Stark JFS. Her lasting contributions and commitment to excellence have made a meaningful impact on both colleagues and the community we serve. We thank Joan for her many years of service and wish her happiness in this next chapter!

Stark JFS celebrates the retirement of Stephanie Sullivan after more than 30 years of dedicated service! As a Legal Secr...
05/29/2026

Stark JFS celebrates the retirement of Stephanie Sullivan after more than 30 years of dedicated service! As a Legal Secretary in Child Support, Stephanie has provided dependable support and professionalism that have positively impacted her coworkers and the families we serve. We are grateful for her years of commitment and wish her continued happiness and success in retirement!

Please join us in congratulating Lisa Fogle on her retirement after more than 25 years with Stark JFS! As Supervisor of ...
05/29/2026

Please join us in congratulating Lisa Fogle on her retirement after more than 25 years with Stark JFS! As Supervisor of Children Services Fiscal Support, Lisa’s leadership, knowledge, and commitment have played an important role in supporting both her team and the families of Stark County. Her dedication over the years has been greatly appreciated, and we wish her all the best in her well-earned retirement!

Everyone! To end the week, here's a from our Division of Children Services.
05/29/2026

Everyone! To end the week, here's a from our Division of Children Services.

Rahiem and Julius are brothers looking for a loving adoptive home. Learn more by calling 330-451-8701 or emailing Samant...
05/27/2026

Rahiem and Julius are brothers looking for a loving adoptive home. Learn more by calling 330-451-8701 or emailing [email protected].

: May is National Foster Care Month, a time to raise awareness of the needs of children and youth in foster care and to...
05/27/2026

: May is National Foster Care Month, a time to raise awareness of the needs of children and youth in foster care and to recognize those who support them.

In recognition of the month, seven public and private agencies across Northeast Ohio have joined forces to address a critical shortage of licensed foster caregivers. Together, they are launching a one-day awareness and recruitment campaign, “Everyday Heroes. Everyday Homes.”

On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, Stark County Job & Family Services will host a special event from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Perry Sippo Branch aimed at educating prospective foster caregivers. The event will provide guidance on how to become licensed, explain the foster care process, and address common misconceptions about the system.

“We are always happy to answer questions from our community,” said Tricia Mayle, Deputy Director of Children Services. “Our goal is to increase the number of licensed foster caregivers within the same neighborhoods where children are being removed from their homes—through no fault of their own. These children need loving, stable, and safe homes right here in Stark County.”

According to State of Ohio’s latest data, more than 1,700 children and youth across Summit, Stark, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, and Trumbull counties are currently in foster care. The need is urgent: infants, young children, and teens are entering foster care every day, yet there are not enough foster families available to support them.

As part of the “Everyday Heroes. Everyday Homes” campaign, each participating agency will host its own uniquely designed event on May 27. While formats may vary, all events share a common purpose—to connect with community members and inspire more individuals and families to consider becoming foster caregivers.

We want to send a huge thank you to Hope Bridge for always thinking of our youth in care and providing birthday boxes t...
05/26/2026

We want to send a huge thank you to Hope Bridge for always thinking of our youth in care and providing birthday boxes to teens in foster care. These thoughtfully personalized boxes mean so much them.

We are incredibly grateful for the partnership with such a compassionate and community-focused organization. Your kindness, generosity, and dedication help make our youth feel seen, celebrated, and loved on their special day. Thank you for continuing to make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many young people. 💙

(Pictured: Sarah Goins, Independent living and placement supervisor and Katie Hummel, family resource worker)

We will be at the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank on May 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.! Stop by to apply for public a...
05/25/2026

We will be at the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank on May 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.! Stop by to apply for public assistance or ask about SNAP, TANF, & Medicaid.

Today, we remember the missing and stand with the families still searching. Every child deserves to be found.
05/25/2026

Today, we remember the missing and stand with the families still searching. Every child deserves to be found.

Address

221 3rd Street SE
Canton, OH
44702

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18446406446

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