Central Hotlines for Shelters & Crisis Housing

Families and Single Adults: (614) 274-7000
Victims of Domestic Violence: (614) 224-4663
Youth: (614) 294-5553
Street Card: columbushomeless.org/

Center for New Beginnings Shelter & Services

Serves: Single Adults & Families
60 North First Street, Newark, Ohio 43058
(740) 349-8719
thewoodland.org/center-for-new-beginnings

Southeast, Inc. Friends of the Homeless Program

Serves: Single Adults
Provides support to homeless men and women through emergency shelter, transitional and supportive/permanent housing. These services are available to persons living with certain medical conditions and chronically homeless people. To access emergency shelter services in Franklin County, please call (614) 274-7000.
924 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 360-0251
fohcolumbus.com
southeasthc.org/services/homeless-services

The facility is the result of a multi-sector, communitywide commitment to ensure better results and care for individuals and families experiencing a mental health or addiction-related crisis, said Erika Clark Jones, CEO of the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County, or ADAMH.

Set to open sometime next spring, "this facility is uniquely designed by our community, for our community," said Juliet Dorris-Williams, executive director of the P.E.E.R Center, a drop-in wellness, recovery and support operation for persons living with mental health, addiction and trauma concerns.

As we near the end of the year, it's important to take some time to reflect on the work that our team and partnerships have accomplished. This month, we highlight some of our favorite content created by our Health Impact Ohio staff and partners, reflecting our impact and project work throughout 2023.

These content highlights include major milestones achieved, new partnerships formed, innovative projects, and thought pieces created by our team and guest blog writers. By taking the time to review these content pieces, we can help inspire and motivate ourselves and our team to continue pushing forward in the coming year as we continue to focus on our impact in our Ohio communities.

The Central Ohio Pathways HUB Begins Participation in the Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) Program by Jenelle Hoseus, Chief of Policy and Partnerships, Health Impact Ohio & Chief Operating Officer, Central Ohio Pathways HUB

Is Black History Still Relevant? by Dr. Tanikka Price, Chief Education & Equity Officer, Health Impact Ohio

U.S. Offers Another Round of Free Covid Tests Through the Mail

Households may now order another four at-home tests, or eight if they have not placed an order since the program was revived in September. Households can order free tests through a federal website, covidtests.gov.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, which aims to increase awareness about this chronic disease that affects millions of people around the world. During this month, various organizations and communities come together to raise awareness about diabetes and its management. The goal is to educate people about the importance of early detection, healthy lifestyle choices, and proper management to prevent the onset of complications. By spreading awareness about diabetes, we can help individuals living with this condition lead healthier and happier lives.