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Ohio Nonprofit Resource Guide
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About This Guide
This guide was created to help individuals and families in Ohio navigate long-term care with more clarity and confidence. Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate care need, finding the right support can feel overwhelming.
Inside, you'll find a curated list of nonprofit organizations across Ohio, including caregiver support services, disease-specific foundations, veteran resources, and community-based programs. Each listing includes verified contact information and a brief description to help you quickly understand what's available.
Our goal is to make it easier for you to explore your options, connect with trusted long-term care resources in Ohio, and take the next step with confidence.
💡 Quick Tip: Dial 2-1-1 anywhere in Ohio for immediate referrals to local nonprofits, social services, food assistance, and more.
We strive to keep this directory accurate and up-to-date. However, nonprofit organizations change, merge, or close over time, and web addresses can change without notice. Always verify contact details directly with each organization. If you find an outdated listing or are a nonprofit that isn't listed and would like to be included, please reach out to us at hello@LTCareNav.com.
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Alzheimer's Association — Central Ohio Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Franklin, Delaware, Licking & surrounding counties
Support groups, caregiver education, 24/7 helpline, care consultations, advocacy, Walk to End Alzheimer's.
1-800-272-3900https://www.alz.org/centralohio
Alzheimer's Association — Northwest Ohio Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Northwest Ohio (Toledo/Maumee area)
Support groups, education, care consultations, community outreach, 24/7 helpline.
419-537-1999 | 480 W. Dussel Dr., Suite 140, Maumee, OH 43537https://alz.org/nwohio
Alzheimer's Association — Greater East Ohio Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Akron, Canton, Mahoning Valley, Summit County
Support groups, educational programs, Walk to End Alzheimer's, care consultations, helpline.
1-800-272-3900https://alz.org/eastohio
Alzheimer's Association — Cleveland Area Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Greater Cleveland / Northeast Ohio
Support groups, dementia education, caregiver resources, memory café programs.
1-800-272-3900https://www.alz.org/
Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging
Type: Research & Care Nonprofit
Region: Greater Cleveland / Northeast Ohio (founded 1908; serves sta…
Nationally recognized care services (RoseHelper home care, Menorah Park SNF partnership), caregiver consultation, research on aging and dementia, policy advocacy.
216-791-8000https://www.benrose.org/
Ohio Parkinson Foundation — Northeast Region (OPFNE)
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Northeast Ohio / Greater Cleveland
Annual educational symposium, wellness & exercise programs (dance, fitness), research funding, caregiver support.
Contact via websitehttps://ohparkinson.com
Parkinson's Foundation — Great Lakes Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio / Great Lakes region
Care partner support, wellness programming, education for newly diagnosed, research funding, 24/7 helpline.
1-800-473-4636https://parkinson.org
InMotion for Parkinson's Disease
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Northeast Ohio / Greater Cleveland
Community-based group exercise and wellness programs for people with Parkinson's disease. Movement-focused.
(216) 342-5784https://inmotionpd.org
Pickaway Area Parkinson's Wellness Foundation (PWFAC-OH)
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Pickaway County & surrounding Central Ohio
Community support, care partner resources, educational events, connection to national Parkinson's organizations.
Contact via websitehttps://pwfac-oh.org
ALS United Ohio
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio (NE Ohio chapter based in Cleveland)
Free professional Care Manager guidance, equipment loans, research funding, advocacy, support groups for ALS patients and families.
216-592-2572 (NE Ohio) | 1-800-782-4747 (national)https://alsohio.org
American Cancer Society — Ohio
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Patient navigation, transportation (Road to Recovery), lodging assistance, Look Good Feel Better, 24/7 helpline.
1-800-227-2345https://cancer.org
Ohio Partners for Cancer Control (OPCC)
Type: Statewide Cancer Coalition
Region: Statewide Ohio
Connects cancer survivors and caregivers to financial assistance, emotional support, transportation, education, and advocacy by cancer type.
(614) 914-6458https://ohiocancerpartners.org
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society — Ohio Chapters
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio (Cleveland and Columbus offices)
Financial assistance for patients, co-pay support, patient education, peer support (First Connection program), research funding.
