Contact Us

For general inquiries, contact us using the address and phone below, or fill out our form:

Summit County Children Services

264 S. Arlington St.
Akron, OH 44306
Phone: 330.379.9094
Fax: 330.379.1901
Hearing Impaired: ORS 7-1-1

For information on how to be a foster parent, please call 330-379-1990 or visit foster.summitkids.org

Office of Client Rights

SCCS offers nondiscriminatory programs and services, complying with civil rights laws. They provide interpreters and accommodations for individuals with vision/hearing impairments and Limited English Proficiency. Client Rights services are available for the community, including clients, relatives, and professionals to voice concerns about agency services. The Office of Client Rights can be contacted at (330) 379-2087.

If you have concerns about SCCS services or false abuse reports, first contact the assigned caseworker and their supervisor. If unresolved, reach out to the Department Director. For assistance, the Clients Right Officer can help navigate the process. If issues persist, SCCS offers a formal grievance process with procedures and forms available at SCCS or upon request from the Client Rights Officer.