ACCESS OHIO is accessible, comprehensive, and high quality mental health care services that provide Results That Matter so that individuals are empowered to achieve maximal recovery and improvement and to become contributing and successful members of society.

Access Ohio was created to provide top quality mental healthcare for all, including the economically disfavored. Access Ohio is dedicated to the often-overlooked individuals that often need quality services the most - Medicaid - and are dedicated to providing premium quality care at absolutely no cost to everyone eligible to receive Ohio Medicaid.

ACCESS OHIO - North Office
Mental Health Center of Excellence
8100 Ravines Edge Court, Suite 200
Columbus, Ohio 43235
614-985-3112

ACCESS OHIO - East Office
Mental Health Center of Excellence
99 N. Brice Road, Suite 360
Columbus, Ohio 43213
614-367-7700

The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.

The Alzheimer's helpline serves people with memory loss, caregivers, health care professionals and the public. Their knowledgeable staff can help with understanding dementia and Alzheimer's, medications and other treatment options, skills to provide quality care and legal, financial and living-arrangement decisions.

The Alzheimer's Association of Greater Cincinnati is a contracted provider of Council on Aging offering the following services:

• social work counseling
• Alzheimer's education

More about the Alzheimer's Association

The Alzheimer's Association Greater Cincinnati Chapter offers programs, support and resources for those affected by Alzheimer's.

For more information about this valuable community resource, visit their website: http://www.alz.org/cincinnati/

Alzheimer's.gov is a free information resource about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Visit this website to  link to authoritative, up-to-date information from agencies and organizations with expertise in these areas.  Here you can find links to authoritative, up-to-date information from agencies and organizations with expertise in these areas.

This alzheimers.gov website is part of the federal government's commitment to help those facing Alzheimer's and other dementias. The National Alzheimer's Project Act (NAPA) was signed into law in 2011. This law requires the development of a national plan to accelerate research toward treatment and prevention of Alzheimer's, and to improve care, services, and support to people with Alzheimer's, families and caregivers. 

Bittersweet Farms is a provider of support services that include residential, vocational, and day program at Safe Haven Farms, which is situated on 59 acres in rural Butler County, in Middletown, Ohio.

Safe Haven Farms was founded in 2010 by a group of parents who wanted to provide an agricultural community in which their adult children with autism could live and work.  The agricultural setting allows for the opportunity to learn new skills that build greater independence, self-worth and dignity.  To learn more click here.

The Butler County Educational Service Center provides programs and services that promote achievement and improve the quality of life for families and children. 

Butler County Educational Service Center serves as the central educational and service resource for schools, government agencies, families, children and the community.

Programs Include:

• Head Start
• Early Head Start
• Help Me Grow
• Butler County Success
• Kinship Navigator Program
• Public School Preschool Programs
• Special Education Preschool Programs
• Related Service such as Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy
• Family and Children First Council
• Therapeutic Interagency Preschool
• Fairfield Preschool
• Academic portion of the Alternative Education Programs of Union Day School
• Family Child Care Licensure
• Early Intervention

Click here to see a more complete listing of all Services and Programs

The Caregiver Assistance Network (CAN) is a collaborative effort of Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio with dozens of community agencies to serve people of all faiths, providing:

• Moral support: Links you with a person who truly understands.
• Stress Relief: Offers tips on how to care for yourself as you care for others.
• Resources: Provides practical ideas on where to get help including free services available to caregivers in our area.
• Family Consultation/Counseling: Professional assessment and/or counseling, available by phone or in the home for caregivers` families.
• Caregiver Training/Education: Offers programs on handling emotions, balancing needs and providing care. These programs are available through senior centers, churches and other institutions. Programs are also presented to employed caregivers in the workplace.
• Support Groups for Family Caregivers: There are over 43 locations in Butler, Hamilton, and Warren Counties and in Northern Kentucky. Call 513-929-4483 for information/registration.
• Balance: A quarterly newsletter for family caregivers.

Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio is a contracted provider of Council on Aging offering the following services:

• caregiver support
• companionship for seniors (any senior interested in having a senior companion volunteer should contact Richard Schibi at rschibi@ccswoh.org or 513-241-7745 for more information)

Catholic Charities provides 20 programs and services in the area of Children's Services; Adult Services; Counseling and Education; and Community Services. Visit the website for more information.

Home care, Nursing Home/Assisted Living Care, Hospital Care, Focused Care (expert symptom managemtm for unique needs, 24/7 RN on-call assistance, Weekly Nurse Visits, Home vists by focused Care physician as needed, emotional support from qualified conselors, volunteers to assist with errands or caregiver relief, acess to an array of additional services (respiratory, occupational, massage, and music therapies), home health aide assistance with personal care, medical equipment and oxygen as needed at no direct cost, prescription medications related to their diagonsis at no direct costs.

Companions on a Journey is a non-profit organization that provides grief to those who have lost a loved one. We have served the Northern Cincinnati Community for Twenty-five years and continue to offer our support groups and Pathways to Healing events for free at a nominal cost to participants. Please visit our website or call our office for the most up-to-date schedule. 

Council on Aging promotes choice, independence, dignity, and well-being through programs and services that help people remain in their homes.  Click here to download our complete Reference Guide to Home and Community-based Care Options.

We offer education and support for family caregivers.   

We help older adults and people with disabilities remain independent via affordable, high-quality home and community-based services. 

We work in hospitals and nursing homes to create smooth transitions from one care setting to the next, with the goal of reducing hospital admissions and premature nursing home placement.  

We are the "front door" to unbiased information and resources for older adults, people with disabilities, families, caregivers, and professionals.   

Click here to access additional programs and services on our website.

