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Lutheran Social Services of Ohio assistance programs.
Dozens of counties are supported by Lutheran Social Services of Ohio as well as its partner organizations, which are the Central, Northern and Southern Ohio branches. While a number of assistance programs are offered, the focus is on providing housing, addressing hunger, and offering basic needs such as medical to those that are struggling. Find details on Lutheran Services (LSS) in Ohio programs below.
Housing and apartment programs from Lutheran Social Services of Ohio
There are many affordable and Lutheran Services low income housing units in Ohio that are run in partnership with local communities. Homes and apartments can be focused for seniors, the disabled, or single parents. All the programs are limited in nature. Units are for seniors living on a fixed income, the homeless, disabled, and recently evicted.
The Lutheran Social Services programs also range from shelter for the homeless to transitional housing. Those who stay at an apartment or home will also get help in locating and paying for permanent homes. Lutheran Services can even direct families to Ohio rental or security deposit assistance programs at the proper time. The facilities are below.
- Applewood Place, Mansfield, Ohio. This is for people 62 years or older. There are multiple units with the address at 1665 Executive Dr, Mansfield, OH 44906. Call (419) 774-0730 or (419) 775-0081.
- Centerburg Place. Housing is for seniors 62 years or older. Telephone (740) 625-5669. The address is 164 W Houck St, Centerburg, OH 43011.
- Chadwick Place I, II & III is at 1401 Wellness Dr, Marion, OH 43302. Residents 62 and older can call (740) 725-9303.
- Greenfield Place is based at 283 Green Ave, Groveport, OH 43125. Telephone (614) 836-5867
- Grovewood Place I & II is also for residents age 62 and older. Grove City, Ohio based (614) 539-1022. The location is 4301 Stoner Dr, Grove City, OH 43123.
- The Good Shepherd Villa, Ashland, Ohio is a low income unit for the disabled as well as 62 years or older. Phone (419) 282-9700 and the units are at 726 Center St, Ashland, OH 44805.
- The Manor at Howland Glen, Warren, Ohio. Call (330) 609-8066
- Little Brook Place, Columbus, Ohio based. Main number is (614) 759-8347
- Mt. Pleasant Place, Lancaster, Ohio. This is for people are 60 years or older or elderly. A small number of units are for the disabled. Call (740) 681-9659, and the income based homes are at 963 Prestige Blvd, Lancaster, OH 43130.
- North Community Place is located at 120 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH 43214. Call (614) 842-2025 for an application.
- Oakhurst Place is located in Delaware, Ohio (740) 369-5267. The apartments and homes are for people age 55 and older, with units located at 2178 Bruce Rd, Delaware, OH 43015.
- Pleasant View Place, Lancaster, Ohio is for people age 62 years or older. Dial (740) 689-1113.
- Stone House Place in Bridgeport is for people age 60 and older or that have a hearing disability. Main number is (740) 633-9929. The Lutheran organization also helps those with other disabilities and the location is 54385 National Rd, Bridgeport, OH 43912.
- Stratford Place, Columbus, Ohio. Call (614) 878-7257
- Tubman Towers in Springfield. This housing program is for those age 55 years or older. There are apartments, houses to lease and other units at 17 W Johnson Ave, Springfield, OH 45506. Dial (937) 325-7371.
- Village Place in Columbus, Ohio can be reached at (614) 275-9850.
- Woodridge Place, Columbus, Ohio. This program is for people of any age, mobility or hearing impaired. Dial (614) 272-8960. First floor apartments and other homes are located at 3565 Clime Rd, Columbus, OH 43228.
A LSS Fairfield County Emergency Shelter is for the homeless in the community. It provides them a secure place to stay in an emergency. In addition to shelter, the Lutheran Services affiliated agency has provided free food, clothing, and basic needs while helping individuals access longer term solutions. Clients can work with a case manager to access housing in Ohio, employment assistance, counseling and support groups.
- In partnership with the Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio, the Fairfield County Emergency Shelter also offers the following services for individuals and families to move from homelessness to self sufficiency. Enroll into case management, budgeting classes, planning, and Lutheran Services will help people find and apply for rent help. As there is a goal setting and any other requirements that would help individuals become self-sufficient.
Fairhaven Place is a Fairfield County Ohio permanent supportive housing complex. It is located in Lancaster at 1681 E. Main Street. Each apartment has a bathroom, kitchen and separate living area. Case managers from Lutheran Services work with individuals to help them maintain self-sufficiency. This includes offering them budgeting, employment readiness and other forms of housing assistance. More information is at 1681 E. Main St., Lancaster, OH 43130-5266, call (740) 653-2265.
