Restoration Community Care Center - formerly We Care

01/28/2026

Due to the increased demand we are seeing throughout our community, we will be moving all warming shelter operations to Dueber Elementary beginning tomorrow, Thursday 1/29.

We are asking that everyone share this info throughout our community. Anyone needing transportation can take SARTA route 113 or call Canton City Dispatch after regular hours at 330.649.5800.

Thank you to St. Paul AME for opening your doors to those in need. We truly appreciate your partnership. Our warming shelters have truly been a community effort with so many pitching in to do their part!

01/19/2026

With frigid temperatures expected over the next week, we have compiled a list of locations community members can visit to stay warm throughout the day. If you know of additional sites, please share in the comments.

Our nightly Warming Shelter at St. Paul AME Church is still going strong. 1800 E. Tuscarawas St., 44707. Guests are welcome nightly from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Those in need of transportation can use SARTA route 107 at no cost.

01/14/2026

12/01/2025

The Canton Winter Warming Shelter will open tomorrow Dec. 1 at St. Paul AME Church located at 1800 Tuscarawas St. E. The shelter will operate nightly from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. to provide a safe, warm place for our residents in need.

SARTA will offer free transportation to the shelter during regular hours on Route 107. If a ride is needed after hours, please call Canton City Dispatch at 330.649.5800.

Thank you to all of the community partners and donors for making this venture possible this winter season.

11/11/2025

Due to tonight's pending real-feel temperature, we are setting up a temporary warming center in the McKinley Room Lobby at the Civic Center from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

SARTA Route 108 will take riders to the Civic Center. Let your driver know you are headed to the warming center and there will be no charge. If you are in need of transportation outside of SARTA's operating hours, please call Canton City Dispatch at 330.649.5800.

10/29/2025

Today

🌟 Something New is Rolling Into Canton! 🚍💧

The City of Canton, Ohio, SARTA - Stark Area Regional Transit Authority, and Refuge of Hope Ministries are partnering to bring dignity, hope, and hygiene on the go with the Forever R Children Shower Bus.

🗓 Wednesday, October 29
📍 609 Tuscarawas St. E. (between E. Tusc & 2nd St.)

💙 10:00 AM – Community presentation & bus tour for local leaders
🚿 11:00 AM–1:00 PM – Residents in need are invited to enjoy a free shower, clean clothing, and care (registration required, first come, first served).

“We understand that when people look and feel better, they’re more likely to speak with partner agencies and those with resources.” said Canton Mayor William V. Sherer II. “This is just one step we’re taking to connect people to the resources we have available in this community.”

Together, we’re building bridges of compassion and care — one shower at a time.

10/28/2025

10/28/2025

CANTON: We know that many families are struggling to meet their basic needs right now. We are opening our in-school pantry to our community to help. If you are a family with young children in the area that may be in need, please stop by. We are also opening emergency spots in our preschool for families whose children could benefit from:

- Three meals a day
- Referral to wrap-around services, including social programs for adult family members
-A village of caring people who look out for one another

In the EELA family, we take care of each other and connect families to life-saving resources. Please feel free to stop by if you need food or a village to lean on— we are here to help.

*IF YOU ARE ABLE TO DONATE, please comment down below or reach out VIA email. We are expecting higher need for our pantry and want to assist as many families in our community as possible. Tax forms can be provided for donations.

06/21/2025

05/27/2025

02/11/2025

Please join us this Thursday, February 13. We will be giving away hot meals and gifts to those in our community who are homeless, less fortunate, or those who are hungry and experiencing a hard time at the moment. We welcome you all. Please read the flyers below for more information.