People in need may come to the Help Center to pick up a choice of 6 items of hygiene or cleaning items every 30 days. For newer resources, please check these Facebook pages: God's Hygiene Help Center Columbus Blessing Boxes Project Columbus, OH Neighbors Helping Neighbors Columbus Reaches Out Franklin County Collective Aid Help Columbus North Linden Neighbors St. Stephens Community House |
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RESOURCES
God’s Hygiene is a blessing and sign of God’s love for those who struggle to make ends meet and are often unable to purchase personal hygiene items. GHHC is about dignity, meeting a basic need, and sharing a reason for the hope that is in Christ Jesus. Tammy and her crew have filled a need that no one else seems to be meeting in Columbus, Ohio. This is changing lives both now and for eternity!" Pastor Jeff Morlock, UALC
findhelp.org, by Aunt Bertha - The Social Care Networkwww.findhelp.org
Find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free/reduced cost programs in your zip code, including new programs for the COVID-19 pandemic. It's not only for food, though--it lists resources for housing, goods, transportation, health, money, care, education, work, and legal.
BABY and diaper Resources
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You can get a free crib through Celebrate One
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Call 211, they can provide links to get a carseat and other items.
Moms2be will help you with everything and if they can't get it for you they will find another organization that will help you! They are awesome! |
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Now, new members can register online ahead of time! Check it out here: www.littlebottoms.org
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Currently the Columbus Diaper Bank does not directly distribute diapers to individuals. They distribute diapers through different social service agencies and food pantries in Central Ohio. Right now, their partners include:
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Pregnancy Distress Health Center
video link – https://youtu.be/JryZNRO3czM
Franklin County Children Services
video link – https://youtu.be/JryZNRO3czM
Franklin County Children Services
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Housing
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Need $$$ for RENT or MORTGAGE, UTILITY ASSISTANCE, MOVING COSTS, HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE AND OTHER EXPENSES? There are SEVERAL agencies and Organizations offering help!
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** If you have questions, PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANIZATION OFFERING THE HELP **
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Choices (614) 224-4663
- For Victims of Domestic Violence
IMPACT COMMUNITY ACTION - HOUSING ASSISTANCE – (614)-252-2799
- They are also located daily in the CONVENTION CENTER by the EVICTION COURT.
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Emergency Financial Assistance for Housing
Columbus, Ohio Rent Assistance: (614) 466-2285
- May offer short term grants for: rent, moving costs, utility/security deposit, etc.
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ODJFS: (614) 233-2000 Prevention, Retention, and Contingency (PRC) - Must have a minor living in the home and a steady income
Impact Community Action: (614) 525-2799
- Emergency assistance for rent, utilities, and furniture to Franklin County residents without Children (or if PRC is denied)
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COMPASS: (614) 463-9612 - Offers $100 for rent in a 12-month period; eviction notice required
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Equitas Health: (614) 340-6710 - Administrative Housing Supervisor may offer rent and utility assistance
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Gahanna Residents in Need (GRIN): (614) 214-4747
- Gahanna-Jefferson School District residents; assistance with food, children's clothing, rent/utility assistance, school supplies and holiday gifts
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Gladden Community House: (614) 227-1600
- Franklinton Residents (43215); assistance with rent, utilities and prescriptions.
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St. Stephen’s Community House: (614) 294-6347
- Case-by-case consideration and resource referral
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The Salvation Army: (614) 221-6561
- Rental assistance for first month, qualifications to be determined
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Central Community House: (614) 252-3157
- Homeless prevention funds available for low income families, seniors and disabled in Franklin County
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Joint Organization for Inner City Needs (JOIN): (614) 241-2531- Limited funds for water, gas, electricity, and utilities.
Southside Thrive Collaborative – Residents in 43206 & 43207 Zip Code only (614) 722-6539
- Rental assistance (max $5,000)
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Each organization has different requirements for assistance so please ask any questions directly to them. HOPE THIS HELPS!
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** If you have questions, PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANIZATION OFFERING THE HELP **
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Choices (614) 224-4663
- For Victims of Domestic Violence
IMPACT COMMUNITY ACTION - HOUSING ASSISTANCE – (614)-252-2799
- They are also located daily in the CONVENTION CENTER by the EVICTION COURT.