The primary focus of hospice care is quality of life through comfort, dignity and understanding.  It encompasses the physical, psychological and spiritual needs of terminally ill patients, while supporting the well-being of caregivers.  Whether provided in the home, hospital, long-term care facility, or anywhere else, hospice is a compassionate way to deliver care and supportive services to terminally ill patients.  And, it is provided on the basis of need, not the ability to pay.

DBSA provides hope, help, support, and education to improve the lives of people who have mood disorders. 

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance in Middletown offers support groups for those with depression or bipolar disorder and those who care for them. For meeting times and locations click here.

We provide information, resources, and treatment for people battling addiction and related conditions.

At DrugRehab.com, our mission is to equip patients and families with the best information, resources and tools to overcome addiction and pursue lifelong recovery. We are here to help you or your loved one every step of the way.

Through the Eldercare Locator, individuals and their families can get information on services available for older adults nationwide including State and Area Agencies on Aging.

Founded in 1977, Family Caregiver Alliance was the first community-based nonprofit organization in the country to address the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home. Long recognized as a pioneer in health services, FCA now offers programs at national, state and local levels to support and sustain caregivers.

Family Caregiver Alliance is a public voice for caregivers, illuminating the daily challenges they face, offering them the assistance they so desperately need and deserve, and championing their cause through education, services, research and advocacy.

Fernside is a non-profit organization offering support and advocacy to grieving families who have experienced a death. As the 2nd center in the nation, Fernside offers peer support for grieving children, teens and adults. Fernside works to increase community awareness of grief issues through community outreach.

The mission of Grace Hospice is to treat every patient as their own treasured loved one, providing care that affords a quality of life that outweighs quantity of days, and supports caregivers as their hearts find healing.

Grace Hospice offer a program for patients who are considered terminal and are expected to live six months or less if the disease follows its natural course, although many patients outlive this time frame. Their focuses is on comfort care not curative care.  The goal of Grace Hospice care is for the patient to remain as comfortable and pain-free as possible in their own home or the home of a loved one through the end of life. Grace Hospice care can also be provided in a long-term care facility or an assisted living facility.
 

Community Behavioral Health serves people with severe mental illness.  Programs include:

• Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
• Case Management
• Counseling Treatment Unit (CTU)
• Deaf/Mental Health Services
• Forensic Assertive Community Treatment
• Homeless Services and PATH
• Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT)
• Mental Health Court of Common Pleas
• Mental Health Municipal Court
• Money Management (Payee) Services
• Pharmacy Services
• Primary Care Services
• Psychiatric Nursing Services
• Psychiatric Services
• Residential and Housing Options
• The Recovery Center
• Transitional-Aged Youth Services
• Vocational Programs
• Welcome Center

GCB has two clinic locations in Cincinnati. The primary clinic site and agency’s administrative headquarters are located in East Walnut Hills at:

1501 Madison Road
Cincinnati, OH 45206
513-354-7000

The other clinic location is in Roselawn at:

7162 Reading Road, Ste. 400
Cincinnati, OH 45237
513-354-7200

GCB also offers Transitional-Aged Youth services (TIP) in Clermont County at:

1074 Wasserman Way
Batavia, Ohio 45103
513-354-1300

The mission of the Greene County Council on Aging is to  promote independence and quality of life for Greene County senior citizens and caregivers by facilitating and supporting the implementation and continual improvement of a comprehensive and coordinated system of contact, care and support. To learn more about their services visit their website here.

Hospice of Cincinnati specializes in providing comfort, compassion and personalized end-of-life care to all those
in need. Our medical and caregiving personnel are widely recognized as industry leaders in hospice and palliative
care. Additionally, we are 100% committed to supporting patients and family members in every possible way....
from symptom management to spiritual /emotional supportand bereavement services.

Hospice of Dayton is dedicated to providing quality comfort care and support in meeting the medical, emotional, spiritual and psychological needs of their patients, families, caregivers, staff and community in a way that affirms life and supports choices in an environment of dignity and respect.

Hospice of Hope has provided compassionate care and support to thousands of local residents and their families. During this time, they have earned the trust and respect of the communities in which they serve.

Built on the foundation of Service, Care & Hope, at the center of their philosophy is the belief that each of us has the right to live in comfort with peace and dignity to the end-so those left living may find peace and solace.

Hospice of Hope is a non-profit, community-based organization serving terminally ill children, adults and their families. Hospice of Hope covers more than 4,500 square miles in Bracken, Fleming, Lewis, Mason, Pendleton and Robertson counties in Northern Kentucky and Adams, Brown, Clinton, Clermont, Highland and Pike counties in Southern Ohio .For more information on the services they provide visit their website here.

Hospice of Southwest Ohio is dedicated to providing quality comfort care and support in meeting the medical, emotional, spiritual and psychological needs of our patients, families, caregivers, staff and community in a way that affirms life and supports choices in an environment of dignity and respect.  HSWO’s caring employees and volunteers are empowered to fulfill this vision…with every patient…every day.

The Society is a National, voluntary health organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with Huntington's disease and their families. They assist people and families affected by Huntington's Disease and help them to cope with the problems presented by the disease. For more information on their services click here.

IKRON (Integration of Knowledge and Resources for Occupational Needs) provides integrated quality behavioral health services to the greater Cincinnati and Tri-State area.

IKRON was the first community facility to work collaboratively with the Bureau of Vocation Rehabilitation counselors to help prepare Longview State Hospital (Summit Behavioral Health) patients for discharge from the hospital to the community and to eventual competitive employment in the community.

IKRON was also the first rehabilitation center in southwest Ohio to offer a comprehensive rehabilitation program aimed at obtaining competitive employment and maintaining sobriety.

