Community Resource. Guide for Central Ohio

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1 106 Community Resource Guide for Central Ohio 106

2 2 105 Table of Contents Other Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Program OSU Phone: (614) Alcohol & other Drug Programs (AoD).3 Children & Adolescents..16 Clothing Pantries/Material Assistance Community Centers/Outreach Program..22 Counseling on Sliding Scale/Free Drop-In Centers...31 Emergency Shelters.32 GED Preparation/Vocational Training Health/Vision/Dental Care HIV/AIDS...53 Housing. 56 In-Home Care/Transportation...58 Immigration/Refugee Services...59 Job/Family Services Meal Sites Prescription Help Private Counselors-Medicaid/Medicare/Private Insurance 84 Seniors..87 Support Groups...90 Utility Assistance.96 Veterans 97 Other Sexual Assault Response Network of Central Ohio SARNCO Phone: (614) Suicide Prevention Hotline Phone: (614) Or Talking Books Phone: Free recorded books, magazines and playback equipment to eligible blind, visually impaired, physically handicapped, and reading disabled residents in Ohio. United Cerebral Palsy of Central Ohio 440 Industrial Mile Rd., Columbus Ohio Phone: (614)

3 104 3 Other Community Connection for Ohio Offenders 933 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Reintegration services for ex-offenders including case management, employment info/referral, housing, clothing, transportation assistance, anger management, GED, and relapse prevention classes. First Corp Services 895 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Payeeship service for SSI/SSDI checks. Legal Aid Society of Columbus 40 W. Gay St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Netcare Phone: (614) Fax: Call for locations A mental health, drug and alcohol crisis and assessment service. Call 24 hours a day/7 days a week for assistance. 104 Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Adult Children of Alcoholics Phone: (614) Africentric Personal Development Shop 1409 E. Livingston Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Amethyst, Inc. 455 E. Mound Street. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Serves women ages 18 and older who are recovering from alcohol and/or drug addiction and may or may not have dependent children. Clients live in apartments in a complex and engage in daily programming for mental health and AoD treatment. Children s Hospital Behavioral Health Services 899 E. Broad St. 3rd floor Columbus, Ohio (Many other locations) Phone: (614) Intake: (614) Fax: (614) Assessment and treatment for youth through age 18 with emotional, behavioral and substance abuse problems and their families. 3

4 4 103 Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Columbus Area, Inc Broad Street Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Alcohol Tobacco & Other Drug Program (614) For details Inpatient Alcohol & Other Drug Program (614) Prevention Services (MECCA) (614) Christian 12-Step Group Phone: (614) Serves adults, families, adolescents, and children Assists businesses develop a drug free workplace Assessments Individual and group counseling For males at the Bell Center s Africentric Therapeutic Community 6-9 months intensive program Must have substance abuse/ dependence and criminal justice involvement Community/School based prevention program For at-risk youths and families Focus on mental health, alcohol, tobacco and other drugs Women s Army Corps Veterans Association Chapter 3 Columbus Vice President: Betty W. Brown 5441 Walshire Dr. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) President: Darlene Hemmingsen 2577 Hillgail Rd. Pataskala, Ohio Phone: (740) Women Marines Association OH Columbus Ave. Barberton, Ohio Contact: President: Ellen Leidy Phone: (330) Women Veterans (WIMSA) Contact: Lynn Ashley 811 Hanson Dr. Forest Park, Ohio Phone: (513) Jean Madden 44 Pocono Rd. Worthington, Ohio Phone: (614) Veterans Organizations Wounded Warrior Directory 221 E. Fairfax St. Berryville, VA Contact: Mike O Meara Founder Phone: (540) Free summer day camp for youths 6-12 years of age 4 103

5 102 5 Veterans Organizations Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Ohio Chapter of MIA/POW Families PO Box Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Ohio LST/Amphibs Association Bell Drive Newark, Ohio Phone: (740) Contact: Walker Huffman Ohio National Guard Association PO Box 8070 Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Ohio Veterans Homes 3416 Columbus Ave. Sandusky, Ohio Phone: (419) Retired Enlisted Association Chapter 111 Buckeye PO Box 2955 Akron, Ohio Phone: (330) Contact: Philip Helinski 102 Tuskegee Airmen Mr. Harold E. Sawyer 1870 Greenway Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) President: Mr. Robert L. Peeples 1692 Elaine Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Veterans of Foreign Wars 35 E. Chestnut St. 4th floor Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Contact: Robert Funk Vietnam Veterans of America Buckeye Council 35 E. Chestnut St. 4th floor Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) WAVES National 2024 Leisure Road, NW Minerva, Ohio Phone: (330) National President: Barbara Turner 9105 Shoshone Trail Flower Mound, TX Phone: (817) Columbus Health Department 240 Parson Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: CompDrug 547 E. 11th Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Drug Testing Services for screening and intervention provided to the general public, schools and parents; pre-employment and mandatory random testing for commercial businesses along with public safety and transportation centers. Outpatient Counseling Services Patient population is comprised primarily of referred adults from courts, Children s Services and other agencies but is open to enrollment from the General public. Methadone Treatment Program A full array of supportive services for Opium addiction. Concorde Counseling Services 774 Parkmeadow Drive Westerville, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Individualized treatment regime, individual counseling, family counseling 5

6 6 101 Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Cornerstone of Recovery Phone: (614) Destiny House 3400 Kohr Blvd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) month Christian based residential drug and alcohol recovery center. Offers a recovery program, housing, food, immediate full-time employment, basic transportation, and life-style skills. It is a tightly supervised and highly structured program. Each resident earns their keep. The cost is $135 per week. Dublin Counseling Center 299 Cramer Creek Court. Dublin, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Substance abuse services for adults House of Hope for Alcoholics-Residential Program 825 Dennison Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Catholic War Veterans Dept. of Ohio 35 E. Chestnut St. 4th fl., Suite 510 Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) [email protected] Disabled American Veterans Dept. of Ohio 35 E. Chestnut St. 4th Floor Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Contact: Frank Williams Ohio Dept. of Veterans Services Advisory Committee on Women s Veterans 77 S. High St. 7th Floor Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Contact: Karen Kish Jewish War Veterans 5519 Naiche Rd. Columbus, Ohio Veterans Organizations Marine Corps League 35 E. Chestnut St, 4th Floor Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Commandant: Roger Gardner (419) Adjutant: Kenneth Lee (440) Military Officers Association of Central Ohio PO Box Columbus, Ohio Military Officers Association of America Ohio Council Chambers Contact: John McCoy Col. USAF (Ret) Phone: (614) Military Order of the Purple Heart Dept. of Ohio 35 E. Chestnut St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) [email protected] Residential treatment facility for chemically dependent adult males. Individual, group and family counseling, educational information, AA meetings, work therapy, referral and support services. Korean War Veterans Association Dept. of Ohio 35 E. Chestnut St. 4th Floor Columbus, Ohio [email protected] 37th Division 35 E. Chestnut St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Contact: Clyde Gutzwiller 6 101

7 100 7 Veterans Organizations Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs 17th Infantry Regiment 1280 N. Cole St. Lima, Ohio (419) Air Force Association Memorial Chapter 1616 Sienna Lane, N Columbus, Ohio American Ex-Prisoners of War Dept. of Ohio 35 E. Chestnut St., 4th floor Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) American Gold Star Mothers Mrs. Dorothy Locker 215 Harvard Ave. Sidney, Ohio (937) Contact: Mrs. Laura Titus 2946 NW Blvd. # D Columbus, Ohio American Legion Dept. of Ohio 60 Big Run Rd. PO Box 8007 Delaware, Ohio Phone: (740) Fax: (740) [email protected] Contact: Don Lanthorn American Merchant Marine Veterans Ohio Valley Chapter PO Box Cincinnati, Ohio Contact: Bert Hinds 49 Twin Lakes Drive Fairfield, Ohio Phone: (513) AMVETS Dept. of Ohio 1395 E. Dublin Granville Rd. Suite 222 Columbus, Ohio Phone: (800) (614) Fax:(614) Contact: George Ondick Army & Navy USA Inc. Dept. of Ohio 1940 Beaver Trail Mineral Ridge, Ohio Phone: (330) Contact: Adjutant Carl Goode Jr. Ohio Chapter of the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. Dept. of Ohio Contact: Patricia Pell 1010 Dockway Drive Huron, Ohio Phone: (440) Outpatient Program 771 Harrisburg Pike Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Stevens House 1320 Parsons Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) House of Hope for Alcoholics Outpatient counseling for substance dependent; Standard and intensive outpatient treatment; includes assessment, individual and family counseling and prevention education programs; interpreting services available. Specialized treatment services include case management, dual diagnosis counseling, family programs and art therapy. Halfway house for chemically dependent adolescent males (ages 13-18) involved in the court system; includes assessment, group and individual counseling, tutoring, health & nutrition education, AIDS/STD awareness and Wilderness bond experience; emphasizes a strong family commitment to recovery

