Parma

Local offices in Parma

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Local office · Nonprofit

  United Way 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find local help with urgent needs and other challenges.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwaycleveland.org

• Human services · City office

  Economic Development & Community Services

  Help here

  • Resident assistanceThe city lists help for eligible residents facing eviction, utility shutoff, or foreclosure after a no-fault loss of household income.
  • Home improvement assistanceEligible homeowners can apply for city grants to help pay for certain home repairs.
  • Help for older or disabled residentsThe city offers eligible older or disabled residents help with grass cutting, snow removal, and furnace inspections.
  Call 216-661-7372Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofparma-oh.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  North Coast Housing Connections

  1440 Rockside Road, Suite 306, Parma, OH 44134

  Help here

  • Rental assistanceThe agency manages rental assistance programs for eligible households.
  Call 216-661-2015DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofparma-oh.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Service Department

  Help here

  • Water and sewer service informationContact the department for information about water and sewer service, rubbish removal, recycling, or street light problems.
  Call 440-885-8186Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofparma-oh.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Donna Smallwood Activities Center 55+

  Help here

  • Activities and meals for older adultsParma area residents age 55 and older can take part in programs and arrange meals at the center.
  • Transportation to local appointmentsOlder adults can call to request rides to the center, medical appointments, or pharmacies in Parma.
  Call 440-885-8800Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofparma-oh.gov

• Local office · City office

  City Hall and Resident Contact

  6611 Ridge Road, Parma, OH 44129

  Help here

  • City information and resident concernsCall City Hall for help finding a city department or reporting a concern.
  Call 440-885-8000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofparma-oh.gov

• Library · County office

  Cuyahoga County Public Library, Parma-Snow Branch

  2121 Snow Road, Parma, OH 44134

  Help here

  • Library services and programsResidents can visit the branch to use library services, attend programs, or access public computers.
  Call 216-661-4240DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cuyahogalibrary.org

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Parks & Recreation

  7335 Ridge Road, Parma, OH 44129

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and parksResidents can find city recreation programs, activities, parks, and events through the department.
  Call 440-885-8144DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofparma-oh.gov

City of Parma website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Parma

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Cuyahoga County

Parma is in Cuyahoga County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Cuyahoga Job and Family Services

  1641 Payne Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114

  Help here

  • Public benefitsApply for or get help with food, cash, medical, child care, and utility benefits.Apply online
  • Family servicesGet information about child care help and other family services.
  Call 216-987-7000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.cuyahogacounty.gov

• Child support · County office

  Office of Child Support Services

  1640 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114

  Help here

  • Child support servicesApply for or manage child support, establish parentage, or request a change to an order.Apply online
  Call 216-443-5100DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.cuyahogacounty.gov

• Housing help · County office

  Cuyahoga County Housing and Community Development

  2079 East Ninth Street, 7th Floor, Room 5-210, Cleveland, OH 44115

  Help here

  • Housing programsFind county housing programs and information about home repair and housing assistance.
  Call 216-443-7260DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cuyahogacounty.gov

• Housing help · County office

  Cuyahoga County Office of Homeless Services

  310 West Lakeside Avenue, Suite 595, Cleveland, OH 44113

  Help here

  • Homelessness assistanceFind information about emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, and housing support.
  Call 216-420-6844DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.cuyahogacounty.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga County

  2012 West 25th Street, 6th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44113

  Help here

  • Mental health and addiction service referralsCall for help finding mental health and addiction treatment and recovery services.Read more
  Call 216-241-3400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on adamhscc.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Court Help Center

  1 Lakeside Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44113

  Help here

  • Court help centerGet information and help with family court procedures and resources.
  Call 216-443-8880DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on domestic.cuyahogacounty.gov

Everything in Cuyahoga County

Ohio programs by kind of help

These are run by Ohio and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026