Jewish Family Service is a contracted provider of Council on Aging offering the following services:

• social work counseling
• caregiver support
• recreation
• supportive services

Jewish Family Service of Cincinnati strengthens lives by providing professional social services to families and individuals in times of need.  Many services are available including: aging and caregiver services, adoption connection, counseling, family life education, resettlement acculturation, and vital services support (region's only kosher food pantry).

A Web site featuring kinship resources for Ohio "kin caregivers."   The Web site is hosted by Public Children Services Association of Ohio. For more information regarding available services and County contacts download the Ohio Kinship Care GuideBook: http://www.odjfs.state.oh.us/forms/num/JFS%2008146/pdf/

LifePoint Solutions is a comprehensive counseling agency with expertise in mental health diagnosis and treatment.

Price Hill Administrative Offices
3730 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45205
Phone: 513.381.6300

Amelia Administrative Offices
43 East Main Street
Amelia, Ohio 45102
Phone: 513.947.7000

Downtown Center
200 McFarland Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Phone: 513.721.7660

Price Hill Center
3740 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45205
Phone: 513.381.6300

English & Acculturation Center
200 McFarland Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Phone: 513.721.7660

Northern Kentucky Center
434 Scott Boulevard
Covington, Kentucky 41011
Phone: 859.291.1121

Lighthouse Youth Services is a multiservice agency providing social services to children, youth and families in south eastern Ohio.  Operating since 1969, Lighthouse is nationally recognized as an innovator in services for families in crisis, for homeless youth and young adults, for youth learning to become self-sufficient, and in foster care for abused or neglected children.

Lighthouse operates the areas only direct access, around the clock sanctuary for homeless, abused, neglected or abandoned youth; and a juvenile corrections facility with a success rate more than double that of traditional facilities. In all, Lighthouse operates 19 different programs and a charter school.

At any given time there are over 400 children, youth and families in Lighthouse residential care.  Each day Lighthouse staff members serve over 1000 children and families through its community based services.  Last year, the agency served over 4000 young people and families.  Central to their lives are concerns about homelessness, hunger, loneliness and safety.

Mental Health America is a private, non-profit organization serving individuals, families, professionals, lay persons, and communities in Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio. We are committed to preserving and strengthening the mental wellness of all individuals. We pride ourselves on educating the community with current research, best practice prevention techniques, and treatment and recovery options.

Under its new name and structure, Mental Health America is re-dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all people – especially children and adults living with mental and substance use disorders – by helping them live healthier lives. Our message is simple- good mental health is fundamental to the health and well-being of every person and community.

Mental Health America advances its mission to Educate, Advocate and Serve.

• Educate individuals, families, professionals, and healthcare providers about ways to preserve and strengthen their mental health.
• Advocate for access to effective care and build an understanding of people with mental and substance use disorders.
• Provide support for individuals and families living with mental and substance use disorders.

Services include:

The Mental Help Net website exists to promote mental health and wellness education and advocacy.

MentalHealth.gov provides one-stop access to U.S. government mental health and mental health problems inforamaton.  MentaHealth.gov aims to educate and guide:

• The general public
• Health and emergency preparedness professionals
• Policy makers
• Government and business leaders
• School systems
• Local communities

Mercy Health hospitals provide inpatient treatment for those who are having difficulty functioning in daily life due to mental and/or behavioral health disturbances. Three Mercy Health hospitals offer specialized treatment for individuals of all ages who have symptoms of depression, anxiety or bipolar disorder. Through treatment, we aim to make each and every patient’s life better – mind, body and spirit.

Locations:

Clermont Hospital Mental and Behavioral Health Services for Adults

3000 Hospital Drive
Batavia, OH 45103
513-732-8200

Medical Professional Services

2330 Victory Parkway, Ste. 500
Cincinnati, OH 45206
513-221-2330

Psychiatry

7500 State Road, ML 01065
|Anderson, OH 45255-2439
513-624-4500

Services:

Individual Counseling & Psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and children
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Group Experience
Facilitation
Supervision  individual and group
Consultation individual and group
Testing children and adults
Hispanic Counseling Program
Educational Opportunities
Workshops
Referrals for psychiatric consultation
EMDR for trauma resolution
Clinical hypnotism
Massage Therapy, Healing Touch & Reiki
Art Therapy Program

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries is a contracted provider of Council on Aging offering the following services:

• homemaking
• personal care services

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries is a multi-purpose human services agency, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy.

Caregiver Training

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries provides ongoing training, employment, and retention support for women and men striving to attain self-sufficiency by working as home care aides. These individuals then give back to others by providing compassionate home care for impoverished older adults suffering from infirmity and/or loneliness in their inner-city neighborhoods. 

Senior Programs

Advocacy for seniors 60 years and older living in 45206 and 45207 zip codes consisting of:

• Assistance with budgeting and writing monthly checks
• Assistance with understanding paperwork from government agencies, doctors, etc.
• Accompany to appointments at Social Security office, doctors, etc., in order to help understand individual situation and assist with recertification
• Place phone calls to agencies to access situation
• Assist with fill out paperwork

Crisis Assistance - Hours Monday through Thursday 9am-11:30am:

• Assist with paying rent, utilities or medications if criteria met
• Food Pantry - food bag to feed one person for three days
• Monthly Special "Pantry Day" held the third Tuesday of each month which includes blood pressure check and health assessment with van transportation
• Benefit Bank / Income Tax Filing

Prevention of Social Isolation:

• Telephone visits
• Spiritual visits and regular home visits
• Activities such as Birthday and Christmas parties
• Birthday card delivery

Grandparent Support Group:

• Monthly meeting for grand parents raising their grand children facilitated by licensed social worker

Education Services

• ABLE/GED classes
• Basic computer education
• Workplace & Life Skills Training

Referrals

If you know someone who could benefit from our services, please make a referral by contacting Mary Lou Wolf at mlwolf@mnministries.org. Or by calling her at 513.751.2500 Ext. 215.