8 8 99 Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Last House on the Block Phone: Intake (614) Fax: (614) Christian based recovery program for adult men only, community counseling, short term living for those who are recovering from addiction. Lighthouse Counseling Services 2085 Mecca Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Accepts insurance/medicaid, sliding scale, Christian based counseling service. Maryhaven 1791 Alum Creek Dr. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Alcohol and drug treatment, intervention, and education; mental health services when dually diagnosed; adult and adolescent inpatient and outpatient services; detoxification unit for adults; 3-day state certified Driver Intervention Program; extended care program for women; 3-day residential program for cocaine/crack cocaine substance abuse; Underage Drinking Program. Also provide services for homeless inebriate men and women at the Engagement Center. Veterans Safe Helpline Phone: (877) Text * (inside the U.S.) (outside the U.S.) *Text your location for nearest support resources Website: Safe Helpline is administered by the Department of Defense with a non-profit Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network. Services are available 24/7, worldwide. Veterans Affairs (VA) Phone: (877) Website: To be eligible for benefits, one must have an Honorable Discharge. Co-pays apply of income is over a certain level. Provides services such as assistance with filing for VA pension, widows pension and disability benefits. They can also assist with utilities, housing and transportation issues. Veterans Crisis Hotline Phone: (800) and press 1 National suicide hotline to ensure that Veterans in emotional crisis have free, 24/7 access to trained counselors. 8 99

9 98 9 Veterans EBenefits A central location for Veterans, Service Members, and their families to research and manage their benefits and personal information. Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Maryhaven Engagement Center 1775 Alum Creek Drive Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Inebriated and homeless men and women, contact (614) Neighborhood House Make the Connection Website: Encourages Veterans and their families to make the connection with information and resources with available sources of support including mental health treatments. Military One Source Atchison St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Alcohol and drug abuse outpatient counseling for individuals, groups and families in an effort to decrease abusive, addictive use of alcohol and drugs. Provides day care for children (ages 6 weeks to 13 years); social adjustment after-school programming for children (ages 6-18); food pantry; foster care support services; information and referrals; employment training and resume writing; micro-business classes; and rental space for small businesses. Ohio Cares Phone: Information/Available Services- (800) VA Telenurse 24/hr.- (888) Website: 98 North Central Mental Health Services Counseling - Short North North High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Outpatient counseling and drug/alcohol services for children, teens, adults and older adults; aftercare services; urgent care/crisis services; community treatment teams for persons with long-term mental illness; residential services; specialized treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder; and prevention, consultation, and education. 9

10 10 97 Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs North Central Mental Health Services Counseling - Gahanna- 338 Granville St. Gahanna, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Services include diagnostic assessment and treatment, Prevention, consultation and education, psychological Evaluation and counseling; psychiatric assessment, drug/alcohol assessment, EAP assessment and treatment, medication assessment and treatment. Veterans Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Center 420 N. James Rd., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) or (888) Website: An ambulatory health care facility that works to provide the men and women that have served our nation with healthcare needs such as diagnostics, fitness to rehabilitation and surgery. Also provides a mobile center to local college campuses. Visit website for a current mobile VA center. North Central Mental Health Services Counseling - Reynoldsburg E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Located in Children s Hospital Behavioral Health Services include diagnostic assessment and treatment, Prevention, consultation and education, psychological Evaluation and counseling; psychiatric assessment, drug/alcohol assessment, EAP assessment and treatment, medication assessment and treatment. North Central Mental Health Services Counseling 595 E. Rich St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Duel-diagnosis treatment services include relapse prevention, substance abuse education, 12-step meetings, leisure activities, HIV/AIDS education, sober lifestyle activities, and individual and group counseling. 10 Columbus Vet Center 30 Spruce St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) or (866) An option for Veterans and their significant others to receive readjustment counseling related to military to civilian transition, including but not limited to PTSD. County Veterans Service Offices Fairfield 277 E. Main St., Lancaster, Ohio Phone: (740) Fax: (740) Franklin 250 W. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614)

11 96 11 Utility Assistance Impact Community Action 700 Bryden Rd., Columbus, Ohio 4315 Phone: (614) Website: Energy assistance program, HEAP, credit counseling, weatherization and insulation, rental assistance. Impact took the place of Columbus Leads and CAMACO. Joint Organization for Inner City Needs (JOIN) 578 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Utility assistance for those who have a disconnect notice, are presently disconnected, or have a referral through an agency. Veterans After Deployment Phone: Outreach Center- (866) Website: An online resource supporting Service Members, their Families, and Veterans with common post-deployment concerns. Provides self-care solutions targeting post-traumatic stress, depression, anger, sleep, relationships concerns, and other mental health challenges. Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Northwest Counseling Services 1560 Fishinger Rd. 2nd floor Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: AoD prevention and treatment, school-based programs and early intervention. OSU Hospitals for Children & Adolescent Psychiatry 1430 S. High St. Columbus, Ohio Outpatient: (614) Outpatient Fax: (614) Emergency: (614) Emergency Fax: (614) Outpatients counseling as well as psychiatric care. OSU Hospitals East/Talbot Hall 1492 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Medical detoxification unit and adult outpatient services, residential, partial hospitalization, full family member programming, drug testing, mental health/dual diagnosis counseling and adolescent addiction outpatient services. Accepts Medicaid for detox only. AoD group every Thursday evening at 6:30 pm

12 12 95 Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Project Linden 1410 Cleveland Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Intensive outpatient alcohol/drug dependency treatment; drug abuse prevention programs for youth; community education on drug/alcohol dependence; women s programming. Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center 570 S. Front St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Adult male AoD residential for 6 months NO FEE for males with compulsive, addictive, or anti-social behavior. Walk-in intakes are Monday through Friday between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. Parkside Behavioral Healthcare 349 Olde Ridenour Rd., Gahanna, Ohio Insurance or Medicare only. Phone: (614) Provides self-help groups, individual and group counseling, GED classes, literacy program, and spiritual counseling. Support Groups Sisters and Girlfriends in Christ (SAGIC) 95 N. 20th St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Weekly women s support group based on Christian principles. Provides discussion on various issues affecting women. Survivors of Incest Group Phone: (614) Survivors of Suicide Support Group 1301 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Rick Berman Support group for people who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meets on the last Sunday of every month from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. Contact Rick Berman for more details. The Wellness Community Columbus Cancer Clinic Phone: (614) Provides emotional support to cancer patients and their families. Offers stress management activities. Widows/Widower Support Group Westerville Phone: (614) Jewish Family Services Phone: (614)

