The fund provides assistance with non-routine dental care, primarily orthodontic treatment for underprivileged children age 18 and younger. The program does not assist with contact lenses and does not provide emergency treatment or pay existing medical or hospital bills. Call the office for more information. Applications may be obtained at the Summit County Public Health, Akron Public Schools Health & Social Services Referral Center, school nurses or accredited social services agency. All services must be approved prior to the actual treatment.
Akron
for the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia
| Persons in family / household | Poverty guideline |
|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 |
| 2 | $21,640 |
| 3 | $27,320 |
| 4 | $33,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 |
| 6 | $44,360 |
| 7 | $50,040 |
| 8 | $55,720 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,140 for each additional person.
Many communities have clinics that charge little or nothing for dental care. They are usually run by nonprofits, community health centers, dental schools and local health departments, and they often rely on grants, donations and public funding. Some serve everyone on a sliding fee scale, while others focus on children, seniors or people without insurance. Every clinic sets its own rules, so call ahead and ask what you qualify for.