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THE SALVATION ARMY	419-224-9055
1. Spiritual 2. Food Pantry 3. Emergency Assistance 4. Christmas Assistance 5. Sports and Gym Programs 6. Educational Programs 7. Social Development Programs 8. Boys and Girls Club 9. Substance and Alcohol Abuse Program

ALLEN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES	419-228-2621
Financial Assistance: Ohio Works First (formerly ADC), Medicaid, Food Stamps and Disability Assistance, Social Services For Adults, Families and Children, Case Management, Home Management & Transportation, Chore, Homemaker, and Protective Services for Adults, Health Related Services (including Healthchek and At Risk Pregnancy Program), Information & Referral, Ohio Works First and Workforce Investment Act Employment and Training Services; Including the ACCENT One-Step Employment Center; LEAP, Day Care.

ALLEN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT-Allen County Combined Health District	419-228-4457
The Health Department has several divisions that offer a variety of services. Vital Statistics records and issues birth and death records. The Maternal/Child Health programs provide Pregnancy testing and Medicaid application assistance for pregnant women. Health Department nurses coordinate Allen County's Bureau for Children with Medical Handicaps (BCMH). Pregnancy testing is available on Wednesdays and Fridays 8-9am and through the Family Planning Program (419-228-6154). Nurses also oversee Communicable Disease Control which includes general communicable disease and sexually transmitted diseases (STD). An STD clinic is available on Tuesdays 4:00-5:00pm. Tuberculosis (T.B.) testing is available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday, 8-9am and 3-4pm. Immunization Clinics for children are held every Wednesday, 1:30-3:30pm, Thursday 8:30-10:30am, with satellite locations at various times/locations around the county*. Nutritional counseling and supplemental foods are provided through the WIC Program (419-224-8200). Public health education is provided in the areas of AIDS, heart disease, nutrition, physical activity, and the health ministries program. HIV/AIDS testing is available by appointment. The Environmental Health Division regulates restaurants and swimming pools, provides sewage and plumbing inspections & issues well permits. The Environmental Division also provides follow-up for animal bites and public health complaints. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening provided through Women's Preventive Healthcare Project, and community agencies. They also provide physician and community education. (419-224-4500). *Appointments may be scheduled for childhood immunizations (419-228-4457). Adult and travel vaccines are available by appointment (419-228-4457).

ALLEN COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE COMMISSION	419-223-8522
File claims with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Provide transportation to VA Medical facilities. Short term emergency assistance with food, shelter and utilities.

AMERICAN RED CROSS - Allen County Chapter	419-227-5121
Blood related service-blood donor drives; Service to Military Families-sends reports/verifications to military for emergencey notification/leaves, Liaison between military personnel and families; Disaster Preparedness-maintains community-wide disaster plan, Teaches community disaster education, Trains and sends workers to national disaster sites, DAT responds to single family fires; Disaster Relief-emergency assistance (food, shelter, clothing) and other vital needs to disaster victims; First Aid Training-a variety of programs for children of all ages and adults that include babysitting, basic aid training, First Aid for Children today, scout badge fulfillment, various seminars on First Aid topics as well as four hour certified course; CPR-adult, infant, child one man rescuer training that covers rescue breathing, choking, cardiac emergencies and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Professional rescuer training that covers two man CPR, using a hard mask and bag valve mask is available; Health services-other Red Cross certifications: HIV/AIDS, Bloodborne Pathogens, 'Til Help Arrives, AED; Nursing-a wide range of topics and seminars offered including HIV/AIDS training, Home Care, BP screenings, talks and programs can be tailor made to suite a group's needs; Workplace-training for companies at their discretion. Courses are recognized by OSHA and can be taught on-site and broken into modules. Classes range from CPR and First Aid to Blood Borne Pathogens; Water Safety-swimming courses ages 6 months and up. Also offer lifeguard, water safety instructor training, basic water rescue; Special volunteer and nursing projects; Youth services; Planned Giving-estate planning information/seminars,

CHERYL ALLEN SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER, Lutheran Social Services	419-222-5011
Emergency Food Pantry, Free Lunch (Tuesday and Thursday), Tutoring, Teen Drop In Center, Life Management Group, Bible Study, Rap Sessions for Teens.

COMFORT KEEPERS	419-229-1031
Light Housekeeping (Dusting, Dishes, Sweeping Floors, Bathrooms), Meal Preparation, Laundry and Linen services, Grocery Shopping, Errand Services, Help with Bathing, Medication Reminders and Transportation ( to Doctor, etc.), Personal Care,Incontinent Care, Full Bathing, and Spoon Feeding.

CRIME VICTIM SERVICES	419-222-8666
1. 24 Hour Rape Crisis Line and response 2. Domestic violence Crisis Line and Shelter (Putnam Co. only) 3. Victim rights and hearing notifications 4. Court Advocacy and Victim Impact Statements 5. Assistance with (state) compensation, (criminal) restitution, and (local) emergency costs 6. Crisis counseling 7. Victim Ministry 8. Victim Offender Mediation 9. Victim Impact Panels

HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE	419-222-8109
1. Companionship, meal preparation 2. Medication reminders, personal care assistance 3. Light housekeeping 4. Incidental transportation, errands 5. 24 hour care 6. Referrals

LEGAL AID OF WESTERN OHIO	866-794-7282
1. Benefits-including SSI, unemployment, welfare, medicaid, food stamps 2. Consumer-including Bankruptcy, fraud, housing problems, foreclosures 3. Health care access 4. Domestic violence, divorce, child support 5. Education issues 6. Elder issues-including wills, POA's probate

LIMA RESCUE Mission	419-224-6961
Free breakfast and dinner, clothing handed out as needed. Men can stay in the dormitory and after that may apply for a private room. The Lima Rescue Mission also has children's ministries, and holds after school classes for inner city children and a day camp for them in the summer.

