What The Blick Center does

The Blick Center is a 501(c)(3)-style nonprofit human services organization founded circa 1969-1970 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, that delivers an integrated portfolio of clinical, residential, day, and medical services to individuals with developmental, physical, and behavioral health needs across all age groups. The organization operates five core service pillars — Outpatient Services (behavioral health counseling, case management, OT/PT/SLP, school-based mental health, older adult services), Residential Services (Shared Living Homes and Group Residential Homes, totaling 16 homes in Summit County), Day Programs (adult day services, non-medical transportation, OT supportive employment, therapeutic behavioral services), Medical Services (nursing, primary care, psychiatry), and adjunct programs including College for Living and Trek Inclusive Adventures — supplemented by Money Management Services. Service delivery is supported by a Relias Learning-based training infrastructure mandated by Ohio DDD, Ohio MHAS, and CARF accreditation requirements, and the organization maintains a team of 200+ employees serving 2,000+ individuals across four locations in Akron, Fairlawn, and North Canton.

The business model is government- and Medicaid-funded rather than commercial. Revenue is generated primarily through Medicaid waivers, county developmental disabilities boards (Summit DD), county behavioral health boards (Stark County MHR&S, ADM Board), state regulatory and funding bodies (Ohio DDD, Ohio MHAS), insurance billing, and a secondary stream of individual donations, in-kind contributions, and event-based fundraising (annual Garden Gala). Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is set by reimbursement schedules rather than market pricing. The go-to-market motion is community- and referral-led, with intake via web referral form and routing through healthcare provider and county-board referral channels. The addressable population is concentrated in Summit and Stark Counties, Ohio, with strategic partners including Summit DD (core), Stark County MHR&S, ADM Board, Ohio DDD, CARF International, and the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. Leadership is provided by Executive Director Laura Pletcher with a full Director-level bench covering Finance, HR, Day Programs, Residential, and Clinical Services.

Name

The Blick Center

Legal name

The Blick Center

Website

https://blickcenter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The Blick Center is an Akron, Ohio-based nonprofit, founded circa 1969, delivering integrated clinical, residential, day, and medical services to 2,000+ individuals with developmental, physical, and behavioral health needs across Summit and Stark Counties, funded primarily through Medicaid waivers and county developmental disabilities and behavioral health boards.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Developmental Disability Services

NAICS

Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities (6232), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (623210), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)

akta.pro primary industry

Special Needs Adult Day Programs (Developmental/Physical Disabilities, Seniors) (HLADAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outpatient Mental Health Clinics & Counseling Centers (HLAFACAA), Behavioral Health–Capable Assisted Living (Mental Health/SUD Support) (HLADABAI), Adult Day Rehabilitation & Therapy Programs (PT/OT/SLP) (HLADAIAD)

Keywords

• Developmental disability services
• Behavioral health services
• Residential support services
• Outpatient therapy services
• Nonprofit human services

Headquarters

HQ city

Akron

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Residential Services: Residential services including Shared Living Homes, Group Residential Homes, and supplemental services provided across 16 residential homes. Revenue generated through Medicaid waivers and government contracts for individuals with developmental disabilities.
2. Outpatient Clinical Services: Outpatient services including Behavioral Health, Case Management, Money Management, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech & Language Pathology, and School-Based Mental Health Services. Revenue generated through Medicaid billing and insurance contracts.
3. Day Programs: Adult Day Services, Non-Medical Transportation, Occupational Therapy Supportive Employment Groups, and Therapeutic Behavioral Services. Revenue generated through Medicaid waivers and vocational rehabilitation contracts.
4. Medical Services: Nursing Services, Primary Care Services, and Psychiatric Services for adults with intellectual disabilities and mental health concerns. Revenue through Medicaid and government health programs.
5. College for Living: Year-round program providing community engagement opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Funded by Summit DD (Summit County Developmental Disabilities).
6. Trek Inclusive Adventures: Travel program creating vacations for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Revenue generated through participant fees and donations.
7. Donations and Charitable Support: Individual donations, in-kind donations of household items and craft supplies, and event-based fundraising such as the annual Garden Gala silent auction.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Blick Center delivers comprehensive human services to individuals with developmental, physical, and behavioral health needs across all age groups in Ohio. Its offerings span outpatient clinical services (behavioral health, occupational, physical, and speech therapy), residential services (shared living and group homes), adult day programs, medical services (nursing, primary care, psychiatry), the College for Living community engagement program, Trek Inclusive Adventures travel program, and money management services. The organization operates 16 residential homes and four facility locations serving more than 2,000 individuals.