1-800-955-4572https://www.bloodcancerunited.org
Susan G. Komen — Ohio Affiliates
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (Breast Cancer)
Region: Statewide Ohio (multiple regional affiliates)
Financial assistance for breast cancer screening and treatment, education, support groups, advocacy.
1-877-465-6636https://komen.org
Pelotonia
Type: Cancer Research Fundraising Nonprofit
Region: Central Ohio / Statewide (based in Columbus)
Annual cycling event that has raised $250M+ for Ohio State's James Cancer Center. Funds cancer research grants and clinical trials. Connects the community to cancer research efforts.
Contact via websitehttps://pelotonia.org
Lupus Foundation of America — Greater Ohio Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Central Ohio / Statewide
Education, advocacy, support groups for people living with lupus. Local walks and research funding.
Contact via websitehttps://lupus.org
The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com — OhioState Unique
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit Resource
Region: Statewide Ohio
Free directory of mesothelioma and asbestos-cancer treatment centers, specialists, and clinical trials in Ohio; patient advocate support, VA claims assistance for veterans exposed to asbestos, and free informational guides for patients and families.
1-800-615-2270 | asbestos.comhttps://www.asbestos.com/treatment/states/ohio/
National MS Society — Ohio/Buckeye Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio (Columbus-based)
MS Navigator helpline, support groups, educational programs, advocacy, Walk MS events, financial assistance programs.
1-800-344-4867https://nationalmssociety.org
National MS Society — Ohio Valley Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Southwest Ohio (Cincinnati/Blue Ash area)
Local MS Navigators, support programs, Walk MS fundraisers, educational workshops.
1-800-344-4867https://nationalmssociety.org
American Heart Association — Ohio
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio (multiple offices)
Heart/stroke education, CPR training, Go Red for Women, blood pressure screening, research funding, advocacy.
1-800-242-8721https://heart.org/en/affiliates/ohio
Mended Hearts — Greater Cleveland Chapter 138
Type: Disease-Specific / Peer Support
Region: Greater Cleveland / NE Ohio (Cleveland Clinic partner)
Peer support for heart surgery patients and families. Members share experiences and form support networks.
info@mendedhearts138.org | 216-444-4190https://MendedHearts138.org
National Stroke Association / Stroke Survivors of Ohio
Type: Stroke Recovery Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Stroke survivor peer support networks, education, and resource navigation for patients and caregivers.
Contact via websitehttps://stroke.org
Central Ohio Diabetes Association (CODA) via LifeCare Alliance
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Central Ohio (Franklin County and surrounding)
Youth diabetes camps, educational programs for adults, family support, enrichment activities.
(614) 278-3130 | 1699 W. Mound St., Columbus, OHhttps://lifecarealliance.org/programs/coda
American Diabetes Association — Ohio
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Diabetes education, Camp Enrich for youth, research, advocacy, connection to local support resources.
1-800-342-2383https://diabetes.org
Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association (OSCHA)
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (Founded 1979)
Region: Statewide Ohio (Cleveland-based; helped found the national S…
Comprehensive services for sickle cell disease patients: case management, support groups, education, newborn screening advocacy, genetic counseling referrals, emergency financial assistance.
(216) 721-0009 | 10900 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106https://oscha.org
Sickle Cell Project of Northwest Ohio (Neighborhood Health Association)
Type: Disease-Specific Program
Region: Northwest Ohio (Toledo area)
Education, support services, and referral resources for sickle cell disease patients and families in NW Ohio.
(419) 214-7080https://nhatoledo.org
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation — Ohio Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio (multiple care centers: Cleveland, Columbus, …
Access to CF care center network, financial assistance, disease management education, research funding, peer support.
1-800-344-4823https://cff.org
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) — Ohio
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio (care centers at major Ohio hospitals)
Equipment loans and assistance, care center access, MDA Summer Camp, research funding, peer support for families.
1-800-572-1717https://mda.org
Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA) — Ohio Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Social worker support, care management, education for families, advocacy, research support, HDSA Center of Excellence referrals.
