Referral Resources
Play Gap offers referrals to both national and local organizations and educational resources to assist in the areas of coaching, overall wellness, mental health, LGBTQIA education, job training, racial equity. and much more.
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Move United- adaptive sports and resources
Move United enables sports providers to deliver improved program services to their communities through our adaptive sport training opportunities.
Courage First Athlete Helpline
Courage First aims to assist and support athletes, parents, coaches, and sports communities who are concerned about emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Courage First’s team of athlete-centered counselors offer confidential support and resources through calls, text, and online chat.
Greater Cleveland Volunteers
Greater Cleveland Volunteers engages people in volunteer service to help address needs in our community. Our volunteers help at one-time, short-term, or ongoing assignments at local nonprofit organizations.
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center supports survivors of rape and sexual abuse, promotes healing and prevention and advocates for social change.
RISE
RISE a national nonprofit that educates and empowers the sports community to eliminate racial discrimination, champion social justice and improve race relations.
Equality Ohio
Equality Ohio identifies and transforms systems and institutions so LGBTQ+ Ohioans can fully access legal and lived equality.
211- Mental Health Line
If you need assistance locating long-term mental health resources, talking through a problem, or exploring mental health treatment options, call 211 to speak with a live person who can help.
Life After Sports Project
Created by the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports, the Life After Sports Project offers career advice and insight for current and former student athletes on managing the transition out of collegiate sports.
10 Policies for LGBTQ Inclusion
Want to make your athletic department more LGBTQ-inclusive? Here are the 10 policies, outlined by Athlete Ally, that every program should have.
Understanding Trauma’s Impact on Behavior
A Positive Coaching Alliance guide for coaches to understand how trauma and personal experiences may impact their players’ behavior on and off the field.
Defining Your Team Culture
An exercise from the Positive Coaching Alliance that is designed to help coaches think about the values they want as part of their team culture.
“Coaching Through a Gender Lens: Maximizing Girls’ Play and Potential”
A Women’s Sports Foundation study that examines the intersection of girls’ sports development with their “current day” experiences and the impact of coaches, through the voices of girls, their parents, and experts in girls’ development and sports.
Colors+ Youth Center
Colors+ offers counseling, support groups and social programming for LGBTQ+ youth and allies.
Adult Education- Wayne County Schools Career Center
To learn more about their many programs including workforce readiness, computer classes, and training in law enforcement, nurse aide, cosmetology, etc., visit their website or call (330) 669-7070.
Mental Health and Recovery Board- Trumbull County
Provides alcohol, drug, and mental health services to residents of Trumbull County. For emergency services, call (330) 675-2765 to reach their main office.
OutSupport
Promotes the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, non-conforming, fluid, and non-binary individuals as well as their family and friends through support, education and advocacy. Contact: (330) 461-5545
Medina County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Board
Assures the availability of high quality alcohol, drug addiction, and mental health services to all Medina County residents through planning, purchasing cost effective services to the extent resources are available, coordinating services, and evaluating these services. Main office: (330) 723-9642, Crisis hotline: (330) 725-9195
Lorain County Urban League
Programs aim to give underserved African Americans and other marginalized minorities the support they need to overcome the unfair obstacles presented to them in employment, entrepreneurship, housing, and education. Main office: (440) 323-3364
Adult Career Center- Lorain County
Offers career development programs for job entry and placement and educational courses to individual students. Call (440) 774-1051 to learn more about the services of the JVS Adult Career center.
NAACP of Lake County
Ensures the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and discrimination. Contact (440) 639-1008 to learn more about programs and how to become a member.
Lake County Crisis and Compass Support Line
For emergencies, the Crisis & Suicide Intervention Hotline is available 24/7 at 440-953-8255. For non-urgent needs, call (440) 350-2000, Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.- the Compass Line will connect you with a trained specialist – someone who can help you sort through your feelings, evaluate your options, and get you connected quickly and firmly with the right local resources.
OhioHOPES
Provides resources, a monitored helpline, and support in reporting crimes of elder abuse, neglect, fraud, and exploitation. Helpline: 1-800-411-2267
Work in Wayne
A collaborative effort of local business, educational, governmental, and social service organizations to better attract, retain and develop creative and talented people to help keep Wayne communities growing and businesses competitive. Main office: (330) 264-2411
Wayne County Racial Justice Coalition
Hosts various events, campaigns (e.g., public policy initiatives), and opportunities to get involved in making Wayne County a more equitable and inclusive place for its residents. Email waynecountyracialjustice@gmail.com to learn more.
OneEighty
An integrated health system operating multiple facilities and six major service programs: Addiction Services, Mental Health Services, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services, Rape Crisis Center, Housing and Supportive Services and Prevention and Education Services. Prior to contacting OneEighty, click here for important information you need to know as a new client. Main office (Wooster): (330) 264-3777
OhioMeansJobs Wayne County
Provides access to a variety of career services through partners, which includes, but not limited to career counseling, budgeting (financial literacy), digital job searching, interviewing, and employment opportunities. Main office: (330) 264-5060
Mental Health Recovery Board of Wayne and Holmes County
Provides leadership, support, and funding to community partners and agencies in the delivery of mental health and addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery services. CRISIS Hotline: (330) 264-9029, Wayne County office: (330) 264-2527
The Counseling Center of Wayne and Holmes Counties
Provides comprehensive and confidential mental health services in Wayne and Holmes Counties. Services are provided on a nondiscriminatory basis and can be arranged by calling any office location. A sliding fee scale is available. They accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurances. Main office: (330) 264-9029
YouthBuild Trumbull County
Community development program addressing housing, education, employment, and leadership development for low-income young people ages 16-24. In YouthBuild programs, participants work towards their GED or high school diploma, learn job skills, and serve their communities through building affordable housing. Contact: (330) 306-5007