Franklin County COVID-19 Resources List
Additional Franklin County community needs and resources:
- Frozen meals delivered to individuals 60 or over having food access issues through LifeCare Alliance; www.lifecarealliance.org/referral/; 614-278-3130.
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If you are interested in how you can help the Community Shelter Board provide assistance to our vulnerable homeless population during the COVID-19 crisis, please click on this link: https://www.csb.org/how-to-help-covid-19/
For a list of supplies needed by the Community Shelter Board, please click on this link: Community Shelter Board – Supplies Needed
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Online Resource Links for Central Ohio Area Cities
(Provided by B.R.E.A.D.)
Our work together is built around relationships, and we want to remain connected even during this time of crisis. Below are online resources that we are gathering to help you, your Network Members, and others you know (including us as staff!). We have tried to list these in alphabetical order for many of the cities in our area.*These will also be added to the website at www.breadcolumbus.com*
Bexley
For updates on what is happening and resources that are available in this city, click here.
Canal Winchester
For updates and resources, please click here.
Columbus
Click here to learn about new funding that “will assist older adults with groceries, water, pet supplies and sanitary products. It will also create a dedicated phone line for volunteers to speak to residents who feel isolated.”
Click here for information on funding to support families in need of emergency support of food access and housing support.
COTA
COTA is temporarily suspending fare collection for all trips. Beginning Thursday, March 19 all COTA transit rides will be no fare. We are asking all customers to enter and exit through the rear doors to encourage social distancing and to keep you safe.
Dublin
Click here for information on services and information in this city.
Gahanna
For updates and information, please click here.
Grandview Heights
For updates and information, please click here.
Grove City
For updates and information, please click here.
Groveport
For updates and information, please click here.
Hilliard
For updates and information, please click here.
New Albany
For information and resources, please click here.
Pataskala and Licking County
For updates and information, please click here.
– The United Way of Licking County has also established an emergency fund. Please click here for more information.
Pickerington
For information on online learning, “blizzard bags,” and food pantries, please click here.
Reynoldsburg
For updates, please click here.
Upper Arlington
For updates and information, please click here.
– For resources on financial support, internet, and meals for children, please click here.
Westerville and Delaware County
For information and resources, please click here.
For information on the “Utility Bill Payment Holiday” for Westerville only, please click here.
Whitehall
Click here for information for seniors, students, unemployment, food banks, grocery stores and more.
Worthington
For updates and information on assistance, please click here.
**Information specific to seniors
The Friendly Phone Line, 614-993-3614 is available to older adults in greater Columbus who are looking for friendly conversation and social connection.