Food Services
ONLINE Choice Market
Westerville Area Resource Ministry (WARM) For income-eligible Seniors who live within the Westerville School District, through its ONLINE Choice Market, WARM provides them with choice in the food they receive. Seniors are assigned points based on the number of people in their household and they can shop available inventory up to every two weeks for approximately a 6-day supply of food and household items. Orders for curbside pickup can be placed online, or by phone through WARM’s Help Center. Phone: (614) 568-8700 Website: WARM Online Choice Market LifeCare Alliance Senior Dining Center LifeCare Alliance’s Senior Dining Centers are open to people ages 60 and over and provide a daily nutritious meal in a congregate setting. Senior Dining Centers are located throughout Franklin, Madison, Marion, Champaign and Logan counties. Lunches are available to participants aged 60 and over for a $1.50 suggested contribution. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Website: www.lifecarealliance.org/programs/meals-on-wheels/senior-dining-centers/ |
Senior Food Boxes
Salvation Army Central Ohio Seniors age 60 and over who meet income guidelines of 130% of the Federal Poverty Level and live in Franklin County are eligible to receive a monthly senior food box. Phone: (614) 437-2134 Website: Salvation Army Alleviate Hunger 
Nutrition Services (Delaware County)
Source Point Our nutrition program provides a variety of healthy options for Delaware County residents through:
Phone: (740) 363-6677 Website: Nutrition Services - SourcePoint |
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Free Health Clinics
Vineyard Community Center Vineyard Free Health Clinics provide free medical, chiropractic, dental and vision care for patients who qualify. Our clinics serve those ages 18 and up who are uninsured OR have Medicaid or are Medicaid eligible with incomes below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.
Phone: (614) 259-5428 Website: Vineyard Community Center |
Crisis Services
Netcare Access Netcare Access is Franklin County’s 24-hour mental health and substance abuse crisis intervention and assessment services for adults and those with developmental disabilities. In the event of a crisis, you can call crisis line or use our live chat service to speak with one of our licensed clinicians. Phone: (614) 276-2273 Website: Crisis Services Stay Fit To Drive Ohio Department of Transportation Download a resource from ODOT sharing information about resources and services available to older Ohioans, families and friends, caregivers and others who interact with older road users. Website: Stay Fit To Drive 614-644-8309 Website: Clearinghouse for Older Road User Safety |
Assistance to Stay in Home
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Franklin County Senior Options
Franklin County Office on Aging Senior Options program provides help at home, enabling them to remain in their home as long as possible. Services:
Eligibility:
Phone: (614) 525-6200 or 800-589-7277 Website: Franklin County Senior Options In-Home Services (Delaware County)
SourcePoint SourcePoint’s in-home care services are designed to help older adults remain living safely in their own homes with independence and dignity. We provide direct access to in-home services, as well as referrals to community resources and answers to your aging-related questions.
Phone: (740) 363-6677 Website: In-Home Care Services - SourcePoint |
PASSPORT
Central Ohio Agency on Aging PASSPORT provides help at home for seniors as an alternative to nursing home care. Senior services available include:
PASSPORT, providing help at home for Ohio seniors, is also referred to as Ohio's home and community based Medicaid-waiver program for older adults. Phone: 614-645-7250 or 800-589-7277 PASSPORT Brochure Westerville Helps
City of Westerville In 2020, the City of Westerville expanded a financial assistance program that long existed in Parks & Recreation for reduced to waived program fees to include other public services like: utility bills, sidewalk maintenance and home improvements. “Westerville Helps” now houses all financial assistance opportunities for residents in need. Phone: (614) 901-6430 Email: westervillehelps@westerville.org Website: Westerville Helps Guide to Government Aid for Seniors
"This guide provides a comprehensive list of the various federal and state government aid programs that are available to help seniors access the necessities of life without facing severe financial duress. " SeniorHousingNet, aims to help older adults find housing that will meet their current and future care needs, while allowing the most active and social lifestyles possible. We believe that by helping seniors find the best communities with the appropriate level of care (such as home care, assisted living, or other types of care), they can continue to thrive – both mentally and physically. 800-304-7151 |
TRANSPORTATION
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Transportation Services
Westerville Senior Center Low cost transportation is available to members residing in the corporate city limits of Westerville to:
Additional limitations may apply. Requests must be made by 1 p.m. one business day prior to pickup. Office: (614) 901-6560 Transportation: (614) 901-6567 PDF: Transportation Information Brochure COTA Plus
COTA In Westerville, COTA//Plus provides mobility solutions within the designated zones that include service to Otterbein, Uptown and Polaris. Customers can request a ride using the COTA//Plus mobile app. Within 15 minutes, a COTA//Plus vehicle that is operated by a COTA driver will respond and arrive to the pick-up location. Accessible vehicles available upon request. View Westerville FAQ. For seniors, it's only $2 a ride if you use promo code: COTASEN. Available: Mon. - Fri. 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. 614-308-4400 Website: COTA Plus |
Senior Riders
COTA Seniors 65 years and older qualify for a COTA Reduced Fare Senior ID Card.
