Need Help?

We will serve our clients regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, language spoken, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. All are welcome!

 

Please call us at 330-467-7945 to schedule an appointment.

 

You are the reason we are here!!

If you or your family are hungry, PLEASE contact us at 330-467-7945.

We are here every day, Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Some tips to help serve you better:

  1. Please give us a call to schedule an appointment for a time that works best for you.
  2. All you need to bring with you is a Photo ID (Driver’s License, Passport, work ID, club membership, etc.) AND a recent piece of mail with your name and current address.
The Emergency Assistance Center will serve our clients regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, language spoken, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. All are welcome!
We proudly serve the following 12 communities:
  • 44067 - Northfield Center, Northfield Village, Sagamore Hills
  • 44056 - City of Macedonia
  • 44087 - City of Twinsburg, Twinsburg Township
  • 44202 - Reminderville and in Twinsburg City School District
  • 44286 - City of Richfield, Richfield Township
  • 44264 - Village of Peninsula
  • 44236 - City of Hudson, Boston Heights

What to Expect during Your Visit

We offer two types of service, depending on the day of the week. Please call to schedule an appointment at least two days ahead. 

  • Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: Food shopping inside the pantry
  • Fridays: Curbside with pre-packed food and hygiene.

What you can expect when you visit our Center:

  • Greeting from a staff member or volunteer. We will ask about your household makeup but do not need to see proof of income or family members, per Ohio law. We need to see a photo ID at every visit and a recent piece of mail at your first visit, and subsequently, once a year in July.
  • Pre-packed bags with the following:
    • Frozen chicken and/or beef
    • Fresh Food:
      • Fresh Produce
      • Dairy (milk, eggs & butter)
    • Personal hygiene
  • Shopping in the pantry:
    • A 7-day supply of these non-perishable items:
      • Proteins
      • Combination Foods (e.g. soup, canned ravioli)
      • Fruits
      • Vegetables
      • Grains
      • Snacks/Sweets
      • Baby Formula & Food
      • Fresh Bread & Bakery

More than Food! (upon request):

  • Diapers & Wipes
  • Feminine Hygiene and Bladder Protection
  • Pet Food
  • Clothing 
    • Infant through Children's Size 14
  • Seasonal Support 
    • Extra food for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter dinners
    • Easter Baskets  
  • Birthday Bags
    • Area organizations often donate birthday bags for children 0-11 that include cake mix, frosting, candles, party plates and napkins

Fresh Produce

The Pantry

Hygiene

Children's Clothing

Our clothing boutique includes infant through children's size 14.

 
Are you eligible for assistance? View the Household Eligibility Guidelines. Note that the income limits have been increased during COVID-19 and are currrently higher than in the linked document. Please call 330-467-7945 with questions.
 
If you need help with something other than food, clothing and hygiene items, please call 2-1-1 or check out the 211 website to find resources to help with:
  • Utilities
  • Rent and Housing
  • Transportation
  • And much more assistance…
 

You Can Trust TEAC!

The Emergency Assistance Center is a Network Partner of the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank, a Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity, and has received the GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency.

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Contact Us

330-467-7945
9199 Olde 8 Rd, Suite C
Northfield, OH 44067

Open Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
info@teacenter.org