Helpful RESOURCES
Reaching your educational goals is an exciting journey, and we’re here to help every step of the way. From choosing the right classes to finding scholarships, our online guide offers resources to support you from high school to college graduation.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Your journey doesn’t stop when school ends—it’s just beginning. We’ve put together a thoughtful collection of resources to help you navigate important steps like career planning, skill development, and lifelong learning. Let us support you as you map out your path to success.
CAREER RESOURCES
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. We’ve gathered compassionate resources to provide guidance for those dealing with eating disorders, domestic violence, assault, or suicidal thoughts. These free, confidential services are available to support you whenever you need it most.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Academic SUPPORT RESOURCES
Testing Information
PowerScore
Sign up for interactive classroom learning or one-on-one private tutoring and prepare in person or online for the LSAT, GMAT, GRE, SAT, or ACT.
Hours of instruction videos, and interactive study module and access to expert mentors for free.
With Chegg Test Prep, students can get instant access to hundreds of expert SAT, ACT, and GRE test prep guides.
SAT Test Prep: http://www.chegg.com/test-prep/sat
ACT Test Prep: http://www.chegg.com/test-prep/act
Pacific Medical Training: Preparing for the MCAT
Successfully completing the Medical College Admission Test, commonly called the MCAT, is a crucial step for students who planning a career as a health care professional.
Financial Aid
Having the necessary funds for classes can feel overwhelming, but there are many resources available to help you on your educational journey. Scholarships, grants, and student loans can ease the financial burden and make your dreams more attainable.
We’ve compiled a list of helpful websites to guide you in creating your funding plan. Don’t forget to connect with your university for additional support and assistance in setting up a payment plan that works for you.
Career RESOURCES
Career Development
National Career Development Association
The National Career Development Association (NCDA) provides professional development, publications, standards, and advocacy to practitioners and educators who inspire and empower individuals to achieve their career and life goals.
Coursera is an education platform that partners with top universities and organizations worldwide, to offer courses online for anyone to take for free.
Career Planning
CareerPlanner.com is a company whose sole mission is to help people find their true purpose in life and to build more fulfilling and rewarding careers. They provide online career testing, as well as free career and "Right Path" information to help individuals discover their true purpose in life and their ideal career.
With so many career possibilities available, it's hard to narrow down what you want to be. Use our free tools to learn about different professions and how to achieve the right career path.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT RESOURCES
MENTAL HEALTH
Cuyahoga County
Applewood Centers
A non-profit agency providing behavioral health care to youth, including: counseling, residential treatment, school-based counseling, and group therapy. Also offers foster care and adoption services.
(216) 696-5800
10427 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102
Connections
Provides case management and therapy to adults, adolescents, and children struggling with severe mental illness. Also offers housing services, a medical clinic, and pharmacy services.
(216) 831-6466
24200 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122
Far West Center
A counseling facility for adults and adolescents. Offers various programs for employment-seekers, mothers, and families.
(440) 835-6212
29133 Health Campus Dr., Westlake, Ohio 44145
Catholic Charities
A faith-based social services agency providing mental health and addiction treatment services for all ages. Also offers bi-lingual services.
Several locations exist throughout Cuyahoga County. Please call (216) 334-2900 to find the office nearest you.
Beech Brook
Has served children and youth for 164 years by providing family and school-based services, counseling, and adoption/foster care services.
(216) 831-2255
3737 Lander Rd., Cleveland, OH 44124
Free Medical Clinic of Greater Cleveland
Provides mental health counseling for adults, intensive outpatient programs for addictions, and project DAWN - an overdose prevention/education program.
To schedule counseling: (216) 707-3500 ext. 1626
To schedule addiction treatment: (216) 707-3500 ext. 1709
12201 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106
Frontline
Provides emergency crisis intervention via hotline and online chat. Also offers trauma recovery programs, including "Children Who Witness Violence."
Hotline: (216) 623-6888
Office: (216) 623-6555
1744 Payne Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114
Jewish Family Services Association
Provides a variety of social services to the Jewish community including: employment support, individual mental health therapy, residential mental health treatment, family services, and various education and prevention programs.