13 94 13 Support Groups Nar-Anon Family Groups Phone: (614) National Stuttering Association Support Group Phone: (614) Contact Karen Iacovetta at (614) or by at for more details. Meetings are held on the last Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm. Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Southeast, Inc. Counseling 1455 S. 4th St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Intensive outpatient AoD individual and group counseling and a medical consultation with the nurse practioner if Indicated; also has general adult counseling, sex offender Program, and Trauma Healing program. Parents of Murdered Children/Survivors of Homicide Victims Phone: (614) Support for parents, friends, or anyone 18 and older who has lost a loved one through homicide. The Neil Kennedy Clinic 6543 Commerce Parkway Suite R, Dublin, Ohio Phone: (614) Insurance, Medicare or private pay only. Recovery Inc E. Livingston St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Self help group for persons 18 and older, family and friends, who have mental health symptoms. Group meets at Brookwood Presbyterian Church every Saturday at 12 noon. S-Anon Sexual Addiction Recovery Phone: (614) x2 Or [email protected] TriWest 3035 W. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) United Restoration Ministries 1004 Parsons Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) month in him setting AoD treatment for males and Females

14 14 93 Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Veteran s Administration Outpatient Clinic 420 N. James Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Eligible Veterans Only Walk-in clinic between 8:00 am 2:30 pm Mon-Fri Mental health, AoD, psychiatric services, and medical services Volunteers of America 624 Harmon Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) ext. 214 or 213 Fax: (614) Inpatient AoD treatment for males, half of the beds are for veterans and half of the beds are for non-veterans. The Woods at Parkside/Parkside Behavioral Healthcare 349 Olde Ridenour Road. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) or Fax: (614) Inpatient and outpatient AoD treatment. Accepts Medicare and most private insurance; does not accept Medicaid. 14 Support Groups Families Anonymous Phone: (614) Support groups for parents and adult family members of chemically dependent persons. Grief Support Groups Dublin Community Church Phone: (614) Jewish Family Services Phone: (614) I Am My Brothers Keeper 2100 Agler Rd., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Men s support group based on Christian principles discussing various issues affecting men. The group meets at the Rhema Christian Center every other Friday from 7:00pm-9:30pm. Little Lives, SID s Support Network Phone: (614) Support group offers support, activities, discussion groups, and Mom s Night Out for mothers. Please call for more information. Lost Child Support Group 299 Cramer Creek Court, Dublin, Ohio Phone: (614) Support group for people who have lost a child by stillbirth or in early infancy. Also Three Little Angels Foundation and Touching Lives, SIDS support network. Meets at Dublin Counseling Center. 93

15 92 15 Support Groups Alcohol and other Drug (AoD) Programs Congestive Heart Failure Support Group Grant: (614) Riverside: (614) Support group for patients and family. Debtors Anonymous 220 Cliffside Dr., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: 12 Step support group for anyone with compulsive spending or debt problems. Meetings held at Glen Echo United Presbyterian Church on Mondays at 7:30pm. Depression Support Group 4131 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Sponsored by Mental Health America. Support Group held at Overbrook Presbyterian Church on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month from 7:00pm-8:30pm. Dual Diagnosis Support Group 96 S. Grant Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) AA/NA/CA Meetings Alcoholics Anonymous (614) Website: For days and times of meetings Narcotics Anonymous (614) Website: For days and times of meetings Cocaine Anonymous (614) Website: For days and times of meetings 12 Step support group for individuals with a mental illness who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. Walk-in 12:00pm-1:00pm on the last Friday of the month

16 16 91 Children & Adolescents Action for Children 78 Jefferson Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Information on choosing childcare, also has parenting classes. Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Ohio 1855 E. Dublin Granville Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Mentoring programs, camping programs for children. Columbus Early Learning Centers Northside Child Development Services/Turning Point 94 E. 3rd Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Turning point provides 24-hour respite care for families in crisis. Support Groups Center for Eating Disorders and Psychotherapy 445 E. Granville Rd., Worthington, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Support groups for those with eating disorders family members. CHADD 310 Granville St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Support group for children, adults, and their families who are dealing with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Compassionate Friends 1479 Morse Rd., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Provides support groups for parents, siblings, and other family members and friends who are mourning the death of a child. Meetings take place in the Assembly Room of Ascension Lutheran Church at 7:00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of every month

17 90 17 Support Groups Al-Anon/Ala-Teen Phone: (888) Website: At a Loss 299 Cramer Creek Court, Dublin, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: An on-going support group for parents who have lost a child under any circumstances. Meets at the Dublin Counseling Center on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Bipolar Anonymous 7 W. Henderson, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Meet in basement of Maple Grove United Methodist Church on Thursday evenings at 7:00pm. Call for more information. Caregivers Support Group Phone: (614) Support groups for caregivers of older adults. Children & Adolescents Directions for Youth & Families 1515 Indianola Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Anger management for youth, counseling, home-based services, support group for children of murdered parents. Sliding fee scale. Kaleidoscope Youth Center 1904 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Drop-in center for youth 20 and younger specifically dealing with the LGBTQ population or youth questioning sexual orientation. Nationwide Children s Hospital Behavioral Health Services 700 Children s Drive Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) or Toll Free: Fax: (614) Individual counseling for children only, divorce services, Family support program, home-based services, community support program, assessment and treatment of ADD

18 18 89 Children & Adolescents Seniors Star Project II 1621 N. 4th St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Homeless youth drop-in center. Provides substance abuse counseling, laundry, shower, and TV lounge to youth St. Vincent Family Centers 1490 E. Main St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) CPST mental health case-management, home-based services, partial hospitalization, deaf services, extended day services. Lutheran Social Services Parkside Senior Living Community 730 N. Spring Rd., Westerville, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Affordable housing for older adults and disabled individuals who are 62 and older or are hearing impaired or physically handicapped. Rebuilding Together 2771 E. 4th Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Senior Independence 6555 Busch Blvd., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Upper Arlington Commission on Aging 3600 Tremont Rd., Upper Arlington, Ohio Phone: (614) Website:

19 88 19 Seniors Clothing Pantries/Material Assistance Elder Focus with NCMHS 1301 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: American Red Cross 995 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Heritage Day Health Centers 3341 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Services for Seniors, regardless of their ability to pay. Occupational therapy, assistance with ADL s, therapeutic activities, meals and transportation. Lifecare Alliance 1699 W. Mound St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Health and nutrition services while promoting independent living through home and community based programs to older adults, the chronically ill, and disabled residents. Meals on Wheels, visiting RN, visiting pharmacist, dieticians, therapists, homemakers, and home health aides serve homebound adults. Center for New Directions 199 E. Rich St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Charity Newsies 4300 Indianola Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Mission: That no child shall be kept out of school for lack of clothing. Material Assistance Providers Furniture Bank 118 S. Yale Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website:

20 20 87 Clothing Pantries/Material Assistance Maternity Resource Center, Grace Baptist Church 3475 Paris Blvd. Westerville, Ohio Phone: (614) Maternity Resource Center, Immanuel Baptist Church 3417 Palmetto Street Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Hours: Wednesdays 6:30 pm-8:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am-12:00 pm Neighborhood Services 1950 N. 4th St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Benefit bank offers help with applying for benefits and preparing tax returns. Children s clothing room and food pantry. New Life United Methodist Church Clothing Pantry 25 W. 5th Ave Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Seniors Active Day of Columbus 2100 Bethel Rd., Columbus, Ohio Adult daycare center. Phone: (614) A Place for Mom 5055 Thompson Rd., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (888) Housing search assistance for seniors at no cost. Serves 55+ or any adult who needs nursing home placement. Alzheimer s Association 1379 Dublin Rd., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) /hr. Helpline: Website: Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging 174 E. Long St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website:

21 86 21 Private Counselors that take Medicaid/Medicare and/or Private Insur- Mid-Ohio Psychological Services 2238 S. Hamilton Rd. #200, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Individual counseling and a nurse practioner. Takes Medicaid, Molina, CareSource, and private pay; but no private insurance or Medicare. North Central Family Focus 1301 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Medicaid only, no private insurance. Client pays in cash and gets reimbursed from their insurance company. Touchstone Counseling Services 1625 Bethel Rd. Suite 103, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) x1 Website: No Medicaid/Medicare, only private insurance, no doctors. Clothing Pantries/Material Assistance Sheppard s Place Free Store 1729 Brice Rd. Reynoldsburg, Ohio Phone: (614) Trinity Baptist Church 461 St. Claire Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: United Methodist Free Store 946 Parsons Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Victory Ministries Inc Switzer Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: West Second Avenue Presbyterian Church 237 W. 2nd Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614)