Faith Mission is another shelter that is available in an emergency on a walk-in basis. The non-profit It Faith Mission provides families and individuals with free meals, shelter, food and gently used clothing. Other longer term support from Lutheran Social Services of Ohio includes medical, dental and vision care. LSS also help with housing, employment assistance, career counseling and support groups. The address is 245 N Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215. Phone: (614) 224-6617/
The Kensington Place is housing for retirees. Community members and seniors will be able to enjoy an all-inclusive lifestyle that features award winning apartments. The locations also offer fitness, hobby and leisure areas. The location is 1001 Parkview Blvd, Columbus, OH 43219. Call (614) 252-5276.
The Arthur B. Keiffer Veterans House in Lancaster, Ohio provides shelter and transitional housing for veterans for a maximum of two years. Residents will work with Lutheran Staff and volunteers on medical issues, personal finances and help them obtain a job in Ohio. This, when combined with rental vouchers, will help veterans move to permanent, stable housing.
Referrals and information to the Ohio Benefit Bank is available at Lutheran Social Services. The charity and the state's system offers free access to public benefits, information on how to apply, and tax credits for low- and moderate-income families. By maximizing tax refunds to the low income and by reducing a family's household costs, the Ohio Benefit Bank can increase the available cash on hand to pay your rent and bills. This will have the effect of strengthening the ability for people to move toward self-sufficiency.
The OBB and the assistance available can move people closer to stability and self-sufficiency. The Benefit Bank is offered at the Lutheran Services of Central Ohio food pantry and mobile units.
Lutheran Social Services of Northern Ohio is a key partner agency. Some of the resources offered by them are Homeless services/ transitional housing, Free Food Distributions, Holiday Food Baskets, Backpack Ministry, and the Summer Hunger Initiative for Children program.
Help with food from LSS in Ohio
Lutheran Services food pantries try to address hunger in the state, including the central and northern section. Free groceries, canned goods, and surplus commodities may be served. The main centers are at.
- Champion Avenue Food Pantry of Franklin County, 1460 S. Champion Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206, (614) 443-5130
- Fairfield County Food Pantry, 2045 East Main Street, Lancaster, Ohio 43130-3936, telephone (740) 687-5130
- Lawrence County - St. Paul Lutheran Church, 101 S 6th St, Ironton, OH 45638. Call (740) 532-4727
- Gallia County, New Life Lutheran Church, 900 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, OH 45631. Phone (740) 446-4889
- Grace United Methodist Church, 600 Second Ave., Gallipolis, OH 45631. Call (740) 446-0555
- Morgan County, 390 Main St, Malta, OH 43758. Call (740) 962-4596
- Scioto County, St. John Lutheran Church, 5600 Junior Furnace Powellsville Rd, Franklin Furnace, OH 45629. Call (740) 574-8028
Medical and health care from Ohio Lutheran Social Services is an option. LSS will help everyone from the low-income and uninsured, homeless and those in need. Medical care is offered from the Lutheran Social Services Central, Northern and Southern Ohio Good Shepherd clinic. It offers the highest quality health care services to the low income and uninsured in the community.
- The Transitional Care Unit is the place to go for short-term rehabilitation. The clinic provides major therapy services, daily skilled nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapy. The caring staff, nurses and licensed therapists will do their best to meet all your needs as well as provide you with preventative wellness programs. Other medical care provided by the Good Shepherd is IV Therapy, Tracheostomy Care, Wound Care, Oxygen/Aerosol Therapy, Diabetic Monitoring, Check Ups, and Tube Feedings.
Home Health Care from LSS will help people remain living at home. Lutheran Services and their volunteers know that it important to many of today's seniors. The elderly, homebound and seniors in Columbus and central Ohio who need personal or skilled care don't have to choose between leaving their home and getting the medical care and other assistance they need. Seniors can receive Free Health Assessment, Personal In Home Nursing Care, and also Skilled In home Nursing Care. Call 866-734-0599.
Main Lutheran Social Services contact information in the area
The main locations and addresses are below. Referrals can also be provided to other locations across Ohio.
- Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio, 1105 Schrock Rd, Columbus, OH 43229, call 614-228-5200
- Lutheran Social Services of NW and northern Ohio is at 2149 Collingwood Blvd, Toledo, Ohio 43620. Call 419-243-9178.
- Lutheran Social Services of Southern Ohio, 2045 E. Main St., Lancaster, Ohio 43130, call (740) 687-5130 for intake.
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