Product overview

The Blick Center is a human services organization offering a comprehensive suite of interconnected programs and services for individuals with developmental, physical, and behavioral health needs. The organization operates through five core service pillars: Outpatient Services (including behavioral health, case management, and therapy services), Residential Services (Shared Living Homes and Group Homes), Day Programs (adult day services and employment support), Medical Services (nursing, primary care, and psychiatric care), and specialized programs including College for Living (community engagement) and Trek Inclusive Adventures (inclusive travel). Money Management Services provide additional financial support. These services serve early childhood, school-age, and adult populations across multiple Ohio locations, with over 2,000 individuals receiving support from a team of more than 200 employees.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Trek Inclusive Adventures: A program that creates joyful, worry-free vacations for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The trips are safe, respectful, and full of friendship, growth, and unforgettable fun—all tailored to each traveler.
• College for Living

Products and services

• Outpatient Services Comprehensive outpatient services including behavioral health counseling, case management, money management, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language pathology, older adult services, and school-based mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults.
• Residential Services Residential living options across 16 homes in Summit County, including Shared Living Homes offering family-oriented supportive environments and Group Homes providing care with support staff for up to four persons per home, primarily for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Day Programs Adult day services with a person-centered approach, occupational therapy supportive employment groups, non-medical transportation, and therapeutic behavioral services for psychiatric stabilization, delivered Monday through Friday at multiple Summit County locations.
• Medical Services Medical services including nursing services, primary care with yearly physicals and wellness exams for residential clients, and psychiatric services for adults with intellectual disabilities and mental health concerns.
• College for Living Year-round community engagement program providing individuals with developmental disabilities opportunities to engage with community resources through diverse activities focused on socialization, hobby exploration, and discovering new interests. Funded by Summit DD.
• Trek Inclusive Adventures Travel program creating worry-free, tailored vacations for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing safe, respectful trips with full staff support focused on friendship, growth, and celebration.
• Money Management Services Financial support services including organizing financial records, health insurance documentation, food assistance paperwork, bill paying, bank account management, Social Security documentation, tax filings, trust fund management, and burial contract assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 2,000 individuals served across four locations with 16 residential homes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Summit DD (Summit County Developmental Disabilities)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSummit DD provides funding and oversight for developmental disability services in Summit County. They fund the College for Living program and serve as a key referral and regulatory partner for The Blick Center.
• Ohio Department of Developmental DisabilitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState regulatory body providing oversight, standards, and funding frameworks for developmental disability services. The Blick Center's training programs are mandated to meet Ohio DDD requirements.
• Ohio Mental Health and Addiction ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState regulatory body for mental health and addiction services. Their standards and requirements inform The Blick Center's behavioral health training and service delivery protocols.
• CARF InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities provides international accreditation for rehabilitation and human services organizations. CARF accreditation demonstrates The Blick Center's commitment to quality standards.
• Stark County MHR&S (Mental Health and Recovery Services Board)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level mental health board serving Stark County residents. Partners with The Blick Center to provide mental health services and community support in the Canton/North Canton service area.
• ADM Board (Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level board providing oversight and funding for mental health and addiction services in Summit County. Serves as a community board advocate and referral partner for behavioral health services.
• Summit DD (for Residential Services)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSummit DD oversees and funds residential group homes located throughout Summit County. The Blick Center operates group homes serving up to four persons each with caring support staff.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• RHA Health Services: Provider of behavioral health and IDD services including residential, day, outpatient, and case management across multiple U.S. states. Multi-pillar service model comparable to Blick's.
• Ability Beyond: Nonprofit provider of residential, day program, employment, and behavioral health services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Directly comparable service pillars and mission-driven nonprofit structure.
• ViaQuest: Ohio-based provider of IDD, behavioral health, and home health services across multiple service lines including residential, day programs, and outpatient therapies—directly overlapping Blick's geographic and service footprint.
• Penn-Mar Human Services: Regional nonprofit serving individuals with developmental disabilities through residential, day, employment, and community engagement programs. Closely aligned operational model including community participation programs analogous to College for Living.
• BrightSpring Health Services: Large national provider of home and community-based services including IDD residential, behavioral health, and pharmacy services. Directly comparable multi-pillar IDD/behavioral health operating model serving Medicaid populations.
• Sevita Health (formerly The MENTOR Network): National operator of group homes, shared living, day programs, and behavioral health services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Closest direct comparator in residential IDD scale and structure.

Broad incumbents

• Help at Home: Large national personal care and home-based services provider focused on Medicaid HCBS waiver populations. Comparable on the personal care and home- and community-based services side of Blick's residential and adult day offerings.
• Bayada Home Health Care: Large national home health and personal care provider serving pediatric, adult, and behavioral health populations. Comparable on the home- and community-based personal care and nursing services components of Blick's medical pillar.
• Easterseals: National nonprofit disability services organization offering residential, day, behavioral health, and therapy services for individuals with developmental disabilities across many states. Broader portfolio but directly comparable service menu to Blick.
• The Arc: National disability advocacy and services organization operating residential, day, employment, and case management programs for IDD populations through local chapters. Comparable mission and core service mix at national scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/blickcenter

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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