The Drost Family Center:
(216) 292-3999
24075 Commerce Park Rd, Beachwood, Ohio 44122
May Dugan Center
Offers a wide range of social services, including individual counseling. Walk-In Intakes are accepted every Monday. Tuesday, and Thursday beginning at 10:00 AM and Wednesday at 5:00 PM.
(216) 631-5800
4115 Bridge Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
Life Exchange Center
An empowering, peer-run organization providing day activities and advocacy for those struggling with mental health concerns.
(216) 752-1269
13407 Kinsman Ave., Cleveland, OH 44120
Moore Counseling
Offers individual therapy, anger management programs, addiction treatment, workshops, and mediation services.
(866) 340-MCMS
4600 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland, OH 44117
Offers emergent and non-emergent psychiatric care, as well as various physical health services.
(800) 554-5251
Call for your closest location.
NAMI of Greater Cleveland
Provides various mental health support groups, community outreach and education, advocacy, and referrals to various community resources.
Office: (216) 875-0266
Crisis Hotline: (216) 623-6888
2012 West 25th St. Suite #600, Cleveland, OH 44113
Murtis Taylor
Provides mental health services in addition to: child care and education, addiction treatment services, family case management, and other various social service programs.
(216) 283-4400
13422 Kinsman Rd., Cleveland, OH 44120
St. Vincent Charity Medical Center
Provides various physical health services, as well as addiction services, and inpatient and outpatient mental health services.
(216) 861-3550
2351 East 22nd St., Cleveland, OH 44115
New Directions
Provides inpatient and outpatient treatment for both mental health and addiction treatment, as well as family counseling.
(216) 591-0324
30800 Chagrin Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44124
Ohio Guidestone
Provides residential treatment for children and adolescents, parenting and family services and education, outpatient counseling, and more.
(440) 234-2006
434 Eastland Rd., Berea, OH 44017
Hopewell
An inpatient mental health facility, providing holistic care to all residents. Also provides a transitional program, Club Hope, and Lyman House, an adult family home.
(440) 426-2002
9637 State Route 534, Middlefield, OH 44062
Summit County
Robyn C. Hill Counseling & Professional Development Services
(African American Owned-Spiritually Based)
Provides confidential and professional services to assist you in improving your quality of health. Offers individual counseling and group exercises for adults and adolescents seeking discreet, professional and confidential discussions.
Office: (216) 916-9337
Schedule Appointments: (216) 242-6017 ext. 102
21515 Chagrin Blvd. Suite 203, Beachwood, Ohio 44122
Minority Behavioral Health Group
Minority Behavioral Health Group (MBHG) consists of psychologists, counselors, CPST providers and pastors committed to providing culturally appropriate and comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and families.
Office: (330) 374-1199
Fax: (330) 374-0151
1293 Copley Road, Akron, Ohio 44320
(African American Owned-Spiritually Based)
At Hope Behavioral Health, we offer culturally competent and spiritually sensitive services that provide hope, emotional healing, and positive change that improves lives and strengthens families.
1-800-642-4560
24100 Chagrin Blvd. Suite 330, Beachwood, Ohio 44122
(Satellite locations in Solon, Canton, and North Olmsted)
Restoring Hope Counseling Services LLC
(African American Owned-Spiritually Based)
We offer tools to assist you in gaining the ability to thrive. Restoring Hope Counseling Services LLC is committed to providing quality mental health services in a friendly welcoming environment.
Office: (330) 861-2444
Fax: (330) 453-7216
Main Office:1435 Market Ave., North Canton, OH 44714
ADDICTION SUPPORT
National Eating Disorders Association
A confidential information and referral helpline for individuals who are struggling with an eating disorder or know someone who is.
1-800-931-2237
Hours are Monday-Friday (9am-5 pm EST)
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, Inc.
This helpline gives referrals to treatment professionals, treatment centers, hospitals, and residential programs.
(630)-577-1330
Hours are Monday-Friday (9am-5pm CT)
DrugRehab.com is a web resource provided by Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS). ARS is an integrated behavioral health care management organization dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues.