22 22 85 Community Centers/Outreach Programs Clintonville Beechwold Community Resources Center 14 W. Lakeview Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Food pantry, emergency material assistance, advocacy and referral, senior supportive services, transportation to medical appointments, after school youth programs. Central Community House 1150 E. Main St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Gladden Community House 183 Hawkes Ave Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Neighborhood-based settlement house serving the Franklinton community, food pantry, senior services, after school and recreational problems for children. Private Counselors that take Medicaid/Medicare and/or Private Insur- Lighthouse Counseling Services 2085 Mecca Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Mental health counseling: anger management, counseling, perpetrator domestic violence counseling. Sliding fee scale, self-pay, and private insurance. Lilly, Stoneburner and Arthur 1910 Crown Park Ct. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Outpatient therapy and counseling, accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance; has 2 psychiatrists that do not accept any form of insurance, full pay only and the client collects from their insurance company. Has evening and Saturday hours. Lowenstein and Associates 691 S. 5th St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) or (614) Fax: (614) Website: Outpatient counseling for children and adults, also family counseling and AoD counseling. No psychiatrist on staff. Does not accept Medicaid/Medicare. Private insurance only

23 84 23 Private Counselors that take Medicaid/Medicare and/or Private Insur- Apex Counseling Services 5310 E. Main St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) or (614) Fax: (614) Website: Counseling only, no doctors, does not take Medicaid at this time but takes all private insurance. Crossroads Recovery Services 1634 S. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Mental health counseling: anger management, counseling, perpetrator domestic violence counseling. Sliding fee scale, self-pay, and private insurance. Life Counseling Services 760 S. Yearling Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) AoD evaluations and counseling, mental health counseling. No doctors. Community Centers/Outreach Programs Godman Guild 303 E. Sixth Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: J Ashburn Jr. Youth Center 85 S. Clarendon Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Community based youth development agency providing yearround programming for those in the Hilltop area. Neighborhood House 1000 Atcheson St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: AoD programs, GED and literacy education, day care Services, youth services, family health services, women s resource center, temporary housing, food pantry, crisis Services

24 24 83 Community Centers/Outreach Programs St. Sophia Eastern Orthodox Cathedral 1493 Indianola Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Pastoral counseling and referrals; provides crisis intervention, resource referral and spiritual guidance to individuals and families in zip code. Offers after school meals and yearround programming for children in zip code. St. Stephen s Community House 1500 E. 17th Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: After school activities for youth, counseling programs for area families, employment services, housing, day care, senior citizen center, parenting classes, and emergency crisis intervention. Salvation Army 966 E. Main St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) W. Mound St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Cleveland Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: 24 Prescription Help Other Programs Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio, Inc. About the program: Helps people with limited income get free medication. You qualify if: You live in Franklin County Your income is less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline. You are uninsured or you cannot afford the prescription co-pays. We will accept: Official referrals from clinics and social service and social service agencies. *Referrals can be called in, or faxed ( ) or by . All these need to include patient s name & contact information. The first 6 walk-in patients on Mondays and Tuesdays. The first 3 walk-in patients on Fridays. We are open: Mondays. 9:00am-4:00pm, Wednesdays, 9:00am-4:00pm; and Fridays, 9:00am-1:00pm. You will need to bring: Proof that you live in Franklin County Proof of your income If you do not have these items, you need an official letter, on official letterhead, from a social service agency attesting to identity, residency or income. For more information: Call (614) or go to 83

25 82 25 The Breathing Association About the program: Helps people 55 years and over with lung disease, diabetes, heart and mental illness related medications. Cannot have received $250 in assistance for the last 6 months. You qualify if: Prescription Help Other Programs You are over 55 years of age and over You have been diagnosed with a chronic lung disease, diabetes, heart or mental illness. You must have a current doctor s prescription. You need assistance paying for medication or covering copay on medications. Your total household income is within 200% Federal guidelines for low-income help. Not limited to Franklin County residents. To apply and for additional information, please call (614) Community Centers/Outreach Programs Stowe Baptist Center 911 Parsons Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Dental Clinic Provides emergency dental care and follow-up services to adults. First come first serve basis. Monday s 5:30-7:30, 1st and 3rd Thursday 5:30-7:30. Eye Clinic-Provide eye exams and vouchers for eye glasses. Appointment required, donations requested. Call and leave phone #. Meal Site-Free hot meal Monday-Friday from 11:00am- 12:30pm. Christian Women s Job Corp.-Provides skills and job training for women. Tutoring-Grades 1-12 from 6:00pm-7:30pm J.O.I.N. About the program: No more than $50 paid to the pharmacy for prescription medicines (No over-the-counter drugs) or medical supplies. You qualify if: You are a low-income person with a life threatening emergency. To apply: Call (614) or go to 578 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio

26 26 81 Counseling on a Sliding Scale/Free Center for Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy of Greater Columbus 4624 Sawmill Rd., Columbus, Ohio Beecher Crossing N., Suite C, Gahanna, Ohio Phone: (614) Offer counseling services for individuals, couples, children and families. Testing for ADHD, learning, personality, etc. Takes most private insurances. Catholic Social Services 197 E. Gay St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Counseling for mental health, no AoD counseling, homemaker services, food pantry and support services for the Latino population, pregnancy support, senior services (W. Broad St ), transportation for seniors, no medical services. Takes Medicaid, Molina, CareSource and any private health insurance. Sliding fee down to $60 if no health insurance. Prescription Help Mail Order Generic Medication Program Rx Outreach About the program: This is a nationwide program. It provides help with purchasing a list of 55 generic reasonable costs--$20 for a 180 day supply of many different medicines, and the medications will be mailed directly to you. You qualify if: You are a US citizen or legal resident You are have income less than $32,670/yr. for single person, $44,130/yr. for a family of 2, $55,590/yr. for a family of 3, $67,050/yr. for a family of 4. To apply: Call or go to for an application and to view the list of medications that can be purchased. Child and Adult Guidance Center 1570 Cleveland Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) If client does not have insurance, the cost is $30 a visit for counseling and to see a doctor

27 80 27 Prescription Help Medication/Prescription Assistance Prescription Help About the program: This is a prescription assistance program. There is a $15 service charge per medication per month. There is no application fee. You qualify if: You earn $30,000 or less per year as a single individual, or $50,000 or less as a couple. You do not have prescription insurance coverage, but may have health insurance. You may have a discount prescription drug card and still qualify. You do not participate in Medicaid. You are experiencing financial hardship. To apply: Call or Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit (Part D) Numbers to call if you need help or have questions are: Medicare: Call Medicare at or go to COAAA at or go to OSHIIP at or go to WhatIsOshiip.pdf. For help completing Medicare D paperwork, call the Ohio Benefit Bank at and you will be directed on where you can go for help. Social Security (Medicare D Low Income Subsidy): Call Social Security at or go to 80 Counseling on a Sliding Scale/Free Concord Counseling 774 Parkmeadow Rd. Westerville, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Assessment: (614) x205 Delaware County: (800) Website: Non-SMD case management, anger management, senior program, AoD counseling SOS-Survivors of Suicide support group-monthly group for family & friends who have lost someone to suicide. Schizophrenics Anonymous Families in Touch-support group for family and friends of the chronically mentally ill. Crossroads Recovery Services 1364 S. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Mental health counseling: anger management, counseling, perpetrator domestic violence counseling. Sliding fee scale, self pay, and private insurance. 27

