Morrow County

The County Resource Directory
provides a self-service database of agencies
and programs serving County residents
.

Click this link: http://www.morrowCounty.info/

The Ohio Benefit Bank

Neighbors helping neighbors

1-800-648-1176

www.ohiobenefits.org

Trained counselors are available where you live, work, play, and pray. Call today to check your eligibility and find a site near you:

  • Prescription Assistance
  • Access to Tax Credits
  • Food Assistance
  • Medical Coverage
  • Assistance with utilities
  • And other community supports

Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies

Community Action Partnership

Helping People. Changing Lives.

 

http://www.oacaa.org/directory.html

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.

Social Welfare Services

Find social and welfare services in your area by entering your zip code at this web site:

http://www.socialwelfareservices.org/Ohio/

 

ActivStyle

1-800-651-6223, x526

http://www.activstyle.com/

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.

Legal Services Corporation

 

www.lsc.gov

Our Mission: To promote equal access to justice in our Nation and to provide high quality civil legal assistance to low-income persons.

For Morrow County:

Ohio State Legal Services Association
555 Buttles Avenue
Columbus, OH 43215-1137
(800) 589-5888
www.oslsa.org

Department of Human Services
Morrow County Dept. of Human Services
27 West High St
Mount Gilead
419-947-9111

Assistance with health care, food stamps, Financial assistance, food stamps, Shelter and transportation

Bureau of services for Visually Impaired
2281 Village Mall Dr. , Suite A
Mansfield
419-747-3040
Provides vocational rehabilitation, consultation and counseling to persons with a visual disability.
Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
2281 Village Mall Drive , Suite A
Mansfield
419-747-3000
Provides vocational rehabilitation,personal care assistance,consultation services, and small business opportunities to persons with a disability.
Crisis Intervention/Mental Health Services
Central Ohio Mental Health Center
950 Meadow Dr. Suite A
Mt. Gilead
419-947-4560
Crisis prevention and intervention for drug abuse and mental health services.
Child Care Choices
PO Box 246
Galion
Maintain a database of certified family care homes,licensed centers,child care programs and head start programs. Provides training and technical assistance for child care providers.
Del-Mor Dwellings Corp,
PO Box 1495
Delaware
740-363-5562
Provides affordable housing assistance to eligible low-income disabled persons.
Ombudsman
P.o Box 1978 Mansfield, Ohio 44901 1-800-860-5799 or 419-524-4144 ;
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.
Domestic Violence
The Domestic Violence Shelter
PO BOX 1524
Mansfield

Services are for families with children determined to be at risk of abuse and neglect.

Information & Referral
Family Information Network
5661 Twp. RD 103
Mt. Gilead
419-946-9431
Statewide parent-to-parent network that provides information and support to families with babies and young children who have developmental challenges and/or disabilities, so they can attain a quality of life that reflects their hopes and dreams.
Information & Referral
Hospice Of Morrow County
PO Box 86
Mt. Gilead
419-946-9822
Its primary goal is to help relieve the physical symptoms experienced by those with a terminal illness while providing the emotional, psychological and spiritual support that these patients and their families need.
Salvation Army Service Unit
27 W. High St.
Mt. Gilead
419-947-9111
Provides for local emergencies and needs not met by another agency. e.g. one nights lodging,limited funds for utility,rent,prescriptions,grocery,gas and taxable items. Individuals limited to two vouchers per year.
Morrow County Council on Alchohol and Drugs
950 Meadow Drive , Suite C
Mt. Gilead
419-947-4055
Prevention Services,School based programs,Outpatient substance abuse treatment, case management services.
Developmental Disabilities
Morrow County Board of DD
406 Bank ST .
Mt. Gilead
419-947-7045

County agency providing supports to children and adults who have mental retardation or developmental disabilities

Morrow County Health Department
48 E. High St .
Mt. Gilead
419-947-1545

The health department performs food licensing and food inspection, vaccination programs, free STD and AIDS tests, and other medical assistance.