The mission of the Montgomery Job and Family Services Department is: Protecting children and the elderly, strengthening families and individuals, and providing opportunities through coordinated services for the residents of Montgomery County.

Provides support, advocacy and education for family members who have a relative with mental illness. The NAMI organization operates at the local, state and national levels. NAMI of Hamilton County is dedicated to improving the lives of families and individuals affected by mental illness through education, support, and advocacy.

NCMHA is comprised of over 80 members representing professional, consumer and government organizations with expertise in mental health and aging issues. Its goal is to work together towards improving the availability and quality of mental health preventive and treatment services to older Americans and their families.

NCMHA publishes a list of member resources for websites, publications, and presentations that focus on topics including advocacy, caregiving, elder abuse, and more.

National Family Caregiver Support Program

Through Title III of the Older Americans Act, the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) provides direct help to eligible family and informal caregivers. In southwestern Ohio, Council on Aging combines resources from NFCSP with other local programs to provide assistance to as many caregivers as possible.

Types of assistance that may be provided through this program include:

1. Information to caregivers about available services
2. Assistance to caregivers in gaining access to services
3. Counseling/Education/Training
4. Respite care*
5. Supplemental services -- additional services and supports needed to help people stay independent in their homes (limited)*

*The care recipient must meet specific criteria.

Eligibility

1. Family caregivers (of any age), of a person with Alzheimer`s disease or a related dementia may be served regardless of the age of the person with dementia
2. Grandparents and other relative caregivers providing care to children (under age 18 years) may receive services at 55 years of age and older
3. Grandparent or relative caregivers (age 55 and older) who provide care for adult children (ages 19--59) with a disability

For more information, call Council on Aging at (513) 721-1025.

Caring for a loved one can be hard work. However, the National Family Caregivers Association says that people who recognize themselves as caregivers are more proactive, engaged and confident. As a result, they provide better care and are able to do so longer, even as their loved one's care needs increase. Caregivers who access and use support services also report fewer negative emotions, such as depression, anxiety and anger. By seeking and accepting help, along with planning for the future, you can provide the care your loved one deserves while also making sure your needs are taken care of.

Through the National Family Caregiver Support Program, your area agency on aging and other local providers are ready to assist you with supports that may include:

• Training, resources, information and support groups;
• Respite care, adult day and medical alert services;
• Personal care, chore services and home delivered meals;
• Yard work and home repairs;
• Durable medical equipment and home modifications; and
• More.

Contact the area agency on aging serving your community for information and referral, as well as a free in-person assessment to identify your needs and link you to available resources.

Hours: M-F (8am-5pm)

Are you feeling desperate, alone or hopeless? Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), a free, 24-hour hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Your call will be routed to the nearest crisis center to you.

• Call for yourself or someone you care about
• Free and confidential
• A network of more than 150 crisis centers nationwide
• Available 24/7

A website that helps you find mental health services within your area.

No Time Use Mine, LLC Senior Sitting Service and Social Enrichment Program for Seniors and Families, offers a Non-Medical Sitting, Companion, Respite, light housekeeping and well-being checks. Engage Seniors and families in Social Enrichment Activities and Events in the Community. With the goal of alleviating loneliness, isolation and depression and bringing families together creating a Loveship in the communities.   

The services are private pay and can accept long term care insurance,

If you are interested in these services please contact Jonda Proffit at (513)537-2354 or at notimeusemine1st@gmail.com 

Mission of Organization- To provide statewide leadership in establishing a high quality addiction prevention, treatment and recovery services system of care that is effective, accessible and valued by all Ohioans.
 

The mission of the Ohio Department of Mental Health is the promotion and establishment of mental health as a cornerstone of health and wellness for individuals, families and communities throughout Ohio.

The mission of the Butler County Mental Health Board is to ensure a comprehensive system of mental healthcare that is effective and unified as charged under Ohio Law to improve the quality of life for its citizens.

24 Hour Crisis Hotline

Oxford and Hamilton: 513-523-4146

Fairfield and West Chester: 513-894-7002

Middletown: 513-424-5498

The Ohio Grandparent Kinship Coalition (OGKC) is an organization across Ohio which assists caregivers taking care of children other than their own when the parents are unwilling or unable to care for them. The OGKC is an organization consisting of kinship caregivers, kinship caregiver advocates and agencies throughout Ohio.

OGKC Purpose:

•     Educate kinship caregivers and agencies regarding state and national programs /issues affecting kinship caregivers
•     Advocate at local, state and national levels for support of kinship families
•     Provide a networking system for caregivers and agencies
•     Link caregivers with services in their communities
•     Connect new kinship care programs with speaker’s bureau
•     Conduct statewide conferences

Oxford Senior Citizens, Inc is a contracted provider of Council on Aging offering the following services:

• home-delivered meals
• non-medical transportation
• congregate meals
• caregiver support
• recreation

About Oxford Seniors

The purpose of Oxford Seniors is to provide physical, spiritual, social, educational, vocational and intellectual programs for adults 50 years and older. It shall act as an advocacy agency for them. Oxford Seniors is a Council on Aging Elderly Service Program Provider,  PASSPORT Provider, and Home Delivered Meals Provider.

Senior Transportation

Senior Transportation provided by Oxford Seniors is available to older adults 60 years of age or older or disabled individuals of any age.  The transportation service operates Monday, 9:00am to 7:00pm, Tuesday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:30pm, and on Sunday, 9:00am to 12:30pm.  The suggested donation is $1.50 one-way around town and $5.00 one-way out-of-town.  Rides should be scheduled 24-hours in advance with priority given to medical appointments.  Riders may use the service to travel to a variety of destinations including the grocery store, post office, library, hair dresser, physician, and hospital.  Contact the Transportation Dispatcher at 513.523.1717 to make a ride reservation. 

