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Fairfield County The
County Resource Directory Click this link: http://www.co.fairfield.oh.us/ |
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The Ohio Benefit Bank Neighbors helping neighbors 1-800-648-1176 |
Trained counselors are available where you live, work, play, and pray. Call today to check your eligibility and find a site near you:
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Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies Community Action Partnership Helping People. Changing Lives.
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The Community Services Network is made up of more than 1,100 local, private, non-profit and public agencies that work to alleviate poverty and empower low-income families in communities throughout the United States. |
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Social Welfare Services Find social and welfare services in your area by entering your zip code at this web site: |
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ActivStyle 1-800-651-6223, x526 |
ActivStyle is a full-service medical supply company that specializes in providing incontinence products to Medicaid recipients. We are committed to helping the underserved Medicaid-eligible patients and their families. Our expertise in understanding technical medical regulations allows us to give you the level of service that you deserve. If you are on Medicaid, most of our products can be provided to you at no cost. ActivStyle has a fully stocked warehouse and maintains a highly trained staff of incontinence specialists to ensure that you can find the products that best suit your level of incontinence. If you qualify, we will do all the billing, obtain the prescriptions from your physician, and complete any other Medicaid paperwork for you. Additionally, we do not charge for shipping the products directly to your home. |
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Lincare 1-800-965-2689 |
Registered dieticians will work with Ohio Medicaid patients who require tube feedings or nutritional supplements to receive their nutrition supplies free. |
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| The Foundation Shelters & Dinners Dinners Shelters 800 West Sixth Avenue Lancaster, Ohio 43130 |
Our
Mission 1. To provide merciful relief
to the suffering part of our community. 2. To provide opportunity
for the community to serve the suffering. The Foundation is dedicated to responding to the Gospel of Jesus Christ*. He calls upon each follower to respond to the needs of the downcast with a merciful heart, supplying not only words, but also and most importantly, deeds. *Matthew 25:31-46 |
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| Ombudsman (Catholic Social Services) 197 E. Gay Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 1-800-536-5891 or 614-221-5891 |
The Ombudsman addresses the concerns of consumers in a variety of long term care settings. by investigating and resolving complaints; Promoting the enforcement of laws and regulations; Advising and recommending policy to sttae andd federal government agencies on long term care issuses; and educating the public, consumers, providers, and policy makers. | ||||||
| Fairfield County Board of Developmental Disabilities 795 College Avenue Lancaster, Ohio 43130 740-652-7720 |
Fairfield Industries provides training and employment services for any Fairfield County resident over 16 years of age who is mentally or developmentally handicapped. They also provide senior services and recreational services to eligible persons. | ||||||
| Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired 86 Columbus, Suite 102 Athens, Ohio 45701 740-592-4411 |
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Child Protective
Serivces Fax: 740-687-6810 To report abuse or neglect: 740-653-4060 |
Services for children include: Intake & investigation of child abuse, neglect, and dependency; Protecetive services for endangered children; In-home casework and homemaker services; Placement services for children in need of protection. |
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| Adult Protective Services Fairfield County Department of Human Services 239 West Main Street Lancastre, Ohio 43130 740-687-6812 |
To respond to and investigate reports of elderly abuse, exploitation or neglect in a timely manner, and to offer assistance where needed |
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Central
Ohio Area Agency on Aging |
For more than 30 years, the Central Ohio Area Agency
on Aging has been a resource for older adults and their families.