Society for Crippled Children and Adults
PO Box 222
Mt. Gilead
419-362-5112
Provides loan pool of health care equipment and assists with buying personal health care equipment (physician ordered). Speech and hearing clinics on Tuesdays at Morrow County Hospital.
WIC Services of Morrow County
871 W. Marion Rd.Suite 202
Mt. Gilead
419-947-8010
Provides nutritious foods,nutrition education and breast feeding,support to pregnant,post partum and breast feeding women,infants and children up to age 5.
Morrow County Services for Older Citizens
41 W. Center St.
Mt. Gilead
Provides lunches at the center or delivered. Escort/transportation assistance to help with shopping or errands. Legal advice through legal aid society.Sign up center for heap and golden buckeye programs.Program to help those over 60 with homemaking.
Morrow Metropolitan Housing Authority
81 N. Rich St .
Mt. Gilead
419-946-5789

Their programs provide assistance to low and moderate income families and individuals

Ohio Heartland Head Start
528 W. Marion Rd.
Mt. Gilead
419-946-2009
Provides low income and/or children with disabilities ages 3-5 with home-based and center-based pre-school activities which include components in education,parent involvement,social services,health and disabilities.
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.

Bridges

No Limits Outreach Center

4046 Township Rd. 246

PO Box 123

Edison, OH 43320

Ph:  419-946-5900

Contact:  Eva

BRIDGES is a 10-15 week educational program taught by consumers to consumers about crucial issues regarding Recovery.

BRIDGES helps people deal with facts and feelings that emerge around the experience of Recovering from mental illnesses. This program educates consumers about what the various mental illnesses are and about the various medications that treat them. BRIDGES also teaches consumers about communication, assertiveness and problem solving. BRIDGES helps consumers learn to advocate for themselves, explore health and spirituality, and be empowered to move forward with their lives.

Recovery & Prevention Resources of Delaware and Morrow Counties

950 Meadow Drive
Suite C
Mount Gilead, OH 43338-1055

Phone: (419) 947-4055
Fax: (419) 947-4285

http://www.rprdm.org/newsandupdates.asp

Recovery & Prevention Resources
is a community-based not-for-profit agency serving Delaware and Morrow counties. We are committed to the prevention, intervention and treatment of alcohol and other drug issues and problems.

Help Line

Of Delaware & Morrow Counties, Inc.

Empowering people with knowledge, support, and resources

 

Delaware County Community Calendar

 Morrow County Community Calendar

Information and/or Help with a Problem

24 hours a day    Free   Confidential

Call 740-369-3316 or 419-947-2520 or just dial 2-1-1

CLICK HERE TO SEE WEBSITE; http://www.helplinedelmor.org/index.htm

What is HelpLine?

HelpLine is a private, non-profit organization which provides Delaware and Morrow Counties with....

  • Telephone crisis management services, 24 hours a day

  • Community information and referrals to needed services

  • Prevention, training, and education activities

  • Sexual Assault Response Network

  • Consumer development and advocacy for people with psychiatric disabilities and their families

  • Volunteer recruitment, screening, and referral through CONNECTIONS, The Delaware County Volunteer Center

HelpLine was formerly Help Anonymous serving Delaware County since 1972 and HopeLine serving Morrow County since 1980.

HelpLine is a provider agency of the Delaware-Morrow Mental Health & Recovery Services Board, a member of the United Ways of Delaware and Morrow Counties, partially funded by the Council For Older Adults, the Crime Victim's Assistance Office, and private donations.  HelpLine is certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Health.  HelpLine is accredited by the American Association of Suicidology and by the National Alliance of Information & Referral Systems.  HelpLine is an equal opportunity employer/provider.

In accordance with the Internal Revenue Service, HelpLine's form 990 is  available for public inspection. 

What are our services?
Crisis Hotline, Information & Referral, Prevention-Training-Education, Sexual Assault Response Network, Consumer Development & Advocacy

Crisis Hotline:  When you are...

  • feeling down and blue

  • grieving a loss

  • being abused, emotionally or physically

  • feeling lonely

  • having a relationship problem

  • unable to cope, perhaps thinking of suicide

Talk with one of our caring crisis workers.  They are professionally trained, certified in listening, and knowledgeable of area resources.  All calls are free and confidential.

Information and Referral:  When you need a phone number, assistance with financial concerns, or details about....

  • counseling

  • civic and government organizations

  • education and health services

  • legal rights

  • crime victim service linkage

  • how to get involved if you are a new resident

  • volunteer opportunities through CONNECTIONS

  • any community service

Hundreds of resources are available to you 24 hours a day by phone.  A handbook or disk of resources is available.  HelpLine maintains a database of 750 organizations and services.

Prevention, Training, and Education:  Designed to promote healthy lifestyles....

  • child assault prevention

  • suicide & depression prevention

  • sexual violence & sexual harassment prevention

  • hotline paraprofessional training

  • survivors of suicide support group

  • parent, communication & other skill training

  • customized presentations to meet your needs!

