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ADA VISITING NURSES AND HOSPICE 115 S. Main St., Ada, OH 45810 Telephone (419) 634-7443; Fax (419) 634-7447
Contact: Claudia Crawford, RN
Business Hours: Office: Monday -Friday (8:00 am - 5:00 pm). Nurse on call 24 hours
Services: Home health care, private duty and hospice: skilled nursing, home health aide, physical, occupational, speech therapy, medical social services, psychiatric nursing, certified wound care specialist, pediatric home care, dietary counseling, DME, volunteer services, chore/homemaker, companion services, short and long-term home health care, community flu shot program.
Eligibility: Medicare/Medicaid Certified, Passport & Waiver programs, all ages, non-discriminatory.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Skilled nursing care requires physician referral; Hospice and Private Duty Services available by calling (419) 634-7443.
Cost of Services: Call to inquire; based on service provided. Services covered by Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, Passport & Waiver programs.
Additional Remarks: Joint Commission and CHAP Accredited. Non-profit agency serving all of Hardin County. AIDS EDUCATION 329 Northwest St, Suite B, Lima, OH 45801 Telephone (419) 222-0827
Contact: Dave Eingle, Service Coordinator AIDS TASK FORCE REGIONAL COOPERATIVE P.O. Box 1091, Lima, Ohio 45802 (419) 227- 2437 or (419) 227- 4101
Contact: John Collins, Executive Director
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Services: Educational presentations, literature distributions, prevention/intervention, financial aid for HIV positive individuals, support groups, case management, referrals, and counseling.
Eligibility: Educational services available to anyone. Case management services available to HIV positive individuals, only.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call ATFRC office.
Cost of Services: No cost for any services.
Facility Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible.
Financed by: Grants and private donations. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION NORTHWEST OHIO CHAPTER 892-A S. Cable Rd., Lima, OH 45805 Telephone (419) 227-9700 or 1-800-441-3322; Fax (419) 222-6212 E-mail: wcodot@bright.net
Contact: Linda Pollitz, Program Coordinator Marty Williman, Regional Director Dorothy Wildermuth, Office Manager
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30 pm); weekend calls accepted
Services: Provide resource information, referrals and support through telephone help-line. Provide videos, and brochures on Alzheimer’s disease, publish newsletters. Sponsor 19 support groups for public within the 7 county area: Allen, Auglaize, Hardin, Hancock, Mercer, Putnam and Van Wert. Seminars and workshops for caregivers and professionals through Speakers Bureau.
Eligibility: People with dementia or loved one with dementia or anyone interested in learning more.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact office.
Cost of Services: Most services are free; contract the office for further information.
Additional Remarks: All donations are gladly accepted. Also, we hold one big fund-raiser per year, The Memory Walk, usually held the first Saturday in October.
Financed by: Non-profit AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY HARDIN COUNTY UNIT 616 S. Collett St, Suite 102, Lima, OH 45805 Telephone (419) 225-8860; 1-888-ACS-OHIO; Fax (419) 225-8862
Contact: Linda Chartrand, Executive Director Deb Niese, Cancer Control & Public Education Director
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 pm)
Services: The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering for cancer through research education, advocacy and service. The Hardin County unit offers: - Resource, Information & Guidance - Look Good / Feel Better. - Road To Recovery - Free Wig Center. - Reach To Recovery - Early Support - I Can Cope - Man To Man Prostate Group - Video Loan Library - Great American Smokeout - Hope Lodge - Grassroots Network / Advocacy - Camp Friendship - Comprehensive School Health Education Programs
Eligibility: Cancer patient (need-based)
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call or visit. Patient intake form must be completed. Note: Community Cancer Information Center located at Hardin Memorial Hospital Oncology Center.
Cost of Services: No cost.
Facility Accessibility: Wheel-chair accessible.