Congregate Meals

Congregate meals are offered at the Oxford Senior Center Monday thru Thursday, meal served at 12:15 pm, and at the Reily Presbyterian Church located at 6370 Peoria Reily Rd., Tuesdays with the meal served at 11:30 am.

Support Groups

Support Groups are held at the Oxford Seniors` center include Grief Support and Caregivers Support Group.  The facilitated meetings connect individuals concerned with similar issues.  The Caregivers Support Group meets on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 1:15 pm. The Grief Support Group meets the first and third Mondays at 6:00 pm.  For more information, contact Sabrina Jewell at 513.523.8100 or sjewell@oxfordsenior.org.

Oxford Seniors Community Adult Day Service is a Council on Aging contracted service provider offering the following services:

• adult day care
• adult day care transportation

  MISSION: Oxford Seniors is Dedicated to Serving Seniors and Strengthening Community. 
  
  Oxford Seniors has been serving Oxford and the surrounding communities since 1953.  In 1977, Oxford Senior Citizens became incorporated and began receiving funding from United Way and the area Council on Aging.  Senior transportation began in 1978 as the "Help Van," and the Congregate Meal Program followed the same year. 
  
  In 1990, Oxford Seniors became the provider for the Home Delivered Meals Program, delivering hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors.  The current Oxford Seniors building was completed in 1982.  The Community Adult Day Service was added in 2000 to serve older adults with special needs who cannot stay home alone.

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                                           Thanks to our supporters!

  Our programs and services are made possible by support from the
   Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio, the City of Oxford,
  United Way of Oxford and Vicinity, Oxford Community
   Foundation and additional organizations and citizens
   of Oxford and surrounding communities

Founded in 1973, Women Helping Women  provides crisis intervention and support services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking in Hamilton County and survivors of sexual assault in Butler County.  The agency also takes a leading role in building awareness in the community to prevent these crimes. They are dedicated to serving women and men of all backgrounds, sexual orientations and abilities. Learn more about their services here.

StorageUnits.com is an up-and-coming startup that aims to help people all over the United States find the best, most convenient storage options in their communities. Our website is designed to allow consumers to quickly find and compare storage unit companies that meet their needs, whether they are looking for traditional self-storage or a full-service storage and moving solution.

Talbert House’s mission is to improve social behavior and enhance personal recovery and growth.

Need Help? Call:

• 513-221-HELP (4357) for more information or to schedule an appointment.
• 513-281-CARE (2273) or text Talbert to 839863 if in crisis or in need of immediate assistance. Available 24 hours-a-day.

The following is sample of Talbert House's programs and services. Visit their website for more information. 

Adolescent Substance Abuse Outpatient
Adolescent Substance Abuse Outpatient is a non-residential treatment program providing assessment and treatment for adolescents (ages 12-17) whose primary diagnosis is a substance use disorder. Services include individual and family counseling, group counseling and case management.

Adult Substance Abuse Services
This program provides comprehensive chemical dependency assessment and treatment options to men and women who are best served in an outpatient setting. Services include individual and group counseling, intensive outpatient group services, continuing care, and random drug testing. Supportive services may include family and culturally specific counseling, employment readiness, and referrals to other needed services. Adult Services also provides outpatient services to clients dually diagnosed with mental illness and substance abuse issues and housing case management to clients in the Shelter Plus Care Program. (See the Hamilton County Court Guide as a PDF)

Alcohol and Drug Addiction Partnership Treatment (ADAPT) for Men and Women 
The comprehensive residential and outpatient program provides assessment, treatment, and reintegration services for drug and alcohol addicted adults charged with drug-driven felony offenses through the Hamilton County Drug Court. Services include chemical dependency education and treatment, criminality/behavior modification, frequent and random drug testing, vocational/educational services, family counseling, and a variety of supportive services. This program is offered through a partnership between Talbert House, Central Community Health Board, First Step Home, and Prospect House. (See this program’s FAQ’s as a PDF) 

Alternatives
Alternatives is a treatment program providing assessment and treatment exclusively for adolescent males ages 12-17. The goal is to provide gender-specific treatment for adolescent males by using a cognitive-behavioral approach to address issues of substance abuse, criminality, victimization, grief, anger, and family dysfunction. Alternatives offers residential care, intensive outpatient, aftercare, and drug education groups.

The Bridge
The Bridge is a residential facility designed to provide assessment, treatment, and reintegration programming to adolescent males ages 12-17 experiencing difficulty with daily functioning due to mental/behavioral health issues. The program is dedicated to providing the highest quality service in the least restrictive environment possible. Services include individual, group, and family therapy. In addition, psychiatric and nursing services are available to each client.

Brown County Recovery Services
Brown County Recovery Services offers a broad range of substance abuse services and mental health assessment, treatment, and prevention services to the children, adolescents, adults, and families of Brown County and surrounding areas. The program works in collaboration with the educational and criminal justice systems, the county Department of Job and Family Services, and the medical community to provide individualized services and promote healthy behaviors and improve life skills within families, schools and the community.

Community Correctional Center (CCC)
A Community Based Correctional Facility (CBCF) located in Warren County, CCC has provided residential assessment, treatment, and reintegration programming for adult male felony offenders from Butler, Clermont, and Warren Counties since 1995.

Community Link
Community Link is a welfare-to-work program that provides coordinated services to Ohio Works First (OWF) recipients in order to facilitate their transition to work placement and self-sufficiency. Community Link is a collaboration of the following agencies: Talbert House, Easter Seals Work Resource Center, Recovery Link Inc. and the Alcoholism Council. Other agencies working with the collaboration are Jewish Vocational Services, Crossroads and Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health.

