Lorain County Public Children Services Agency

Child & Family Services in Elyria, Ohio. Lorain County, OH — Investigates child abuse and neglect reports; provides foster care, adoption, kinship, and family-preservation services.

Phone: (440) 329-5340

Address: 226 Middle Ave., 3rd Floor, Elyria, Ohio, 44035-5644

Good to know: OH JFS local agency directory (PCSA); Director: Kristen Fox-Berki; verified live 2026-04-28

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Frequently asked questions about Lorain County Public Children Services Agency

How do I contact Lorain County Public Children Services Agency?

You can call Lorain County Public Children Services Agency at (440) 329-5340 or visit 226 Middle Ave., 3rd Floor in Elyria, Ohio.

What services does Lorain County Public Children Services Agency offer?

Lorain County, OH — Investigates child abuse and neglect reports; provides foster care, adoption, kinship, and family-preservation services.

Are services at Lorain County Public Children Services Agency free or low-cost?

Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Lorain County Public Children Services Agency at (440) 329-5340 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Lorain County Public Children Services Agency offer services in other languages?

Call Lorain County Public Children Services Agency at (440) 329-5340 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.