Shepherd's Hand

The Shepherd’s Hand Inc. is an organization focused on helping people live life to the fullest through person-centered support. Its services are built around each individual’s dreams, goals, wants, and needs, with caring and competent staff working alongside participants to identify practical ways to achieve them.

The organization offers Adult Day Support in a safe, welcoming setting where participants can socialize, make friends, learn skills for greater independence, explore artistic interests, practice money, math, and reading skills, and develop pre-vocational abilities. Its Vocational Habilitation Program helps people explore interests, set goals, and strengthen skills to support greater independence and progress toward personal ambitions.

Homemaker and Personal Care Support assists with everyday needs, including doctor and dental appointments, grocery shopping, pharmacy visits, and banking. The Shepherd’s Hand also provides non-medical transportation Monday through Friday, helping people reach community jobs, day habilitation, and vocational training programs in Stark County and surrounding areas. Its approach emphasizes individualized goals and practical support across daily life, community participation, and vocational development.