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Conneaut Human Resources Center

Formed in 1978, the Conneaut Human Resources Center is a nonprofit corporation operated by a volunteer Board of Directors and managed by an Executive Director.

In 1985, through the funds that were granted by the Civic Development Corporation of Ashtabula County, the Conneaut Human Resources Center was able to move its operations from a home on Broad Street to a facility that was formerly a grocery store. This 20,000 square foot location on Mill Street is home to programs, agencies and organizations that are designed to help improve the quality of life.

The Conneaut Human Resources Center is dedicated to making human social services more available to the community by defining needs and providing programs and access to information to the over 2,000 individuals who utilize our facility each month.

The Conneaut Human Resources Center and its partner agencies provide basic human services in a wide variety of critical areas all under one roof for individuals of all ages. Our Food Pantry, Seniors Together, Right Track, Information and referral programs, as well as our partnering agencies, strive to provide assistance and hope for those in need. The Conneaut Human Resources Center is truly the one stop center for the human services within our community.

CHRC Board of Directors

President: Vincent T. Gildone

Vice President: Tim Settles

Secretary: Debbie Tisdale

Treasurer: Linda Hall

Members-At-Large: Jennifer Cleveland, Sharen DeNunzio, Regina Elam, Stephanie Furlow-Thompson, Patricia Hahn, Rick Naylor, Lonni Taylor, Rosanna Toikkanen
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Community Needs Assessment Survey

Coming soon.
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Food Pantry

Director – Sheila Steele

Pantry Assistant – Marilyn Taylor

Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-2:00pm; Friday 9:00am-12:00pm

Please call (440) 593-5273 ext. 300 to schedule an appointment.

For EVERY appointment, you MUST bring your photo ID. If your address is incorrect on your ID, you must bring proof of residency which can be a current gas, electric or water bill.

We provide approximately 3 days worth of food, 3 meals per day, determined by the size of the family. Food provided may consist of shelf stable items, frozen meat, fresh produce, eggs and cheese.

The program serves 300 – 400 people each month. These numbers include families with children, senior citizens and single individuals. The service area includes Conneaut, Kingsville, N. Kingsville, Monroe, Pierpont and Sheffield.

Additional programs under the Food Pantry include: Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) for senior citizens age 60+, Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) for children through age 18, and Mobile Pantry (Produce Day).

Funded in part by United Way, local churches, area businesses, private donations and fundraisers.

Food donations may be dropped off at the Conneaut Human Resources Center from 9:00am-3:00pm Monday through Thursday and 9:00am- 1:00pm on Friday.

Monetary donations can be dropped off at the Conneaut Human Resources Center or mailed to the center at 327 Mill St. Conneaut, OH 44030. Please make checks are payable to Conneaut Food Pantry.

For more information about the Food Pantry and it’s services, please call (440) 593-5273 ext. 308.
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HALO (Holiday Angels Loving Others)

This is a special outreach program coordinated by Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County as a collaborative effort among several Ashtabula County agencies and individuals, including Community Action, Head Start, Salvation Army, Ashtabula Senior Center, The Star Beacon, Leadership Ashtabula County, Conneaut Human Resources Center and Jefferson Coordinators Jack & Mary Howe.

The purpose of HALO is to assist the needy during the holiday season by providing food and toys.

Eligibility is based upon income status and need. Individuals and families who fall at or below 133% of the federal poverty guidelines will qualify for assistance.

There are three ways to help HALO:  Adopt a family, donate, or volunteer.

Applications are on-line this year. To fill out an application, go to https://fs10.formsite.com/XhJosz/v6kr2pvonf/index.html

For more information contact Catholic Charities at (440) 992-2121.
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Produce Day

The Mobile Pantry Program (Produce Day) is a special outreach program coordinated by the Cleveland Food Bank and the Conneaut Human Resources Center providing fresh produce, breads, and other items to the local community and surrounding areas.

All individuals must be signed up for the program (can be done the day of the distribution) and MUST show a valid photo ID to receive food.

This program is held at the Conneaut Human Resources Center on the 1st Monday each month from 10:00am until noon, unless otherwise posted.

