Providing Assistance To Families Of Children and Young Adults In Need
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:
Do You Need More Information?
For questions regarding Operation Search & Help, please contact:
Shari Nesbitt, M.Ed., LSW
Phone: 330-781-5417
Fax: 330-406-9068
shari@operationsearchandhelp.org
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Non Discrimination Statement
At Operation Search & Help, we believe everyone deserves compassion, respect, and equal opportunity to access support. We are committed to providing assistance to all children, young adults, and families without discrimination or bias.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, economic status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We are dedicated to being inclusive, supportive, and equitable — ensuring that every eligible individual in Mahoning and Trumbull County has access to our services and the care they need.