Serves owner-occupied, single-family houses. Takes applications year-round for home repair services provided by volunteers, professional contractors and staff. Typical repairs include adding handrails to stairways, repairing and replacing dangerous steps, fixing electrical wiring, repairing plumbing fixtures, installing grab bars, cleaning gutters and other handyman services. May also include Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, carpentry, installing appliances, installing and replacing doors, roof repair, exterior painting, flooring/tiling, trash removal, windows and other yard work.

The Employment Services program offers a broad range of assessment, training and job placement services and provide on-on-one support to reach personal employment goals. Work Assessments offer opportunities for "job tryouts" with community-based employers to determine areas of interest and existing skill sets. Job Development focuses on the outcome of community job placement. Individuals may receive assistance with resume development, interview proficiency, job search techniques and employer advocacy. Job Coaching assists individuals to develop the skills to be successful in community employment by offering supplemental training and oversight to solidify job performance. Transition Services assist students, ages 14-22, with preparation for employment via career exploration and job readiness training. Job club, Summer Youth and Project SEARCH programs were designed specifically to achieve the employment goals of students transitioning into the workforce. We also provide Job Readiness and Career Exploration classes for Jr. High and High School students from throughout our service area.

C.O.R.E. provides time-limited training. The training involves assessment, support and supervised practice to strengthen at least 25 worker skills, attitudes, tolerances and capacities. A person can be in training as little as two days per week or as much as five. An assessment could be for two weeks, and supervised practice at the work center cannot exceed one year. Trainees are paid and benefits include workers compensation and Social Security retirement. Small parts assembly and hand packaging at the work center are piece rated jobs with no guaranteed minimum wage. Other jobs include training in office, passenger transport and delivery, maintenance, lawn care, and custodial services. Working at C.O.R.E. can affect SSI, SSDI, food stamps, housing subsidies, and medical cards. C.O.R.E. offers benefits planning so trainees can make informed decisions before they jeopardize entitlements. Trainees must provide their own transportation. There is no charge for training because it is funded through state and local tax dollars through the local Mental Health and Recovery Services Board.

Provides housing for older adults based on income, age, and disability criteria. Most housing units are one bedroom apartments with a kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. Service coordinators also assist with connecting clients to resources and services. *Some units for individuals with disabilities may be available

Offers single-occupancy, handicapped accessible apartments for adults who are physically disabled. Provides 24-hour on-call resident assistant who can provide assistance and support to residents. Units are one bedroom apartment complexes located near The Ohio State University campus. Every apartment is specially designed with shower stalls, countertops, door pulls, and has conveniently placed switches and thermostats. Kitchens have a microwave, full-size refrigerator, stove top and disposal.

Offers comprehensive employment services including vocational evaluation, career exploration, occupational skills training, job readiness, job finding assistance and soft skills training.

Offers education, advocacy, service and support to older adults and individuals diagnosed with a chronic disability.

Providing assistance services to individuals with disabilities with home-based needs, services include adult day health programs, residential placement, independent skills instruction, social skills training, self advocacy and supported living services

Offers single-occupancy, handicapped accessible apartments for adults who are physically disabled. Provides 24-hour on-call resident assistant who can provide assistance and support to residents. Units are one bedroom apartment complexes located near The Ohio State University campus. Every apartment is specially designed with shower stalls, countertops, door pulls, and has conveniently placed switches and thermostats. Kitchens have a microwave, full-size refrigerator, stove top and disposal.

Affordable housing units for individuals who are physically or hearing impaired. Units are offered at a low rate to allow comfortable, safe living for tenants who are on a fixed income.

The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is a law enforcement agency. The duty of the Commission is to investigate charges of discrimination and determine whether or not violations of the law have occurred. The agency investigates allegations of discrimination in the areas of employment, public accommodations, housing, credit, and disability (higher education) on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability and military status. Familial status is a protected basis in housing. Age is not a protected basis in housing. Ohio Civil Rights Commission employees are law enforcement officers and must remain neutral.

Provides financial resources for personal assistance services to Ohioans with severe physical disabilities. Personal assistance services help people with severe physical disabilities perform activities of daily living. Such activities may include dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, preparing food, feeding, giving medications, turning, repositioning, transferring and assisting with ambulation.

A STABLE Account is an investment account available to eligible individuals with disabilities. STABLE Accounts are made possible by the federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (“ABLE”) Act. STABLE Accounts allow individuals with disabilities to save and invest money without losing eligibility for certain public benefits programs, like Medicaid, SSI, or SSDI. Earnings in your STABLE Account are not subject to federal income tax, so long as you spend them on “Qualified Disability Expenses.” STABLE Accounts have some similar features to normal bank accounts, but they are not checking or savings accounts. STABLE Accounts are investment accounts, similar to 529 college savings accounts or 401(k) retirement accounts. When you deposit money into your STABLE Account, your money will be invested in different options that you choose. While you can still withdraw and spend your money whenever you need it, a STABLE Account also allows you to grow your money and to save long-term for disability expenses.

Provides a discount card for Ohio's older adults and permanently disabled residents. Card holders are able to receive discounts on various services at participating local businesses. For a list of participating businesses, visit website. Also includes the Ohio's Best Rx prescription drug program.

C.O.R.E. provides time-limited training. The training involves assessment, support and supervised practice to strengthen at least 25 worker skills, attitudes, tolerances and capacities. A person can be in training as little as two days per week or as much as five. An assessment could be for two weeks, and supervised practice at the work center cannot exceed one year. Trainees are paid and benefits include workers compensation and Social Security retirement. Small parts assembly and hand packaging at the work center are piece rated jobs with no guaranteed minimum wage. Other jobs include training in office, passenger transport and delivery, maintenance, lawn care, and custodial services. Working at C.O.R.E. can affect SSI, SSDI, food stamps, housing subsidies, and medical cards. C.O.R.E. offers benefits planning so trainees can make informed decisions before they jeopardize entitlements. Trainees must provide their own transportation. There is no charge for training because it is funded through state and local tax dollars through the local Mental Health and Recovery Services Board.

The Community Integration Team works hard to find opportunities to incorporate those we serve into our community. We are always looking for events, activities, and volunteer opportunities in the community so those we serve can work and play side-by-side with our community members. Integration is the key to building relationships with our friends and neighbors in the community. It helps those served learn to communicate, participate, follow instructions, as well as learn a variety of soft skills. This step often leads to Community Employment opportunities, friendships for those served, inclusion, and advocacy.