Community Resources
Connecting You To The
Help You Need
We have compiled lists of additional community resources for you including programs
that assist with housing, food, mental wellness, and more.
LSS211 Central Ohio or Dial 211
Search by type of resource needed for specific assistance
Cap4Kids Columbus
Organized by needs for children, but many resources are for adults as well
Impact Community Action
Assistance with a range of needs, including rent/utilities, identification documents, car repair, furniture, bus passes, and record expungement:
711 Southwood Avenue
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 252-2799
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Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services
- Franklin County
1(844)640-6446 - MEDICAID/SNAP
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)/Cash Assistance
- Child Care Benefits – application in various languages
- Emergency Assistance (PRC)
must have child under 18 years old or be pregnant; Maximum amount $1500 for various needs (rent, utilities, car repairs, bus passes, etc). THEY HAVE ADDITIONAL SERVICES FOR COVID IMPACTS.
Provide services and programming for youth, adults, older adults from surrounding neighborhoods:
Central Community House
1150 East Main Street
Columbus, OH
(614) 252-3157
St. Stephen’s Community House
1500 E 17th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 294-6347
Gladden Community House
183 Hawkes Avenue
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 227-1600
Clintonville Community Resource Center
14 W. Lakeview Avenue
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 268-8118
Reeb Avenue Center
280 Reeb Avenue
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 468-9280
Community Development for All People
946 Parsons Avenue
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 445-7342
Columbus Public Health
240 Parsons Avenue
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 645-7417
Immunizations
WALK IN ONLY
COVID, Influenza, Childhood, Adult
(614) 645-8180
Sexual Health Clinic
Appointment or limited walk-in
STI Testing, Emergency Contraception, Pregnancy Testing
(614) 645-7774
See the General Resources section above for additional programs
Netcare Access
24/7 Crisis Support by phone/online chat/walk in.
199 S Central Avenue
Columbus, OH 43223
614-276-2273
Alcohol Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County (ADAMH)
List of providers that are funded to provide low-cost and (sometimes) free treatment services to residents of Franklin County.
(614) 224-1057
Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Search database for local providers 877-275-6364 or 614-466-7228 and also has email function
○ Ohio Careline: toll-free emotional support call service 1-800-720-9616
Columbus Public Health Alcohol and Drug Services
Treatment (Individual and Group Programming): (614) 645-6839
Harm Reduction (Naloxone, Safe Needle): (614) 645-2750
Mental Health America of Ohio
Multiple services including support groups and general concerns about mental health providers (Mental Health Ombudsman)
(614) 221-1441
- Pro Bono Counseling (Limited number of free sessions) – (614) 884-7227
- Support Groups: Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, OCD, Schizophrenia, Maternal Mental Health, Family Support
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
(614) 253-8501
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
(614) 252-1700
SafePoint
1267 W. Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43222.
(614) 460-1406
Tuesday/Wednesday 4:00PM-8:00PM, Saturday 9:00AM-1:00PM
Needle Exchange, STD Screening, Narcan, Linkage to Treatment
See the General Resources section above for additional programs
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – Federal/State program for monthly food purchases. To apply: https://benefits.ohio.gov/
- Online Fillable Forms in Several Languages: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS%2007200/
- Assistance Filling Out SNAP Application: Mid-Ohio Food Collective: (614) 782-5503
- Food Pantries
- Mid-Ohio Food Collective: Central Ohio Food Bank that supplies many local food pantries (614) 782-5503
- Search for food pantry by zip code: https://freshtrak.com/
- List of various local pantries: https://www.foodpantries.org/ci/oh-columbus
- Food Delivery for Older Adults
- Meals on Wheels Lifecare Alliance: (614) 278-3130 or https://www.lifecarealliance.org/programs/meals-on-wheels/
- Meals on Wheels Senior Options: (614) 525-6200
See the General Resources section above for additional programs
Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging
1-800-589-7277
Serves Franklin and surrounding counties; information on Medicare, Medicaid, legal issues, help for caregivers, concerns with nursing homes (Long Term Care Ombudsman)
Senior Options
(614) 525-6200
60 years or older, Franklin County, various services – transportation, food, minor home repair, emergency response
See the General Resources section above for additional programs
Community Properties of Ohio
(CPO Management) (614) 253-0984
Home for Families
Housing and other related services (614) 461-9247
See the General Resources section above for additional programs
Legal Aid Society of Columbus
Online application or (614) 224-8374 or (877) 224-8374; assists with a variety of legal issues – housing, education, reentry, veterans, taxes, family law, and issues for older adults.
