Public Assistance
Get information about the resources you need.
Food
No one in our community should go hungry. We supply supplemental income for food purchases for qualifying families.
Learn More about Food Assistance
Food Assistance Nondiscrimination Statement
Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov).
Financial Assistance
Trying to work and improve your circumstances but need a boost to get you there? Ohio Works First (OWF) provides time-limited cash assistance for families with dependent children in the home.
Learn More about Financial Assistance
Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov).
Child Care
Having trouble finding safe, affordable child care? If you are a parent or caretaker who is working, in school, or participating in an OWF work activity, you may qualify for subsidized child care for children under the age of 13. The care can be provided in licensed homes and/or child care centers.
Learn More about Child Care Assistance
Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov).
Search for a child care provider
If you are interested in becoming a Medina County child care provider, please contact Sherrie Roach at 330-661-0862.
Emergency Assistance (PRC)
Life can bring surprises. Our Prevention, Retention and Contingency (PRC) program helps low-income families with children overcome immediate barriers to self-sufficiency.
Learn More about Emergency Assistance
Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov).
Phone: (330) 722-9398
Toll-Free: (800) 706-2732
Fax: (330) 722-9238
Email: medina_child_support_01@jfs.ohio.gov