Offers a list of free healthcare clinics across Ohio. Services vary but may include primary care, prescription assistance, dental, vision, behavioral health and other specialties. Use the Find a Clinic map to find free services near you. CHN also offers free care navigation services through Get Covered Ohio for children or adults to access health insurance, including help enrolling in Medicaid or CHIP. Call or go online to schedule an appointment with Get Covered Ohio.
CHN Office: 215 North Front Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 914-6458
Find a Clinic: charitablehealthcarenetwork.org/our-services/clinic-map-test.html
Get Covered Ohio: (833) 628-4467
getcoveredohio.org
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
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
The American Optometric Association provides free eye exams for infants between 6 and 12 months of age regardless of a family’s income or access to insurance coverage. Use the Find a Doctor tool on their website to find a participating provider near you.
(314) 983-4160
Find a Doctor: infantsee.org/find-a-doctor?sso=y
infantsee.org
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.
Offers routine and advanced eye care for children ages birth to 21 years old. They accept most insurance plans, including Medicaid, Caresource, and Molina. They also offer financial assistance programs, including payment based on income (sliding scale), for those who qualify based on family size and income.
Nationwide Children’s Outpatient Care Center: 555 South Eighteenth Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-4075
nationwidechildrens.org/ophthalmology-eye-clinic
Provides additional access to healthcare at your child’s school. The services provided are not meant to replace your pediatrician or family doctor. Care Connection programs include: Primary Care for ages 0-21, vaccination clinics, School-Based Asthma Therapy (SBAT), Wheelchair Clinic, Vision, Dental, Diabetes and School Health (DASH), Mental Health counseling. They accept most private insurances, Medicaid, and financial assistance program for qualifying families. No child is turned away for inability to pay for services. Visit the website for a list of participating school locations and additional contact information.
(614) 355-2590
nationwidechildrens.org/care-connection
Serves children with amblyopia (commonly known as lazy eye). They provide free eye patches and educational materials for families in Ohio. Visit the website and complete the online form to receive free patches and services. The website also has helpful resources for families about amblyope, treatments, and finding an eye doctor.
Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 431 South Eighteenth Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(877) 808-2422
ohioamblyoperegistry.com/
Provides outreach and education designed to connect those in need to critical sight-saving resources. They partner with care providers to offer free vision screenings, and glasses for children or adults that meet income eligibility requirements. Call for help finding a free vision screening near you. Their website also has great educational information on many eye conditions, how to properly wear and care for glasses and contacts, developing babies’ eyesight, and more.
Ohio Affiliate of Prevent Blindness
1500 West Third Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212
(614) 464-2020 or (800) 301-2020
ohio.preventblindness.org
Online resource directory supporting families and children with life challenges, disabilities, and healthcare needs from prenatal to age 25. The website helps families find resources and organizations to meet their specific needs and challenges. Users can customize profiles by location (counties within Ohio), age ranges, medical conditions, and topics of interest.
redtreehouse.org
A faith-based organization providing a food pantry (appointment required), free hot lunches, dental clinic, and vision clinic. Their after school program includes academic, spiritual, and emotional support for K-6 students. Transportation is provided from five local schools, but kids from any school district are welcome. They also offer scholarships for graduating seniors at South High School to pursue college or vocational training. The Stowe Pregnancy Resource Center offers free ultrasounds, pregnancy tests, and consultation.
888 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
(614) 445-8400
stowemission.org
Provides no-cost eye safety wear to protect kids’ eyes during sports and other recreational activities. Sports leagues, schools, 4-H groups, and Girl Scouts troops may apply for baseball and softball helmets, sports goggles, and safety goggles for career-technical activities. Families who meet income guidelines or have a foster child may apply to receive free prescription sports goggles. Find eligibility details and apply online.
Ohio Ophthalmological Society: 4400 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43214
(614) 527-6799
superspecs.org
Faith-based nonprofit helping neighbors with essential needs. Services include Choice Food Pantry, clothing boutique, cooking classes, and Christmas food and gift help. They offer connection to job readiness and placement assistance through community partners. Health services include eye exams and no-cost glasses to those who qualify, breast and cervical cancer screens for women who are uninsured or underinsured, and mental health counseling with board-licensed counselors at the Hope Counseling Center. Appointments are required services, including food pantry and clothing boutique. Call to schedule an appointment.
3964 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43213
(614) 252-2500
victorycoh.org