28 28 79 Counseling on a Sliding Scale/Free Dublin Counseling Center 299 Cramer Court Dublin, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Anger management counseling, AoD counseling and education, At a Loss support group Jewish Family Services 1070 College Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Domestic Violence Prevention: (614) Career & Workforce Development: (614) Website: Outpatient counseling for children and adults, no AoD counseling. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. No sliding fee scale, only full payment or insurance Mt. Carmel Crime & Trauma Assistance Program 777 W. State St. #506 Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Counseling for a traumatic event or a traumatic loss that occurred in the last 6 months. Cannot have a pending DV charge. Prescription Help Medication/Prescription Assistance & Paperwork Help Prescription Access About the program: Help with chronic medications for people 60 or over. Handles Medication Assistance Program (MAP) applications. Enrollment cost is $15/year. MAP fee is $15 for 3 prescriptions and $1 for each added one over 3. If there is not a MAP application available, a discounted medication program is offered. You must pay the cost of the discounted medications (discounts can be large). You qualify if: You are 60 years of age or older You are a Franklin County resident You are at or below 200% of the poverty level (for a single person-$1552 or less a month in income). You do not have prescription coverage You can show proof of income and a photo ID To apply: Call or got to

29 78 29 Prescription Help Drug Assistance Program Eligibility Help Benefits Check Up Rx About the program: This provides information about brand name and generic drug Patient Assistance Programs, Medicare Part D and Medicare Part D Extra Help. It also has information about other benefit programs. You qualify if: Anyone can use this program but you need access to the internet. To use the program: Go to Partnership for Prescription Assistance About the program: This is a free clearinghouse for many public and private patient assistance programs including the ones offered by drug companies for brand name and generic medicines. It provides a quick way to find out of you qualify for free or nearly-free prescription medicine. It also helps begin the application process. The program also helps patients contact government programs such as Medicaid, Medicare and SCHIP and assists Medicare beneficiaries with information about the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit (Part D). You qualify if: You do not have prescription drug coverage and have a limited income. To use the program or to apply: Call or go to Counseling on a Sliding Scale/Free North Community Counseling Centers Central Phone: (614) Website: The Bridge 4897 Karl Road Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Northland 1495 Morse Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Worthington 6565 Worthington-Galena Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) West Side 3025 W. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Mental health and AoD counseling, also has a doctor that will see established clients. Accepts Medicaid and has a sliding fee scale when funding is available

30 30 Counseling on a Sliding Scale/Free Northwest Counseling Services 1560 Fishinger Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Counseling for adults, families, AoD services, older adult program, home-sharing. Sounding Board 3120 E. Main St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Mental health counseling, counseling for domestic violence perpetrators and sex offenders. Accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and has a sliding fee scale. STOP Inc. 523 E. Engler St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Specialized therapeutic offender programming. Assessments and classes for domestic violence offenders and sexual Offenders. Cannot have a pending DV charge Prescription Help Discount Cards Franklin County Prescription Discount Card About the program: Franklin County makes the free prescription cards available under a program sponsored by the National Association of Counties (NACo). Card holders can save an average of 25% off the retail price. Cards are available at all public buildings including libraries, county buildings and senior centers or can be requested online. These can be used by all Franklin County residents, regardless of age, income, or existing health coverage. They are accepted at most pharmacies. A national network of participating retail pharmacies also honors the cards. For more information on the card or to get a complete list of Franklin County pharmacies that accept the card, please call or got to Ohio s Best Rx About the program: Ohio s Best Rx is a prescription discount card eligible to Ohioans of any age. It includes almost all brand name and generic drugs. There is no application fee or enrollment fee. This state sponsored program run by the Ohio Department of Aging. There are more than 2,700 participating pharmacies as well as a mail order option. Ohio s Best Rx can also be used during Medicaid Part D doughnut hole when prescription costs are 100% out of pocket. You qualify if: You area n Ohio resident, have no prescription drug coverage AND: You are under age 60 and you have an income of 300% federal poverty level or less OR You are under age 60 and you have a total payment disability as defined by the Social Security Administration, OR You are 60 years of age or older regardless of income. Call or go to to apply, check drug pricing and find pharmacy locations. 77

31 76 Prescription Help Costco Pharmacy Costco Membership Program About the program: Features a preferred drug list of select branded and generic medications that offer discounts over Costco s regular prices. You qualify if: You are a Costco member or a dependent of one, (the yearly membership fee is $50), and have no insurance coverage for prescription drugs. To apply: Go to the store located at 1500 Gemini Place, Columbus, Ohio (near Polaris) to join Costco at the front desk and complete the CMPP application in the Pharmacy Department. The phone number for the Pharmacy at Gemini Place is (614) For more information: Go to or call There are links on the page that direct you to a list of savings examples and a list of covered medications. Non-members can use the Pharmacy at Costco. Only members are eligible for the CMPP. Together Rx Access About the program: Helps qualified individuals save costs on a large list of prescription drugs. Sponsored by 19 large drug companies. You qualify if: You are a legal U.S. Resident You have an income of $45, 000 for a single person, $60, 000 for a family of 2, $75,000 for a family of 3 You have no prescription drug coverage (public or private) You are not eligible for Medicare To apply: Call or go to Drop-In Centers Kaleidoscope Youth Center 1904 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Drop-in center for youth 20 and younger specifically dealing with the LGBTQ population or youth questioning sexual orientation. OSU Star House 1621 N. 4th St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (888) Fax: (614) Daytime drop-in center for homeless young people ages Partners in Active Living 162 W. 5th Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Croups and classes for recreation and socialization. The PEER Center 1221 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio W. 5th St. Columbus, Ohio East Center Phone: (614) North Center Phone: (614) Website: Drop-in center for recreation and socialization. 31

32 32 75 Emergency Shelters Prescription Help Capital Crossroads 20 E. Broad St., Suite 100 Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Columbus Coalition Against Family Violence 655 E. Livingston Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Columbus Coalition for the Homeless 96 N. 22nd St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Community Shelter Board (Information only) 111 W. Liberty St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Reduced Cost Pharmacy Programs About these programs: All of these pharmacies require a doctor s prescription. Ask your doctor if any generic drugs can meet your health needs. Check with the store pharmacy nearest you for more details about their program. Here are the costs of these programs: CVS: Pharmacy Health Savings Pass, join for $15/year. After that the cost is $11.99 for a 90 day supply. Giant Eagle: $4 for a 30 day supply and $10 for a 90 day supply, free antibiotics. K-Mart: Prescription Savings Club $10/year, $15 for a 90 day supply. Kroger: $4 for a 30 day supply and $10 for a 90 day supply. Meijer: Free antibiotics and pre-natal vitamins. $4 for a 30 day supply, free Metformin (for Type II diabetes). Sam s Club: $4 for a 30 day supply and $10 for a 90 day supply. Target: $4 for a 30 day supply and $10 for a 90 day supply. Walgreen s: Prescription Savings Club, join for $20/year for individual and $35/year for family. After that cost is $12 for a 90 day supply. Wal-Mart: $4 for a 30 day supply and $10 for a 90 day supply Faith Mission 151 N. 6th St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) x151 Website:

33 74 33 Meal Sites/Food Pantries Stowe Mission of Central Ohio 888 Parsons Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 am-3:45 pm Website: Referral from Hands On Central Ohio. Requires Picture ID for all adults, and proof of address (lease or utility). Proof of residents for children (health card or birth certificate). United Methodist Free Store 946 S. Parsons Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 10:00 am-12:30 pm Wednesday 1:00 pm-3:30 pm Website: Victory Ministries 2955 Switzer Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Hours: Tuesday 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 2nd & 4th Saturday 10:00 am-12:30 pm Call for an appointment. Food Pantry and Free Clothing Store: Monday-Friday (Open the last 15 weekdays of each month). I.D. needed for services, along with proof of address. Services available to all zip codes. Please contact for further information. 74 Emergency Shelters Nancy s Place Faith Mission 325 E. Long St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (888) Fax: (614) Rebecca s Place Intake by phone only Phone: (614) Volunteers of America Family Services 1751 E. Long St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Emergency & permanent supportive housing for families. Volunteers of America Men s/veterans Services 624 Harmon Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) YWCA Homeless Family Intake Center 900 Harvey Court Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: 33

