Cuyahoga County provides emergency assistance for those in need of food, shelter, security, and more.
- Available 24 hours a day, every day
- Operators will discuss your options for emergency housing, food, income assistance, utility assistance and more
- Operators will work with you to make sure you get what you need
Related Services
If you have a problem with utility bills these programs may be able to help.
Emergency (Expedited) Food Assistance
Cuyahoga County residents may be eligible for a faster decision on food assistance applications if they meet certain criteria.
Emergency shelter for homeless persons in Cuyahoga County.
Additional Resources
An interactive map showing a food pantry or hot meal site near you.
Get Help (Greater Cleveland Food Bank)
Assistance in finding food is offered on the Greater Cleveland Food Bank's site.
Immediate Emergencies
If you’re experiencing an emergency that requires police, fire department, or ambulance services please dial 911.
Assistance and Reporting
For immediate assistance dial 211.
To report abuse or neglect of children, call 216-696-KIDS.
To report abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of older adults and adults with disabilities, call 216-420-6700.
Domestic violence victims, call 216-391-HELP.
Bellfaire Youth Hotline: 24-7 Homeless and missing youth hotline, call 216-570-8010.