  • health fairs & other community events

Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Services:  to help with a survivor's healing by providing...

  • hotline or in-person crisis intervention

  • individual support at hospitals and law enforcement agencies 24 hours per day

  • survivors of sexual assault support groups

  • empathetic listening

  • follow-up

  • linkage to other services

Consumer Development & Advocacy:  To empower and facilitate recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities and their families by providing linkages to...

  • consumer operated projects

  • peer support & self advocacy

  • community resources

  • funding & grant information

SOCIETY FOR EQUAL ACCESS
821 ANOLA AVE STE B
DOVER, OH 44622
DANIEL CONRAD, EXE DIR
(330) 343-3668 VOICE
(330) 602-4515 TTY
(330) 343-3721 FAX
Web: http://www.tusco.net/ilc/home.html 
Email: ilc@tusco.net 

Independent Living Centers

Independent Living Centers work to integrate persons with severe handicaps into the mainstream of life. These centers offer services that will assist persons to live more independently. Many centers provide the following services: Information and Referral, Housing Information, Attendant Care Referral, Transportation Information, Independent Living Skills, Social and Support Activities, Peer Counseling, Public Education, and Individual and Systems Advocacy

Morrow County Veterans Services

Veterans Serving Veterans

http://www.morrowcountyveterans.com

Transportation

Financial Assistance

Applying for Financial Asst.

Claims

Medical Benefits

Our Staff

Burial

Brick Application

High School Diploma

Honor Flight

VA Links

Service Organizations

Morrow County Veterans Service Commission

DD214 & Medals Request

   Mission Statement

"In appreciation for the sacrifices Morrow County Veterans have made to protect and preserve the American Way, the Morrow County Veterans Services Commission through the Office of Veterans Services, pledges to dedicate its time and services to providing timely, emergency financial assistance and be a professional, supportive VA benefit advocacy for all Morrow County Veterans who have honorably served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America and to their dependents." 

 

Motto: With Deeds, Not Words

Turning Point

http://www.turningpoint6.com/

Turning Point
P.O. Box 822 
Marion, Ohio 43302

Phone: 1-800-232-6505 or (740) 382-8988

Shelter    Turning Point provides victims/survivors of domestic violence and their children with safe, secure, temporary shelter in a comfortable atmosphere. The shelter is designed to meet the victims' physical needs by providing housing, food, clothing and personal items, as well as their emotional needs through support services. The shelter also features a designated room for male victims. Families are provided with their own rooms with bathroom, while other areas such as the living and dining room and kitchen are shared. The shelter is also handicapped accessible.

Other Services available:

Food

Transportation

Individual and/or Group Education

Victims' Rights Advocacy

Batterers' Treatment Program

Children's Program

Community Education

Onformation and Referral

Crisis Line

Morrow County Transportation Collaborative   (MCTC)

http://www.morrowcounty.info/mctc/index.html

Office Hours: 8am - 4:30pm Monday- Friday
Service Hours: 6am - 6pm weekends upon request

4565 County Road 9
Cardington, Ohio 43338
phone 419-864-3500
fax 419-864-3551

Working together with other Morrow County Agencies to provide coordinated transportation services for all our Morrow County residents.

Current rates are $40.00 per hour, or a mileage rate of $1.65 plus $12.50 per hour of wait time. MCTC offers group rates for groups going out of town. Call 419-864-3500 for more information.

American Red Cross of Morrow County

http://morrowcounty.redcross.org/index1.htm

37 West Center Street

Mt. Gilead, Ohio 43338

419-946-2811

The Morrow County Red Cross Chapter provides assistance to people in need … free of charge … every single day

The Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross Movement, provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

United Way of Morrow County

http://www.morrowcounty.net/unitedway/index.htm

PO Box 84,
17 1/2 West High St.
Mt. Gilead, OH 43338
(419) 946-2821

Our mission is to build bridges between people who want to help and people who need help. We rely on our experienced volunteers, loyal donors, effective member agencies and dedicated staff to help us realize our mission.

United Way of Morrow County is the human services leader whose vision is to improve people’s lives. Our mission is to build bridges between people who want to help and people who need help. We rely on our experienced volunteers, loyal donors, effective member agencies and dedicated staff to help us realize our mission.

About Us : The volunteers, staff & board members are the backbone of United Way of Morrow County. Learn how each plays an important role in our work.

Agencies : These are the agencies we serve to bring needed services to our area

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