Contact via websitehttps://hdsa.org
Epilepsy Foundation of Western/Central Ohio
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Western and Central Ohio
Support groups, education, resource referrals, advocacy, medication assistance programs for people living with epilepsy.
(614) 228-0960https://efwco.org
Arthritis Foundation — Ohio Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Aquatic exercise programs, self-management education, Walk to Cure Arthritis events, advocacy, research funding.
1-800-283-7800https://arthritis.org
Kidney Foundation of Ohio
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Patient financial assistance, organ donation awareness, support groups, education for those with kidney disease.
Contact via websitehttps://kidneyfoundationofohio.org
Brain Injury Association of Ohio (BIAOH)
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Education, advocacy, support for brain injury survivors and families. Support groups, resource referrals, awareness programs.
(614) 481-7100https://biaoh.org
NAMI Ohio (Statewide)
Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Advocacy, free programs (Family-to-Family, Peer-to-Peer, NAMI Basics), support groups, Parent Advocacy Connection (PAC), public policy.
Contact via websitehttps://namiohio.org
NAMI Greater Cleveland
Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
Region: Cuyahoga County / Greater Cleveland
Free support groups, education classes, advocacy, community outreach for those affected by mental illness.
Contact via websitehttps://namigreatercleveland.org
NAMI Southwest Ohio
Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
Region: Southwest Ohio (Cincinnati/Hamilton County area)
Free mental health support, online support groups, education classes, advocacy.
Contact via websitehttps://namiswoh.org
NAMI Columbus (Franklin County)
Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
Region: Franklin County / Columbus area
Support groups, peer education, advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
Contact via websitehttps://namicolumbus.org
Disability Rights Ohio
Type: Disability Rights / Advocacy Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Legal advocacy and rights protection for Ohioans with disabilities, including mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities.
(614) 466-7264https://disabilityrightsohio.org
Ohio Recovery Housing (ORH)
Type: Recovery Support Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Certifies and connects people with quality, affordable recovery housing (sober living). Maintains statewide network of certified Oxford Houses and recovery homes.
Contact via websitehttps://ohiorecoveryhousing.org
Volunteers of America of Ohio & Indiana — Recovery Programs
Type: Faith-Based (Nondenominational) | Open to All
Region: Central Ohio / Columbus area
Residential substance use treatment, housing, peer recovery support, reentry services, and family support programs.
(614) 221-6209https://voaohin.org
Ohio Addiction Recovery Center (OARC)
Type: Peer-Led Recovery Nonprofit
Region: Central Ohio (Columbus)
Peer-led recovery community center, NARCAN training, recovery coaching, harm reduction services, and connection to treatment.
(614) 498-9011https://ohioaddictionrecovery.com
Addiction Services Council (ASC) — Greater Cleveland
Type: Addiction Services Nonprofit
Region: Cuyahoga County / Greater Cleveland
Education, advocacy, and community prevention programs related to addiction. Resource referrals for treatment and recovery support.
