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.