Financed by: Fund-raising & donations. AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HARDIN COUNTY DIVISION (Ohio Valley Affiliate) 5455 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43214 Telephone 1-800-282-0291; (614) 848-6676; Fax (614) 848-4227
Contact: For local event information: Leslie Morris Vanessa Sharp-Brim (419) 673-0908
Services: The American Heart Association is dedicated to reducing disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and strokes. Please contact a local representative regarding programs and services available for the Hardin County area. AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION OF OHIO 226 SR 61, Norwalk, OH 44857 Telephone (419) 663-5864; (800) 231-LUNG (5864); FAX (419) 668-2575 E-mail: northwest@ohiolung.org. www.ohiolung.org or www.lungusa.org
Contact: Gloria Ayres, RRT, RCP, AE-C
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)
Services: Smoking Prevention & Cessation Programs, Hypnosis, Asthma Camp, Asthma Education, Environmental Health, Education and Research.
Eligibility: All residents are eligible for services.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact office.
Cost of Services: Hypnosis Program- $50
Financed by: Christmas Seals and donations. AMERICAN RED CROSS HARDIN COUNTY CHAPTER One Courthouse Square, Suite 30, Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 674-2295 or (419) 634-4746; Fax (419) 675-2577
Contact: Gloria Dulin, Chapter Manager
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm). Staff may be involved in outside meeting/activities; please leave voice message for service.
Services: - Disaster Assistance for any single family fires. - Communication and referral service for military families. - Health and Safety Classes. - Community Disaster Education. - Bloodmobiles.
Eligibility: Any resident of Hardin County.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact the Red Cross office. Please leave msg. if no answer.
Cost of Services: All disaster assistance and service to military assistance is FREE.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped accessible through ground floor entrance of Courthouse.
Financed by: Direct donations by local residents or United Way. Not a government agency. ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION LIMA BRANCH 71 Town Sq., Lima, OH 45801 Telephone/Fax (419) 991-2569
Contact: Rosanna M. Scott, Executive Director
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 pm)
Services: Information pamphlets about arthritis. Support Groups. Rheumatologist Referral List. Arthritis Aquatics Programs. Therapeutic Yoga. Firbromyalgia Self-Help Course. Arthritis Self-Help Course (ASHC). Public and Private Education.
Eligibility: Anyone with arthritis.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact the Arthritis Foundation.
Cost of Services: No cost.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped Accessible.
Financed by: Funded by the United Way, memberships, special events, donations and bequests. BEHAVIORAL CONNECTIONS OF WOOD COUNTY, INC DEVLAC HALL 1033 Devlac Grove, Bowling Green, OH 43402 Telephone (419) 866-1693; Fax (419) 352-5596 www.blahma@bc.wcnet.org.
Contact: Assessment Nurse
Business Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; 24 hour Residential Treatment Center; Intake and assessments by appointment.
Services: 24 hour Residential treatment services for alcohol and drug dependent women.
Eligibility: Adult females, at least 18 years of age, who are addicted to alcohol and/or drugs, and in need of residential treatment services. Program is 8 weeks in length. We accept pregnant women. Case management services also provided.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call our intake nurse to determine eligibility, and to schedule and assessment.
Cost of Services: Call regarding costs and available funding. Medicaid approved.
Additional Remarks: Feel free to contact office to determine if our services are appropriate for a proposed client and if funding is available. Transportation can be arranged, if needed.
Financed by: ODADAS and Medicaid, Local ADAMS Board. DAVID’S HOUSE OF COMPASSION, INC. P.O. Box 391, Toledo, OH 43697- 0391 Telephone (419) 244-6682; Fax (419) 249-2741 E-mail: davidshouse.com
Contact: Julie Embree, Director of Client Services
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Services: HIV/AIDS Social Service Agency covering counties of Lucas, Wood, Fulton, Ottawa, Defiance, Henry, Williams, and Sandusky. Case management, emergency financial assistance, education programs, respite care, pantry, and transportation services.
Eligibility: HIV positive individuals (verification required).
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call for information and appointment.