(216) 431-9919https://addictionservicescouncil.org
| Agency | Address / Phone | Counties Served |
|---|---|---|
| Region 1 — SW Ohio | Council on Aging of SW Ohio (800) 252-0155 | Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, Warren help4seniors.org |
| Region 2 — W Ohio | Area Agency on Aging PSA 2 (800) 258-7277 | Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, Shelby info4seniors.org |
| Region 3 — Lower NW Ohio | Area Agency on Aging PSA 3 (800) 653-7277 | Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Hardin, Mercer, Putnam, Van Wert aaa3ohio.org |
| Region 4 — NW Ohio | Area Office on Aging of NW Ohio (800) 472-7277 | Defiance, Erie, Fulton, Henry, Lucas, Ottawa, Paulding, Sandusky, Williams, Wood areaofficeonaging.com |
| Region 5 — N Central OH | Ohio District 5 AAA (800) 860-5799 | Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Marion, Morrow, Richland, Seneca, Wyandot aaa5ohio.org |
| Region 6 — Central OH | Central Ohio AAA (COAAA) (800) 589-7277 | Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway, Union coaaa.org |
| Region 7 — S Central / SE | Area Agency on Aging PSA 7 (800) 582-7277 | Adams, Brown, Gallia, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, Scioto, Vinton aaa7ohio.org |
| Region 8 — SE Ohio | Buckeye Hills AAA (800) 331-2644 | Athens, Hocking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Noble, Perry, Washington buckeyehills.org |
| Region 9 — E Ohio | Area Agency on Aging Region 9 (800) 945-4250 | Belmont, Carroll, Coshocton, Guernsey, Harrison, Holmes, Jefferson, Muskingum, Tuscarawas aaa9.org |
| Region 10A — NE Lakefront | Western Reserve AAA (WRAAA) (800) 626-7277 | Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina areaagingsolutions.org |
| Region 10B — Akron/Canton | Direction Home Akron Canton Contact via website | Portage, Stark, Summit, Wayne dhad.org |
| Region 11 — NE Ohio | AAA Region 11 Contact via website | Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning, Trumbull aaa11.org |
Caregiver Assistance Network (Catholic Charities SW Ohio)
Type: Caregiver Support Program
Region: Southwest Ohio (Cincinnati/Hamilton County)
Support groups for 340+ caregivers monthly, Powerful Tools for Caregivers 6-week class, CAREline helpline, workshops, resource referrals. Active since 1996.
(513) 869-4483 (CAREline)https://ccswoh.org
Syntero Caregiver Consultation Program
Type: Behavioral Health / Caregiver Support
Region: Central Ohio (Franklin County and surrounding)
One-on-one caregiver counseling, consultation, and support services for family members and caregivers of individuals with health and mental health challenges.
(614) 457-7876 ext. 205https://www.syntero.org/
AARP Ohio — Caregiver Resources
Type: Nonprofit Advocacy & Support (50+)
Region: Statewide Ohio
Family caregiver resource guides, AARP Caregiving Resource Line, advocacy for caregiver policies, driver safety, financial and legal guidance.
1-877-333-5885 (Caregiving Line) | 1-800-266-4346https://states.aarp.org/ohio
Pro Seniors, Inc.
Type: Legal Aid Nonprofit
Region: Southwest Ohio (Cincinnati-based; statewide services for 60+…
Free legal and long-term care assistance/counseling for people age 60+. Covers elder law, Medicare/Medicaid, pensions, nursing home issues.
(513) 345-4160 | (800) 488-6070https://proseniors.org
Ohio's Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Type: State Advocacy Program
Region: Statewide Ohio
Investigates complaints from nursing home and assisted living residents, advocates for resident rights, helps caregivers navigate long-term care quality concerns.
1-800-282-1206https://ltcombudsman.ohio.gov
Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP)
Type: State Consumer Protection Program
Region: Statewide Ohio
Free one-on-one counseling for seniors and families on Medicare, health insurance options, benefits, and claims.
1-800-686-1578https://insurance.ohio.gov/consumer/oshiip
Ohio's Hospice (Statewide Network)
Type: Nonprofit Hospice Network
Region: Statewide Ohio (community-based member hospices)
Hospice and palliative care, caregiver support, and respite care through a network of community-based hospice providers.
1-800-653-4490https://ohioshospice.org
Hospice of the Western Reserve
Type: Nonprofit Hospice
Region: Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga, Lorain, Medina counties
Hospice, palliative care, and bereavement support. One of Ohio's largest nonprofit hospice providers.
216-486-6100 | 800-707-8922https://hospicewr.org
Hospice of Dayton / Hospice of Southwest Ohio
Type: Nonprofit Hospice
Region: Southwest / West Ohio
Comprehensive end-of-life care, caregiver education, bereavement counseling, inpatient hospice facilities.
Contact via websitehttps://www.ohioshospice.org/dayton/
Ohio Veterans Service Commissions (All 88 Counties)
Type: County Government Program
Region: All 88 Ohio Counties (each county has its own VSC)
Free VA claims assistance, transportation to VA facilities, emergency financial aid for veterans and families. Contact your county auditor's website or search 'Ohio Veterans Service Commission [your county]'.