855-520-2898
DrugAbuse.com
Each year, the DrugAbuse.com hotline connects thousands of people with substance abuse treatment programs throughout the U.S. toll-free.
1-877-959-7812
24/7 availability of sponsors
Asking for help when it comes to addiction or mental health issues is never an easy task, nor is navigating the realm of treatment options. Treatment4Addiction.com (T4A) can be your guide assisting in the sometimes complicated mission of seeking out help for you or someone that you love currently struggling with substance abuse or serious to moderate psychological conditions.
888-480-1703
Women's Recovery Center
Provides various addiction treatment centers for women, including intensive outpatient therapy (IOP), relapse prevention and aftercare, parenting classes, public transportation vouchers, a clothing closet, and computer lab.
6209 Storer Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102
(216) 651-1450
ORCA House
A residential treatment facility for men and women. Intensive outpatient therapy (IOP) and aftercare also offered.
1905 East 89th St., Cleveland, OH 44106
(216) 231-3772
Scarborough House
Sober living home. Call for more information:
(216) 781-5538
Salvation Army Harbour Lights Complex
Provides both inpatient and outpatient treatment for addiction, detox services, addiction education, anger management programs, money management education, and life skills education.
1710 Prospect Ave. East, Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 781-3773
Stella Maris
Offers intensive outpatient therapy (IOP), detox services, various support groups including NA and AA, and a sober living environment for men.
1302 Washington Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 781-0550
Recovery Resources
Offers addiction counseling, mental health counseling, addiction and HIV/AIDS prevention, housing and employment services, and re-entry services following incarceration.
3950 Chester Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114
Office: (216) 431-4131
Warmline: (440) 886-5950 (operational every day, 9 AM - 1 PM)
Northern Ohio Recovery Association (NORA)
A treatment facility providing inpatient and outpatient treatment for women (including a halfway home), intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) for adolescents, and E-counseling.
3746 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 391-6672 (NORA)
Hitchcock Center for Women
A recovery center for women providing intensive outpatient therapy (IOP), residential treatment, sober living, drop-in services where one can shower and obtain clean clothing, aftercare, and a driver intervention program.
1227 Ansel Rd, Cleveland, OH 44108
(216) 421-0662
Support for Sexual Assault
Rape Crisis Center of Medina and Summit Counties
The Rape Crisis Center of Medina and Summit Counties is committed to ending sexual violence through education and awareness, and to empower, support and advocate for all those affected by this crime.
24-hour crisis hotline:
Local - 330.434.7273
Toll free - 877.906.7273
National Sexual Violence Resource Center
The NSVRC’s Mission is to provide leadership in preventing and responding to sexual violence through collaboration, sharing and creating resources, and promoting research.
The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization, RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,100 local rape crisis centers across the country.
800.656.HOPE
Support for Domestic Violence
National Dating Abuse Help Line
The National Dating Abuse Helpline promotes healthy and safe relationships in teens and young adults, peer advocates (ages 16-25) are available to talk 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
1-866-331-9474 (1-866-331-8453 TTY),
Text “loveis” to 77054
Battered Women's Shelter of Summit and Medina Counties
The mission of the Battered Women’s Shelter is to lead the community in the prevention of domestic abuse by providing emergency shelter, advocacy and education throughout Summit and Medina Counties, all in an effort to break the cycle of abuse and help promote peace in every family.
24-HOUR CONFIDENTIAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
Summit County Hotline (330) 374-1111
Summit County Toll Free Hotline (888) 395-4357
Medina County Hotline (330) 723-3900
Medina County Toll Free Hotline (877) 414-1344
Support for Suicide Prevention
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The toll-free call goes to the nearest crisis center in our national network. These centers provide 24-hour crisis counseling and mental health referrals.
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Alive On Purpose is a non-profit movement that is dedicated to the promotion of life by finding help for people struggling with depression, trauma, and suicide.
3705 Lee Road, Unit 2E, Shaker Heights, Ohio 44120
Support for Mothers
The Pregnancy Center is a one-stop pregnancy resource and crisis intervention center for those concerned about their expected or unexpected pregnancy.
5982 Rhodes Rd, Kent, OH 44240
(330) 676-6842