Cost of Services: No cost if HIV positive. EASTER SEAL SOCIETY OF WEST-CENTRAL OHIO, INC. 3123 W. Elm St., Lima, OH 45805 Telephone (419) 222-7047; Fax (419) 222-9303
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 pm)
Services: - Medi-Transport (transportation). - Camperships. - Blind Bowling. - Equipment Loan. - Direct Assistance. - Information and Referral. - Young Adult Disability Support Group - Monthly Activities.
Eligibility: Must meet Federal Financial Guidelines.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact Easter Seal office to receive an application.
Cost of Services: Varies by program and income. BCMH, MED, and Passport provider.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped Accessible.
Additional Remarks: Easter Seal’s purpose is to serve children and adults with disabling conditions within a multi-county area.
Financed by: Fees, Grants and Foundations and Fund-raisers. FAMILY PLANNING CENTER Division of the Allen County Health Department 1644 N. Main St, Lima, OH 45801 Telephone (419) 228-6154; Fax (419) 229-2082 Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:15 pm) Extended hours: 8am to 5:45 pm on 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Call first for scheduling.
Services: - Contraceptive methods provided upon physician’s recommendation. - General & nutritional counseling and literature. - Pregnancy testing, fetal age estimations & heartbeat monitoring, referrals for pre-natal care. - STD testing, Pap & Pelvic exams, Diagnosis & treatment for vaginitis. - Breast exams. - Cervical cauterization. - Limited physicals to general public. - Post abortion check-ups. - Speakers Bureau, Public education & literature. - Outreach contacts and follow-up. - Referrals for sterilization (male & female). - Clinical experience for student nurses at Lima Technical College School of Nursing and OB/GYN Nurse Practitioner Training Program of Milwaukee, WI. - HIV testing available the fourth Monday of each month (1:30 to 3:30pm).
Eligibility: Residents of child-bearing age, (male or female). Those under the age of 14 need parental consent. Service area includes Allen, Auglaize, Hardin, Hancock, Logan, Mercer, Putnam, Shelby and Van Wert counties.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call for details
Cost of Services: Sliding fee scale posted.
Additional Remarks: Family Planning is the practice of exercising choice abut child spacing and limiting family size, now recognized as a basic human right. Our primary mission must be seen as part of preventive health with a secondary function in counseling and referrals regarding infertility as well as other medical conditions upon physician recommendations.
Financed by: Federal, Title XX, Patient fees, local funds, donations. FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES OF HARDIN COUNTY HARDIN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 921 E. Franklin St. Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 674-4450; Fax (419) 673-8869 Contact: Brenda Jennings, RN BA, Clinic Director Julie Jordan, Asst. Director
Business Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday only by appointment. M (9:30am - 12noon, 1:00pm - 9:30pm), T / W ( 9:30am - 4:30pm )
Services: Medical exams provided by a physician: - Cancer screenings / exams, STD diagnosis, treatment, and referral. - Pregnancy testing, counseling, and referrals for prenatal care, problem pregnancy counseling, male and female sterilization, infertility, and birth control. - Physical exams and Women’s Preventive Healthcare Project physicals. - Medical referrals for health care. Educational services: Community outreach, speakers on healthcare topics: - Women’s health, anatomy & physiology, - Talking with your children about sex, relationships, safety, date rape drugs, birth control, STD’s, health care, etc. - Variety of printed information available.
Eligibility: Open to all. Services cannot be denied due to income, sex, race, etc.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call for appointment.
Cost of Services: Same service is provided to all clients regardless of income, past debt, or ability to pay. Federal poverty guidelines used. Sliding fee scale. Medicaid accepted.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped accessible. Located in Hardin Memorial Hospital.
Additional Remarks: Counseling provided in conjunction with clinical services.
Financed by: Hardin Memorial Hospital, Federal and State Grants, United Way, and The Women’s Preventive Health Care Project. HARDIN AREA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICE (H.A.R.T.S) 100 Memorial Ave., Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 673-1102; Fax (419) 637-8161
Contact: Transportation Coordinator, Hardin County Council on Aging
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 pm)
Services: Out-of-county medical transportation.
