Provides emergency assistance based on Ohio Department of Job & Family Services income guidelines.

Program designed to meet an emergent need or assist the family towards self-sufficiency, including:

• Job Related Expenses and Education Training (employment-related expenses, GED testing, transportation benefits, vehicle expenses)
• Education and Training (education expenses for children, internet due to COVID-19 and remote school situations)
• Shelter Expenses (rent or mortgage payment, security deposits, home repairs, fire damage, appliance repair/purchase, utility payments)

COVID-19 Temporary Message: Beginning Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 12:00 p.m., Ashtabula County Job & Family Services (ACJFS) will limit public access at their 2924 Donahoe Drive and 2247 Lake Avenue locations. This will not prevent determination of eligibility as ACJFS will continue to operate behind the scenes to ensure residents receive critical benefits. Those receiving any type of benefit from the ACJFS are strongly encouraged to contact the agency via phone or internet, versus appearing in person. Personal documents can be uploaded to www.benefits.ohio.gov, faxed to 440-998-1538, placed in the lobby drop boxes at either location, emailed to: [email protected], or mailed to 2924 Donahoe Dr., Ashtabula, OH 44004.

Advocates can assist with access to medical care, HIV prevention, education, labs, medication, transportation, housing, access to pantries, support groups, and mental health counseling for Ohioans living with HIV.

Offers programs for emergency food, heating, water, electric, and rent/mortgage assistance.

COVID-19 Temporary Message:
All Country Neighbor staff will continue to take health and safety precautions including sanitizing and disinfecting vehicle services, washing and sanitizing hands and other measures to reduce risk of disease transmission. For more information call Country Neighbor at 440-437-6311.

St. Vincent De Paul will help with any need that is within their financial capability. Must wear a mask, have temperature taken and given hand sanitizer. All interviews will be done over the phone instead of in person.

The Veteran's Service Office provides assistance with filling out all forms and obtaining needed documents for claims. Informing veterans of their benefits and rights as veterans is also a service provided. Offers limited financial assistance to eligible veterans and their families.

This program is designed to help people age 60 or better, with low income living in Clark county meet one time expenses such as a utility shut off notice or an unanticipated critical expense. Staff also assist with accessing HEAP, and other similar programs. In-home assistance is available for those without means to come into the office.

Offers financial assistance to eligible veterans and active military and their families. Not to be used as supplemental income.

Offers limited financial assistance to eligible veterans and surviving spouses. Assistance for basic needs only.

Provide weekly abundant Season Pantry Services, which includes fresh fruits, vegetables, proteins, and more. We provide baby supplies for mothers and parents including diapers, wipes, breast pumps, and other baby supplies. We provide toiletries (soap, toothbrush toothpaste). We provide crisis support when budget permits such as eviction support, utility bill pay.

Members are veterans who have joined together on a voluntary basis to promote mutual interests. Offer assistance to veterans and their families in emergency or hardship situations.

Support servicesfor individuals who are former members of the armed forces, including emergency financial assistance and veterans benefits assistance. Can assist with rent, utilities food, and other things based on emergency.

Households may be eligible for one-time assistance to use towards expenses related to the COVID-19 Pandemic. This may include: Rent, Deposits, Utilities, Temporary Housing Assistance, Mortgage payments, Car payments, Child Care payments and other expenses related to the COVID-19 Pandemic.