Regional Campus Resources
We've collected local support for students on the regional campuses who are experiencing emergencies that may impact their overall well-being and ability to be successful in college.
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Chillicothe
Dental
Dental screenings are held at Hope Clinic on Mondays. New patients need to arrive by 5:30 p.m. Patients are taken in order and only 6-8 are seen per week. You will have to fill out paperwork, and once it is completed and reviewed you will have a dental screening. They will perform an exam and take x-rays of their main dental problem. An appointment will be scheduled for another day. The dental clinic is located at 622 Central Center. 740.772.6676
Health Care
Hope Clinic takes people of all ages who do not have medical or dental insurance and fall below the federal poverty guidelines. The clinic is open on Monday nights from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at 610 Central Center, Chillicothe. 740.774.4606
Check if You Fall Below the Federal Poverty Guidelines
Check if You're Eligible for Medicaid
Vision
Hope Clinic offers eyecare vouchers. It is located at 475 Western Ave., Suite A, Chillicothe. The clinic operates on income-based need. Check your eligibility according to Prevent Blindness Ohio or call 740.7744606
Food
Pike County Outreach Council is located at 107 W 2nd St. Waverly, OH. The food pantry is open Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. 740.947.7151
Homelessness and Housing
Homeless Crisis Response Program. This program helps families and individuals break free from homelessness by rapidly removing people from shelters and into permanent housing. Located at 120 North Third Street, Ironton, OH. 740.532.3140
Eastern
Dental
Ohio Hill Health Services is located at: 101 E Main St. Barnesville, OH. They offer general dentistry services. The clinic is based on income so please call beforehand. 740.239.6447
Health Care
Wheeling Health Right free clinic is located at: 61 29th St, Wheeling, WV. They take people of all ages. The clinic is free and asks for donations. The clinic is open 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 7 days per week. 304.233.9323
Vision
The Martins Ferry Lions Club provides a free eye exam and a pair of glasses. Located in Martins Ferry, OH. Contact them at mflioms2013@gmail.com.
Food
House of Carpenter is located at 200 S Front St, Wheeling, WV. The pantry is open Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m. 304.233.4640
Centre Fellowship Wheeling is located at 41 22nd St, Wheeling, WV. They offer a free meal every Saturday from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. 304.232.201
Homelessness and Housing
The Salvation Army is located at 315 37th St. Bellaire, OH. They provide emergency shelter and transitional housing. They are open Mon-Fri from 8:00 a.m–4:30 p.m. 740.676.6225
Lancaster
Dental
East Central Health Center Dental Clinic located at 1180 East Main St, Columbus, OH. The clinic provides the following dental services: Preventative exams, routine checkups, x-rays, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, fillings, tooth extractions, and root canals (only done on front teeth). The clinic operates on a sliding fee scale, meaning it is based on financial need. 614.645.5535
Health Care
Fairfield County Community Health Center located at 1155 E. Main St, Lancaster, OH. They offer checkups, treatment, pregnancy care, immunizations, and childcare. This clinic is income based so you will need to prove financial need. Open Monday–Thursday 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. 740.277.6043
Vision
The Lions Club of Lancaster offers vision screenings and glasses. You can apply to get glasses through the Fairfield County 211. To qualify you need to be a resident of Fairfield County for at least 6 months, have proof of income, social security cards, and proof of address. The process takes 4-6 weeks. Apply for Eyeglass Assistance
Food
Lancaster-Fairfield Community Action Food Pantry is located at 1743 East Main Street. Open Monday–Friday from 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Food is available once per month. Produce is available daily. 740.653.4146
Salvation Army is located at 228 West Hubert Avenue, Lancaster, Ohio. The food pantry is open Monday–Friday 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Food is available every 30 days. 740.687.1921
Foundation Dinners is located at 1000 W. 5th Avenue, Lancaster. They serve free lunch every day at 11:30 a.m. and dinner at 4:00 p.m. Carry-out meals are being given to people with housing. 740.653.3233
Homelessness and Housing
The Foundation is located at 800 W. Sixth Ave. The doors open at 8:00 p.m. 740.653.1960
Southern
Dental / Health Care
Family Medical Centers give medical and dental care to underinsured people and people without insurance. The clinic is located at 223 Carlton Davidson Ln, Coal Grove, Ohio. 740.532.3140
Health Care
Ironton-Lawrence County Community Action is located at 305 N. 5th St. Ironton, OH. They offer the following services: Checkups, treatment, pregnancy care, immunizations, and childcare. The services are income-based based and you will need to provide financial documents. 740.532.3534
Vision
Both the Barboursville, WV and the Flatwoods, KY Lions clubs provide vision screenings and glasses to people in need.
Barboursville: 304.736.4483 Flatwoods: 606.922.2504
Food
Facing Hunger is located at 1327 7th Ave, Huntington, WV. The food bank is open Monday–Friday from 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 304.523.6029
Homelessness and Housing
Huntington City Mission is located at 624 10th St, Huntington, WV. The shelter is open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. 304.523.0293
Zanesville
Dental
Muskingum Valley Health Center, located at 716 Adair Ave, offers preventative and restorative dental care. This clinic operates based on financial need. The clinic is open Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. 740.891.9000
Health Care
Muskingum Valley Health Center is located at 716 Adair Ave. This clinic offers the following services: Adult Primary Care, Infant, Child and Adolescent Care, Women’s Health, Behavioral Health, Podiatry, and Patient Education. The clinic is open Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. It operates by financial need 740.891.9000
Vision
The Sight for Students and Mobile Eyes program provides eye exams and glasses to adults to meet the financial requirements. Contact the Muskingum County Health Department to apply. 740.454.9741
Food
Eastside Community Ministries is located at 221 Stillwell St, Zanesville. The food pantry is open Monday–Thursday from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 740.452.7519
Homelessness and Housing
Salvation Army is located at 515 Putnam Ave.
Homeless Shelter is available 24/7. Clients may stay on a daily basis, up to 90 days. Walk-ins; Must have current picture ID; Social Security card or printout of Social Security number. 740.452.8350
Trulight Ministries located at 807 Putnam Ave. They serve a free hot meal every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. They also serve hot breakfast throughout the week. 740.704.853