.
Emergency Financial Assistance for Housing
Columbus, Ohio Rent Assistance: (614) 466-2285
- May offer short term grants for: rent, moving costs, utility/security deposit, etc.
.
ODJFS: (614) 233-2000 Prevention, Retention, and Contingency (PRC) - Must have a minor living in the home and a steady income
Impact Community Action: (614) 525-2799
- Emergency assistance for rent, utilities, and furniture to Franklin County residents without Children (or if PRC is denied)
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COMPASS: (614) 463-9612 - Offers $100 for rent in a 12-month period; eviction notice required
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Equitas Health: (614) 340-6710 - Administrative Housing Supervisor may offer rent and utility assistance
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Gahanna Residents in Need (GRIN): (614) 214-4747
- Gahanna-Jefferson School District residents; assistance with food, children's clothing, rent/utility assistance, school supplies and holiday gifts
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Gladden Community House: (614) 227-1600
- Franklinton Residents (43215); assistance with rent, utilities and prescriptions.
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St. Stephen’s Community House: (614) 294-6347
- Case-by-case consideration and resource referral
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The Salvation Army: (614) 221-6561
- Rental assistance for first month, qualifications to be determined
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Central Community House: (614) 252-3157
- Homeless prevention funds available for low income families, seniors and disabled in Franklin County
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Joint Organization for Inner City Needs (JOIN): (614) 241-2531- Limited funds for water, gas, electricity, and utilities.
Southside Thrive Collaborative – Residents in 43206 & 43207 Zip Code only (614) 722-6539
- Rental assistance (max $5,000)
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Each organization has different requirements for assistance so please ask any questions directly to them. HOPE THIS HELPS!
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Do you need help paying your rent?
Franklin County is offering rental assistance programs. Apply today and see more community resources on CLC's website: www.clcworks.org/community-resources
Franklin County is offering rental assistance programs. Apply today and see more community resources on CLC's website: www.clcworks.org/community-resources
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utilities
The Breathing Association (help with HEAP/WCP/SCP/PIPP PLUS)
Need heat?
760 East Broad Street
Columbus OH
614-463-9612
Need heat?
760 East Broad Street
Columbus OH
614-463-9612
Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging
Assistance for home energy bills is available to income-eligible Ohioans through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
To learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply, visit https://bit.ly/35u11ZS
Columbus CARES Act Utility Bill Assistance
Assistance for home energy bills is available to income-eligible Ohioans through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
To learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply, visit https://bit.ly/35u11ZS
Columbus CARES Act Utility Bill Assistance
How to qualify for the free phone Lifeline program
Call the hotline for a free smoke detector, battery and installation.
3639 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43207
(614) 724-0935
Low Income Water and Sewer Discount Program
Call the hotline for a free smoke detector, battery and installation.
3639 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43207
(614) 724-0935
Low Income Water and Sewer Discount Program
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Food
Broad Street Food Pantry, 760 E. Broad St., Columbus OH 43205
serves 43203, 43205, 43209, 43213, 43215
Mon. – Fri. 9:30 – 11:30 am
Sat. 9:00 – 10:30 am. Bring ID
Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center
Food Pantries in Columbus OH
Food Pantries (printable list)
The Food Soldier (on Facebook)
Fruit of The Vine Pantry, has 2 pantries
181 E. Fifth Avenue, (between Summit and N. 4th St), Columbus OH 43201
Saturday with pickups between 9:30 – 11:30 am Bring ID. 43201 ZIP CODE
Northside Food Pantry
located at 4664 Cleveland Avenue just north of Morse Road serving zip code areas 43229, 43224 and 43231
and only open on Saturday mornings
Immaculate Conception Church Food Pantry The pantry is not accessible to the public. It is used only for storage of the non-perishable items delivered in food calls. In a typical food call we select about $20 of items from the pantry before buying about $25 of perishable items, such as: hamburger, chicken, eggs, milk, fruit and bread. We average five food calls per week. Most deliveries are to South Linden, 43211.
(For North Linden 43224, see St. James the Less Food Pantry)
Eligibility conditions: Food deliveries are made in response to requests from J.O.I.N. or to calls from parishioners.
