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- Welcome to Council on Aging’s Aging and Disability Resource Directory. Here you will find information and resources available for older adults, people with disabilities, families and caregivers in our region. To use the directory, enter a search term in the search box and select a county or area from the drop-down menu, or click on the topics links below the search box.
- If you are looking for information on housing for older adults in our region, click the button below to search our housing database.
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- To have your organization listed in our Resource Directory, please complete this form and follow the submission instructions. We reserve the right to accept or decline requests at our discretion.
This section provides information, resources and contact information for people who need care – whether at home, in the community or in a nursing home. Most of the information in this section is aimed at helping you stay independent at home.
Health and SafetyAs we age, there are things we can do for ourselves and our loved-ones to to protect our health and safety. Whether it’s finding a new physician or preparing for a disaster, resources in this section can help.
HousingWhether you need help with a home repair, rental or utility assistance, or finding a home to suit your particular health needs, COA’s housing resources and information can help.
Work, Education and LeisureLearn something, have some fun! Resources in this section will help you find the information you need, whether you want to take a class, find a park, find a job, volunteer, or travel the world.
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Local Programs for Prescription Assistance
The eligibility for these programs depends on the program. Usually low income. Benefits are free or heavily discounted drugs for limited duration. For a directory of programs, including applications and eligibility criteria, use the following sites or phone numbers:
Ohio Best Rx Program
Twinsburg 44087-0408
Description:
Ohio`s “Best RX” is a prescription drug discount card program designed to lower the cost of prescriptions for Ohio residents without prescription drug insurance coverage. Program available for all ages and income. There is no waiting period and no membership fee.
Pharmacy Over-the-Rhine
Cincinnati 45202
Description:
A Not-For- Profit Pharmacy has been successfully opened by a group of pharmacists who generated grants from the City of Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati, College of Pharmacy and Carl Lindner to create an innovative primary care pharmacy for the ambulatory and lower income population of Over-the-Rhine.
The pharmacy sits on the corner of Liberty and Vine Streets in Cincinnati Over-the-Rhine area and is positioned to be a beacon of light, in the transformation and emergence of that impoverished area of the inner city.
- The only pharmacy in the community of Over-the-Rhine
- Occupies space on the first floor of the Crossroad Health Center Building. A large physicians group practice resides on the second floor of the building
- Proscan Pink Ribbon Women Center is located in Crossroad Health Center Building also, providing mammogram screenings to uninsured women.
- Dr. Shall Dentist practice is located in the Crossroad Health Center bulding.
Santa Maria Community Services
Cincinnati 45204
Description:
Locations
Administration
617 Steiner Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 557-2730
Click here for directions
East Price Hill Center
3301 Warsaw Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45205
(513) 557-2700
Click here for directions
Lower Price Hill Center
718 State Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 557-2710
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Sedamsville Center
617 Steiner Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 557-2720
Click here for directions
Santa Maria Community ServicesWellness Program
Offers health education and resources for underinsured or uninsured individuals through home visits, public health fairs and events, and at various health sites. Program helps with prescription access, medications, medical supplies, eyeglasses, hearing aids, health promotion support, and educational activities.
Bienestar
Provides health and wellness services for Hispanic/Latino population in Greater Cincinnati area. Services include health education, government assistance programs information and guidance, medical and social services referrals, health fairs, healthcare system navigation, and assistance with medical appointments. (More about Bienestar program) The signature feature of the Bienestar program is its Promotores de Salud component.
St. Vincent de Paul
Cincinnati OH 45214
Description:
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Cincinnati is a non-profit organization providing a unique style of personal assistance with food, clothing, medicine, rent, utilities, transportation and companionship to people facing economic, emotional or spiritual crises.
The Charitable Pharmacy
The Charitable Pharmacy is currently open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays each week to certify up to 12 new clients each day for up to six months of prescription coverage. To get enrolled you will need proof of residence, verification of income and expenses for all household members, and original or faxed prescriptions. The pharmacy serves clients from Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, and Warren Counties.
Edyth & Carl Lindner Choice Food Pantry
For those requesting assistance with food, the Edyth & Carl Lindner Choice Food Pantry is open every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to noon at our West End Office at 1125 Bank Street. Those living in the following zip codes are welcome to come: 45202, 45203, 45214, 45219, 45225, 45229, 45232. For those living outside the zip code range, please call (513) 421-0602 to locate a food pantry in your area.
Please bring the following documentation with you:
- Picture ID, Social Security Cards or a printout for the entire household.
- Proof of address, for example a recent utility bill or any piece of mail with your name and address on it, postmarked within the last 30 days.
Homelessness Prevention
St. Vincent de Paul`s help is diverse and far-reaching, but it begins in prevention. For those living paycheck to paycheck an unexpected expense such as a car repair or a child`s medical bill can set the whole household over budget. Often a small investment to help with a rent or utility bill will save a family from eviction or having water or electricity turned off and ultimately catches them before they become homeless.
The Ohio Benefit Bank
Columbus Ohio 43229
Description:
Many of us are forced to make tough decisions every day about paying bills, buying food, accessing medical care, and stretching our household budgets. The Ohio Benefit Bank is designed to make it simpler for Ohioans to connect with programs and resources that can make those decisions a little bit easier. From any computer with Internet access, you can use the online service to complete applications for programs like food assistance, child care assistance, health coverage, and much more.