Eligibility: Medical need out-of-county, with referral.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Referrals accepted from social service agencies, physicians, or other health organizations.
Cost of Services: $20.00/trip, 30 miles or less, $30.00/trip exceeding 30 miles.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped Accessible.
Additional Remarks: This service is available regardless of age, sex, race, or disability.
Financed by: Local funds, United Way and client donations. HARDIN COUNTY CANCER SOCIETY 210 W. Columbus St. Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 673-9817; Fax (419) 674-4108
Contact: Chester “Chet” A. France, Executive Director
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00 am - 5:00 pm), Evenings & Saturdays by appointment.
Services: Financial services for cancer patients, including: transportation, cancer medications, wigs, ostomy supplies, breast prostheses, nutritional supplements, equipment rental, bandages, miscellaneous supplies and other needs deemed necessary at time of assessment. (Above needs are all out-of-pocket expenses). Also, Cancer Education programs, Tobacco Cessation programs, and Support groups.
Eligibility: Any cancer patient is eligible to obtain the above services.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact office and complete cancer patient information form. Information to be certified by physician.
Cost of Services: There is no cost for any services.
Additional Remarks: We are an independently operated local service. We are not a part of the American Cancer Society nor its Hardin County unit. All funds received stay in Hardin county area where use is decided by our local board of directors.
Financed by: All income from voluntary or solicited donations. HARDIN COUNTY DENTAL COUNCIL 175 W. Franklin St., Suite 120, Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 673-6230; Fax (419) 673-8761 E-mail: healthdept@dbscorp.net
Contact: Hardin County Board of Health.
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 pm)
Services: Assist with fillings, cleaning, and extraction.
Eligibility: Patients not eligible for Medicaid. Primarily for school age children.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Apply at Health Department. Referrals can be made by school nurses, dentists, etc.
Financed by: United Way. HARDIN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 921 E. Franklin St., Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 673-1076; Fax (419) 673-1097
Contact: Mark Seckinger, CEO
Business Hours: Administration: Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 5:00 pm).
Services: Hardin Memorial Hospital is a 90-bed general acute care hospital serving Hardin County and surrounding communities: - A 24-hr Emergency department, including acute/trauma care. -13 Specialty centers to treat and diagnose patients locally. - Medical and Surgical Inpatient care. - A 5-bed Intensive Care Unit. - Outpatient Surgery. - Laboratory and Radiology. - EKG and Respiratory therapy. - Physical and Speech therapies. - Occupational Therapy.
Eligibility: We accept all patients regardless of race, creed, religion, or ability to pay.
Cost of Services: Varies with service, all payers accepted; payment arrangements available.
Procedure to Obtain Service: All services per physicians’ orders, except ER and Wellness Center.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped Accessible.
Additional Remarks: As the only acute care facility in Hardin County, Hardin Memorial Hospital takes its mission seriously: “to improve the health of those it serves”. The Hardin Memorial Hospital system, through the Hardin Physician Foundation, also includes family practice offices located in Kenton, Ada, and Forest. HARDIN HOME HEALTH 917 E. Columbus St., Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 673-7250 or 1-800-589-7250; Fax (419) 674-4344
Contact: Chery Kissling and Cathi Potter, Co-managers
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30am - 4:30pm) RN on-call every day after-hours, weekends, and holidays
Services: Provide Health Services: nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, medical social worker, and home health aides, in patient’s homes.
Eligibility: Patient must be under a physician’s care. Medicare requires that patient be home-bound and in need of skilled services of nurse or therapist.
Cost of Services: Costs covered by Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance and state waiver programs.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact our office or patient’s physician.
Additional Remarks: We do not turn anyone away due to inability to pay for services.
Financed by: We receive some United Way funding, Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance and private insurance. HARDIN HOME HEALTH PLUS 917 E. Columbus St. Suite B, Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 673-0454; Fax (419) 673-0427
Contact: Amanda Wykes, Office Manager Pat Musgrave, Vice President Hardin Memorial Hospital
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (7:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Services: Home Health Aid Services - Homemaker Services, errands, etc., Nursing Services - injections, medication assistance, etc.