J.O.I.N. provides material needs for low income families in Franklin County and functions under
Catholic Charities of the Catholic Diocese of Columbus. 614-241-2530
JOIN, 578 East Main Street, Columbus OH 43215, 614-241-2531 or 614-241-2530
10:00 – 11:30 am and 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Monday – Friday
Bring ID, medical or SS cards for kids
Ohio Benefit Bank
Ohio Food Stamps Application
St. James the Less Food Pantry
serves 43203, 43205, 43209, 43213, 43215
Mon. – Fri. 9:30 – 11:30 am
Sat. 9:00 – 10:30 am. Bring ID
Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center
Food Pantries in Columbus OH
Food Pantries (printable list)
The Food Soldier (on Facebook)
Fruit of The Vine Pantry, has 2 pantries
181 E. Fifth Avenue, (between Summit and N. 4th St), Columbus OH 43201
Saturday with pickups between 9:30 – 11:30 am Bring ID. 43201 ZIP CODE
Northside Food Pantry
located at 4664 Cleveland Avenue just north of Morse Road serving zip code areas 43229, 43224 and 43231
and only open on Saturday mornings
Immaculate Conception Church Food Pantry The pantry is not accessible to the public. It is used only for storage of the non-perishable items delivered in food calls. In a typical food call we select about $20 of items from the pantry before buying about $25 of perishable items, such as: hamburger, chicken, eggs, milk, fruit and bread. We average five food calls per week. Most deliveries are to South Linden, 43211.
(For North Linden 43224, see St. James the Less Food Pantry)
Eligibility conditions: Food deliveries are made in response to requests from J.O.I.N. or to calls from parishioners.
J.O.I.N. provides material needs for low income families in Franklin County and functions under
Catholic Charities of the Catholic Diocese of Columbus. 614-241-2530
JOIN, 578 East Main Street, Columbus OH 43215, 614-241-2531 or 614-241-2530
10:00 – 11:30 am and 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Monday – Friday
Bring ID, medical or SS cards for kids
Ohio Benefit Bank
Ohio Food Stamps Application
St. James the Less Food Pantry
ADAMH Board of Franklin County
Do you know any Franklin County residents 60 or over who are struggling to access food? Franklin County Senior Options can help! No income verification required through April 1. Call 614.525.6200, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Franklin County Office on Aging
Do you know any Franklin County residents 60 or over who are struggling to access food? Franklin County Senior Options can help! No income verification required through April 1. Call 614.525.6200, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Franklin County Office on Aging
clothing
NEW FLYER - January 2021
Alicia’s Closet – provides infant to teen/young adult sized clothing, shoes, coats, backpacks, toys, diapers & wipes, baby accessories and other essentials, at no cost to families. Learn more here.
Community Clothing Outreach, 3815 Eisenhower Rd. Columbus OH 43224 (on Facebook).
Call Sarah Fusner 614-565-6707 to make an appointment
Bishop Griffin Resource Center (helps east/southeast Columbus)
United Methodist Church for All People Free Store
946 Parsons Ave. Columbus OH 43206
Free Store Hours. Tues, Thurs, Sat 10a-12:30p Wednesday 1-3:30p. Friday, 2-4:30p
Community Clothing Outreach, 3815 Eisenhower Rd. Columbus OH 43224 (on Facebook).
Call Sarah Fusner 614-565-6707 to make an appointment
Bishop Griffin Resource Center (helps east/southeast Columbus)
United Methodist Church for All People Free Store
946 Parsons Ave. Columbus OH 43206
Free Store Hours. Tues, Thurs, Sat 10a-12:30p Wednesday 1-3:30p. Friday, 2-4:30p
RECOVERY
Email: info@phxintegratedhealth.com
Alvis House/Amethyst. A Community of Recovery. 614-242-1284
Amethyst 455 East Mound Street Columbus OH 43215 Kindway/Embark Life Beyond the Streets, Inc. (on Facebook) |
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Sober Living in Columbus Sober Living America’s vision is to serve people seeking help with addiction, regardless of their financial situation. When a loved one asks for help, we believe they should get it today!
Hollie Daniels (on Facebook)
I have access to open beds for detox, residential treatment, and outpatient care. Transportation can be provided if that is what is hindering you from getting there. I can pick you up and sit with you during admission
The time is now to make a change and give yourself the opportunity for a new life and future.
