Community Resource
Quick Reference Directory
Prepared for Athens County
Job and Family Services
United Appeal for Athens County
469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
“Dial 2-1-1 for hundreds of additional
resources in the Athens County area.”
Emergency: 9-1-1
Poison Control Center: 1-800-682-7625
Mental Health Crisis Hotline: 1-740-593-3344
Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-443-3402
1. GOVERNMENT OFFICES:
Highway Patrol: (740) 593-6611
Sheriff's Department: (740) 593-6633
EMS: (740) 592-0196
Fire Department (City of Athens): (740) 592-3301
Police Department (City of Athens): (740) 593-6606
Alexander Township: (740) 594-5089
Ames Township: (740) 448-6012
Athens Township: (740) 592-1523
Bern Township: (740) 551-2263
Canaan Township: (740) 593-7684
Carthage Township: (740) 662-0024
Dover Township: (740) 797-3131
Lee Township: (740) 698-9993
Lodi Township: (740) 590-7705
Rome Township: (740) 662-3931
Trimble Township: (740) 767-3549
Troy Township: (740) 667-6652
Waterloo Township: (740) 664-4481
York Township: (740) 753-2887
Albany Village Government
*Albany Village Government oversight
(740) 698-6127
5153 Alton Street, Albany, OH 45710
Chauncey Village Government
*Chauncey Village Government oversight
(740) 797-2031
42 Converse Street, Chauncey, OH 45719
Amesville Village Government www.amesvilleohio.org
*Amesville Village Government oversight
(740) 448-2411
18 South Maple Street, Amesville, OH 45711
Glouster Village Government
*Glouster Village Government oversight
(740) 767-3497
16 Front Street, Glouster, OH 45732
Athens City Government www.ci.athens.oh.us
*Athens City Government oversight
(740) 592-3338
8 East Washington Street, Athens, OH 45701
Nelsonville City Government www.cityofnelsonville.com
*Nelsonville City Government oversight
(740) 753-1314
211 Lake Hope Drive, Nelsonville, OH 45764
Bureau of Motor Vehicles www.bmv.ohio.gov/05.stm
*driver's licenses, vehicle registration
(740) 592-4667
1002 East State Street, Suite 21, Athens, OH 45701
Social Security Administration www.ssa.gov
*assists blind/aged/disabled – SSR/SSD/SSI
(877) 840-7683
743A East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
County Commissioners www.co.athensoh.org/Commissioners.html
*Athens County government oversight
(740) 592-3219
15 South Court Street, Room 234, Athens, OH 45701
2. EMPLOYMENT:
Career Connections www.careerconnections.info
*permanent/temporary job placement services
(740) 594-4941 or (888) 575-7704
507 Richland Avenue, Suite 107, Athens, OH 45701
The Work Station www.workstation.athensoh.org
*provides free job and resume assistance
(740) 797-1405 or (877) 351-0405
70 N Plains Road, Suite C, The Plains, OH 45780
I-Force www.iforceservices.com
*permanent/temporary job placement services
(740) 594-4725
444 East Main Street, Lancaster, OH 43130
Veterans' Services www.co.athensoh.org/Veterans.html
*assists veterans w/job placement, benefits
(740) 592-3216
70 North Plains Road, Suite A, The Plains, OH 45780
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Job and Family Services
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469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
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3. CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELING:
Credit Counseling Service www.wvcccs.org
*money management/credit debt counseling
(866) 481-4752 or (304) 485-3141
2715 Murdoch Avenue, Suite B4, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Credit Report Service www.annualcreditreport.com
*gov't authorized provider of 1/yr free credit report
(877) 322-8228
PO Box 105283, Atlanta, GA 30348-528301
4. MORTGAGE/FORECLOSURE ASSISTANCE:
AIDS Resource Center www.arcohio.org
*provides mortgage payment assistance for HIV+ people
(740) 331-0407
18 North College Street, Athens, OH 45701
Salvation Army
*provides need-based mortgage payment assistance
(740) 593-7082
900 East State Street, Unit 3, Athens, OH 45701
Credit Counseling Service www.wvcccs.org
*provides mortgage negotiation
(866) 481-4752 or (304) 485-3141
2715 Murdoch Avenue, Suite B4, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Save the Dream Ohio www.savethedream.ohio.gov