COAAA provides information, resources and education to the community,
as well as provides services for older adults to continue independent
living in their own homes. Home-based services include the PASSPORT
and Senior Options Programs. |
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| Crisis Intervention/Mental Health Services Fairfield County ADAMH 1560 Sheridan Dr . Lancaster 740-654-0829 |
Crisis Intervention & Referrals. | ||||||
| Crisis Intervention/Mental Health Services Mid-Ohio Counseling Center 624 E. Main St . Lancaster 740-687-0042 |
Adult, Adolescent, Family and Marital Counseling. Counseling is available for stress, anger management, co-dependence, and substance abuse. Accepts Medicaid as payment source. | ||||||
| Crisis Intervention/Mental Health Services New Horizons Youth and Family Center 1592 Granville Pike Lancaster 740-687-0835 |
Provides comprehensive mental health care for children, adults and families. Sliding scale fee is available for income eligible persons. | ||||||
Information
& Referral http://www.fairfieldcounty211.org Crisis Hotline 740-687-8255 (TALK) Linking people with services in Fairfield County
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Food Fairfield County 2-1-1 (2-1-1) coordinates referrals to food pantries in Fairfield County for individuals and families. To get a food referral, call the 2-1-1 office at 740-687-0500 or 2-1-1 anytime between 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday. An I&R Specialist will review the different pantries and you can choose which pantry (within guidelines) you would like to visit. When you arrive at the food pantry, you will need social security cards for all members of the family and a photo ID for all adults as well as proof of Fairfield County residency. Eye Glasses In partnership with The Lions Club and Gift of Sight, Fairfield County 2-1-1 provides assistance for eye glasses and in some cases, eye exams. Qualifications for eye glasses include Fairfield County residency for at least six months, proof of income, social security cards for everyone in the house hold, proof of address, and eye prescription if applicable. Please call 740-687-0500or 2-1-1 between 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday for more information. Financial Assistance If you need help with rent, utilities, electric, etc. and live in Fairfield County , 2-1-1 will provide you with agencies that may be able to assist. Please call 740-687-0500 or 2-1-1 between 8:00am and 4:30pm Monday through Friday for more information. Medications In some cases, Fairfield County 2-1-1 can refer to agencies that may be able to help with prescription medications on a short term basis. Unfortunately, there is no assistance for pain or psychotropic medications. Please call 740-687-0500 or 2-1-1 between 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday for more information. Housing Assistance Fairfield County 2-1-1 has a Housing Specialist that can help answer your questions regarding housing assistance. School Clothes Fairfield Couty 2-1-1 in parternship with Charity Newsies assists with school clothes for children in first through twelfth grade. Holiday Assistance Fairfield County 2-1-1 in partnership with other agencies, offers assistance with holiday food and gifts.
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| Domestic Violence The Lighthouse 740-687-4423 |
Provides shelter for women and children, legal advocacy, support groups & counseling, and hosts a 24-hour hotline. Location of shelter is confidential, must call phone number to arrange a safe meeting place. | ||||||
| Fairfield Metropolitan Housing Authority 315 North Columbus Street Suite 200
(740) 653-6618 |
Our Mission Statement : The Fairfield Metropolitan Housing Authority is dedicated to serving low-income families and individuals in Fairfield County to help them obtain suitable and affordable housing. We strive to provide professional services and to promote self-sufficiency in a courteous and respectful atmosphere. |
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| Habitat for Humanity http://www.habitatfairfield.org Need to Get In Touch? Contact Info Habitat for Humanity of
Fairfield County Office: 10a-3p daily,
closed on weekends and holidays Location 3476 Cincinnati-Zanesville
Rd. NE
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Our Mission Statement "Habitat for Humanity works in partnership with God and people everywhere, from all walks of life, to develop communities with people in need by building and renovating houses, so that there are decent houses in decent communities in which every person can experience God's love and can live and grow into all that God intends." |
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Ohio Housing Finance Agency 57 East Main Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 Phone: 614.466.7970, 1.888.362.6432 TDD: 614.466.1940 |
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency offers affordable housing opportunities for Ohioans from rental assistance to home ownership. OHFA provides access to financial resources for the development and management of affordable, safe, and sanitary housing. The agency’s programs serve first-time homebuyers, renters, senior citizens, and other populations with special needs who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. (Serves all 88 Counties in Ohio) |
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| Central Ohio Legal Aid Society, Inc. 112 North Pearl St Lancaster 740-653-7705 |
Legal assistance to low-income persons in civil cases. | ||||||
Legal Services Corporation
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Promoting equal access to justice in our Nation and to provide high quality civil legal assistance to low-income persons. For Fairfield County: Ohio State Legal Services
Association |
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| Lutheran Social Services Emergency Shelter 1582 East Main St Lancaster 740-653-2012 |