Cornerstone 
Cornerstone is a community corrections program for federal and state offenders that offers assessment, treatment, and reintegration for adult male ex-offenders in a residential setting. Services include case management, chemical dependency treatment, criminality/behavior modification, restitution and child support, frequent and random drug testing, education, employment readiness, verified and monitored community employment, and a variety of supportive activities. 

Day Reporting
This community corrections program provides treatment and reintegration services to Hamilton County probationers. Using a cognitive-behavioral approach, the program ensures a high level of accountability through targeted interventions. The program is a partnership with the Hamilton County Courts. Services are coordinated through a treatment team that include monitoring, daily reporting, substance abuse treatment, random drug screens, risk/needs assessment, and life skills training. Job search assistance, educational services and financial management services are available. 

Driver Intervention Program (DIP)
Certified by the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services (ODADAS), DIP provides prevention and assessment within a jail alternative setting for first-time DUI offenders in the state of Ohio. The program is designed to reduce the likelihood of repeated DUI behavior and runs every weekend, Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon. A 48-hour adolescent program is scheduled four to six times per year, and women’s weekends are held 10 times per year. Services include alcohol and drug education, traffic safety, and referral. Bilingual counselors and materials are also available for Spanish and Russian-speaking clients. 
 

Extended Treatment Certified by the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services (ODADAS), DIP provides prevention and assessment within a jail alternative setting for first-time DUI offenders in the state of Ohio. The program is designed to reduce the likelihood of repeated DUI behavior and runs every weekend, Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon. A 48-hour adolescent program is scheduled four to six times per year, and women’s weekends are held 10 times per year. Services include alcohol and drug education, traffic safety, and referral. Bilingual counselors and materials are also available for Spanish and Russian-speaking clients. 

This jail-based, chemical dependency program provides substance abuse assessment, treatment, and reintegration for adult misdemeanant men sentenced by the Hamilton County Courts. Services include counseling, continuing care, criminality programming, employment readiness, and life skills development with specialty tracks for anger management, relapse prevention, assaultive behavior/domestic violence, criminality/behavior modification, and family issues.

Fatherhood Project 
This program assists men in their efforts to become the responsible, committed and nurturing fathers they want to be. Fatherhood Project helps dads strengthen their connection and involvement in the lives of their children by providing classes, coaching and fellowship support meetings. Click here to check out how other organizations are supporting the Fatherhood Program.

Inter-Agency School Crisis Team 
The Inter-Agency School Crisis Team is trained to respond to crisis situations and have experience in dealing with children, adolescents and school staff. The team’s mission is to help schools respond effectively during times of crises. This service is provided through a collaboration between Talbert House, Centerpoint Health, Central Clinic, Red Cross, and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Medical Center. For immediate assistance, call 513-281-2273. (See Talbert House tips for helping children cope with crisis as a PDF)

Jail Intervention for Men
Jail Intervention for Men (JIM) is a program for incarcerated men with interpersonal violence or drug-related charges. Services offered include assessment, counseling for criminal thinking and behavior, anger management, alcohol and drug abuse education, relationships, life skills development and reentry planning.

Mental Health Court Day Reporting 
This program provides treatment and reintegration as an alternative to incarceration for Hamilton County residents with a mental health diagnosis. The program is a collaboration between the Mental Health Court Team, Crossroads Center and Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health. Using a cognitive behavior approach, services include monitoring, daily reporting, case management, drug testing, risk/needs assessment and life skills training. Job search assistance, educational services and financial management services are available. 

Parkway Center 
Parkway Center is a shelter that works with homeless men with substance abuse and mental health issues to provide emergency shelter and social services that help clients solve many of the problems that have left them with no place to call home.

Passages
Passages is a residential facility serving adolescent females ages 12-17 referred primarily by the Hamilton County Juvenile Court. The program uses gender-responsive techniques to provide assessment, treatment, and reintegration by offering intensive case management services and family counseling for the youth and each family member. The program uses positive, strength-based interventions utilizing a rewards system and cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques. Services are provided where needed, such as in the facility, at the youth’s home, and in the community.

Pathways 
For over 20 years, Pathways has served the community by providing assessment, treatment, and transition for adult female felons and misdemeanants in a residential setting followed by aftercare services. Gender-responsive services include community monitoring, cognitive-behavioral therapy, chemical dependency, and employment services. 

Project PASS (Partnerships for Academic Success in Schools) 
Project PASS is a mental health and substance abuse program providing assessment, prevention, education services, case management and an overall support program for school-aged children and their parents through a partnership with schools. It provides flexible, unique and cost-effective support services promoting healthy functioning in schools, home and the community. Staff members address the social, emotional, and behavioral health needs of students and families.
(See Talbert House Tips for Helping Children Cope with Crisis as a PDF)

Project STEPS
Project STEPS (Solutions That Empower Parents and Students) is a youth and family centered program made up of three programs; Family Peer Support, Project WRAP, and Cincy After School.  Family Peer Support offers support to families with school age children experiencing behavioral difficulties or need support managing services or resources for their child or family. This partnership is provided through Talbert House and Beech Acres. (For more information, see the Family Peer Support Program brochure, as a PDF). Project WRAP develops and implements plans for children and their families who have very complex needs by promoting healthy functioning in school, home and the community. Cincy After School provides a quality experience through academic achievement opportunities, anti-drug/anti-violence programs, and other recreational and educational activities at Shroder High School.

Recovery Halfway House
This residential substance abuse program provides assessment, employment and chemical dependency services, and reintegration for drug-dependent and homeless men.

Rewards Jail Intervention (RJI)
RJI is a residential, jail-based, chemical dependency program for adult women referred by the Hamilton County Courts. RJI uses gender-responsive techniques to provide assessment, treatment, and reintegration with programming that includes education and intensive discharge planning by addressing matters of chemical dependency, mental health, prostitution, and criminality. 

