The Ohio Department of Aging is a cabinet-level state agency that administers programs and services to meet the needs of older Ohioans. These programs are funded by the federal Older Americans Act, Medicaid, and other sources. Additionally, the Ohio Department of Medicaid contracts with the Ohio Department of Aging to administer certain Medicaid programs. CLICK HERE to visit their website.
The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) provides health care coverage to more than 3 million Ohioans through a network of more than 165,000 providers. Learn more about Ohio’s largest state agency and the ways in which ODM works to improve wellness and health outcomes for the individuals and families they serve. CLICK HERE to visit their website.
Consumer Hotline: 800-324-8680
Ohio’s Office of the State Long-term Care Ombudsman advocates for people receiving home care, assisted living and nursing home care. Paid and volunteer staff work to resolve complaints about services, help people select a provider, and offer information about benefits and consumer rights. Ombudsman representatives do not regulate nursing homes and home health agencies, but do work with providers, residents, their families, and other representatives to resolve problems and concerns.
For assistance, contact your regional long-term care ombudsman program:
Ombudsman Region 2: West Central Ohio
Serving Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Shelby Counties
Phone: 1-800-395-8267
Ombudsman Region 3: Northwestern Ohio
Serving Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Hardin, Mercer, Putnam, and Van Wert Counties
Phone: 1-800-542-1874
This independent, private, nonprofit corporation plans and funds services for older persons in Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Shelby counties. Through partnerships with community organizations, services are provided to older adults to help them remain independent. The 12 Area Agencies on Aging in Ohio are part of a national aging service network. CLICK HERE to visit their website.
RESOURCES BY COUNTY
Champaign County
Job & Family Services: 1-800-837-4290 or 937-484-1500
Social Security Office:
Darke County
Job & Family Services: 1800-501-5635 or 937-548-4132
Social Security Office:
Logan County
Job & Family Services: 937-599-5165
Social Security Office:
Miami County
Job & Family Services: 937-440-3471
Social Security Office:
Preble County
Job & Family Services: 937-456-6205
Social Security Office:
Shelby County
Job & Family Services: 937-498-4981
Social Security Office:
This statewide collaborative falls prevention initiative is supported by Ohio government and state business partners to ensure that every county, every community and every Ohioan knows how they can prevent falls, one step at a time. This website is the source in Ohio for falls prevention information, tools and other resources. CLICK HERE to visit the website.
According to the Ohio Department of Health, older Ohioans are among those most at risk for complications from COVID-19. The links below are intended to help families and providers prepare for and respond to COVID-19.
For specific health guidance, consult your local public health officials, visit coronavirus.ohio.gov, or call 1-833-427-5634.
