Community Support Services

12/23/2025

Thank you to the grade-school "elves" who donated 300 greeting cards for our clients - with their own messages and artwork! These personal touches add a bright spot to our clients' holidays. Thank you for being so thoughtful!

12/23/2025

The holiday season can bring complicated emotions, especially for those who are dealing with mental health challenges and those grieving a loss. No matter the situation, remember to be gentle with yourself. Self-care is the best gift you can give yourself this holiday season!

Between busier schedules, elaborate meals, family dynamics, and shorter days, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Our experts share simple tips on how to balance mental and physical health during the holidays.

12/22/2025

We are so proud of Julian for branching out with his art! His artistic creations have been featured in our Art of Recovery event for the past few years, and we're excited to see him sharing his art more widely. Way to go!

12/22/2025

Our offices will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 24, and Thursday, Dec. 25, for Christmas. We wish everyone a warm, safe holiday!

12/19/2025

Congratulations to Michael Gaffney, CSS Director of Marketing and Development, on his retirement at the end of the month!

Our Board of Directors and Executive Council honored him during their meeting this week, praising him on his 15 years of dedication to CSS - seven in his marketing and development role and eight as a board member - and wishing him well on his adventures in retirement.

One of the last things Michael gets to do is to play Santa, dropping off gifts for our clients in residential treatment. Gifts were provided by staff and board members, but Michael always gets the fun of delivering them.

Thank you, Michael, for your years of commitment and dedication to supporting CSS, uplifting our clients and embracing recovery in our community! We wish you the best in retirement!

12/17/2025

The Akron Emergency Overnight Warming Center at 111 E. Voris St. will be open this weekend, Friday through Sunday (Dec. 19-21). The hours are 7 p.m. to 8 a.m.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR STAFFING! No experience is necessary; training is provided. To view open shifts and sign up, visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A4A72DA4FCC52-53819516-akron #/

12/15/2025

Another fantastic holiday event! Our residential staff provided a delicious, home-cooked holiday meal for clients residing at our Stoney Pointe supportive housing facility. The staff takes pride in cooking for this annual event, giving the clients a meal they look forward to.

12/12/2025

The City of Akron will extend hours at Summit Lake Community Center (380 W Crosier St.) on Sunday, Dec. 14 and Monday, Dec. 15 to provide a warming center for residents in need. Summit Lake Community Center will be open between 8am and 10pm those days. All other City of Akron community centers will be closed on Sunday and open during their normal business hours Monday.

The Akron Emergency Overnight Warming Center located at 111 East Voris St. will be open from 7pm to 8am on Fri. Dec. 12, Sat. Dec. 13, Sun. Dec. 14., and Mon. Dec. 15. For the most up to date information, sign up for alerts here: https://bit.ly/3qrbIao

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4aHlOLO

12/12/2025

Update! The Akron Emergency Overnight Warming Center at 111 E. Voris St. has added another night and now will be open nightly tonight (Fri., Dec. 12) through Monday, Dec. 15. Check for updates or sign up to volunteer or donate at https://www.akronemergencyshelter.org/.

12/11/2025

Our phone system is back up! Thanks for your patience.

12/09/2025

Shoutout to our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team for throwing a holiday party for our ACT clients at Summit Lake Community Center! Attendees were treated to pizza, drinks, cookies, candy, activities, small gifts and a performance by the Akron Freedom Recovery Choir.

Thank you, team, for sharing cheer with clients who otherwise may not have a holiday event to attend this season.

12/08/2025

The Akron Emergency Overnight Warming Center at 111 E. Voris St., Akron, is open on nights when temperatures are 25 degrees and below.

Free shelter, food and clothing are available for those in need. Guest hours are 7 p.m. to 8 a.m. Check for updates at https://www.akronemergencyshelter.org.