*info & legal aid for homeowners w/mortgage issues
(888) 404-4674
964 East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Job and Family Services www.jfs.athensoh.org
*emergency short term financial assistance
(800) 762-3775 or (740) 797-2523
13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761
Southeastern Ohio Legal Services www.seols.org/athens
*provides need-based mortgage delinquency counseling
(800) 686-3669 or (740) 594-3558
964 East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
5. HOUSING ASSISTANCE:
COAD www.coadinc.org
*income/age based home weatherization assistance
(800) 807-9781 or (740) 594-8499
1 Pinchot Lane, Athens, OH 45701
Housing Authority www.athensmha.org
*assists w/housing cost, “Section 8” vouchers
(740) 592-4481
10 Hope Drive, Athens, OH 45701
COAD Housing Trust Fund www.coadinc.org
*home buyer counseling, down payment assistance
(800) 807-9781 or (740) 594-8499
1 Pinchot Lane, Athens, OH 45701
Integrated Services www.integratedservice.org
*public benefits screening & tax preparation assistance
(740) 590-6277
11 Graham Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Good Works www.good-works.net
*emergency housing/shelter, homeless needs
(800) 736-3692 or (740) 594-3333
PO Box 4, Athens, OH 45701
Rural Development www.rurdev.usda.gov
*income-based loans for home purchase
(740) 373-7113
21330 State Route 676, Suite A, Marietta, OH 45750
HAP Community Action www.hapcap.org
*emergency home repairs and weatherization
(740) 753-3062
50 Saint Charles Street, Nelsonville, OH 45764
Salvation Army
*emergency assistance w/housing issues
(740) 593-7082
900 East State Street, Unit 3, Athens, OH 45701
Habitat for Humanity www.habitatseo.org
*income-based home construction/repair programs
(740) 592-0032
525 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Three Rivers Housing Corp. www.threerivershousing.net
*income-based rental housing services
(740) 797-7139
62 North Plains Road, The Plains, OH 45780
HEAP http://www.development.ohio.gov/is/is_heap.htm
*financial assistance for heating bills
(800) 686-1093
PO Box 1240, Columbus, OH 43216
Veterans Service Office www.co.athensoh.org/Veterans.html
*emergency assistance w/housing issues for veterans
(740) 592-3216
70 North Plains Road, The Plains, OH 45780
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Prepared for Athens County
Job and Family Services
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469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
“Dial 2-1-1 for hundreds of additional
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6. HOUSEWARE/FURNITURE ASSISTANCE:
FBM “Little Blessings” Thrift Store www.faithbelievers.org
*furniture, household goods, clothing at low prices
(740) 664-3508
8070 State Route 356, New Marshfield, OH 45766
ReStore www.habitatSEO.org/restore
*building materials, appliances, & fixtures at reduced prices
(740) 677-4024
4 South Plains Road, The Plains, OH 45780
Goodwill Thrift Store www.gwisco.org
*furniture, household goods, clothing at low prices
(740) 592-4105
743D East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
ReUse Thrift Store www.reuseindustries.org
*furniture, household goods, clothing at low prices
(740) 594-5103
100 North Columbus Road, Athens, OH 45701
New to You Thrift Store
*furniture, household goods, clothing at low prices
(740) 592-3141
90 Columbus Road, Athens, OH 45701
Transformation Station www.good-works.net
*provides household goods in exchange for work
(740) 594-3336
PO Box 4, Athens, OH 45701
7. LEGAL/CONFLICT RESOLUTION:
Clerk of Courts: (740) 592-3242
Common Pleas: (740) 592-3236
Domestic Relations: (740) 592-3240
Juvenile Court: (740) 592-3256
Municipal Court: (740) 592-3328
Probate Court: (740) 592-3251
Prosecuting Attorney: (740) 592-3208
Prosecutor's Office (City of Athens): (740) 592-3332
Civil Rights Commission: (888)-278-7101
Legal Rights Services: (800) 282-9181
Workers Compensation: (800) 644-6292
CASA/GAL www.athenscasa.org
*provides child advocacy in the Juvenile Court
(740) 592-3255
1 South Court Street, 2nd Floor, Athens, OH 45701
Mediation Service www.athensmediation.com
*conflict resolution-landlord, workplace, family, etc.
