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United Way announces county-wide 2010-11 program grant allocations
(Canton, OH) Mar.11, 2010 –The United Way of Greater Stark County Board of Directors voted yesterday to approve investments into 99 health and human service programs through 39 ser
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COMPASS releases 2009 Stark County Community Indicators report
COMPASS releases 2009 Stark County Community Indicators report (Canton, OH) Feb. 22, 2010—COMPASS, the data center for United Way of Greater Stark County, has released a comprehensive ov
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United Way Gold Key service award nominations due Mar. 5
United Way Gold Key service award nominations due Mar. 5 (Canton, OH) Feb.17, 2010– Since 1961, United Way of Greater Stark County has recognized community leaders and volunteers for the
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United Way launches Stark County Saves Week through Sat., Feb. 6
(Canton, OH) Feb. 1, 2010—United Way of Greater Stark County’s Financial Stability Partnership kicks off tax season with Stark County Saves Week through Sat., Feb. 6. Stark County reside
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Health and Basic Needs

 

HEALTH & BASIC NEEDS – Working to ensure basic health care and disaster needs are met

United Way provides a safety net of community services that supports programs that provide families and individuals with food, shelter and clothing during crisis situations. Individuals with disabilities and seniors maximize their ability to live in safe environments with independence and dignity. And, Stark County residents have access to ongoing primary medical, dental, vision and mental health care.

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The Community Basic Needs Impact Council oversees program funding in three areas:

  • Emergency & Disaster Services
  • Seniors & Disabled
  • Access to Health Care