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In the early years, five professional staff provided treatment, diagnostic, and consultation and education services from two locations. By 1977 a relationship had developed between C&A and the Stark County Juvenile Attention Center which continues today. Our licensed psychologists and staff conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and develop service plans for youth referred by the court.

    Out patient services were restructured in 1980 in response to increased clinical staff and client load, and a new satellite office was opened in Alliance. Day Treatment, a psycho-educational program for emotionally disturbed children, began in August of 1980 with one class of severely disturbed preschoolers. By 1983, this program had swelled to five units serving children ages 2 to 12 with behavioral and emotional problems. Cities in Schools, a program that utilized a community team approach to supportive environments in Canton City Schools, also began in 1980. Community leaders, educators and professionals serving youth worked together to improve school attendance, academic success, behavior and attitude, parent-child relationships, general health, and to enhance the employability of older youth. This collaboration with Canton City Schools continues today in the form of the Community LINK program, Day Treatment, and the BANK program.

    In 1984 and 1985, CASC was evolving at a spectacular rate, Programs expanded, grants were awarded, and a new main office was secured and remodeled. The Transitional Services Department was created to serve older adolescents. C&A became nationally accredited, joining the ranks of only five such centers nationwide. Today, we are accredited by Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children, Inc.

    By its 10th anniversary in 1986, C&A had served over 10,000 Stark County families and children with mental or behavioral disabilities. The idea that was inaugurated by a group of community volunteers had become an institution known nationwide for its innovative approach to children's mental health services.