(740) 594-6169
8 North Court Street, Suite 408, Athens, OH 45701
Child Advocacy Center www.athenscac.org
*provides services for child sexual abuse victims & their
families in a child-friendly environment
(740) 566-4847
444 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Peace and Justice Network www.apjn.org
*conflict education/resolution, coalition building
(740) 592-2608
18 North College Street, Athens, OH 45701
Child Support Enforcement www.jfs.athensoh.org
*establishes/enforces child & spousal support orders
(800) 436-8933 or (740) 593-5046
13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761
Southeastern Ohio Legal Services www.seols.org/athens
*income-based legal assistance/representation
(800) 686-3669 or (740) 594-3558
964 East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Free Legal Clinic www.jfs.athensoh.org
*free 1/month legal clinic – call for appointment
(800) 762-3775 or (740) 797-2523
13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761
Victim Assistance (County Prosecutor's Office)
www.athenscountyprosecutor.org
*legal assistance for victims of crime
(740) 592-3208
1 South Court Street, 1st Floor, Athens, OH 45701
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469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
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8. HEALTH SUPPORT (MENTAL/PHYSICAL):
Support Groups:
Alzheimers: (800)797-4561 or (740)797-4561 (Hickory Creek) Mental Health: (740) 593-7424 (NAMI)
Gambling: (800) 589-9966 (Ohio Lottery)
Parkinsons: (866) 920-6673 or (740) 592-5025 (O'Bleness)
317 Board www.317board.org
*treatment for substance abuse & mental illness
(740) 593-3177
7990 Dairy Lane, Athens, OH 45701
Health Recovery Services www.hrs.org
*drug recovery/mental health services
(866) 614-9588 or (740) 592-6724
224 Columbus Road, Athens, OH 45701
AIDS Task Force www.arcohio.org
*confidential testing & HIV/AIDS assistance
(740) 331-0407
18 North College Street, Athens, OH 45701
Healthy Start www.jfs.athensoh.org/Medicaid.htm
*health coverage for children under age 19
(800) 338-4484 or (740) 797-2523
13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761
Appalachian Community Visiting Nurse Association,
Hospice and Health Services www.acvna.org
*provides in-home nursing services/hospice
(800) 837-1112 or (740) 594-8226
30 Herrold Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
Hopewell Health Centers, Inc. www.hopewellhealth.org
*assists w/broad range of mental health issues
(740) 594-5045
90 Hospital Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Birth Circle www.athensbirthcircle.com
*pregnancy-postpartum education & support
(740) 652-6262
30 Herrold Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
Job & Family Services www.jfs.athensoh.org
*Medicaid enrollment, transportation & medical assistance
(800) 762-3775 or (740) 797-2523
13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761
Crisis Services Hotline
*24 hour mental health crisis hotline
(740) 593-3344
90 Hospital Drive, Athens, OH 45701
NAMI www.namiathensohio.org
*info/support for friends & family of the mentally ill
(800) 372-8862x4114 or (740) 593-7424
100 Hospital Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Free Clinic (at Holzer Clinic Albany) www.holzerclinic.com
*1/mo free clinic: walk-in, call for date/time
(740) 698-1900
2364 Blizzard Lane, Albany, OH 45710
Ohio's Best Rx Program www.ohiobestrx.org
*income based low cost prescriptions
(866) 923-78794
PO Box 408, Twinsburg, OH 44087
Gathering Place www.thegpathens.org
*drop-in center for people w/mental illness
(740) 594-7337
7 North Congress Street, Athens, OH 45701
OU Heritage Community Health www.oucom.ohiou.edu/csp
*immunizations, physicals, and healthy adult/child care
(800) 844-2654 or (740) 593-2432
055 Grosvenor Hall, Athens, OH 45701
HAVAR, Inc. www.havar.org
*support for adults w/developmental disabilities
(740) 594-3533
396 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
Planned Parenthood www.ppgoh.org
*family planning, STD/reproductive medical exams
(740) 593-6979
1005 East State Street, Suite W, Athens, OH 45701
Health Department www.health.athens.oh.us
*immunizations, TB testing, vital statistics
(800) 945-6447 or (740) 592-4431
278 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Pregnancy Resource Center www.athenspregnancy.com
*pregnancy/sexual counseling/assistance, crisis line
(800) 395-HELP[4357] crisis line or (740) 592-4700
43A South Court Street, Athens, OH 45701
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Prepared for Athens County
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United Appeal for Athens County
469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
“Dial 2-1-1 for hundreds of additional
resources in the Athens County area.”