34 34 73 GED Preparation/Vocational Training Alvis House Community Reentry Center 1991 Bryden Rd. Phone: (614) Career counseling for ex-offenders. Center for New Directions 370 S. 5th St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Career education, consultation, training, and clothes closet. Columbus Literacy Council 92 Jefferson Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Meal Sites/Food Pantries Salvation Army in Central Ohio 2300 W. Mound St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Wednesday & Friday 11:00 am-12:30 pm Website: Serving residents in the Hilltop area. Serving America First 379 W. 8th Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) (800) Website: Vegetarian food pantry and free vegetarian dinner. Free help with reading and writing. Columbus State Community College Center for Workforce Development 315 Cleveland Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Shiloh Baptist Church 720 Mt. Vernon Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Free Saturday lunch from 11:30am-12:30pm. Program helps students prepare for the GED test, and builds skills that they need to succeed in college and the workplace

35 72 35 Meal Sites/Food Pantries St. John s Episcopal Church 1003 W. Town St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Cafeteria style meal, Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm GED Preparation/Vocational Training Columbus Urban League 788 Mt. Vernon Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Career development services, GED preparation, scholarship applications. St. John s Evangelical Protestant Church 59 E. Mound St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Columbus Works Inc Trailway St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Intensive job training and placement. Free weekly community lunch on Wednesdays at noon. Optional 15 min. communion serve preceding lunch. St. Stephen s Community House Choice Food Pantry 1500 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday-Friday 12:00 pm-3:30 pm (Sign-in) Monday-Friday 1:00 pm-3:45 pm Website: Walk-ins. Requires picture ID and Proof of address (lease or utility). COVA (Center of Vocational Alternatives) 3770 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: A contract agency with BVR (Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation) for job training. No obligation orientation every Tuesday and Thursday at 1:30 pm, no registration required, but come minutes early

36 36 71 GED Preparation/Vocational Training New Directions Career Center 199 E. Rich St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Employment assistance and career education and development. Ohio State of Rehabilitation Services Commission (Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation) BVR North Office: 2012 Kenny Road, Suite 201 Columbus, Ohio (614) South Office: 899 E. Broad Street, Suite 200 Columbus, Ohio (614) Vocational counseling and work adjustment training to persons with disabilities who qualify. St. John Learning Center 640 S. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) x239 Website: Meal Sites/Food Pantries Rehoboth Temple 1111 E. Long St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Referral from Hands On Central Ohio. Provides meals to the community every 4th Wednesday of the month. Contact location for more details. Also provides emergency referrals for food, shelter, abuse and more. You may also visit for a comprehensive listing of services. RJ Hairston Sr. Community Outreach Pantry 1417 Brentnell Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Tuesday 6:30 am-7:30 pm 2nd & 4th Saturday 11:00 am-1:00 pm Website: Walk-ins. Requires picture ID, Proof of income and Proof of address (lease or utility bill). Proof of resident for children (health record and grade card). St. Joseph Cathedral 212 E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Provides sandwich and an apple twice a day. Monday- Sunday 9:30am-10:00am and 4:00pm-4:30pm

37 70 37 Meal Sites/Food Pantries Neighborhood Services Food Pantry 1950 N. 4th St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:00 am-1:00 pm Website: Walk-ins. Requires Picture ID and proof of address (lease or utility bill). Proof for children (birth certificate or medical card). Northside Food Pantry 4664 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Saturday 9:30 am-11:30 am Website: Walk-ins. Requires picture ID, Proof of income and Proof of address (lease or utility bill). Birth certificates for children. Open Shelter 61 E. Mound St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 am-2:00 pm Website: Health/Vision/Dental Care Free Clinics Columbus Medical Association Columbus Public Health 240 Parsons Ave. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday evenings. Sign in 4:30pm. Do not come before 4:30pm. Website: Free walk-in clinic. No appointment/id needed. Does not provide on-going care. Must be Franklin County resident, uninsured & at 200% poverty or below (by self report). Helping Hands Health & Wellness Center 1421 Morse Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) to make an appointment Hours: 1st & 3rd Fridays of the month. Registration begins at 4:00pm Free clinic. Must be Franklin County resident, uninsured and at 200% of poverty or below (by self report). Faith based. Appointments preferred. Walk-ins seen, but only after appointments. Referral from Hands On Central Ohio 70 37

38 38 69 Health/Vision/Dental Care Free Clinics Latino Health Network La Clinica Latina 2331 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Tuesday evenings. Call for dates when new walk-in patients will be next seen. Free full service health clinic for Spanish speaking individuals. Provides on-going comprehensive health care including gynecological care for women. (No OB care). Also provides dental care. Mt. Carmel Medical Center Mt. Carmel Outreach Program Call for locations for outreach coach Phone: (614) Hours: Call for times for outreach coach Traveling outreach coach provides free exams and related services. Meal Sites/Food Pantries Mifflin Presbyterian Church 123 Granville St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: 1st & 3rd Thursday 6:00 pm-8:00 pm 2nd & 4th Wednesday 9:00 am-12:00 pm Last Tuesday 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Website: Referrals from Hands On Central Ohio. Near Northside Emergency Material Assistance Program 1064 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: 1st-19th-Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8:45 am-11:45 am 20-end of month-monday Friday 8:45 am-11:45 am Website: Walk-ins. Requires picture ID, Proof of income and Proof of address (lease or utility bill)

39 68 39 Meal Sites/Food Pantries LifeCare Alliance Columbus Cancer Clinic 1699 W. Mound St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday & Wednesday 9:00 am-3:45 pm Thursday & Friday 9:00 am-3:45 pm Website: Applications only. Requires Picture ID and proof of address (lease or utility bill). LifeCare Alliance Groceries to Go Food Pantry 670 Harmon Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday & Wednesday 9:00 am-3:45 pm Thursday & Friday 9:00 am-3:45 pm Walk-ins. Requires picture ID, Proof of income and Proof of address (lease or utility bill). Mt. Olive Baptist Church 428 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Hunger Outreach/Clothing Bank open every Friday from 12:00pm-2:00pm. Food pantry available on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm. Use the rear Cherry street entrance to the fellowship hall. 68 Health/Vision/Dental Care Free Clinics Ohio State University Medical Center Clinics Asian Health Initiative Free Clinic 2231 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Monday evenings 4:30pm-7:30pm. Call for appointment. Free clinic that focuses on serving needs of the Asian community. Provides on-going health care. No walk-ins. Ohio State University Medical Center Clinics Columbus Free Clinic 2231 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Thursday evenings only. 25 patients seen on first come, first served basis. Names are taken at 5:15. Patients will begin to be seen at 6:00pm. Free walk-in clinic. Does not provide on-going care. This clinic does not provide immunizations, TB or STD/HIV testing. 39

40 40 67 Health/Vision/Dental Care Vineyard Free Chiropractic Clinic Cooper Road 6000 Cooper Rd. Westerville, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only Call Fridays, 10:00-10:30am to schedule appointments Provide evaluation and short term care for those in pain involving the head, neck, back or joints. No x-rays. Does not provide on-going care. Vineyard Free Dental Clinic 171 E. 5th Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Thursday evening, first come, first served Registration begins at 5:30pm for evening clinics. Lines form early. Provide dental exams, fillings, extractions and cleanings. No wisdom teeth, bridgework, orthodontics or dentures. Vineyard Free Dental Clinic 6000 Cooper Rd. Westerville, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointments only Provide dental exams, fillings, extractions and cleanings. No wisdom teeth, bridgework, orthodontics or dentures. Call Fridays, 9:00-9:45am to schedule appointments Meal Sites/Food Pantries Holy Family Church 584 W. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 am-12:30 pm Website: Walk-ins. Requires documents for all, no social security cards and birth certificate for children. Inner City Ministries 842 Sullivant Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Tuesday Wednesday 9:00 am-11:00 am Friday 9:00 am-11:00 am Walk-ins. Requires Picture ID and proof of address (lease or utility bill). LifeCare Alliance 1966 W. Mound St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 am-11:30 pm Website: Walk-ins. Requires picture ID & proof of address (lease or utility bill)

