Provides practical, easy-to-understand information from medical experts on asthma, allergies, food allergies, anaphylaxis, and eczema. Find helpful information for families on topics including managing symptoms and avoiding triggers, patient assistance programs for medication costs, managing asthma at school, and allergies in pregnancy. They also have helpful tools for professionals on research, treatment options, health equity, and more.
(800) 878-4403
allergyasthmanetwork.org
This website is a great source of verified health information for parents on a wide range of health topics, such as healthy living, family life, immunizations, child development, and medical conditions. They offer articles with topics including safety, fitness, school issues, dating, substance abuse, emotional wellness, psychiatric medications, grief and more. You can also use the website to find a pediatrician in your zip code.
healthychildren.org
The website has reliable information on facts, symptoms, treatment, and medical recommendations for asthma and allergies. They host educational webinars for parents, online support communities, and Ask the Allergist knowledge base where anyone can get general questions answered by a medical professional. They also have tools for healthcare professionals, research and reports, and advocacy resources.
(800) 727-8462
Main Website: aafa.org
Ask the Allergist: community.aafa.org/db/ask-the-allergist
Kids with Food Allergies Website: kidswithfoodallergies.org
Offers free resources and programs to help Central Ohioians breathe better. The Lung Health Clinic offers free services regardless of income or health insurance. Clinic services include treatment for asthma, COPD and emphysema, diagnostic tests, and immunizations. They offer smoking and vaping cessation programs including nicotine replacement medications, Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialists, and classes for adults or teens. They help income-eligible families sign up for Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to reduce utility bills. This program includes the Winter Crisis Program (Nov.-March), Summer Crisis Program (July-Sept.), and Percentage of Income Payment Program (PIPP Plus).
741 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43205
Main Office: (614) 457-4570
HEAP Outreach: (614) 566-0750
breathingassociation.org
Offers free summer camps and family retreat experiences for seriously ill children, in a safe, medically supervised environment. Medical care is provided by volunteer physicians and nurses coordinated by a full-time medical director. They provide camps for kids with asthma, cancer, cerebral palsy, diabetes, blood disorders, muscular dystrophy, sickle cell, spina bifida and more.
1501 Burnley Road, Scottsville, Kentucky 42164
(270) 618-2900
courageouskids.org
Flying Horse Farms is a medical specialty camp that provides transformative experiences for children with serious illnesses and their families, free of charge. Campers range from ages 7-21 years old and have diagnoses including cancer, heart conditions, rheumatologic diagnoses, blood disorders, lung conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, craniofacial diagnoses, spinal cord diagnoses, and mental health conditions. Campers are given the opportunity to embrace new experiences like exploring the ropes course, archery, and swimming. Professionals can find opportunities to volunteer as camp counselors, kitchen crew, and medical and psychosocial team members.
5260 State Route 95, Mount Gilead, Ohio 43338
(419) 751-7077
flyinghorsefarms.org
The websites below offer helpful health information from reputable sources on topics such as healthy lifestyle, diseases, prevention, and treatment.
MORPC is responsible for the Central Ohio region’s transportation planning process. Visit the website to find information on current policy updates, find a community forum, information for bicycle commuters, find home weatherization programs, and sign up for Air Quality alerts by email or text to stay informed when pollution levels are high. The commission also offers consulting services for local communities to navigate zoning codes and long-term development activities.
111 Liberty Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Main Office: (614) 228-2663
Home Repair & Energy Efficiency Services: (614) 621-1171
Main Website: morpc.org
Sign Up for Air Quality Alerts: mailchi.mp/1d5b539be321/air_alerts
Columbus Metro Bike User Map: public-morpc.hub.arcgis.com/apps/38c3354989eb436184e41803fcabda7d/explore
Offers diagnosis and treatment of allergic diseases for patients ages 0-21. The clinic’s expansive range of services includes allergy consultations, allergy shots, comprehensive asthma management plans, skin testing, and more. The website provides informational videos and resources on asthma and allergies.
To Schedule an Appointment: (614) 722-6200
Allergy Clinics: (614) 722-5500
Main Website: nationwidechildrens.org/allergy-immunology
Click for Allergy & Asthma Educational Resources
Click for Asthma Program Educational Booklet & Resources
Home-visiting program designed to assist patients and caregivers in understanding and managing asthma. Nurses come to your home every 1-2 weeks and perform a physical assessment, determine environmental triggers, review medications and provide education. Staff are on call 24/7 to answer questions from enrolled patients and families. A referral from a healthcare provider is required for the program. Services are available in Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway, Ross, and Union counties.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-1100
nationwidechildrens.org/specialties/homecare/asthma-express-program
Offers educational materials for parents and caregivers from pediatric experts. Helping Hands are easy-to-read articles on topics including health conditions, caring for medical equipment at home, behavior support, medical tests, and caring for newborns. Visit the Conditions We Treat page for even more information on health conditions A-Z and how to get treatment.
Helping Hands: nationwidechildrens.org/helping-hands
Conditions We Treat: nationwidechildrens.org/conditions
Provides a full range of homecare services to Central Ohio children of all ages, from newborns through young adults. Homecare offers the following areas of service:
255 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 355-1100
nationwidechildrens.org/homecare
Pulmonary specialists diagnose, treat, and research a wide range of respiratory disorders, including asthma, cystic fibrosis, lung disease, and lung transplant. The Sleep Disorders Center diagnosis and treats infants, children, and adolescents with sleep problems. Visit the website to find programs and clinic locations, and helpful information from medical experts.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
Pulmonary Medicine: (614) 722-4766
Schedule an Appointment: (614) 722-6200
nationwidechildrens.org/pulmonary-medicine
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