Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level
Financial support supplementing income to help ensure nutritional needs are met
Eligibility: Anyone Eligible for Medicaid (different than Medicare)
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Monthly box may include a variety of the following: juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Apply: 800-948-3050
https://www.fns.usda.gov/csfp/commodity-supplemental-food-program
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
Kroger Community Pantry
Phone: 614-277-FOOD
SNAP Outreach Team Ashley Mowery 614-230-3263
The Mid-Ohio Foodbank Outreach Team 614-782-5503
3960 Brookham Drive
Grove City, Ohio 43123
Tuesday 8:30am -12 pm
Wednesday 8:30am-12pm and 5pm-7 p.m
Thursday 8:30am-12 pm
Friday 8:30am-12 pm
Saturday –8:30am-1:30pm
Closed on Sunday and Monday
Non-perishable products, frozen meats, dairy products, fresh produce and breads
All People's Fresh Market
Phone: 614-445-7342
945 Parsons Avenue
Columbus, OH 43206
Tuesday – Friday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Senior Discounts
Hilliard Food Pantry
Phone: 614-363-4159
4410 Cemetery Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
Families can pick up food twice a month. Call for eligibility and pick up guidelines. Utility assistance may also be available (up to $200 every 12 months).Heart to Heart Food Pantry
Phone: 614- 488-0681 ext 203
Email: hearttoheart@FCchurch.com
1944 W. First Avenue
Columbus, OH 43212
Provides emergency nutritional assistance (three-day supply of food).Community Resource Ctr.
Phone: 614-268-8118
14 W. Lakeview Ave.
Columbus, OH 43202
Monday and Friday 12:00 pm-4:00 pm Wednesday 12:00 pm-6:00 pm
Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 pm-7:00 pm
Healthcare Assistance:
Rx Assistance:
Medicare Rx Assistance:
Insulin Assistance:
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
Caregiver Support Program
Phone: 614-525-5230
280 East Broad Street, #300
Columbus, OH 43215
Monday - Wednesday and Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Thursday 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Offers support on a short-term basis to caregivers of low-income older adults.
Senior Hearing Health Program
Phone: 614-261-5452
Audiology services and hearing aids to seniors with limited income
Share Mobility/Hilliard Express
Phone: 833-742-7333
Fare free rides to popular local destinations for eligible Hilliard residents over 55 years old. Sign up for rides online, or call for more information. Rides can be scheduled with their app or by phone. An account must be made before rides can be scheduled and rides must be scheduled 12 hours in advance to guarantee a ride.
Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
AEP Ohio
Phone: 800-672-2231
A site that has different resources that can help to reduce utility payments, provide payment extensions, and set up payment plans. Call or visit the site for details and eligibilty.
Franklin County Self Help Center
375 S. High St
Columbus, OH 43215
Site that provides contact information for local resources that can offer utility and rental assistance and support. Visit site or call for details and eligibility.
Greenfield Place
Phone: 614-836-5867
283 Green Avenue
Groveport, OH 43125
Affordable housing units for individuals 62 and older on a fixed income.
Consumer Homestead
Phone: 614-525-4663
373 South High Street 21st Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
Qualifying homeowners reduced property taxes.
Columbus Department of Public Utilities
Phone: 614-645-8276
910 Dublin Road
Columbus, OH 43215
Senior Citizen Electricity Discount -Offers 10% discount on city power
Emergency Home Repair Program
Phone: 614-559-0115
1655 Old Leonard Avenue
Columbus, OH 43219
Provides financial assistance for minor home repairs.
Life Care Alliance
Phone: 614-278-3143
1699 West Mound Street
Columbus, OH 43223
Provides financial assistance for minor home repai, in home care, nutrition- lot of other programs
Veterans Home Rehab Grants
Phone: 614-645-8526
Applicants may be eligible for grants up to $20,000 for home repairs. Household income must be at or below 120% of the area median income.
Phyllis A. Ernst Senior Center
Phone: 614-876-0747
3810 Veterans Memorial Dr
Hilliard, OH 43026
Annual membership fee of $15. Serves those 55 and older. Special events, educational speakers, trips, and regular activities including fitness/sports, arts and crafts, cards, and homestyle lunch. Registration can be completed online. Call with questions.
Get Active - Community/Senior Center programs
Phone: 614-645-3300 # 3 or visit
Fitness classes, line dance, and arts and crafts for Seniors (50+)
Marion Franklin Community Center
Phone: 614-645-3612
2801 Lockbourne Rd.
Columbus, Ohio 43207
Gillie Senior Center
Phone: 614-645-3106
4625 Morse Center Road
Columbus, OH 43229