41 66 41 Meal Sites/Food Pantries Healthy Worthington Resource Center/Food Pantry 445 East-Dublin Granville Rd. OSU/Harding campus Building G Worthington, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Mondays 10:00 am-12:00 pm Wednesday 4:00 pm-6:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am-12:30 pm Website: Intake: Seniors. Telephone or go to website to fill out form. Requires Photo ID, Proof of income, Proof of address (lease or utility bill) for the last 30 days and a Dr. statement. Health/Vision/Dental Care Vineyard Free Medical Clinic 6000 Cooper Rd. Westerville, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: 1st & 3rd Tuesday evenings of each month Walk-in, first come, first served patients will be seen. Sign-in begins at 5:30pm, line forms early. Provide diagnosis and treatment of illnesses only. Basic work physicals available by calling prior to coming to clinic. No lab tests, injections or x-rays. Vineyard Free Medical Clinic 171 E. 5th Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Wednesday evenings Walk-in, first come, first served patients will be seen. Sign-in begins at 5:30pm, line forms early. Provide diagnosis and treatment of illnesses only. No lab tests, injections, physicals or x-rays. Holy Cross Church (St. Lawrence Haven) 204 S. 5th St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: Packaged food and bread, Monday-Friday, 1:30pm-3:00pm Vineyard Free Vision Clinic 171 E. 5th Ave., Columbus, Ohio Cooper Rd., Westerville, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only. Free eye exams and information for obtaining discounted eye glasses. Call Fridays, 10:00-10:30am to schedule appointments 66 41

42 42 65 Health/Vision/Dental Care Primary HealthCare for Adults w/limited Income Capital Park Family Health Center 2150 Agler Rd. Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) for appointments Hours: By appointment only Sliding scale fees for those who qualify. Serves adults, children and seniors. There is a $10.00 minimum co-payment for those without health insurance. All insurances including Medicaid, Medicare, Anthem Blue, Molina and CareSource accepted Columbus Neighborhood Health Center, Inc. Hours: By appointment only. Call the center best for you. Columbus Northeast Center 3433 Agler Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43219, (614) East Central 1180 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio 43205, (614) John Maloney Health Center 3781 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio 43207, (614) St. Stephen s Health Center 1500 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43219, (614) Meal Sites/Food Pantries First English Lutheran Church 1015 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Hours: Thursday 6:00 pm Sunday (McAllister entrance) 9:30 am Gladden Community House 183 Hawkes Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Hours: Monday & Wednesday 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9:00 am-3:00pm Walk-ins. Requires picture ID and proof of address (lease or utility) for residents West of the river only. Provides integrated, comprehensive primary care. Sliding fee scale based on income and family size. Accepts patients with Medicaid, Medicare, CareSource, Molina, Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross/Blue Shield and United HealthCare

43 64 43 Meal Sites/Food Pantries Faith Mission 315 E. Long St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Breakfast: 6:30am-10:00am Lunch: 11:30am-1:30pm Dinner: 5:30pm-8:15pm Community Pantry 3960 Brookham Drive, Grove City, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Tuesday & Friday 12:00 pm-3:00 pm Tuesday & Friday 4:00 pm-8:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am-1:00 pm Walk-ins. Requires picture ID and proof of address (lease or utility bill). First Community Church 1320 Cambridge Blvd., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 am-11:30 am Website: Walk-ins. Requires picture ID and proof of address (lease or utility bill). Health/Vision/Dental Care Primary HealthCare for Adults w/limited Income Grant Hospital Grant Outpatient Care Center 393 E. Town St., Suite 116, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only Accepts patients with Medicaid, Medicare or no private Insurance. Must complete application for financial assistance. LifeCare Alliance 1699 W. Mound St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) for English (614) for Spanish Hours: By appointment only Tuesday s Only: Spanish interpreter available from 9:00am-1:00pm & 2:00pm-6:00pm. Community clinic where Certified Nurse Practitioner provides primary health care to adults ages 18 and above. No work physicals given. Does not see pregnant women. There is now a $5.00 charge per visit. Accepts Medicare and Medicaid

44 44 63 Health/Vision/Dental Care Primary HealthCare for Adults w/limited Income Lower Lights Christian Health Center, Inc W. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only Community health center providing family practice services. Provides adult/pediatric well and sick care and chronic disease management. Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, CareSource, Molina and Anthem Medicaid. Sliding fee for the uninsured, but there is a minimum $5.00 fee per visit. Mt. Carmel Medical Center Holy Rosary-St. John Health Station 661 S. Champion, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) call for appointment Hours: Tues, Thur. 8:00am-4:00pm by appointment only Mt. Carmel Medical Center First Church of God 3480 Refugee Rd., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) call for appointment Hours: Mon, Wed. 8:00am-4:00pm by appointment only Meal Sites/Food Pantries Clinton-Beechwold Community Resource Center 14 W. Lakeview Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday & Friday 12:00 pm-4:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 pm-7:00 pm Wednesday 12:00 pm-4:00pm Website: Walk-ins. Requires picture ID and proof of address (lease or utility bill). Community Kitchen 640 S. Ohio Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) x237 Fax: (614) Website: Breakfast: Monday-Saturday, 8:00am-9:00am Lunch: Monday-Saturday, 11:30am-12:45pm Dinner: Salvation Army truck distributes boxed take home meals on Saturday and Sunday 5:00pm-6:00pm in the parking area behind kitchen. Medicare, Medicaid, CareSource accepted. Financial assistance for those who qualify

45 62 45 Meal Sites/Food Pantries Broad Street Methodist Manna Café & Open Shelter 501 East Broad St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: (call first) 5:30 pm-6:30 pm Wednesdays 5:30 pm-6:30 pm Website: Canal Winchester Community 360 W. Waterloo St., Canal Winchester, Oh Phone: (614) Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 5:30 pm-6:30 pm Wednesdays 6:30 pm-7:30 pm Walk-in basis. Requires a picture ID and proof of address (lease or utility bill). Central Presbyterian Church 132 S. 3rd St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Tue, Wed, Thur., 11:00am-11:30am Packaged food (go to kitchen door on the North side). Health/Vision/Dental Care Primary HealthCare for Adults w/limited Income Ohio State University Medical Center OSU Family Practice on South High 1405 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only This center sees adults and children. Financial assistance available. Ohio State University Medical Center South High Center for Primary Care 1392 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only Run by OSU & Children s Hospital. Sees adults and children. Financial assistance available. Riverside Methodist Hospital 500 Thomas Lane, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only Sliding fee scale. Bring I.D. (drivers license, etc.) & 6 month income verification. Accepts new OB patients with proof of Pregnancy

46 46 61 Health/Vision/Dental Care Primary HealthCare for Adults w/limited Income Columbus Health Department Women s Health Clinic (Women Only) Hours: By appointment only East Clinic 240 Parsons Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) North Clinic-1309 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) West Clinic-3556 Sullivant Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Health/Vision/Dental Care Other Health Related Services Access Health Columbus Voluntary Care Network Phone: (614) Website: Residents of zip codes 43204,43205,43206,43207,43215, and who are at 200% of poverty or below and have no other source of health insurance can receive assistance with coordinating of health care needs. Job/Family Services Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services 1721 Northland Park Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Website: East Community Opportunity Center 1055 Mt. Vernon Ave. (614) North Community Opportunity Center 345 E. 5th Ave. (614) Northeast Community Opportunity Center 3443 Agler Rd. (614) South Community Opportunity Center 3723 S. High St. (614) West Community Opportunity Center 314 N. Wilson Rd. (614) Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services administers a variety of county, state and federal financial, medical, and social service programs. The department serves over 65,000 each month. Those interested in applying for Medicaid or other assistance programs will need to contact the FCDJFS office closest to where they live. Call first, for an appointment

