A practical referral guide for advocates serving adults age 18 and older in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Family and maternity programs are included for adult clients with dependents. Programs with a narrower age range are identified. An out-of-county treatment link is labeled when it matters.
Provider, government, and community webpages were reviewed for service descriptions, contact details, and published intake criteria. No provider was called, and bed availability, funding, and appointment capacity were not confirmed in real time.
Immediate danger
911
Life-threatening emergency. Do not wait for routine intake.
Behavioral health crisis
988
Call or text 988. FrontLine local crisis line: 216-623-6888.
Homeless shelter intake
216-674-6700
Coordinated Intake, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Phone only.
After hours
211
Evenings, weekends, and when the first referral cannot help.
Groceries: Parma, Lakewood, and kosher food
Groceries: Parma, Lakewood, and kosher food
Parma Hunger Center
Confirm before referralMonthly groceries for Parma residents. Call first; the page conflicts on appointments.
Service
Emergency groceries and hygiene items as available. 5280 Broadview Road, rear entrance on the Tuxedo side.
Eligibility
Parma residents meeting federal income guidelines. ID showing address requested. Monthly food assistance.
Intake
216-316-5772. Tuesday 2–4 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.–noon. Arrive at least 15 minutes before closing.
Confirm before you send someone
The same page says no appointment is needed and also says to call to register before every visit. Call first and ask about ID alternatives.
Lakewood Community Services Center grocery delivery
Twice-monthly grocery delivery for registered Lakewood households.
Service
Registered Lakewood households can receive grocery delivery twice monthly. Separate senior deliveries serve participating subsidized apartment buildings.
Eligibility
Home-delivery program is described for Lakewood residents. Other LCSC services also serve Rocky River and Westlake. Do not assume those cities qualify for this delivery route.
Intake
216-226-6466. Use the Home Delivery Application or request staff assistance. Office: 12900 Madison Avenue, Lakewood.
Confirm before you send someone
Confirm enrollment documents, income criteria, delivery days, building access, and someone to receive food. Call if the online form does not display.
Cleveland Kosher Food Pantry
Confirm before referralRegistered drive-through kosher groceries. Confirm the active pickup site.
Service
Kosher groceries through registered drive-through distributions, with separate deliveries to participating senior buildings.
Eligibility
Adults and households experiencing food insecurity. Ask about service area, financial criteria, and available delivery buildings.
Intake
216-382-7202. Register through the Services page. The site lists 2004 South Green Road. Confirm the current distribution address.
Confirm before you send someone
A future facility at 4090 Mayfield Road is announced, so verify the active pickup site. Ask about access without a car, current distribution dates, and dietary needs.