Local Community Resources

Food Assistance:

Westerville Area Resources Ministry

Mid Ohio Food Collective/Food Bank

Utilities Assistance:

Check with your utility provider sometimes you can sign up for a program directly through them or make payment arrangements

Ohio Department of Development

Westerville Helps (City of Westerville residents only)

Salvation Army

American Electric Power (AEP)

Breathing Association

The Breathing Association may also be able to assist with water bills

IMPACT Community Action

Housing Assistance:

LSS 211 Central Ohio

A directory that connects families to agencies offering assistance Dial 211 or

text 614-702-7772

Hotline Numbers:

  • Crisis & Suicide Lifeline Call or Text 988
  • Veteran Crisis Hotline 800-273-8255
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 800-662-HELP (4357)
  • Mental Health America Free Counseling Services 614-221-1441
  • Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Local Domestic Violence Hotline 614-224-4663
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233
  • WARM (community resources) 614-899-0196
  • Franklin County Children's Services 614-229-7000
  • Adult Protective Services 614-525-4348