Who do I call first for disability services in Franklin County, Ohio?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Ohio vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Franklin County.

Is help available in Spanish in Franklin County?

Yes. This Franklin County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Ohio agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Franklin County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Franklin County, Ohio

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Franklin County, Ohio. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Franklin County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Franklin County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Franklin County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Mid-Ohio Board for IL Environment, Inc. (MOBILE) ((614) 443-5936, Columbus)
The Center for Disability Empowerment ((614) 575-8055, Columbus)
Project SEARCH — Dsw (Columbus). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Hilton Columbus at Easton (Columbus). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Nationwide Children's Hospital (Columbus). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — OhioHealth Doctors Hospital (Columbus). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Finland Elementary (Columbus). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
Franklin County (Hilliard). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Ohio. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Access Ohio LLC/DBA Access Ohio East — Mental Health Center of Excellence (614-655-3345, Columbus)
Adriel (419-787-5165, Dublin)
Care Clinic (844-782-6963, Columbus)
Chalmers P Wylie VA ACC — Recovery Services (614-257-5443, Columbus)
Capital Park Family Health Center at Innis Road (614-416-4325, Columbus)
Clinical Outreach Vehicle (COVe) (614-340-6700, Columbus)
CNHC dba PrimaryOne Health (614-645-5500, Columbus)
Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS) (614-274-1455, Columbus)
Beatty Park Elementary School (Columbus)
Boundless Strategic Resources Inc (WORTHINGTON)
Childhood League Inc (COLUMBUS)
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy (COLUMBUS)
1st Assist Llc (614-804-1318, COLUMBUS). Respite care
21st Century Home Health Care (614-356-7859, GROVEPORT). In-home support
360 Lifestyle Solutions Llc (614-402-3996, COLUMBUS). Respite care

Statewide programs serving Franklin County

These serve every county in Ohio, including Franklin County.

The Ohio State University Nisonger Center. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
University of Cincinnati Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Ohio (800-282-9181). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council ((614) 466-5205). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Assistive Technology of Ohio ((614) 292-7721). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) (844-382-5452). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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