Statewide Veterans Helpline: 1-888-838-7578https://benefits.va.gov/persona/veteran-general.asp
Volunteers of America of Ohio & Indiana — Veterans Programs
Type: Faith-Based (Nondenominational) | Open to All
Region: Central Ohio / Columbus
Transitional and permanent supportive housing for veterans, case management, mental health support, employment assistance, and reentry services.
(614) 221-6209https://voaohin.org
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) — Ohio
Type: Veteran Advocacy Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio (multiple chapters; statewide office in Colum…
Free VA benefits claims assistance, transportation to VA medical centers (DAV Van), advocacy, employment support for disabled veterans and survivors.
1-800-827-1000 (VA Benefits) | DAV Ohio Dept: (614) 272-4588https://dav.org
American Legion — Ohio
Type: Veteran Service Organization
Region: Statewide Ohio (500+ posts throughout Ohio)
Veterans benefits assistance, Ohio Veterans Children's Home, Boys State program, community programs, emergency financial assistance through Legion posts.
(614) 299-2528https://ohiolegion.com
VFW — Veterans of Foreign Wars, Department of Ohio
Type: Veteran Service Organization
Region: Statewide Ohio (hundreds of local posts)
Free VA claims assistance through Service Officers, financial assistance, caregiver support, and community programming through local posts.
(614) 228-9096https://vfwohio.org
AMVETS — Ohio Department
Type: Veteran Service Organization
Region: Statewide Ohio
Veterans claims assistance, legislative advocacy, scholarships, and community service. Serves veterans of all eras.
Contact via websitehttps://amvetsohio.org
Ohio Veterans Collaborative
Type: Veterans Peer Support Network
Region: Statewide Ohio (Columbus-based; peer navigator network)
Peer navigator program connecting veterans to services statewide. Training, education, and support coordination for veterans transitioning to civilian life.
Contact via websitehttps://ohioveteranscollaborative.org
Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland (JFSA)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Greater Cleveland / NE Ohio (Cuyahoga, Geauga, Summit counti…
Home health care, Alzheimer's/dementia caregiver support, developmental disabilities residential services, mental health, Holocaust survivor support, kosher meal delivery, shuttle transportation, domestic violence support, and Alyson's Place Medical Clinic.
Contact via websitehttps://jfsa-cleveland.org
Jewish Family Service of Columbus
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Central Ohio / Columbus area
Counseling, elder care services, refugee resettlement, Holocaust survivor support, food pantry, and emergency financial assistance.
Contact via websitehttps://jfscolumbus.org
Jewish Family Service of Akron (JFS Akron)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Greater Akron / Summit County
Senior care, brain health and wellness programs, memory care guidance, caregiver support, and adult programming.
Contact via websitehttps://jfsakron.org
Jewish Family Services of Greater Toledo
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Northwest Ohio / Greater Toledo
Counseling, elder services, refugee support, food assistance, and community programs.
Contact via websitehttps://jfsgtoledo.org
Cleveland Chesed Center (under JFSA Cleveland)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) Community Resource
Region: Cleveland Heights / NE Ohio
Free food, clothing, and household items for Jewish families experiencing financial distress. Storefront in Cleveland Heights.
Via JFSA Cleveland websitehttps://jfsa-cleveland.org
Catholic Charities — Diocese of Cleveland
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: 8 counties: Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Geauga, Wayne, S…
Mental health counseling, senior services, food assistance, housing, immigrant & refugee services, addiction treatment, family support.
(216) 696-6525https://ccdocle.org
Catholic Charities — Diocese of Columbus
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: 23 counties in Central and Southeast Ohio
Mental health counseling, food pantries, senior services, housing, emergency assistance, refugee resettlement, family support.
(614) 221-5891https://columbuscatholiccharities.org
Catholic Charities — Diocese of Toledo
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: 19 counties in Northwest Ohio
Senior services, mental health counseling, emergency assistance, housing support, food programs.
(419) 244-6711https://catholiccharitiesnwo.org
Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: Montgomery County / Dayton area
Caregiver Assistance Network, mental health, food assistance, refugee services, emergency financial help.