Don't stay stuck in the miserable cycle of addiction....break your chains today !
I have access to open beds for detox, residential treatment, and outpatient care. Transportation can be provided if that is what is hindering you from getting there. I can pick you up and sit with you during admission
The time is now to make a change and give yourself the opportunity for a new life and future.
Don't stay stuck in the miserable cycle of addiction....break your chains today !
Refuge Ministries
They also have a Facebook page; just search “The Refuge Ministries”. I have reached out to several of my friends that volunteer there and asked if I could share their personal contact information with you. The women’s residential program is not quite open yet. I’m not sure of the date, but it is soon. Monday there is a Men’s Open Orientation at 10am. It’s held at the Veritas West Church (the old UALC site) at 12 S. Terrace Ave. on the Hilltop. They hold this every Monday at 3:30PM. The website explains the residential program. If after hearing the orientation talk and a man says he’s interested, interview begins at 11:30am that same day to determine if he’s serious. The man should come prepared to enter treatment immediately. The website has a list of things he should bring with him to the interview. Please reach out to me with any questions. This treatment ministry has dramatically changed the lives of many people. Gary Rutherford 614-296-0622 or 614-515-2704
They also have a Facebook page; just search “The Refuge Ministries”. I have reached out to several of my friends that volunteer there and asked if I could share their personal contact information with you. The women’s residential program is not quite open yet. I’m not sure of the date, but it is soon. Monday there is a Men’s Open Orientation at 10am. It’s held at the Veritas West Church (the old UALC site) at 12 S. Terrace Ave. on the Hilltop. They hold this every Monday at 3:30PM. The website explains the residential program. If after hearing the orientation talk and a man says he’s interested, interview begins at 11:30am that same day to determine if he’s serious. The man should come prepared to enter treatment immediately. The website has a list of things he should bring with him to the interview. Please reach out to me with any questions. This treatment ministry has dramatically changed the lives of many people. Gary Rutherford 614-296-0622 or 614-515-2704
human trafficking/RECOVERY
CATCH COURT
For more information on CATCH Court, or, to take the first steps in creating your own CATCH Court, please contact Keturah DeChristopher – CATCH Coordinator.
Phone: 614-645-7098. Email: dechristopherk@fcmcclerk.com
To learn more about human trafficking, visit the following websites:
The State of Ohio’s Human Trafficking website has a wealth of information on Ohio’s HT response, such as information on laws, sample screening tools and protocols, service standards and other resources. http://humantrafficking.ohio.gov/laws.html.
The National Human Trafficking Resource Center operates the National Human Trafficking Hotline and offers an extensive resource library. https://traffickingresourcecenter.org/.
To report a tip or get help please call the National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888. If you are in immediate danger please call 911.
For more information on CATCH Court, or, to take the first steps in creating your own CATCH Court, please contact Keturah DeChristopher – CATCH Coordinator.
Phone: 614-645-7098. Email: dechristopherk@fcmcclerk.com
To learn more about human trafficking, visit the following websites:
The State of Ohio’s Human Trafficking website has a wealth of information on Ohio’s HT response, such as information on laws, sample screening tools and protocols, service standards and other resources. http://humantrafficking.ohio.gov/laws.html.
The National Human Trafficking Resource Center operates the National Human Trafficking Hotline and offers an extensive resource library. https://traffickingresourcecenter.org/.
To report a tip or get help please call the National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888. If you are in immediate danger please call 911.
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If you need more information about domestic violence or immediate assistance, please call our 24-hour Domestic Violence Crisis and Information hotline at 614-224-HOME (4663). Services we provide include:
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general resources
***Columbus Coalition for Homeless Street Card*** (pdf updated)
The Bed Brigade A volunteer group that provides simple, handmade bed frames, mattresses and bedding
to those in need in our communities. Contact Dale Cory, BedBrigade@ualc.org
Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center
Columbus Dream Center
Columbus, OH Neighbors Helping Neighbors (on Facebook)
Community Refugee & Immigration Services
COORDINATED POINT OF ACCESS RESOURCE SHEET
Franklin County Collective Aid (on Facebook)
The Bed Brigade A volunteer group that provides simple, handmade bed frames, mattresses and bedding
to those in need in our communities. Contact Dale Cory, BedBrigade@ualc.org
Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center
Columbus Dream Center
Columbus, OH Neighbors Helping Neighbors (on Facebook)
Community Refugee & Immigration Services
COORDINATED POINT OF ACCESS RESOURCE SHEET
Franklin County Collective Aid (on Facebook)
Furniture Bank of Central Ohio There is a list on the website of associated agencies who can be of help to people in need. Go to the Furniturebankcoh.org site:
Habitat for Humanity MidOhio
LifeCare Alliance
Lutheran Social Services has a variety of options available for urgent needs.