9. SENIOR SERVICES/SUPPORT:
Area Agency on Aging www.areaagency8.org
*assistance/referral/info for elderly and caregivers
(800) 331-2644
PO Box 370, Reno, OH 45773
OU Respite Volunteer Program
Caregivers of the Elderly Support Group
*supports caregivers of the elderly
(740) 797-4561 or (740) 797-3528
701 East State Street, Room A, Athens, OH 45701
Phone Call Visitation for Seniors
*calls to remind of medication
(800) 920-8860
2131 East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
COAD www.coadinc.org
*job, energy, housing, prescriptions, foster grandparents
(800) 807-9781 or (740) 594-8499
1 Pinchot Lane, Athens, OH 45701
Prescription Discount Card www.caremark.com/naco
*available at Commissioner's Office, United Seniors, DJFS, +
(740) 592-3219
15 South Court Street, Room 234, Athens, OH 45701
EyeCare America www.eyecareamerica.org
*free local eye exams for seniors
online enrollment only
(no physical location given)
Senior Beat Program www.obleness.org/our-services/
*health information, prevention & wellness programs
(740) 592-9300
55 Hospital Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Legal Hotline
*free, phone-based legal assistance for 60+ Ohioans
(800) 488-6070
(no physical location given)
Social Security Administration www.ssa.gov
*assists blind/aged/disabled – SSR/SSD/SSI
(877) 840-7683
743A East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Mature Services www.matureservices.org
*assists senior citizens in finding employment
(866) 734-2301 or (740) 353-5238
733 3rd Street, Suite 1, Portsmouth, OH 45662
United Seniors www.seorf.ohiou.edu/usac
*transportation, support, health services
(800) 686-1117 or (740) 594-3535
701 East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Meals on Wheels www.hapcap.org/seniornutrition
*food delivery program serving the elderly in-home
(800) 385-6813 or (740) 385-6813
1005 CIC Drive, Logan, OH 43138
Veterans' Services www.co.athensoh.org/Veterans.html
*assists veterans w/job placement, benefits
(740) 592-3216
70 North Plains Road, Suite A, The Plains, OH 45780
www.ohio.edu/chsp/rcs/csd/communityengagement/respite-program.cfm
*in-home relief for caregivers
(740) 593-1356
W218 Grover Center, Athens, OH 45701
OSHIIP (Ohio Senior Health Insurance Info) www.insurance.ohio.gov/Consumer/Pages/ConsumerTab2.aspx
*free info/services for Medicare recipients
(800) 686-1578
50 West Town Street, Suite 300, Columbus, OH 43215
10. TUTORING/EDUCATION ASSISTANCE:
Literacy Center www.ouliteracycenter.org
*adult literacy education and development
(800) 753-1519 or (740) 593-4419
336 McCracken Hall, Athens, OH 45701
The Work Station
www.workstation.athensoh.org/ABLEandGED.htm
*ABLE, adult literacy education services, GED preparation
(877) 351-0405 or (740) 797-1405
70 North Plains Road, Suite C, The Plains, OH 45780
Tri-County Adult Career Center
www.tricountyadultcareercenter.org/ABLE.aspx
*ABLE, adult literacy education services, GED preparation
(740) 753-5464
15676 State Route 691, Nelsonville, OH 45764
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469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
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11. DISABILITIES SERVICES (MENTAL/PHYSICAL):
ATCO www.atcoinc.org
*training & employment for individuals w/disabilities
(740) 592-6659
21 South Campbell Street, Athens, OH 45701
Opportunities for Ohioans w/Disabilities
www.ood.ohio.gov
*employment services & vocational/rehab training
(800) 248-4378 or (740) 592-4411
86 Columbus Road, Athens, OH 45701
Beacon School http://athenscbdd.org
*educ & supportive services for children w/dev. disabilities
(740) 594-3439
801 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Personnel Plus www.personnelplus.org
*training & employment for individuals w/disabilities
(740) 592-3416
8 Harper Street, Athens, OH 45780
Board of Developmental Disabilities http://athenscbdd.org
*assists caregivers & persons w/dev. disabilities
(740) 594-3439
801 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
RHDD Athens www.rhdd.org
*residential & habilitation program for people w/disabilities
(740) 593-7204
11100 State Road 550, Athens, OH 45701
HAVAR, Inc. www.havar.org
*support for adults w/developmental disabilities
(740) 594-3533
396 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
Social Security Administration www.ssa.gov
*assists blind/aged/disabled – SSR/SSD/SSI
(877) 840-7683
743A East State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Help Me Grow www.helpmegrow.ohio.gov
*early intervention for children w/dev.disabilities
(740) 677-4002
90 Hospital Drive, Athens, OH 45701
SE Ohio Aging & Disability Resource Network
www.seohioadrn.oh.networkofcare.org
*online info on programs for individuals w/disabilities
(800) 331-2644
PO Box 370, Reno, OH 45773
Integrated Services www.integratedservice.org
*general support for individuals w/dev. disabilities
(740) 594-6807
11 Graham Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Veterans' Services www.co.athensoh.org/Veterans.html
*assists veterans w/job placement, benefits
(740) 592-3216
70 North Plains Road, Suite A, The Plains, OH 45780
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United Appeal for Athens County
469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
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resources in the Athens County area.”