When you travel with COTA, you will enjoy:
Phone: (614) 308-4355 Website: Senior Riders Concord Counseling Services
Seniors 55 and up that live in Westerville can get transportation once a week for free To request a ride: Call Lisa Clark at 614-882-9338 x 230 M-F 9am-4pm Website: https://concordcounseling.org/ Delaware County Transit
Seniors 55 years and older qualify for a Bus Buck discount Demand Response fare is based on the distance you travel:
Exact change is needed. Drivers are unable to make change. Payment of fares is expected at the time of service. Farecards are available and encouraged for payment of transportation. Farecards may be purchased in increments of $0.50 to $20 per card; as many cards as you choose to purchase. Farecards may be used on either Demand Response or FLEX. Farecards do not expire. Please contact the office, in person or over the phone to purchase farecards. The office is open Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Payment may be made by cash, check, Visa or Mastercard. Phone: 740-363-3355 or toll free 877-363-3282 Call for exact cost of your Demand Response trip 740-363-3355 Option 2 M-F 9 am- 4 pm Website: https://www.delcotransit.com/ |
ENGAGEMENT & LIFESTYLE
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Senior College Courses
Otterbein University As a senior citizen, you can attend a college course at Otterbein University for free. To qualify you must be age 60 or older. The opportunity to observe a class is a free service Otterbein University offers to the Central Ohio community. Only one course per term may be observed. Participation is not to be interpreted as a state-mandated entitlement (the university is self-supported). Phone: (614) 823-1350 Website: Senior College Courses Talking Book Program
State Library of Ohio The Talking Book Program provides free recorded books, magazines and playback equipment to approximately 15,000 eligible blind, visually impaired, print disabled and reading disabled Ohio residents. Phone: 800-686-1531 or (614) 644-6895 Email: tbooks@library.ohio.gov Website: Services for the Blind & Print Disabled Senior Companion
Catholic Social Services Through the Senior Companion Program, a low-income senior can volunteer to visit a few seniors for 20+ hours a week. Companion Volunteers enjoy the comradery of fellowship with other companions at monthly in-services and receive a stipend and expense reimbursement in some counties. Requirements to become a Senior Companion:
Phone: (614) 857-1211 Website: Senior Companion Home Book Deliveries
Westerville Public Library Enrich your life with library books, movies and more, delivered to your home for free with a smile. Available for seniors, homebound, temporarily disabled and caregivers.
Phone: (614) 259-5034 Email: jkerns@westervillelibrary.org Website: Westerville Public Library Outreach |
Good as Gold
Columbus State Community College Columbus State Community College offers senior citizens who are 60 years old or older the opportunity to enroll in credit courses for self-enrichment tuition free, on a space-available basis for audit only. Classes available at the Westerville Regional Learning Center co-located on the Otterbein University campus. Phone: (614) 287-5353 Email: goodasgold@cscc.edu Website: Good as Gold Senior Center
Westerville Parks & Recreation The Westerville Senior Center offers many classes, events and activities for ages 65 and better. All programs can be found in the Older Adult section of the Community Recreation Guide. Phone: (614) 901-6560 Website: Westerville Parks & Recreation |
PET SUPPORT & SERVICES
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Pet Food Assistance Program
Columbus Humane We know times can be tough and we want you to know that we’re here for you and your pets. Through our food distribution programming we help pets stay with their families who love them. Pick-up will happen at Columbus Humane Society located at 3015 Scioto Darby Executive Ct. Hilliard, OH 43026. Phone: (614) 777-7387 Email: questions@columbushumane.org Website: Pet Food Assistance Program |
Senior PetCare
LifeCare Alliance Senior PetCare provides eligible clients with assistance in taking care of their pets, helping to maintain the client’s ability to remain in their own home. Volunteers deliver pet food to clients’ homes, and the program also assists with veterinary care. Phone: (614) 444-MEAL (6325) Website: Senior PetCare - LifeCare Alliance |
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
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Legal Aid Society
The Legal Aid Society of Columbus (LASC) provides assistance to low-income seniors such as:
LASC also has assistance on evictions, foreclosures, and other housing issues and a number of other topics. For Franklin & Madison counties (614) 224-8374 or toll-free at 888-246-4420 For Delaware & Union counties (740) 383-2161 or toll free at 888-301-2411 Website: Legal Aid Society of Columbus Senior Services Roundtable of Columbus
and Franklin County A clearinghouse of information and ideas to assist seniors in central Ohio, particularly those striving to remain independent in their later years. Phone: (614) 654-0767 Email: seniorsvcsrt@gmail.com Facebook Page: SeniorRTColumbus |
The Legal Helpline
ProSeniors The Legal Helpline provides free legal information, advice, and referral for residents of Ohio age 60 and over, regardless of income or resources. Appointments are scheduled in 30-minute blocks for callers to talk to an attorney who handle Legal Helpline calls. They will work with clients until the case is closed, which means it has been resolved, or the case has been referred to a staff attorney, another Pro Seniors’ program, or an outside attorney for, typically, a reduced rate. Ohioans often call to ask about:
Phone: (513) 345-4160 or 800-488-6070 Website: Legal Hotline - ProSeniors |