Second Chance Reentry
Second Chance Reentry is a community corrections program that offers adult non-violent ex-offenders in Hamilton County a full array of reintegration services to help them successfully return to the community, including job training, case management, social support, and mentoring. This partnership is between Talbert House and Urban League of Greater Cincinnati, Transformation Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, Allen Temple, Dress for Success, and Ohio Justice and Policy Center.

Section Road Center
Second Chance is a Department of Justice/Hamilton County collaborative with Talbert House acting as the lead agency. The program serves men and women returning to Hamilton County communities from local jails. Clients are enrolled into the program for a minimum of six months. Services include pre and post release assessment, service planning, cognitive behavioral groups and individual sessions, case management, and employment services.

Serenity Hall
Located in Butler County, Serenity Hall is a community corrections program that provides assessment, treatment, and reintegration for adult males in a residential setting. Services available include case management, chemical dependency treatment, criminality/behavior modification, restitution and child support, frequent and random drug testing, education, employment readiness, verified and monitored community employment, and a variety of supportive activities.

Spring Grove Center
Spring Grove Center is a community corrections program that provides assessment, treatment, and reintegration for adult males in a residential setting. Services available include case management, chemical dependency treatment, criminality/behavior modification, restitution and child support, frequent and random drug testing, education, employment readiness, verified and monitored community employment, and a variety of supportive activities. 

Substance Abuse Prevention 
This program targets the prevention of substance use and abuse among youth. The goals are to increase effective coping skills and to identify at-risk youth and link them to the appropriate treatment resources.

Turning Point 
This chemical dependency community corrections program for Hamilton County provides assessment, treatment, and reintegration services in a residential setting for adult men convicted of a second or multiple DUI or alcohol and drug offenses. Services include orientation, assessment, educational sessions, individual, group and family counseling, a six-month Continuing Care Program, and other supportive activities. 

Turtle Creek Center (TCC)
Located in Warren County, TCC provides assessment, treatment, and transitional services. Programming includes community monitoring, cognitive-behavioral groups, substance abuse treatment, employment services, as well as other specialized treatment services. Since 2003, TCC has served adult males in a residential halfway house setting serving 15 Southwestern Ohio counties.

Union Day School
Union Day School is an alternative school program for Butler County students who are experiencing serious emotional and behavorial challenges impacting academic success. The program provides three types of services: intensive school-based treatment, in-classroom support and outpatient clinic. This partnership is between Talbert House and Butler County Educational Service Center.

Veteran's Services
Residential and outpatient substance abuse and mental health services are provided to Veterans in the Talbert House service area. Additional programming includes the Fatherhood Project and transitional housing for homeless veterans. These services are tailored to ensure the success of veterans as they reintegrate back in to the community after their service to our country.

Warren Outpatient Services
Warren Outpatient Services offers accessible and affordable substance abuse treatment including assessment , group and individual counseling to adults and adolescents, so that they can regain control of their lives. The program also provides services for those who have been dually diagnosed with substance abuse and mental illness. Warren Outpatient serves adolescent and adult residents of Warren and Clinton counties. Click here to read more about Warren Outpatient Services.

In 2005, Teepa Snow, an occupational therapist and one of the world’s leading educators on dementia and care, founded Positive Approach® to Care (PAC), a company that provides dementia care training, services, and products around the world. A core principle of PAC is that, in order to obtain the relationships and outcomes that are desired, the first and most important shift must originate with each person’s own willingness and ability to change. Join PAC in helping to change the culture of dementia care, one mind at a time.

Positive Approach® to Care (PAC) provides a wide variety of services and products to enhance awareness and increase dementia care skills, including PAC Speakers, Teepa Talks, and Certifications. We also offer an array of virtual options and have a product store with many helpful tools and educational items for free and for purchase.

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Brain Injury Association of Ohio maintains a database of over 50 independent support groups around the state.

BIAOH has been working for the people of Ohio for over 30 years to provide assistance and support in the cause of brain injury prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy.

Behavioral Health Services
The Christ Hospital offers a comprehensive Behavioral Health program for adult and geriatric patients. 

Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit 

The focus of the Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit is crisis stabilization for individuals 18 years of age and older who have a primary psychiatric diagnosis. The program includes a multidisciplinary assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation and referral. 

Senior Adult Mental Health Unit 
The Senior Adult Mental Health Unit is a specialty unit designed for patients age 60 and older who require acute inpatient psychiatric care. The program includes a multidisciplinary assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation and referral. In addition, gerontologists are available for medical management.

The Christ Hospital Center for Health and Aging
Provides comprehensive, coordinated care for older adults who have interacting chronic medical conditions while offering support in dealing with the emotional, social and economic strain illness may bring.

4900 Babson Place, Suite 600
Cincinnati, Ohio 45227
Phone: 513-272-8444
Fax: 513-272-0015

The Christ Hospital Center for Health and Aging provides a wide range of solutions for older adult patients who face:

•  memory loss

•  management of chronic health conditions

•  frequent stays at the hospital

•  taking numerous medications that require constant rigorous monitoring

•  a lack of integrated medical care

•  having difficulty performing day-to-day functions, like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating

•  requiring help for caregivers who may seek outside counseling or other medical services and

•  needing help in coordinating medical and community services

For more information: www.thechristhospital.com/HealthAndAging

Christ Hospital Clinic
2123 Auburn Avenue
Medical Office Building, Suite A28
Cincinnati, OH 45219
Call, do not walk in.
513-585-2472
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed Holidays
Eligibility: No private insurance or Bureau of Worker`s Compensation (BWC) is taken, no one under the age of 16 years. Must qualify financially, sliding scale payments are possible.