(937) 223-7217https://cssmiami.org
West Side Catholic Center — Cleveland
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: West Side Cleveland / Cuyahoga County
Food, clothing, employment readiness, financial literacy, and case management for individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness.
Contact via websitehttps://westsidecatholic.org
Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio (LSS)
Type: Faith-Based (Lutheran) | Open to All
Region: 27 Ohio counties (Central Ohio and beyond, since 1912)
Faith Mission homeless shelter (90,000+ nights/year), food pantries, affordable senior living, domestic violence shelter (CHOICES), health center, affordable housing, and 211 referral line.
Dial 2-1-1 | Main contact via websitehttps://lssnetworkofhope.org
Lutheran Social Services of Northwestern Ohio
Type: Faith-Based (Lutheran) | Open to All
Region: Northwest Ohio / Southeast Michigan
Mental health counseling, emergency food pantry, drug and alcohol counseling, batterers intervention, financial opportunity center, family resource centers, military counseling.
Contact via websitehttps://lssnwo.org
Genacross Lutheran Services
Type: Faith-Based (Lutheran) | Senior Living & Care
Region: Northwest Ohio
Senior living communities, skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, home health, and hospice services.
Contact via websitehttps://genacross.org
Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry — Cleveland
Type: Faith-Based (Lutheran) | Open to All
Region: Greater Cleveland / Northeast Ohio
Services for marginalized populations: homelessness, re-entry for formerly incarcerated, and human trafficking response.
Contact via websitehttps://lmm.org
The Salvation Army — Ohio
Type: Faith-Based (Christian) | Open to All
Region: Statewide Ohio (multiple corps locations including Cleveland…
Emergency financial assistance, food pantries, homeless shelters, after-school programs, disaster relief, substance abuse recovery programs, and senior services. One of Ohio's largest social service providers.
Contact your local corps via salvationarmyusa.orghttps://salvationarmyusa.org
Muslim Family Services of Ohio
Type: Faith-Based (Muslim) | Open to All
Region: Central Ohio / Columbus area (since 1993)
Emergency financial assistance, food support, household settlement, workforce development, conflict resolution, and basic needs for families in crisis.
Contact via websitehttps://mfsofohio.org
Islamic Council of Ohio (ICO)
Type: Faith-Based (Muslim) Advocacy & Referral
Region: Statewide Ohio (since 1985)
Community coordination, information and referral for Ohio's Muslim communities, civic inclusion programs, and interfaith outreach.
Contact via websitehttps://ic-ohio.org
Episcopal Community Services / LifeWork Erie (Episcopal Church)
Type: Faith-Based (Episcopal) | Open to All
Region: Northeast Ohio / Cleveland Diocese area
Employment and job training services, education, financial wellness programs.
Contact via websitehttps://dohio.org
United Way — Statewide 2-1-1 Network
Type: Community Nonprofit Network | Open to All
Region: Statewide Ohio
2-1-1 helpline connecting callers to food, housing, health care, caregiver support, mental health, and utility assistance. The backbone social services referral network for all of Ohio.
Dial 2-1-1https://211centralohio.org
The Arc of Ohio
Type: Disability Services Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Ohio
Advocacy, support, and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families.
(614) 487-4720https://thearcofohio.org
SourcePoint (Delaware County Council on Aging)
Type: Area Agency / Senior Services
Region: Delaware County and surrounding area
Comprehensive senior services: caregiver support, transportation, nutrition programs (home-delivered meals, dining), fitness, Medicare counseling, and social engagement.
(740) 363-6677https://mysourcepoint.org
Ohio Legal Help
Type: Legal Nonprofit / Online Resource
Region: Statewide Ohio
Free legal information and referrals for Ohioans on topics including elder care, housing, domestic violence, and disability rights.
Contact via websitehttps://www.ohiolegalhelp.org/
LifeCare Alliance — Columbus
Type: Multi-Service Senior / Wellness Nonprofit
Region: Central Ohio (Columbus and surrounding counties)
Meals on Wheels, Medical Nutrition Therapy, diabetes services (CODA), hospice nutrition, prescription assistance, and wellness programs for seniors and homebound individuals.
(614) 278-3130https://lifecarealliance.org
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