MIDWAY EAST NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION	419-221-5159
Block Watch, Block Watch Patrol, Property Owners Assistance. Help with Code Enforcement, work closley with Police Department, 3rd Thursday of each month have free Health Clinic for Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Tests at 6:00PM till 7:00 PM, Food Pantry, After School Program, Computer Training and Access.

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION	419-222-9946
1. Educational information in agriculture, resource management, family life, nutrition and youth education. 2. Insect and pest identification. 3. 4-H Clubs and programs for youth. 4. Programs and newsletters on various subject matters. 5. Speakers for organizations, schools, etc. 6. Food and nutritional education program for limited income families - group and individual Teaching. 7. Master Gardener Volunteer Program. 8. New Start for Financial Success - Financial Education for Bankruptcy filers required by Bankruptcy Abuse and Prevention Act of 2005, after school programs and Real Money, Real World.

OHIO YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM	419-482-6032
The Northwest Region of Ohio Youth Advocate Program provides therapeutic foster care. Some of the programs in addition to the therapeutic foster care program are a CANEI (Constant and Never Ending Improvement)program. CANEI is a restorative justice program for adolescents with histories of aggressive defiant behavior. In addition, we provide respite and emergency homes in the Allen County area. Ohio Youth Advocate Program works with youth that have had multiple placements and have experienced abuse and neglect. The youth in OYAP care are the more difficult to place and the hardest to maintain in their placements. Ohio Youth Advocate Program provides mental health services which include CSP, diagnostic assessments and ongoing support for the youth and the foster parent. OYAP provides support for the youth and the foster parent. OYAP provides adoption services and, if necessary, adoption updates.

RHODES STATE COLLEGE	419-995-8320
1. Academic Advising, Admission and Registration. 2. Financial Aid Counseling. 3. Scholarship Opportunities. 4. Learning Assistance Programs. 5. Career and Placement Services. 6. Student Activities, including athletics, social and cultural programs. 7. Solutions, etc...-training for business, industry, health and public services that can be custom designed for on and off-site programming. Call 419-995-8406.

ST. VINCENT DEPAUL SOCIETY	419-222-3569
St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry - 686 South Main Street - 1-3:30 PM Monday, Wednesday, and Friday before the 15th of the month; 1-3:30 PM Monday through Friday after the 15th of the month. St. Vincent DePaul Clothing Store located at 692 South Main Street - Noon to 3:45 PM weekdays.

VETERANS' MEMORIAL CIVIC & CONVENTION CENTER	419-224-5222
1. Performing Arts Programs 2. Community Programs 3. Private Events 4. Trade Shows AUDITORIUM 1,784 seats - 1,275 on first floor and 496 in balcony (26 wheelchair accessible spaces). Stage-60' wide x 40' deep; equipped for full productions. Complete audio system - includes full sound effect capability. 58' x 12' orchestra pit. Box office in ground floor lobby. Green room for pre-performance preparation. DRESSING ROOMS Two individual dressing rooms on main floor. Three additional dressing rooms on mezzanine. All have rest rooms and shower facilities. GALLERY & ATRIUM Mezzanine level of auditorium connects with second floor meeting rooms and includes a gallery and atrium providing elegant atmosphere for receptions, wedding receptions and social gatherings. EXHIBIT HALL 14,500 square feet. 80 8x10 booths. Banquet seating-1,000. Theater seating-1,200. Classroom seating-800. Ceiling height 24'. Divisible by an acoustical operable wall. Floor load 150 lbs. psf. No columns. Complete sound system. Utilities-110/220 heavier duty power is available upon request. FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE Two full preparation kitchens permit separate functions to occur simultaneously. FREIGHT FACILITIES Freight elevator ground to 2nd floor. 7,500 lb. capacity with an 8'6"" x 12' platform. Fork lift available upon request. 12'x14' overhead door. Truck entrance with loading docks. PUBLIC ASSEMBLY FACILITIES for cultural and entertainment events, private parties, conferences, small conventions and trade shows. A professional staff will assist with planning, and pre & post production.

WEST OHIO FOOD BANK	419-222-7946
Most food provided to agencies at 0-19c/lb, PR, general food drive, technical assistance, Speakers bureau, 35,000square foot warehouse.

WOMEN INFANTS AND CHILDREN, WIC-Supplemental Food Program	419-224-8200
For eligible participants WIC provides: nutrition and breastfeeding education, referrals for health care, immunization screening and referrals, breastpumps when available and supplemental foods. The foods include infant formula, milk, cereal, juices, eggs, peanut butter or beans. Tuna fish and carrots available for women who are breast feeding.

WYNGATE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY	419-224-6327
1. Medication assistance or administration 2. Activities 3. 3 Home-made meals 4. Assistance with activities of daily living 5. Transportation 6. Nurse on duty 24 hours a day

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