Volunteers are welcome.  Please contact the front office at (440) 593-5273 ext 300 for more information.
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Seniors Together

Director- JoAnn Cole

Assistant – Sandy Cebasek

The Senior Center provides an excellent opportunity for socialization in a variety of programs and activities. They are a gathering place for area seniors 55+ who offer a diverse mix of backgrounds and culture. Some activities include BINGO, crafts, picnic outings, birthday celebrations, specialty speakers and much, much more.

They also have senior meals at 11:30. They must have at least two days notice so that they can be sure to have enough for everyone.

If you have any questions, please contact JoAnn or Sandy at (440) 593-5273, ext. 310.
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Right Track

Director – Joanie Norton

The Right Track Program follows a basic schedule that includes physical activity, healthy snacks, homework help, self-esteem building, group discussion, craft activity and cooperative game time during the school year. This program serves students in the Conneaut Area City Schools (CACS) grades 2 through 5 and students are transported here after school Monday through Thursday. Right Track fol­lows the CACS schedule.

Physical time allows children time to explore sportsmanship through team play while increasing endurance and strength.

During homework time, lessons are reviewed with one-on-one assistance and small group in­struction with the aid of volunteers. Reading and Math Intervention Programs are offered with certified teachers providing the assistance from the Conneaut Area City Schools.

The sharing library is an ever-growing program and allows literature to be available to Right Track students.

Anger management, conflict resolution, anti-bullying and life skills are developed through cooperative games, role play and discussion. Many subjects are examined with the children such as diversity, respect, tolerance and how to build friendships.

Music, creative arts, library time and guest speakers enhance their knowledge throughout the year as a springboard to providing quality education experience.

Summer Right Track is offered for six weeks and provides a fun atmosphere of continued learning along with field trips.

For questions, please call (440) 593-5273, ext. 305.

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Conneaut Health Department

Hours of Operation M-Th, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (closed from 12:00- 1:00); F- 8:30 am – noon

Registrar/Clerks hours 9-12 and 1-3 pm.

Sanitarian Hours Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

Nichele Blood – Health Commissioner

Wendy Julio – Registrar/Clerk

Conneaut Health Department’s phone number is (440) 593-3087.
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WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

WIC is at the CHRC every Monday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm (unless otherwise stated or Conneaut Human Resource Center is closed). To make an appointment, call (440) 998-7515.
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Salvation Army

Utility help is available by calling (440) 855-7043 and setting up an appointment. You must bring with you proof of residency, proof of income, and the utility bills that you need help with.

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ASPIRE Classes (GED)

Program Manager – Jenna Call

ASPIRE classes are located at ATECH. Classes are no cost. For more information please contact Jenna Call at (440) 576-5599 or by emailing jenna.call@atech.edu.

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Signature Health

SIGNATURE HEALTH now offers outpatient behavioral health services at their Conneaut location here at the Center. Individual/family mental health and/or chemical dependency counseling, and case management are provided for all ages. Adults can receive psychiatric evaluations and medication management. To become a patient of Signature Health please call their Ashtabula office at (440) 992-8552 to schedule an intake appointment at CHRC. Additional services are available at their Ashtabula location 4726 Main Avenue. For more information go to www.signaturehealthinc.org

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Community Action/Meals on Wheels/Senior Lunch Program

For Meals on Wheels information or to sign up, please call Ashtabula Community Action Agency at (440) 998-3244.

For Senior Lunch Program information or to sign up, please contact JoAnn Cole at (440) 593-5273 ext 310.

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Other Programs

SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM is a program for children through age 18 that provides free lunches. The 2024 summer lunch program will run from Monday, June 10th to Thursday, August 1st (closed during federal holidays), from 11:30am- 12:30pm. Lunch will be served at the Conneaut Human Resources Center. Lunch MUST be consumed on location – food cannot go home. For questions, please call (440) 593-5273 ext 300.

COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM (CSFP) is a program for senior citizens age 60+. This program provides a box of non-perishable food and a block of cheese on a monthly basis.

In order to participate in this program, individuals must first fill out an application and be approved by the Food Pantry director. Approval is based on age, residency and income.

Stop by the Conneaut Human Resources Center to pick up an application. Applications can be turned in at the CHRC in person. You MUST have a CURRENT photo ID with you when you apply.

Call (440) 593-5273 ext. 308 for more information.

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