COVID-19

Update on COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus)

Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities’ primary concern during this time is working to maintain the health and safety of our members, our employees, and our community. Our leadership is continually evaluating information and guidance from Ohio Department of Aging (ODA), Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM), Ohio Department of Health (ODH), and local authorities.  We are working to adjust our processes to meet the demands of addressing COVID-19 spread.  Currently, programs and services are not being significantly impacted.

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Vaccine Information
*Please note that distribution of the Johnson & Johnson Janssen COVID-19 vaccine has resumed. Click here for more information about any rare side effects from this vaccine

• COVID-19 by County (CDC)
• Vaccine Information
• Booster Information (CDC)
• Booster Information Portage County (Pfizer)
• Booster Information Stark County (Pfizer)
• Booster Information Summit County (Pfizer)
• Booster Information Wayne County (Pfizer)
• Vaccine FAQs
• Vaccine Communications Toolkit (Nepali Translation)
• Vaccine Provider Location
• Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services COVID-19 Vaccine Resources 
• Vaccination Scheduling Tool
• COVID-19 Data and Vaccination Tracker 

Free Testing Kits

• 4 Free COVID-19 At-Home Testing Kits
• COVID-19 Test Scams and How to Order Safe At-Home Test Kits

COVID-19 Resource Guide (2021)

• COVID-19 Resource Guide

Financial 

• Nursing Home Residents, Medicaid, and Stimulus Checks: What You Need to Know
• Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) and Stimulus Checks: What You Need to Know
• Economic Resources
• Scams and Avoidance
• FEMA Assistance for Funeral Expenses 

Food

• Congregate Meal Sites and Senior Centers

Food: Restaurant Initiative

• Currently we have distributed all available vouchers. 

Caregiver

• Caregiver Resources
• Caregiver Resources for COVID-19

Safety

• Avoiding COVID-19 Scams
• Everything you need to know about COVID-19 masks

Housing

• Assistance with Housing Issues
• Pet Assistance

Mental Health

• Mental Health Resources
• Staying Connected Services

This content is for general information purposes only and is derived from the source cited. It does not represent the opinion, legal, or any other, advice of Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging. It may not be the most up-to-date information. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents provided is hereby expressly disclaimed.