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Cuyahoga Job and Family Services Provides Emergency Assistance to Affected Families

05/07/20, 12:05 PM
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has provided Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funding to Cuyahoga County for distribution through the Cuyahoga Job and Family Services (CJFS) Prevention, Retention, and Contingency (PRC) program. The funding is designated for TANF eligible families affected by COVID-19.
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Cuyahoga Job and Family Services continues to serve county residents during pandemic

05/07/20, 11:57 AM
The staff at Cuyahoga Job and Family Services continues to work to make sure residents eligible for Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and other cash benefits, are getting the help they need during this time. Our service delivery methods have changed with most of our workforce working from home, but we remain ready to assist.
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Invest in Children's Early Childhood System Transforms into a Virtual System

05/07/20, 11:48 AM
Parents are a young child’s first and most important teachers. For the foreseeable future, many will be their child’s only teacher. Invest in Children, Cuyahoga County’s public/private partnership that mobilizes resources and research to promote the well-being of young children is aware that parents need support now more than ever. We have been working with our provider partners to adjust how that support is delivered. Here are some examples of recent changes and new resources -- with more to be announced in the coming weeks.
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Generations of Compassionate Social Workers Strengthen Cuyahoga County

05/07/20, 11:34 AM
The month of March is nationally recognized as Social Work Month, and that moniker seems particularly fitting in light of current affairs. Concern over coronavirus has closed schools, halted gatherings, and even shuttered churches, bars and restaurants. While many people are staying inside or working from home, hundreds of Cuyahoga County social service workers are still on the job, making sure clients and the community get the help they need in this time of crisis.
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Generations of compassionate social workers strengthen Cuyahoga County

03/04/20, 10:05 AM
As we mark the beginning of Social Work Month, we reflect upon the thousands of passionate individuals who have dedicated their lives’ work to uplifting those in need. Through the years, social work has called these strong spirits to motivate people to live to their fullest potential. This month, we salute the contributions of social workers who have been shaping our society for the better for generations.
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This Valentine’s Day, Consider Making Room in Your Heart for a Child in Need

03/04/20, 09:54 AM
Cuyahoga County currently has more than 2,900 children in our care—more than we’ve had in years. Most will be in our custody temporarily while their parents or guardians work to resolve issues; some need a forever family. Whether temporary or permanent, each of these 2,900 children need a safe, stable, and loving place to call home. Finding those homes requires normal, everyday people deciding to make room in their hearts for a child who needs help.
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The Importance of Mental Wellness

03/04/20, 09:52 AM
At the start of a new year, one of the best resolutions we can all make is to take better care of ourselves. A good place to start is by checking up on our own mental wellness. Mental wellness is about more than just the absence of mental illness—it’s our ability to cope with the stresses of life in a way that allows us to stay productive and positive.
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Serving Children and Families Affected by Child Abuse: Canopy Child Advocacy Center Works in Partnership with County Agencies

12/10/19, 01:55 PM
Canopy is a one-stop location where children and families impacted by child abuse can get a full range of services in a child-friendly and trauma-informed setting. Within its first year, Canopy has served over 722 children and their families who have been impacted by child abuse.
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Be Care Curious

12/10/19, 01:54 PM
Are you a family member caring for an older adult? Caring for our families is one of the most important jobs we will ever do. Oftentimes, caregivers may feel isolated or unsure of what to do to better care for their loved one. Approaching caregiving with a sense of curiosity can help break down those barriers and lead to better care.
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The Cuyahoga County Division of Senior and Adult Services is Committed to Keeping Seniors Safe

12/10/19, 01:53 PM
Keeping seniors safe is crucial to the mission of the Division of Senior and Adult Services. In fact, we are the only agency that provides Adult Protective Services in Cuyahoga County. We investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, self-neglect and exploitation and take protective measures for adults age 60 and older when they are facing a threat to their safety.
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