12. WOMEN AND CHILDREN SUPPORT SERVICES:
Beacon School http://athenscbdd.org
*educ & supportive services for children w/dev. disabilities
(740) 594-3439
801 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Healthy Start www.jfs.athensoh.org/Medicaid.htm
*health coverage for children under age 19
(800) 338-4484 or (740) 797-2523
13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761
Big Brothers/Sisters www.bbbsathens.org
*provides mentors for children age 6-16
(740) 797-0037
PO Box 1199, Athens, OH 45701
Help Me Grow www.helpmegrow.ohio.gov
*early intervention for children w/dev.disabilities
(740) 677-4002
90 Hospital Drive, Athens, OH 45701
Birth Circle www.athensbirthcircle.com
*pregnancy-postpartum education & support
(740) 652-6262
30 Herrold Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
Hopewell Health www.hopewellhealth.org
*assists w/mental health issues in county schools
(740) 594-5045
90 Hospital Drive, Athens, OH 45701
CASA/GAL www.athenscasa.org
*provides child advocacy in the Juvenile Court
(740) 592-3255
1 South Court Street, 2nd Floor, Athens, OH 45701
My Sister's Place www.mspathens.org
*shelter/support – domestic violence
(800) 443-3402 or (740) 594-8337
PO Box 1158, Athens, OH 45701
Child Advocacy Center www.athenscac.org
*provides services for child sexual abuse victims & their
families in a child-friendly environment
(740) 566-4847
444 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Pathways www.ipacohio.org/family-navigator-program
*coordination services for Medicaid eligible pregnant women
(740) 593-9534
068 Grosvenor Hall, Athens, OH 45701
Child Care Resource Network www.coadinc.org/ohio4kids
*information on childcare and childhood programs
(800) 577-2276 or (740) 373-6996
1500 B Greene Street, Marietta, OH 45750
Planned Parenthood www.ppgoh.org
*family planning, STD/reproductive medical exams
(740) 593-6979
1005 East State Street, Suite W, Athens, OH 45701
Child Support Enforcement www.jfs.athensoh.org
*establishes/enforces child & spousal support orders
(800) 436-8933 or (740) 593-5046
13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761
Pregnancy Resource Center www.athenspregnancy.com
*pregnancy/sexual counseling/assistance, crisis line
(800) 395-HELP[4357] crisis line or (740) 592-4700
43A South Court Street, Athens, OH 45701
Children Services www.athenschildrenservices.com
*case management/adoption/child abuse issues
(740) 592-3061
PO Box 1046, Athens, OH 45701
Rural Women's Recovery www.hrs.org/residential.html#RWRP
*alcohol/drug residential treatment center for women
(866) 594-6510 or (740) 593-6152
PO Box 724, Athens, OH 45701
Head Start Program www.hapcap.org/headstart
*early education program, health focused
(800) 557-1124 or (740) 592-1124 Athens
(800) 686-1093 or (740) 767-4500 Glouster
(740) 753-9404
Nelsonville
WIC Program (via Hopewell Health)
www.hopewellhealth.org
*food & breastfeeding support for mothers w/infants
(740) 677-4002
70 North Plains Road, Suite 117, The Plains, OH 45780
13. OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES:
Red Cross www.athensohredcross.org
*disaster response, health/safety training
(740) 593-5273
100 South May Street, Athens, OH 45701
Rural Action www.ruralaction.org
sustainable agriculture/conservation support
(740) 767-4938
PO Box 157, Trimble, OH 45782
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469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
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resources in the Athens County area.”