Homeless Prevention Program has two main components: Home Management classess and Housing Counseling. An up-to-date list of housing available in the area is maintained. | ||||||
| The Salvation Army & Samaritan Center 228 Hubert Ave Lancaster 740-687-1921 |
Provide for emergency and disaster services with emergency food orders, lodging, limited meals, clothing and funiture distribution when available. | ||||||
| Fairfield Center for Disabilities & Cerebral Palsy
681 E. Sixth Ave. Lancaster 740-653-5501 |
Provides programming for adults with physical, sensory or other developmental disablities or disablities caused by an accident, and transportation for persons with disabilities and elderly (income eligible). | ||||||
| Lancaster-Fairfield County Community Action 1743 E. Main St . Lancaster , Ohio 43130 740-653-4146 |
FEMA funds for emergency financial assistance up to $300 for individuals with an eviction notice or a foreclosure. Also provide assistance with HEAP, Holiday assistance, and food pantry. | ||||||
| Department of Human Services Fairfield County Department of Human Services 121 E. Chestnut St . Lancaster 740-653-1701 |
Assistance with health care, food stamps, Financial assistance, food stamps, Shelter and transportation |
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| Fairfield County Health Department 1587 Granville Pike Lancaster 740-652-2800 |
Medical services by appt. only: Well child physical exams and follow-up for 0-18yrs; Prenatal care; Nursing services for TB control, immunizations, health educ., communicable disease follow-up; WIC; Adult and Child Immunizations. Medicaid & sliding scale | ||||||
| Fairfield
Medical Center 740-687-8000 800-548-2627 |
Our Mission
Statement Fairfield Medical Center's team provides
efficient, compassionate, Our Vision Fairfield Medical Center is becoming the nationally recognized hospital of choice for Southeastern Ohio known for the clinical excellence and compassionate care that is provided by a proud team of professionals who love what they do. Fairfield Medical Center |
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| SE Ohio Sight Center 358 A Lincoln Avenue Lancaster, Ohio 43130 740-687-4785 |
Assitance with paying for eyeglasses and eye exams. |
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| Pickerington Senior Citizen Center 150 Hereford Dr . Pickerington 740-837-3020 |
Offers a variety of educational, recreational, social and service opportunities to area residents age 55 and over. | ||||||
RX for Ohio Website; http://www.rxforohio.org/who/ |
RxforOhio is a program that connects qualified, low-income people with discount prescription drugs, direct from the pharmaceutical manufacturer. | ||||||
Member National Guardianship Association Other Guardianship Programs in Ohio
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The program is designed to serve the severely mentally
disabled individuals that have been judged incompetent by the
Probate Court. The program offers guardianship of the person only, and will not offer guardianship of the estate. This program will however assist in the facilitation of a payee or guardian of estate when necessary. |
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Fairfield Mental Health Consumer Group 1663 East Main Street Lancaster, OH 43130 Ph: 740-654-0477 |
FMHCG, Inc./Our Place is a dynamic peer center for education, support, advocacy, socialization and more. Since 1996, Our Place has been bringing together consumers of mental health and addiction services in the Fairfield County area to develop peer services which enhance RECOVERY. Currently, Our Place offers a Respite Care program, and is actively working on a transitional housing program. Additionally, Our Place is a certified BRIDGES teaching site, with the next class to begin around March -April, 2005. | ||||||
| Pickerington Food Pantry Contacts for more information:
Mondays: |
Donations and Volunteers The Pickerington Food Pantry would not exist without the generous support, work, and donations from the Pickerington Community. We are always in need of donations and volunteers to help out. Please contact Beth or Tammy. Donations can be dropped off during Food Pantry hours Volunteers help in many ways including working at the Food Pantry, organizing food drives, as well as sorting and putting away donations. It is great for service requirements and groups |
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Fairfield
County Family, Adult and Children First Council
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The Fairfield County Family and Children First Council is a partnership of public and private non-profit and for-profit child and family serving agencies and organizations committed to improving the well-being of children and families in Fairfield County. OUR MISSION In the pursuit of a better quality of life for the families, adults and children of Fairfield County, it is the vision of the Council to create and facilitate a coordinated system of services that responds to the strengths and needs of our community. As a partner with the Ohio Family and Children First Council we share their mission to: Enable Every Child To Succeed |
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The United
Way of Fairfield County http://www.uwayfairfieldco.org/index.php Phone: (740) 653-0643 Fax: (740) 653-1139 |
Our Mission: Improving lives through the caring power of our community Our Vision: We will focus our resources to achieve the greatest impact on community needs. We will accomplish our mission by convening, leading and challenging community partners to develop and support programs that improve quality of life. We will create long-term change by measuring results. |
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Disability Resources Monthly (DRM) guide to Disability Resources on the Internet |
What We Are... Disability Resources, inc. is
a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization established to promote and improve
awareness, availability and accessibility of information that can
help people with disabilities live, learn, love, work and play independently.
