Aging is an Art Form Senior Prom

 It's here - our first ever Senior Prom! June 12, 20254:00pm-7:45pmVenue Banquet Center (10 Tallmadge Circle, Tallmadge)FREE to attend The Direction Home Akron Canton Foundation is…
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Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors

Direction Home is proud to announce that we have significantly raised our sponsorship support in 2024, contributing to our highest Foundation Raffle fundraising campaign yet, raising over $200,000!…
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2024 Awards Ceremony

Every year, Direction Home Akron Canton honors those who represent what is best in our community. The Senior Hall of Fame, Home Health Aide Hall of Fame, the Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency…
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ARPA/Healthy Aging Grants- Success Stories in 2024

ARPA/Healthy Aging Grants- Success Stories in 2024 Thanks to ARPA and Healthy Aging grants, Direction Home was able to significantly increase services provided to individuals in 2024. Various…
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2024 Foundation Raffle Campaign Results

Foundation Raffle Campaign ResultsDirection Home Akron Canton Foundation is proud to announce the conclusion of its annual raffle campaign, earning $186,539 and exceeding 2024's $185,000 goal! 100%…
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Aging in Place- Fall 2024 Updates

What is Aging in Place? Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and County Council passed legislation to provide a $4 million grant to Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and…
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Senior Substance Help Website Now Available

Are you an older adult, caregiver, or professional that needs help with local substance use resources and education? Visit our new Opioid and Substance Use website for facts, general resources and…
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Aging In Place MHM Providers Needed

We are looking for minor home modification professionals for our Aging in Place Program! Walk-in showers, roofs, water proofing, ramps, stair glides, handrails, HVAC (furnace, hot water tanks, AC…
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