Christ Hospital Dialysis Center
513-585-2431

Senior Care Preferred Plus (SCPP)
Senior Care Preferred Plus is a membership program, exclusive to Christ Hospital, dedicated to assisting those 50 and older with living a healthy life. IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Christ Hospital Health Network is discontinuing Senior Care Preferred Plus (SCPP), a membership program that assists those 50 and older with living a healthy life. Although we will no longer offer a paid membership program, The Christ Hospital Health Network will continue to share information with current SCPP members about upcoming seminars, screenings and events, service offerings, physicians, research and other news older adults need to stay healthy and well.

Current SCPP members will continue to have access to all the benefits of being a SCPP member until their current annual membership expires in 2013 or for some, in Jan. 31, 2014. 

The mission of the International OCD Foundation is to help individuals with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) to live full and productive lives. Their aim is to increase access to effective treatment, end the stigma associated with mental health issues, and foster a community for those affected by OCD and the professionals who treat them.

Support groups:

Adults with COD, contact Tami at 513-271-7723, meet Mondays 7:00-8:30 at St. Monica Community Center at the corner of University Court and Fairview Aves. in Clfton. Third floor room 301

Parents and Caregivers, contact Liz at 874-303-4996, meet 3rd Thursday of the month from 7:00-8:00 at the Knox Presbyterian Church 3400 Michigan Ave. 45208

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrations (SAMHSA) mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America`s communities.

The Wellness Community in our area offers people with cancer and their loved ones, free of charge, the support and resources they need to maintain a high quality of life and to cope with this life-threatening condition. Programs include a variety of weekly support groups, stress management advice, children's programs, classes in tai chi, yoga and nutrition and even an annual jokefest, making real the conventional wisdom that laughter is the best medicine. Support, stress management and wide-ranging education have proven to be an unbeatable combination.

The mission of United Rehabilitation Services is enhancing the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities or other special needs.

United Rehabilitation Services provides specialized programs that enhance the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities or other special needs. Their services will promote independence, community inclusion, and support for families.

Their dedicated and skilled team of professionals, in partnership with family members and caregivers, provide individualized services to improve the quality of life for each client. Their programs offer high quality services that are nationally and locally accredited and as a member of the Better Business Bureau, adhere to the most rigorous “Charitable Giving Standards”.

**Temporary warming shelters available by contacting 2-1-1 for Butler, Clermont, Clinton, and Warren counties**

2-1-1 can be accessed by phone or computer. A toll-free call to 2-1-1 connects you to a community resource specialist in your area who can put you in touch with local organizations that provide critical services that can improve—and save—lives. You’ll find information about:

• supplemental food and nutrition programs
• shelter and housing options and utilities assistance
• emergency information and disaster relief
• employment and education opportunities
• services for veterans
• health care, vaccination and health epidemic information
• addiction prevention and rehabilitation programs
• reentry help for ex-offenders
• support groups for individuals with mental illnesses or special needs
• a safe, confidential path out of physical and/or emotional domestic abuse

Whether in times of natural disaster or personal crisis, 2-1-1 is committed to being the first, most essential resource to anyone who needs help.

The primary goal of the WARMLINE is to aid people in their growth and recovery from mental illness.

At Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities they focus on providing those with disabilities full accessibility to the community  in all key areas: transportation, housing, employment, education, leisure and business/financial opportunities.

Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities offers a wide variety of options, including early intervention, service coordination, family support, day services for adults, community employment, transportation, residential services and much more.

The Mission of Warren County Children Services is to serve families in need and protect children who are abused, neglected, or dependent through collaboration with our partners and the support of the community.

Contact the Program Director at 513.233.4806 or visit http://www.co.warren.oh.us/ChildrenServices/Care/Default.aspx for information about how and when to report suspected child abuse, adoption and foster care.     

Warren County Community Services, Inc. is a contracted provider of Council on Aging offering the following services:

• home-delivered meals (including therapeutic meals)
• medical transportation
• non-medical transportation
• congregate meals
• recreation
• supportive services

Other services:

WCCS Aging Services are dedicated to assisting older adults and their family members. WCCS provides social services, health monitoring, medication assistance, and supportive services that help Warren County older adults remain at home and as independent as possible. Services include care management, meals on wheels, transportation, housing, nutrition and utility bill assistance.

Call Aging Services for more information:
Lebanon & Surrounding Areas: 513-695-2239
Cincinnati/Butlerville/Maineville: 513-925-2239
Dayton/Franklin/Springboro: 937-425-2239
Middletown: 513-261-2239
Blanchester: 937-783-4993, ext. 2239

Transportation

WCCS provides transportation to Warren County residents age 60 or older. Transportation is within Warren County and into all bordering counties. Operates from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Reservations required.  Medical and non-medical transportation available.

More information By Phone:

Lebanon & Surrounding Areas  513-695-2222
Cincinnati/Butlerville/Maineville  513-925-2222
Dayton/Franklin/Springboro  937-425-2222
Middletown  513-261-2222
Blanchester  937-783-4993 ex. 2222

HEAP

Winter Crisis Program
The Winter Crisis Program provides assistance to eligible households that are disconnected, threatened with disconnection of their primary or secondary heating source, or have less than a ten day supply of bulk fuel. Eligible clients may receive assistance once per heating season.

Summer Crisis Program
The Summer Crisis Program provides financial assistance to eligible seniors, age 60 or older, on their electric bill. Call in June to see when the Summer Crisis Program begins.

Call the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) for more information and appointments:

Call: 513-970-6737
Available 24 hours/7 days a week in all areas.

Congregate Meal are offered Monday thru Friday at the following locations.

• Station Hill Apartments- Lebanon
• Sherman Glen Apartments-Franklin
• Earl J Maag Apartments- Morrow
• Union Village Apartments- South Lebanon
• The 741 Center-Lebanon