Access Center for Indendendent Living

Our mission is to ensure that people with disabilities have complete access to the communities in which they wish to live.

35 South Jefferson St.
Ddayton, Ohio 45402
www.acils.com

937) 341-5202
(937) 341-5217 FAX
(937) 341-5218 TTY

MS Society
Ohio Valley chapter
4440 Lake Forest Drive, Suite 120
Cincinnati , OH 45242
phone: 513-769-4400
1-800-344-4867
fax: 513-769-6019
info@ohg.nmss.org

RX for Ohio website;

http://www.rxforohio.org/who/

RxforOhio is a program that connects qualified, low-income people with discount prescription drugs, direct from the pharmaceutical manufacturer.

Montgomery County-Vital Statistics

937-225-4418

The Dayton VA Medical Center provides a continuum of care, which encompasses all levels of acute, nursing home, and domiciliary care.
A very active ambulatory care program is provided through a variety of clinics including a primary care program designed to assure that we offer an atmosphere of friendly, personal and individualized patient care.

The Ohio Head Start Association, Inc.
144 Westpark Rd.
Dayton, Ohio 45459
Phone: (937)435-1113
Fax: (937) 435-5411

WEBSITE; http://www.ohsai.org/index.html

As a professional organization, we are dedicated to advocacy, training and providing support which enhances and fosters growth of our individual members, member agencies, partners and others who impact the lives of children and families.

OHSAI Values
DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP We recognize that strong and effective leadership requires reciprocal, interactive, positive partnerships with all members of the community who touch the lives of children and families. We encourage continual personal and professional growth.
ACHIEVING QUALITY The quality and performance of our efforts in all areas are guided by high standards and a strong sense of responsibility. We encourage personal responsibility and growth while supporting innovative approaches and solutions.
ESTABLISHING RELATIONSHIPS We promote inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our lives. We foster an environment of honesty, integrity, respect, teamwork and trust.

Administrative Offices

Dayton
224 N. Wilkinson Street
Dayton, OH 45402
Phone: 937-226-0780
Fax: 937-226-0328

WEBSITE; http://www4.plannedparenthood.org/pp2/cinti/

Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region strengthens our community by preventing unintended pregnancy and empowering individuals with the knowledge, opportunity, and freedom to make private decisions about reproductive and sexual health.

Purposes

• To provide reproductive health care services to any individual who wants or needs them.
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

• To advocate public policies which guarantee each individual's access to services, right to privacy, and ability to make reproductive decisions free of coercion.
  

  
  

  
  

• To provide human sexuality education which enhances the health and well being of individuals in the community.
  

Other Guardianship Programs in Ohio

American Red Cross Emergency Housing Program,

415 Van Wert Place,

Dayton, Ohio, 45404. OR CLICK BELOW TO VIEW WEBSITE;

http://www.dac.redcross.org/montgomery%20county.htm

Who is eligible for this program?

To qualify for the program, a person must be the head of a household with at least one child and temporarily homeless due to:

• Unsafe/unsanitary living conditions
• Natural disaster (fire, flood, etc.)
• Lack of financial resources
• Domestic Violence
• Lack of utilities
• Eviction
• Transience
• Condemned dwelling/displaced by the city

How do I get a referral?

Eligible families must be referred by a social service agency, such as the American Red Cross. Other acceptable agencies include:

• Family Service Association
• YWCA Shelter Network
• Lutheran & Catholic Social Services
• Montgomery County Children’s Services
• St. Vincent de Paul Society
• Project Cure
• Montgomery County Job and Family Service Center
• Ombudsman’s Office

To obtain a referral, the head of the household may request a confidential assessment of the family’s housing situation from one of the above-mentioned agencies.

Temporary Residency

Each EHP resident is provided with a maximum of 60 days of housing, clothing and food. During this time, a trained social worker is assigned to each family to assist in resolving the situation that led to their homelessness.

Referral and on-site services include:

• Budgeting classes
• Nutrition classes
• Parenting classes
• Fair housing classes
• Housekeeping classes
• Weekly case management
• Transportation to appointments
• Assistance with locating permanent housing
• After-school tutoring program

The EHP also offers follow-up casework for up to one year and assists families in locating permanent low-cost housing.

For the Children

Educational programs are offered to children living at the EHP. Through a partnership with Dayton Public Schools, children have the opportunity to receive tutoring in their studies.

During the summer, children can participate in the Summer Reading Program. They can check out library books from selected Dayton Public Schools and participate in crafts and learning games.

In-Kind Contributions

To donate furniture, household items such as blankets, towels or sheets, or personal hygiene items such as soap, toothpaste or diapers, call 937-223-2985.

Senior Dining Centers

2900 Glengarry Drive
Dayton, OH 45420
937-296-3268
Serves at noon

CLICK BELOW TO VIEW WEBSITE;

http://www.seniorresourceconnection.com/index.htm

The 30 Senior Dining Centers within Montgomery County, serve hot, nutritious "home style" lunch meals to individuals 60 years of age and over. The Senior Dining Center in your neighborhood is attended by people like you, folks who enjoy going out for a low-cost but healthful and tasty lunch and who enjoy the company of their neighbors.

At the Dining Centers you can meet new people, attend picnics, and enjoy holiday celebrations. Exercise classes and entertainment are available at select Dining Centers. The Senior Dining Centers are brought to you by The Senior Resource Connection and are funded through the Area Agency on Aging Title III program, United Way and customer contributions. Many groups contribute as host facilities and special funders.

You also have the opportunity to learn more about maintaining your health and nutrition and about resources available to seniors in our community. Screening tests are brought directly to various Dining Centers throughout the year.

What Is the food like?

Hot, nutritious and delicious meals are served for both regular and diabetic needs.  Milk and bread accompany every meal.

How much does it cost?

Customers contribute according to their abilities.  A contribution of $2.00 is suggested.  Friends and family are welcome, but everyone under age 60 (except spouses) must pay $4.65 for their meals.  Ask about our volunteer program for those under 60 years of age and needing a donation-meal only.

How do I start?

You can order your lunch in advance while at your Dining Center, or you can call the number listed for the Dining Center you wish to attend by 12:30 p.m. the day before you go.

What if I don't drive?

In Montgomery County the majority of dining centers are located in the city of Dayton and are on public transportation routes.  For specific information regarding transportation in all counties, please call the individual dining center.

What if I can't get out?

Most people prefer to socialize among their peers whenever they can, but sometimes that's impossible.  People who are homebound (unable to cook or shop for themselves) and have no source of meal preparation may be eligible to receive Meals-On-Wheels.  Call the Senior Resource Connection Meals-On-Wheels at 937-228-FOOD (3663) or toll free at 1-888-580-3663. 

What happens if the weather is bad?

Major television and radio stations will announce Senior Resource Connection Dining Center closings.

NATIONAL ALLIANCE of
BREAST CANCER ORGANIZATIONS (NABCO)

(888) 80 NABCO

www.nabco.org

LIVING BEYOND BREAST CANCER (LBBC)

(888) 753-LBBC (5222)

www.lbbc.org

Alzheimer's Association
Miami Valley Chapter

3797 Summit Glen Drive
Suite G100
Dayton, OH 45449
PHONE: 937-291-3332   TOLL FREE: 1-800-272-3900

The Alzheimer's Association is the only national voluntary organization dedicated to conquering Alzheimer's disease through research and to providing information and support to people with Alzheimer's disease, their families, and caregivers.

Founded in 1980 by family caregivers, the Alzheimer's Association has more than 80 chapters nationwide providing programs and services to assist Alzheimer families in their communities. The Association is the leading funding source for Alzheimer research after the federal government.

Information on Alzheimer's disease, current research, patient care and assistance for caregivers is available from the Alzheimer's Association.

Mission

Our mission is to build a healthier community, through assisting the residents of the greater Miami Valley area in the fight against cancer by conducting high quality cancer prevention and control research and by providing effective cancer prevention education, outreach and screening programs.

ARC

AIDS RESOURCE CENTER
Dayton Region
The Kuhns Building 1883
15 West Fourth St, Suite 200
Dayton, Ohio 45402
(937) 461-2437 
(937) 461-2435 Fax
(800) 252-0827 Toll Free

Our Mission

AIDS Resource Center Ohio provides a continuum of services for those infected, affected and at risk of HIV/AIDS.  

Our Vision

We will be the leader in high-quality HIV/AIDS services and prevention.  We will ensure client satisfaction while servicing the highest number of people possible with cost effectiveness.  We will reduce the incidence of HIV infection through public awareness and behaviorally based prevention programs.

Disability Resources
http://www.disabilityresources.org/OHIO.html

NUTRITION SERVICES

Senior Resource Center 228 - 3663
Visiting Nurses Association 225 - 4500
Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance 268 - 0051
Ahler's Catering (Fresh-frozen meals only) 443 - 0405

Voice Shot

Sales
Toll Free: (800) 962-0126
Outside the U.S.: (248) 647-3100

Support
Toll Free: (800) 804-9314
Outside the U.S.: (818) 223-8964

CAP Montgomery County
719 South Main Street
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 341-5000
(937) 341-5002 fax
Joyce E. Price, Vice President & COO

Montgomery County

Welcome to Community Action Partnership serving Montgomery County since 1998. Our Agency offers low-income individuals and families programming and services that promote self-sufficiency. Below is a listing of the services and programs we offer.

Our Mission
Our mission is to work with local communities to eliminate the causes and conditions of poverty and to promote individual independence and self-sufficiency.

Our Promise

Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

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Assisted Living Waiver Program

For More Information

Please contact us at:

513-721-7670 or

800-252-0155

TTY/TDD 513-651-0691

http://help4seniors.org/AssistedLivingWaiver.htm

The Assisted Living Waiver Program is an alternative for Nursing Facility Residents and recipients of one of Ohio’s Waiver Medicaid Programs.  The purpose of the waiver is to provide an additional option on the continuum of care for individuals who meet the nursing home level of care criteria and whose needs can be adequately and safely met in a less restrictive setting

PROGRAM ADMISSION/QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

In order to be eligible for the Assisted Living Waiver the individual must meet one of the following criteria:

• Be a nursing facility (NF) resident seeking admission to a residential care facility that would remain in an NF for long term care if not for the waiver.

• Be a participant on one of Ohio’s Medicaid Waiver Programs who would move to a NF if not for the Assisted Living Waiver.

In addition to one of the above, the participant must have a documented need for hands on assistance with at least two activities of daily living and also 21 years of age or older.

Children's Disabilities Information

http://www.childrensdisabilities.info/

the access center

http://www.acils.com/

people with disabilities working for people with disabilities

Access Center for Independent Living
35 S Jefferson Street
Dayton, Ohio 45402

(937) 341-5202
(937) 341-5217 FAX
(937) 341-5218 TTY

Please note: the Access Center is a fragrance-free environment. Please refrain from wearing scented personal products when attending our events.

the access center

The Access Center is a non-profit, non-residential center for independent living funded through Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act and whose board and staff are comprised entirely of people with disabilities.

We do so through offering advocacy, information and referral, independent living skills training, peer support, our recycled durable medical equipment program and through assisting individuals transition from institutional settings to community living

Sunrise Center

http://www.mcohio.org/services/sunrise.html

1320 East Fifth Street
Dayton, OH 45402

Phone: (937) 225-4920
Fax: (937) 496-3007
Joanne M. Hale, Center Director

Hours and Days of Operation
Monday through Friday
8:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Function Statement
The mission of Sunrise Center is to act as a GUIDE to the local social service system...improving the quality of life by proactively providing the tools to empower our clients to help themselves; to be the HOST to a variety of social service agencies...creating a community-based "shopping center" for social services for our clients; to serve as a LISTENING POST for our clients and neighbors...developing innovative programming to address the needs of the community, with a focus on the future; to be a GOOD NEIGHBOR...always striving to provide accessible, quality services to the residents of our community.

The following resources are available at Sunrise Center:

Sunrise Center Staff - Provides case management, and acts as a clearinghouse for referral to food/clothing pantries and area churches. Case management services include regional assessment, information and referral or emergency social service needs like counseling, utilities, housing, etc. Our service area includes zipcodes: 45403, 09, 10, 19, 20, 30, 31, 32.
CALL 225-4920

Montgomery County Juvenile Court - Provides probation services for juveniles. CALL 225-4210

Montgomery County Adult Probation Department - Provides probation services for adults. CALL 225-4320

Montgomery County Combined Health District:
* Children & Youth Clinic, CALL 225-6039
* WIC (Women, Infants & Children) Program, CALL 225-6182
* Visiting Nurses Association, CALL 225-4051
Prenatal Clinic, CALL 225-4484

S.W.E.A.T. - Dayton's Americorps Program

Montgomery County OSU Extension

http://montgomery.osu.edu/

M-F 8am-4pm

Phone: 937-224-9654

Fax: 937-224-5110

1001 S. Main Street

Dayton, Ohio 45409

The office of OSU Extension, Montgomery County,  is a well-known resource in our community.  A welcoming environment, excellent customer service, caring staff, and a clean secure facility.

Montgomery County Extension Office has
five main program areas to support the local community:
4-H Youth Development
Agriculture, Agronomy, and Livestock
Community Development
Family and Consumer Science
Natural Resources