Heartland, Stark and Muskingum Lakes
Serving Stark, Wayne, Ashland, Carroll, Holmes, Harrison, and Tuscarawas counties.
The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us.
Resident of Stark, Tuscarawas, Carroll and Harrison Counties: 330-453-0146.
Residents of Wayne, Holmes, and Ashland Counties: 330-264-9383.
Visit our Get Help page for additional resources.
Blood that is donated through the American Red Cross helps patients of all ages including cancer and sickle cell patients, trauma and burn patients, and patients with chronic diseases. Take a look at our eligibility requirements and schedule an appointment to give blood today. A one-time blood donation can save more than one life!
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The American Red Cross offers a selection of classes where you can learn and become certified in various lifesaving skills. Our nonprofit near you has both online and in-person options for CPR certification and CPR classes, first aid and water safety training, and child care training.
It’s easy to get involved with the Red Cross in Ohio. Local opportunities include becoming a trained disaster relief response volunteer helping people affected by home fires; supporting trauma, cancer, and other patients in need by donating blood, platelet, and plasma at our area blood drives; and learning CPR, First AID, and other lifesaving skills that will prepare you to respond to emergencies.
The best way to provide immediate relief to your neighbors facing emergency situations is through a monetary donation. Our disaster assistance programs rely heavily on the generous financial support of citizens in the Northern Ohio region. Even if you only have a few dollars to spare, your donation to American Red Cross disaster relief will make a significant difference in the lives of those facing disasters. Make a one-time donation today either online, by phone, or by mail, or set up a recurring monthly donation to make an even bigger difference.
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Phones: Stark: 330-437-3739
New Philadelphia: 330-308-9430
Kim joined the Red Cross in 2001 as the director of the Rape Crisis Services where she assisted children, adolescents and adults through the difficult recovery process of sexual victimization and qualified as an expert when providing testimony in the courtroom.
In 2014 she transitioned into the role of Executive Director for the Stark and Muskingum Lakes Chapter serving Carroll, Harrison, Stark and Tuscarawas Counties. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a supervisor status and earned recognition as a National Certified Counselor, Kim continues to see clients in a private practice setting at Vista Psychological & Counseling Centre.
She began her counseling career at the Grief Support and Education Center where she provided individual, group and family therapy for adults and children grieving from death and divorce. In 1997 she became employed at the Community Drug Board where she provided group and individual therapy for adults addicted to drugs and alcohol. In 1998 she took a counseling position at Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health in their Day Treatment program. Kim provided daily group therapy, individual therapy and family home visits for adolescent with severe behavior problem and other mental health issues.
Kim Kroh earned a bachelors degree from Ohio State University in Business Administration in 1986 and a masters degree in Counseling & Human Development from Walsh University in 1993. She has over 20 years’ experience as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She is a member of the American Counseling Association, Rape Abuse Incest National Network, The National Center for Victims of Crime and participates in numerous coalitions throughout Carroll, Harrison, Stark and Tuscarawas Counties.
Kim resides in Canton and has a daughter Courtney and a grandson Trey.
Tim Reichel
Disaster Program Manager
Phone: 330-605-9887
Gail Wernick
Regional Volunteer Services Officer
Phone: 216-431-3370
Jessica Tischler
Regional Director Service to the Armed Forces & International Services Programs
Phone: 216-496-2998
Jim McIntyre
Regional Communications Director
Phone: 216-213-4670
Carolyn Wild
Regional Philanthropy Officer
Phone: 330-554-6976
For all inquiries about our classes, please call 800-REDCROSS (800-733-2677)
For all inquiries about our blood donation services, please call 800-REDCROSS (800-733-2677)
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Kimberly Hall
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Molly Hane
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Mariann Harding
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Brook Harless
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Kris Kargel
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Steve Rippeth
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Cindy Samolczyk
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Elaine Souder
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Christopher VanNatta
The Timken Company
Tim Warstler
Stark County Emergency Management Agency
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