- Housing/Eviction (614) 241-2001
- Brief Advice Clinics (614) 241-2001 or (888) 246-4420
Community Mediation Services of Central Ohio
(614) 228-7191
Eviction, Landlord Disputes, Neighbor Disputes, etc.
Online contact form
See the General Resources section above for additional programs
See the General Resources section above for additional programs
Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS)
(614) 235-5747
Legal, citizenship, older immigrants/refugees, English language, employment, etc.
US Together
(614) 437-9941
Citizenship, resettlement, employment, social services, interpreter services, etc.
Riverview International Center
(614) 427-3368
Advocacy, English classes, employment, homework assistance, legal clinic, etc.
Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services (ETSS)
(614) 252-5362
Adults, families, youth supports – all immigrants served
Medicaid
To qualify for Medicaid you must meet the following criteria:
- US Citizenship OR Permanent US Residency (Green Card) for 5 years AND Resident of Ohio
- Meet Income Limits – 2022 Income Requirements can be viewed here.
Apply for Medicaid or call 800-324-8680.
If you have been denied Medicaid, you can appeal; there will be information in your denial letter.
If you missed your redetermination for Medicaid (which is required annually), call the number in your letter.
Medicare
To qualify for Medicare you must be:
- US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident
- Age 65 or older
- Under age 65 but receiving Social Security Disability for at least 2 years
Medicare is a bit complicated. Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging has specific assistance for help with understanding eligibility and other questions. Click here to learn more.
Affordable Care Act
If you do not qualify for Medicaid you may want to pursue a plan through the Healthcare Marketplace. This website has a step by step guide to available programs (and also screens for Medicaid eligibility).
GoodRx Card
- Visit GoodRx.com to check prescription prices and to request a card
- Does not require insurance
- Provides discounts up to 80% on many prescriptions
- Also has mobile phone app for Apple and iOS
SingleCare Card
- Visit SingleCare.com to check prescription prices and a request card. This card is similar to GoodRx Card.
Prescription Assistance Plans
Many pharmaceutical companies have programs to make their medications more affordable – the above link has information for various companies
STEPONE for a HEALTHY PREGNANCY (Columbus Public Health)
Helps link eligible women with prenatal healthcare and other services:
614-721-0009
MOMS2B (Ohio State Wexner Medical Center)
Supports and education for pregnant women and new mothers:
614-292-1605
La Clinica Latina
Free clinic for all spanish and non-spanish speaking individuals
614-349-1038
Hours: Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30pm
Asian Health Initiative Free Clinic
We specialize in caring for Asian-American and Asian immigrant patients. We utilize in-person and electronic translation services and welcome non-English speaking patients.
(614) 216-9730
AHIfreeclinic@gmail.com
Hours: Mondays, 5:30-9pm
Noor Community Clinic
We are a free medical clinic run by volunteer physicians, nurses, and students serving the uninsured and medically underserved populations of Columbus, Ohio.
(614) 516-3075
Hours: Wednesdays, 5-9pm
OhioHealth Wellness on Wheels
Wellness on Wheels provides primary care services for adults and includes annual physicals and wellness exams.
Helping Hands Free Clinic
Physicals are available for work and school by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call (614) 262-5094. Please bring a form of ID and all necessary physical exam paperwork. All physical exams are free.
Vineyard Free Health Clinics
Vineyard Free Health Clinics serve those ages 18 and up who are uninsured OR have Medicaid or are Medicaid eligible with income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Basic work physicals available by calling 614-259-5428 (option 6) prior to coming to the clinic.
The Breathing Association
The free Lung Health Clinic provides caring medical and nursing services from a skilled professional staff. They provide physicals for work, school and sports.
Services
For Patients
CFC is committed to caring for the under-resourced members of the community regardless of their income or insurance coverage. We offer high-quality healthcare to those who do not qualify for any other programs.
