Welcome to Choices



Choices A Community Social Center
320 E. South St.
Akron, Ohio 44311

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    • Choices is a non-profit organization, with a 501(c) 3 classification in the state of Ohio. Choices receives the primary funding from the ADM Board. We may also receive donations of cash and/or products from a group, an individual or a foundation. A form can be obtained from the Choices office staff to receive a tax deduction for any donations received. The Board has the overall responsibility for the operation of Choices, but the day-to-day decisions are made by the Staff and membership. And a member -run Advisory Council handles any member infractions of the rules and regulations. Choices has been operational since October of 1992. The current Director, Sheila White, the Activity Aides, Office Personnel, and the rest of the Staff, strive continually to provide the most efficient and the best run facility of its kind for its members.

    Mission:

    To provide a Social, Recreational, Informational & Educational Center for adults who are receiving Mental Health Services in Summit Co.

    Goals:

    To reduce the stigma of Mental Illness
    To Provide Equipment and Exposure to various Recreational Activities
    To Provide a Center in which to Make a Positive Contribution to the Community.
    To give Mental Health Consumers in Summit County area a Quality Consumer run Program.

    Purpose

    To provide a Community-based Recreational Facility.
    To Enhance Individual Growth, by Providing the
    Opportunity for members to develop
    Healthy Leisure and Social skills.
    To Develop Planning Thinking and Working Skills
    (through Hobbies, Games, Crafts, community"Outings" and
    other Socially Developmental Opportunities).
    To Provide Equipment and Activities to
    Promote Good Physical Heath as well.