Who We Serve...
We serve thousands of individuals with disabilities through a multidisciplinary
network of service providers and consumers. In order to reach as many
people with disabilities as cost effectively as possible, we target
our services and publications to libraries, disability organizations,
independent living centers, rehabilitation facilities, educational
institutions, and health and social service providers. 
What We Do... We disseminate information about books, pamphlets,
magazines, newsletters, videos, databases, government agencies, nonprofit
organizations, telephone hotlines and on-line services that provide
free, inexpensive or hard-to-find information to help people with
disabilities live independently. |
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ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION - Take Control. We Can Help Central Ohio Office 3740 Ridge Hill Drive Hilliard, Ohio 43026 614-876-8200 800-283-7800 |
The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services and research. Arthritis Walk - JOIN THE TEAM FOR A CURE - ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION |
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New Horizons Youth and Family Center 1592 Granville Pike For Appointments Call |
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Southeastern Ohio Center for Independent Living http://www.socil.org/about.html CONTACT US Fairfield County Office |
ABOUT SOCIL SOCIL, a Center for Independent Living, is a consumer controlled, cross disability, non-residential program providing services to Fairfield and Hocking Counties. It is funded in part by the US Department of Education under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. SOCIL promotes a philosophy of self-determination, peer support, self-help and self-advocacy, system advocacy, and equal access to society. SOCIL believes that people with disabilities have the right to choices and opportunities in society that support and maximize their empowerment, inclusion, leadership, independence and full participation in community life. SOCIL offers a wide variety of services, but four are essential in the efforts of people with disabilities to live independently. (For additional services that SOCIL provides, please see our “Services” page on this website.) Consumers are people who exercise choice and control over their goods or services. |
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American
Red Cross 121 West Mulberry Street, Lancaster, Ohio 43130, 740.687.5585 |
Making America Ready: the Red Cross Prepares Communities
With the launch of the Together We Prepare campaign, Red Cross chapters nationwide are employing innovative efforts to ensure the readiness of their neighbors. |
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| Big
Brothers/Big Sisters Anna Tobin, Executive Director 111 S. Broad Street P.O. Box 962 Lancaster, OH 43130 (740) 687-9477 fax: (740) 687-9277 |
Matches and monitors screened volunteers with at-risk youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters provides opportunities for children to become caring, confident, competent adults. | ||||||
| Fairfield Center for Disabilities and Cerebral Palsy 681 E. Sixth Avenue Lancaster, Ohio 43130 (740)653-5501 (740)653-6046 If you have any questions please feel free to call us, email us, or if you have a comment, please feel free to sign our guestbook! Thank you! Or give us a call at (740) 653-5501Transportation (740) 653-1186 |
About our programs The Center currently offers the following programs and services: Medical Transportation ADA Advocacy Site Survey Wheelchair Ramp and Home Modifications Peer Support Information and Referral Equipment and Referral Equipment Loan Closet Lifetime Learning Program for Adults with Disabilities |
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