The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) will host the Akron Children’s Mobile Care Unit on Thursday, November 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Main Library, 305 Wick Avenue, Youngstown. This initiative stems from a collaboration between Akron Children’s and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio (RMHCNEO), which identified the greater Youngstown tri-county area as a region facing barriers to accessible pediatric care. In response, RMHCNEO generously donated a fully outfitted mobile care vehicle exclusively for use in Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana Counties—the only one of its kind in the Akron Children’s network.
The Akron Children’s Mobile Care Unit functions as a full-service, primary care office on wheels, offering both well-child and sick visits for patients from birth to age 21. The unit also features onboard point-of-care lab testing for conditions such as strep, flu, COVID-19, mono, and urinalysis. Walk-ins are welcome, making care even more accessible for families who may not have a regular pediatrician or face transportation challenges.
Strengthening Community Connections
Hosting the Mobile Care Unit at Main Library underscores PLYMC’s commitment to being more than a place for books—it is a trusted community hub where families can access essential resources and services.
“At the Library, we believe in connecting our community with the resources they need to thrive,” said Aimee Fifarek, PLYMC Director & CEO. “By partnering with Akron Children’s, we’re helping ensure that families in our community have access to quality health care, right where they live, work, and learn.”
“At Akron Children’s, we know strong community partnerships are key to better health for every child,” said Paul Olivier, VP of Mahoning Valley Enterprises. “By working with Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio and local organizations, we’re bringing quality, compassionate care directly to families by removing barriers and ensuring every child has access to the care they deserve.”
Event Details
- What: Akron Children’s Mobile Care Unit
- Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
- Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Location: Main Library, 305 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH
Paul Olivier, Vice President of Akron Children's Mahoning Valley and Aimee Fifarek, Director & CEO of The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will be on hand to speak to the media about this important collaboration at 9 am on Thursday, November 6th .
Follow PLYMC on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok) and check www.libraryvisit.org for updates. The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) has served the Mahoning Valley since 1880 when the Youngstown Library Association was officially created. With 14 branches across Mahoning County, including Main Library in downtown Youngstown, PLYMC is well known for its signature services and programs like Summer Discovery and 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. PLYMC serves our communities by preparing children for kindergarten, promoting early literacy, assisting job seekers, connecting Valley residents to technology, and providing resources for small businesses.
About Akron Children’s
Akron Children’s is an independent, nonprofit pediatric health care system that has been caring for children since 1890. With two hospital campuses, seven regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we are the only health care system in our region fully dedicated to pediatric care. With our vast network of Akron Children’s Pediatrics offices, we offer convenient access to expert pediatric primary care for patients from infancy through young adulthood. From our School-Based Health Care to our Quick Care Online virtual visits and Akron Children’s Anywhere app, we make it easy for today’s busy families to find the high-quality care they need. In 2023, our health care system provided nearly 1.4 million patient encounters and employed more than 7,000 employees. Learn more at akronchildrens.org.