COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE
Columbus, Ohio – Emergency, Crisis, Accessibility, and Immigration Support
EMERGENCY & CRISIS SUPPORT
911
Immediate medical, fire, or safety emergencies.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7.
The Trevor Project
Support for LGBTQ+ youth.
Website: thetrevorproject.org
Trans Lifeline
Trans-led peer crisis support.
Phone (U.S.): 877-565-8860
Website: translifeline.org
Franklin County Crisis Care Center
24/7 walk-in behavioral crisis center.
Phone: 614-222-3737
Website: adamhfranklin.org/crisis-center
Netcare Access
Mobile crisis response and mental health assessment.
Phone: 614-276-2273
Website: netcareaccess.org
COMMUNITY & LGBTQ+ CONNECTION
Stonewall Columbus
Community center, programs, workshops, events.
Phone: 614-299-7764
Website: stonewallcolumbus.org
Equitas Health
LGBTQ+ affirming healthcare.
Phone: 833-378-4827
Website: equitashealth.com
Mozaic
Support for transgender and gender-diverse BIPOC youth.
Phone: 614-572-0820
Website: mozaicohio.org
PFLAG Columbus
Support for LGBTQ+ people and families.
Email: contact@pflagcolumbus.org
Website: pflagcolumbus.org
BRAVO – Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Organization
Violence and trauma support for LGBTQ+ survivors.
Helpline: 866-862-7286
Text: 614-333-1907
Website: bravo.equitashealth.org
TRANS & GENDER-DIVERSE RESOURCES
TransOhio
Statewide advocacy, education, legal guidance.
Phone: 614-441-8167
Website: transohio.org
Gender Spectrum
National support for trans youth & families.
Website: genderspectrum.org
RECOVERY & SOBRIETY SUPPORT
Drummers AA (LGBTQ-Affirming)
Email: drummersgroup25@gmail.com
Location: Short North / North Broadway Churches
Maryhaven
Detox, residential, outpatient treatment.
Phone: 614-445-8131
Website: maryhaven.com
Talbot Hall – Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
Substance use treatment, detox, inpatient & outpatient.
Phone: 614-257-3760
Website: wexnermedical.osu.edu/locations/talbot-hall
Community Medical Services (MAT/Opioid Treatment)
Phone: 380-242-4500
Website: communitymedicalservices.org
VETERANS RESOURCES
Franklin County Veterans Service Commission
Phone: 614-525-2500
Website: vets.franklincountyohio.gov
Columbus Vet Center
Confidential counseling for veterans & families.
Phone: 614-257-5550
Website: va.gov/columbus-oh-vet-center
Grove City VA Clinic
Primary & mental health care.
Phone: 614-257-5800
Website: va.gov/central-ohio-health-care/locations/grove-city-va-clinic
Veterans Crisis Line
Dial 988, then press 1
Text: 838255
Website: veteranscrisisline.net
ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES
COTA Accessibility Services
Phone: 614-308-4338
Email: adacoordinator@cota.com
Center for Disability Empowerment
Phone: 614-575-8055
Website: disabilityempowerment.net
Access Ohio (ADA Training & Resources)
Phone: 614-575-8055
Website: access-ohio.org
Experience Columbus – Accessibility Guide
Phone: 614-221-6623
Website: experiencecolumbus.com/accessibility
IMMIGRATION & REFUGEE RESOURCES
Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS)
Phone: 614-235-5747
Website: crisohio.org
US Together
Phone: 614-437-9941
Website: ustogether.us
Riverview International Center
Phone: 614-427-3368
Website: riverviewinternationalcenter.org
The Center for Immigrants
Phone: 614-412-8880
Website: thecenterforimmigrants.org
Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services (ETSS)
Phone: 614-744-4654
Website: ethiopiantewahedo.org
Somali Community Association of Ohio
Phone: 614-262-4068
Website: somaliohio.org
Our Lady of Guadalupe Center (Catholic Social Services)
Phone: 614-340-7061
Website: colscss.org/our-lady-of-guadalupe-center
Asian American Community Services (AACS)
Phone: 614-220-4023
Website: aacsohio.org
Jewish Family Services
Phone: 614-231-1890
Website: jfscolumbus.org
Legal Aid (LASCO – Immigration Legal Support)
Phone: 614-224-8374
Website: lasco.org/immigration
MENTAL HEALTH HOTLINES & SUPPORT
Netcare Access (18+ crisis line)
Phone: 614-276-2273
Nationwide Children’s Behavioral Health (youth under 17)
Phone: 614-722-1800
Columbus Suicide Prevention Hotline (North Central)
Phone: 614-221-5445 (24/7)
Senior Line: 614-294-3309
Ohio Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 (24/7)
National Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 (24/7)
Trevor Project National Hotline (LGBTQ+ youth)
Call: 866-488-7386,
Text START to 678-678
National Disaster Distress Helpline
Call or text: 800-985-5990
Alcohol, Drug & Mental Health Board of Franklin County (ADAMH)
Help finding local mental health and addiction services
Phone: 614-224-1057
Ohio CareLine (statewide emotional support)
Phone: 800-720-9616
Mental Health Hotline for Ohio
Call: 866-903-3787 (24/7)
NAMI Franklin County
Phone: 614-501-6264
Local and national support & education
Equitas Health
Affirming primary care, behavioral health, pharmacy services, and HIV/STI prevention.
Central Outreach Wellness Center
Inclusive primary care, HIV prevention, and wellness services.
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Comprehensive medical and specialty care.
Urgent Care Centers
Walk‑in, non‑emergency medical treatment available throughout Columbus.
Food Access & Affordable Dining
Traveling for the Gay Softball World Series is an incredible experience, but we know travel expenses can add up quickly. Whether you’re looking to save money on meals, stock up with groceries, accommodate dietary needs, or need additional food support during your stay, these resources are here for everyone.
Food Assistance & Community Resources
Mid-Ohio Food Collective
The Mid-Ohio Food Collective is Central Ohio’s largest hunger relief organization, offering a searchable directory of food pantries, fresh produce markets, and community meal sites.
Food Finder: https://mofc.org/find-food
Affordable Grocery Stores
If you’re staying somewhere with a kitchen or simply looking to save on meals, these stores offer affordable grocery options throughout Central Ohio:
Aldi
Kroger
Meijer
Walmart Supercenter
Trader Joe’s
Costco (ideal for those traveling with a group or who have a membership)
Save on Dining
These free apps can help reduce food costs while you’re visiting:
Too Good To Go – Purchase surplus meals from participating local restaurants and bakeries at reduced prices.
Flashfood – Save on groceries nearing their best-by date at participating stores.
Upside – Earn cash back on eligible restaurant, grocery, and fuel purchases.