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Dear Families
You shouldn't have to hunt for help
Hard seasons happen to every family. These are the organizations we'd point a neighbor to first — crisis lines, everyday calm, benefits help, and finding a counselor.
Where to Start
Help for right now, and for the long run.
Hands On Central Ohio
Information and referral for mental health, food, housing, and more. One call connects you to local help.
Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services
Resources to assist in dealing with stress, plus crisis lines for urgent support.
Calm Sounds and Meditations
Calming sounds, guided meditations, and sleep stories for kids, teens, and adults.
Non-Emergency Care
Finding an Outside Counselor
For non-emergency mental health services, these are the places families usually start.
Your pediatrician or doctor
Ask for a referral to a counselor or therapist.
Your insurance provider
Request an approved provider list for covered care.
Psychology Today search tool
psychologytoday.com/us
Ohio State Community Provider Database
ccs.osu.edu/cpd
Ohio Mental Health Resource Guide — Franklin County
PDF guide of local providers and programs
If Money Is Part of the Stress
Two places to apply, by phone or online.
SNAP
If you are not enrolled in SNAP, apply through Ohio Job and Family Services.
Phone: 866-244-0071
Online: jfs.ohio.gov/ocomm/applyforbenefits.stm
Unemployment Benefits
If you need to apply for unemployment benefits, start here.
Phone: 1-877-644-6562
Online: unemployment.ohio.gov
You Don't Have to Sort It Alone
Tell us what's going on
A DARN team member or your school counselor can help you find the right support — no forms, no waiting list.
