Operation Search & Help
Operation Search & Help’s Mission:
Operation Search & Help seeks to bridge the gap for families in Mahoning and Trumbull County by providing last dollar assistance to those with special needs, behavioral healthcare concerns, and chronic medical conditions.
Did You Know?
Operation Search & Help receives funding from The Hine Memorial Fund which is administered by The Youngstown Foundation, with program oversight provided by The Potential Development Program.
Since its origin, Operation Search & Help has served thousands of children and families in need. Clients of Operation Search & Help may have health insurance and be involved with other programs. Operation Search & Help will act as a payor of last resort.
We help families with…
- Medication, Medical Costs & Alternative Therapies
- Medical Equipment & Supplies
- Specialized formulas
- Reimbursement for Gas & Incidental Costs to Out of Town Medical Appointments
- Speech, occupational, physical therapy, & Mental Health Treatment Fees
- Health & Safety Needs
We welcome referrals from any individual, facility, or community organization that identifies a family in need.
Eligibility Criteria
Potential clients must:
- Be between the ages of birth through 21
- Live in either Mahoning or Trumbull County
- Have either a special needs diagnosis, behavioral healthcare condition, or chronic medical need