14. BUSINESS ASSISTANCE:
ACEnet www.acenetworks.org
*start-up/expansion/incubation for businesses
(888) 422-3638 or (740) 592-3854
94 Columbus Road, Athens, OH 45701
Child Care Resource Network www.ohio4kids.org
*information on childcare and childhood programs
(800) 577-2276 or (740) 373-6996
1500 B Greene Street, Marietta, OH 45750
Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
www.athenschamber.com
*business development/promotion
(740) 594-2251
449 East State Street, Suite 1, Athens, OH 45701
Nelsonville Area Chamber of Commerce
www.nelsonvillechamber.com
*business development/promotion
(800) 577-2276 or (740) 753-4346
PO Box 276, Nelsonville, OH 45764
Athens County Auditor www.athenscountyauditor.org
*provides local vendor licenses & permits
(740) 592-3226
15 South Court Street, Room 330, Athens, OH 45701
Ohio Innovation Center www.ohio.edu/research/innovation
*support and counseling for start-up businesses
(740) 593-1818
340 West State Street, Athens, OH 45701
Athens County Economic Development Council
www.businessremixed.com
*encourages business growth & recruitment
(740) 597-1420
340 West State Street, Unit 26, Athens, OH 45701
Small Business Development www.entrepreneurohio.org
*small business support/counseling
(740) 593-0474
19 East Circle Drive, Suite 110, Athens, OH 45701
Better Business Bureau www.centralohio.bbb.org
*provides business accreditation/consumer info
(740) 374-9436
1169 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 432215
The Work Station www.workstation.athensoh.org
*no-cost assistance w/job posting, interviews, & job fairs
(740) 797-1405 or (877) 351-0405
70 N Plains Road, Suite C, The Plains, OH 45780
Buckeye Hills – Hocking Valley www.buckeyehills.org
*financial assistance for small business/industry
(740) 374-9436
PO Box 370, Reno, OH 45773
Voinovich Center www.ohio.edu/voinovichschool
*small/start-up business support/counseling
(877) 625-1714 or (740) 593-9381
Building 21, 1 Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701
15. TRANSPORTATION:
Athens Cab: (740) 594-7433
Athens Go-To Cab: (740) 590-4686
Green Cab: (740) 594-7336
Tab's Cab: (740) 594-8294
Westside Cab: (740) 753-3535
Athens Community Transit www.athenstransit.org
*local bus transit provider
(800) 750-0750 or (740) 592-2727
397 West State Street, Athens, OH 45701
GoBus www.ridegobus.com
*service to Columbus, Cincinnati, Marietta, & Parkersburg
(888) 954-6287 M-F 4:30 am-5 pm; (216) 317-0170 after hrs
3 Cardaras Drive, Glouster, OH 45732
Athens On Demand Transit www.hapcap.org/athensodt
*transportation for pre-registered persons w/disabilities
(740) 597-2404
PO Box 220, Glouster, OH 45732
Lakefront Lines www.lakefrontlines.com
*bus routes from Athens to various locations
(800) 852-2642
PO Box 360556, Columbus, OH 43236
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Community Resource
Quick Reference Directory
Prepared for Athens County
Job and Family Services
United Appeal for Athens County
469 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
“Dial 2-1-1 for hundreds of additional
resources in the Athens County area.”
16. FOOD ASSISTANCE & FREE MEALS:
Food Pantries (Emergency Food Line)
*need-based emergency food assistance
(800) 338-4484
various locations – call for details
Job and Family Services www.jfs.athensoh.org
*food stamp enrollment & assistance
(800) 762-3775 or (740) 592-4477
13183 State Route 13, Millfield, OH 45761
FREE MEALS:
Monday:
First United Methodist Church: (740) 593-3977
Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
2 South College Street, Athens, OH 45701
Thursday:
United Campus Ministry (UCM): (740) 593-7301
Dinner 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
18 North College Street, Athens, OH 45701
Tuesday:
Athens Church of Christ: (740) 593-7414
Dinner 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
785 West Union Street, Athens, OH 45701
Friday:
Good Works: (740) 594-3336
Dinner 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
(call for address/directions)
Wednesday:
Church of the Good Shepherd: (740) 593-6877
Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
64 University Terrace, Athens, OH 45701
Saturday:
United Campus Ministry (UCM): (740) 593-7301
Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
18 North College Street, Athens, OH 45701
(see Summer Free Meals list for seasonal meals)
Call 2-1-1 for additional community resources.
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