Student Success Stores in CCS
Education –
FREE Laundry and Showers at Broad Street United Methodist Church, 501 E Broad St, on Monday through Friday every week.
- Click on needs furniture
- Go to agencies with prepaid contracts
If you have further questions please call the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio at 614-272-9544 option 3.
Habitat for Humanity MidOhio
LifeCare Alliance
Lutheran Social Services has a variety of options available for urgent needs.
Student Success Stores in CCS
Education –
- Environmental Injustice and Race
- Mindfulness Clinic
- Columbus DSA Education Session
- OSU College of Nursing Anti-Racism Resources
- Heart of Ohio CHW Care Coordinator Job
- Columbus Urban League CHW Position
- Education Prevention Specialist Position
- Equitas Health Prevention Health Navigator Position
FREE Laundry and Showers at Broad Street United Methodist Church, 501 E Broad St, on Monday through Friday every week.
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Health
Free and Income Based Clinics in Columbus OH
Ohio parents with kids on Caresource. There is the babies first program and kids first program that will give you cash for taking your kid to appointments.
https://www.caresource.com
Central Ohio Diabetes
Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio
Columbus Cancer Clinic
provides low-cost or free head-to-toe cancer screenings and mammograms, cancer prevention, and education. The program aids under-served individuals in central Ohio through outreach and education efforts.
Wellness
provides specialized assistance for adults throughout Franklin County, offering low-cost, high-quality health services at Community Wellness Centers. Clients can also schedule an in-home session with a registered dietitian to learn important diabetes management skills in a one-on-one setting.
Central Ohio Diabetes Association
helps central Ohioans living with diabetes detect their condition, prevent onset and complications, and learn to live well with the challenge of diabetes. CODA also offers diabetes camps to youth where campers learn to take control of diabetes while participating in fun summer activities.
Dentists Care Connection
Columbus Public Health, 2nd floor, 240 Parsons Ave. Columbus OH 43215
fillings and cleanings by appointment 614-884-2441
Helping Hands Free Clinic
KidSmiles
helps solve the #1 unmet health care need of children in central Ohio–oral heal care
LifeCare Alliance Wellness Centers
Ohio parents with kids on Caresource. There is the babies first program and kids first program that will give you cash for taking your kid to appointments.
https://www.caresource.com
Central Ohio Diabetes
Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio
Columbus Cancer Clinic
provides low-cost or free head-to-toe cancer screenings and mammograms, cancer prevention, and education. The program aids under-served individuals in central Ohio through outreach and education efforts.
Wellness
provides specialized assistance for adults throughout Franklin County, offering low-cost, high-quality health services at Community Wellness Centers. Clients can also schedule an in-home session with a registered dietitian to learn important diabetes management skills in a one-on-one setting.
Central Ohio Diabetes Association
helps central Ohioans living with diabetes detect their condition, prevent onset and complications, and learn to live well with the challenge of diabetes. CODA also offers diabetes camps to youth where campers learn to take control of diabetes while participating in fun summer activities.
Dentists Care Connection
Columbus Public Health, 2nd floor, 240 Parsons Ave. Columbus OH 43215
fillings and cleanings by appointment 614-884-2441
Helping Hands Free Clinic
KidSmiles
helps solve the #1 unmet health care need of children in central Ohio–oral heal care
LifeCare Alliance Wellness Centers
Ohio Medicaid
The Hospital Care Assurance Program, or HCAP, offers help with unpaid hospital bills to Ohioans at or below the federal poverty level and who are ineligible for Medicaid coverage. Learn more here.
The Hospital Care Assurance Program, or HCAP, offers help with unpaid hospital bills to Ohioans at or below the federal poverty level and who are ineligible for Medicaid coverage. Learn more here.
