Csparr

Linking Employment, Abilities and Potential is a nonprofit agency that caters to the needs of people with disabilities in more than five counties in northeastern Ohio. Also known as LEAP, the agency promotes self-determination and offers peer support and advocacy services. It employs over 40 staff members. Linking Employment, Abilities and Potential operates The Assistive Technology Center, which holds classes and workshops, as well as performs individualized assessments. The agency provides disability determination assistance for people who are above the age of 55. In addition, it offers vocational rehabilitation solutions. Linking Employment, Abilities and Potential administers a youth transition program that focuses on the improvement of interpersonal skills.

Murray Ridge Center, located in Elyria, Ohio, is a nursing facility that provides health care services to individuals with developmental disabilities. It includes several community homes that offer its residents training in activities of daily living. In addition to these residential services, Murray Ridge Center provides supported living, family support, respite care, personal care attendant services and crisis intervention. It provides a wide variety of vocational programs. Murray Ridge Center provides professional counseling and various support programs for mentally challenged individuals. Its programs provide support needed to address issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, cultural conflicts, grief and loss, parenting, aging, loneliness and transitions.