47 60 47 Immigration/Refugee Services Economic & Community Development Institute 1655 Old. Leonard Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services 1060 Mt. Vernon Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Ohio Hispanic Coalition 3556 Sullivant Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Somali Community Association of Ohio 3422 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) USTogether 2021 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. #190, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) World Relief 4664 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Health/Vision/Dental Care Other Health Related Services Health Care for the Homeless (For individuals with established homeless status) East Central 1180 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) 5546 Medical Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Dental Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:45am-5:00pm Vision Hours: Mon, Wed, Thur., 8:00am-5:00pm & Tuesday s 8:00am-7:00pm Columbus Northeast Health Center 3433 Agler Rd., Suite 2800, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Columbus West Family Health & Wellness 2300 W. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) 2333 Medical Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm John R. Maloney Southside Health Center 3781 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614) St. Stephen s Health Center 1500 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Fax: (614)

48 48 59 Health/Vision/Dental Care Other Health Related Services Pregnancy Care Connection Phone: (614) Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Central scheduling for prenatal care at the Columbus Health Department Perinatal clinics, area hospital clinics & Columbus Neighborhood Health Centers. Victorian Village Urgent Care (Doctors North) 1132 Hunter Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-7:00pm Saturday & Sunday, 9:00am-5:00pm Closed for all major holidays Financial assistance for the facility but not for the doctors bill. Health/Vision/Dental Care Dental Care/Sliding Fee Scale Dental Options Phone: (614) or For application Links people in need with dentists who will treat low-income patients (those who do not qualify for Medicaid) at reduced fees. Hours and locations arranged for eligible individuals. Immigration/Refugee Services Columbus Literacy Council 92 Jefferson Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Community Refugee & Immigration Services East Office 3628 Bexvie Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) North Office 4889 Sinclair Rd. Suite 111, Columbus, Ohio West Office 3000 W. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Dress for Success 1204 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614)

49 58 49 In-Home Care/Transportation Capital Homecare 1000 E. Broad St. 2nd floor, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Specializes in providing in-home health care services to Medicare and Medicaid patients, particularly those with mental illness. Medicaid Cabs Phone: (614) Project Mainstream/COTA Phone: (614) Transportation Resources 1120 Rarig Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Transportation to any destination within Franklin County, all private pay, does not take insurance or waivers, one-way trip costs $ Disability not required. Requires 72-hour notice. Health/Vision/Dental Care Dental Care/Sliding Fee Scale Columbus Public Health Dental Clinic 240 Parsons Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only. 8:00am for same day emergency appointment. Website: Franklin County residents only. Low cost dental care. Fillings, exams, cleanings, extractions (no wisdom teeth), & some root canals (front teeth only). Medicaid and private Insurance accepted. Sliding fee scale based on household income. Bring 2 current pay stubs from household, current electric, gas or phone bill and picture I.D. Please call ahead if you have any questions. East Central Health Center Dental Clinic 1180 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only. 8:00am for same day emergency appointment. Franklin County residents only. Low cost dental care. Fillings, exams, cleanings, extractions (no wisdom teeth), & some root canals (front teeth only). Medicaid and private Insurance accepted. Sliding fee scale based on household income. Bring 2 current pay stubs from household, current electric, gas or phone bill and picture I.D. Please call ahead if you have any questions

50 50 57 Health/Vision/Dental Care Dental Care/Sliding Fee Scale Ohio State University Medical Center OSU Family Practice on South High Dental Clinic 1405 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only. This center sees adults and children. Financial assistance available. Stowe Baptist Church 911 S. Parsons Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) (call Mon. for information) Hours: Monday evenings, first come, first served Doors open at 5:00pm Emergency dental care (extractions only). Donation of $5.00 per extraction requested, but not required. Housing Safe Haven Apartments 1680 Watermark Dr., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Housing for men and women who are homeless and duel diagnosed with mental health and AoD. YWCA 65 S.4th St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Housing for women, WINGS program for women with no income (must have documented homelessness for 120 days); open application day on Tuesday afternoons starting at 1:00pm. YMCA 40 W. Long St., Columbus, Ohio Housing for men for a fee. Phone: (614) x4 Misc. Stoddart Studios-260 S. 4th St. Cols (614) Starr/High Studios-989 N. High St. Cols (614) Chandler Arms-305 N. Gould Rd., Cols (614) Beacon Property-807 E. Broad St. Cols (614) Bryden House-1555 Bryden Rd. Cols (614)

51 56 51 Housing Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority 880 E. 11th Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Website: Low-income and subsidized housing. Commons at Chantry 5500 Millersfield Dr., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Rebuilding Lives program and tax credit properties which means rent is based on income, also accepts section 8. Commons at Grant 398 S. Grant Ave., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Community Housing Network 1680 Watermark Dr., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Supportive housing for mental health consumers and lowincome individuals. Health/Vision/Dental Care Vision Care Columbus Neighborhood Health Center, Inc. East Central Health Center 1180 E. Main St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only. Vision exams. Sliding fee scale based on income and family size. Call to verify insurance plans the center takes. Faith Mission Vision Clinic (in cooperation w/ OSU College of Optometry) 315 E. Long St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) x2107 Hours: Tuesday & Friday, 8:30am-11:30am and 1:00pm-4:00pm. Appointments required. Free comprehensive eye examinations. Serving the homeless living in Faith shelters or others referred by public or nonprofit agencies. Residents of Faith Missions are provided glasses when prescribed. All others will receive a copy of their glasses prescriptions & a list of community resources at completion of eye exam. Glasses repaired when possible on a walk-in basis

52 52 55 Health/Vision/Dental Care Vision Care Ohio State University Medical Center OSU Family Practice on South High Vision Clinic 1405 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) Hours: By appointment only. This center sees adults and children. Financial assistance available. Vision Care Fund OSU College of Optometry Phone: (614) Free eye exams & glasses to qualified individuals. Call and leave a message with a working phone number and the best times to reach you. Calls are returned weekly. When called, questions will be asked about income to see if you qualify. Vision USA Phone: (800) Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm EST, Monday-Friday Free eye exam and glasses ($20.00 administrative fee for glasses) to children and adults who qualify. This includes having a job or living in a household with one working member, having no vision insurance, having an income below an established level based on household income and not having an eye exam in 2 years. Application in English and Spanish is available online at or application can be done by phone. Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program About the program: Program works with cities, states and community based organizations to provide HIV related services to those who have no sufficient health coverage or financial resources for coping with HIV disease. Eligibility Requirements: HIV positive/proof required (Western Blot, viral load or a letter signed by physician. Gross income must be equal to or less than 300% of Federal Poverty level. Proof of income required (1 months payroll stubs, statement of Government assistance, or a non-income statement). Proof of income must be reviewed every 6 months. Ohio resident/proof of residency required No other means to access or pay for care. All services must be pre-approved by Case Manager Services provided: Access to Dr. visits, diagnostics and monitoring Mental health counseling Oral health care Other services To apply: Call HIV/AIDS 52 55

53 54 53 HIV/AIDS HIV/AIDS Ohio Drug Assistance Program (OHDAP) About the program: Provide medications for the treatment of HIV disease. Program funds may also be used to purchase health insurance for eligible clients and for services that enhance access to, adherence to, and monitoring of drug treatments. Eligibility Requirements: Submit a complete application Ohio resident Gross income must be equal to or less than 300% of Federal Poverty level. If income is 100% of FPL or below a Medical Case Manager is required. Proof of income must be reviewed every 6 months. Provide a copy of your IRS Income transcript for the most recent year. Physician verification form indicating most recent labs signed by the physician. Must be completed within 6 months of completing or updating application. OHDAP is no longer covering monthly spend-downs for clients that are dual eligible ( Medicare and Medicaid). To apply: Call or go to for more information and to download an application. AIDS Resource Center (ARC) 1033 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) or Website: Testing Hours: Monday 1:00 pm-5:30 pm (at Stonewall Columbus) Tuesday-3:30 pm-7:00 pm Wednesday-11:00 am-2:00 pm Thursday-4:00 pm-6:00 pm (1st & 3rd and only by appt. Call ) STD testing also available, please visit website for schedule. All testing is Free, however donations are preferred. National AIDS Hotline Phone: (800) Ohio AIDS Coalition 4400 N. High St. Suite 300, Columbus, Ohio Phone: (614) or (800) Website: