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Low Cost Medications


Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio

Nonprofit charitable pharmacy that provides prescription medications to Franklin County residents at or below 300% of the federal poverty level. They also provide medication education and counseling, and referrals to other community resources. New patients should visit the website to schedule an appointment.
Livingston United Methodist Church, 200 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 227-0301
charitablepharmacy.org

Columbus Public Health (CPH) Resource Lists

These neighborhood resource lists are extremely helpful in finding resources near you. They provide detailed listings of free and low cost health care, vision care, dental care, prescription help, food pantries, transportation, job help, pregnancy resources and much more. They are updated annually and reviewed by the Columbus Public Health social work team. Please note that CPH does not provide direct monetary assistance, but these lists are helpful in finding community agencies that do provide this assistance.

240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-6807
columbus.gov/Services/Public-Health/Find-Health-Care-Resources/Health-Resources-List

Grace Clinics of Ohio

Faith-based organization providing free medical care for uninsured or underinsured patients. They offer free medical clinics run by volunteer healthcare workers. Services include basic primary care, dental, vision care, dietician services, physical therapy, pharmacy and women’s health. They do not provide prenatal care, fracture care, psychiatric services, substance abuse treatment, or acute emergency care. Appointments are required for some services. Services and walk-in hours vary by location.
Delaware: 40 South Franklin Street, Delaware, Ohio 43015
Hilliard: 4390 Reynolds Drive, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
Linden: 2052 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211
Marion: 148 Court Street, Marion, Ohio 43302
Wellston: 22 South Ohio Avenue, Wellston, Ohio 45692
(740) 816-6955
graceclinicweb.org

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) 211 Central Ohio

Faith-based organization providing a wide range of services across Ohio. Services include Faith Mission homeless shelter, food, health care, affordable senior living and domestic violence help. Visit the website for detailed program information and for programs in Fairfield County. The LSS 211 Information and Referral network can connect you to food pantries and other social services across Franklin County and Ohio.

  • LSS 211 Referral Line & Online Database
    Call 211 or (614) 221-2255
    lssnetworkofhope.org/211centralohio
  • Central Ohio Main Office
    1105 Schrock Rd, Columbus, OH 43229
    (614) 228-5200
    lssnetworkofhope.org
  • Champion Avenue Food Pantry
    1460 South Champion Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
    (877) 577-6325
    All Pantry & Produce Locations: lssnetworkofhope.org/foodpantries/locations
  • LSS Health Center
    Offers primary care, dental, vision, HIV/STD testing, pharmacy, behavioral healthcare, and substance use disorder (SUD/MAT) treatment.
    245 North Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    (614) 224-0747
    lssnetworkofhope.org/lsshealthcenter
  • New to the US Resources
    Anyone can call 211 for help in English or 180 other languages.
    211.org/get-help/new-us
  • Faith Mission Franklin County Homeless Shelter
    Must call Homeless Hotline in advance to be assigned a bed: (614) 274-7000
    217 North Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    Men’s Shelter: 599 East Eighth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
    lssnetworkofhope.org/faithmission
  • Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)
    Offers emergency shelter beds for veterans, and help with housing stability for veteran families.
    (614) 224-6617
  • CHOICES Domestic Violence Services
    Offers temporary housing, counseling, legal services, and peer support for survivors of domestic violence.
    24-hour Domestic Violence Crisis Line: (614) 224-4663
    General: (614) 224-7200
    lssnetworkofhope.org/choices/services

Medicine Assistance Tool (MAT)

A search engine created to help patients, caregivers and healthcare providers learn more about the resources available through various biopharmaceutical industry programs. MAT is not its own patient assistance program, but rather a search engine for patience assistance resources. Search for programs by medication name, your financial eligibility, and your location. The website also has helpful information on finding a free or low-cost clinic near you, medication savings cards, and health insurance.
medicineassistancetool.org

NeedyMeds

This organization maintains a website of free information on programs that help those who can’t afford medications.  Use their website to find prescription resources such as discount drug cards, government programs, low cost clinics, patient assistance programs, disease-based prescription help, and programs for children. You can also call their helpline for help finding programs.
Helpline: (800) 503-6897
needymeds.org

Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief (PAF CPR)

Provides free services and direct financial assistance for qualifying patients to help with co-payments, co-insurance or cost-sharing associated with prescription drugs through funds dedicated to specific diseases. Applicants must have a qualifying diagnosis, have active insurance, and be at or below 500% of the federal poverty guidelines. Patients can call or go online to start an application. Healthcare providers and pharmacies may also apply on behalf of a patient.
421 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, Virginia 23666
(866) 512-3861
copays.org

Physicians Care Connection (PCC)

This medical organization helps adults age 19+ with healthcare challenges due to individual barriers. They serve individuals across Central Ohio, including Franklin, Delaware, Licking, Fairfield, Pickaway, Union and Madison counties. Translation services are available. Programs include:

  • Medical Clinic: Free & low-cost healthcare for the uninsured or underinsured, including help with prescriptions, primary care, specialty care, and dental services
  • Healthy Pregnancy Support: Connection to prenatal care and resources to prepare for bringing your baby home
  • Housing Stabilization & Eviction Avoidance Fund: Helps renters access financial assistance for those behind on rent or utilities
  • Addiction Support: Provides addiction support and connection to recovery services, including those for pregnant women
  • Family Coaching & Peer Support: Linkage to food services, social service referrals, employment support, education support and more

1390 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 884-2441
pcchealth.org

Rx Assist

A national, online directory for patient assistance programs that offer free or low-cost medications. Use the website to search for programs by medication name. Programs vary but most require that patients meet income guidelines, are U.S. citizens, and have no prescription insurance coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions: rxassist.org/faqs
RxAssist Patient Center: rxassist.org/patients

Southeast Healthcare

Program: Provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare, including mental health counseling for individuals and families, primary care, dental care, pharmacy services, and vocational servicesSubstance use treatment services include immediate access to detox, medication assisted treatment, counseling, and case management. Homeless services include Men’s homeless shelter, transitional housing for adults with mental health disorders, and wraparound services. They serve multiple counties in Ohio, programs vary by location.
Eligibility: Ages 3+
Cost: Government insurance (Medicaid, Molina, Caresource), Private insurance, Self-pay (sliding scale fees based on income).
Referral: Individuals may refer themselves or be referred by a physician.

  • Franklin County: 16 West Long Street, Columbus, OH 43215
    (614) 225-0980
  • Delaware County: 824 Bowtown Road, Delaware, Ohio 43015
    (740) 695-7795
  • Morrow County: 651 West Marion Road, Mount Gilead, Ohio 43338
    (419) 949-2000
  • Belmont County: 68353 Bannock Road, Saint Clairsville, Ohio 43950
    (740) 695-9344
  • Harrison County: 243 South Main Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907
    (740) 942-4905
  • Monroe County: 37990 Old Airport Road, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793
    (740) 472-0753
  • Morrow County: 651 West Marion Road, Mount Gilead, Ohio 43338
    (419) 949-2000
  • Tuscarawas County: 344 West High Avenue, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663
    (330) 339-7850

General Questions: (614) 225-0990
southeasthc.org



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