Eligibility & Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact office Home Health Plus for details.
Financed by: Services funded by private pay or government funding, if qualifying. HARDIN HOSPICE CARE 15 N. Detroit St, Suite 4000, Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 673-1897; 1-800-823-1897; Fax (419) 674-4463
Contact: Judy Patton, Program Director
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 pm) Nurses on-call 24 hours/day
Services: - Symptom and pain control to terminal patients. - Spiritual and emotional support to patients and families. - Bereavement support to families and community. - Grief support groups for adults and children.
Eligibility: Any terminal illness with life expectancy of 6 months or less
Cost of Services: No costs or fees to patient or their families.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact Hospice office.
Facility Accessibility: Care is provided in patient’s home or nursing facility.
Financed by: Medicare, Medicaid, Private Insurance and donations from the public HARDIN REHABILITATION AND WELLNESS Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Services 918 W. Franklin St., Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 675-8111; Fax (419)673-8585 Email: rehabhmh@thewavz.com
Business Hours: Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy Hours: Monday - Friday (7:00am - 5:00pm)
Services: Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Services
Eligibility: Prescription from physician is required for treatment.
Cost of Services: Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance accepted.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Please call for an appointment. HARDIN REHABILITATION AND WELLNESS Wellness Services 918 W. Franklin St., Kenton, OH 43326 Telephone (419) 675-8111; Fax (419)673-8585 Email: rehabhmh@thewavz.com
Business Hours: Wellness Hours: · Monday – Thursday (5:00 am – 8:30 pm) · Friday (5:00 am – 6:00 pm) · Saturday (8:00 am – 1:00 pm)
Services: Exercise programs based on individual wants and needs.
Eligibility: No physician referral necessary.
Cost of Services: Private pay.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Please call for an appointment. LIMA AREA UNITED OSTOMY ASSOCIATION ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER 730 W. Market St, Lima, OH 45801 Telephone (419) 226-9515; Fax (419) 226-9558
Contact: Jane Rupert, RN Nancy Gutman, RN, CWOCN Donna Sheipline
Business Hours: Monday – Friday (7:00 am – 3:30 pm)
Services: Support and education group for individuals with ostomies and their families.
Facility Accessibility: Take elevators down to meeting room.
Additional Remarks: Support meeting: 2nd Monday of the month September to June at 7:30 pm, St. Rita’s Medical Center in the cafeteria dining room. Discussion and snack time. Please call prior to attending to confirm meeting. LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 1001 Bellefontaine Ave, Lima, OH 45804 Telephone (419) 228-3335
Contact: John White, CEO
Services: 308 bed acute care hospital with expansion being built. Member of the Lima Memorial Health System. · Cancer Services · Children’s Developmental Center · Clinics · Diagnostic and Imaging · Emergency/Trauma Services · Geriatric Psych · Heart Care · Home Health Care · Intensive Care Unit · Occupational Health · Parkinson’s Program · Pediatric Clinic · Rehabilitation Services · Renal Services · Respiratory Services · Sports medicine/Wellness · Support Groups · Surgery · Total Wound Treatment · Volunteer Services · Women’s Health Center
Eligibility: No one is denied care. LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL/AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY I’M SPECIAL- BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 1001 Bellefontaine Ave., Lima, OH 45804 Telephone (419) 228-3335 Ext. 2151; Fax (419) 998-4505
Contact: Deb Gross, RNC - Oncology Education Coordinator
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (7:00 am - 3:30 pm)
Services: Provide facts, encouragement, practical hints, etc., through presentations and group discussions for patients with breast cancer.
Eligibility: Patient, family member, or significant other of patient with breast cancer diagnosis
Cost of Services: No cost.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Attend meeting held from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm the third Tuesday of each month, except December, at the American Cancer Society office: 616 S. Collett St., in Lima.
Financed by: Lima Memorial Hospital and American Cancer Society. LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FREQUENT WALKER PROGRAM 1001 Bellefontaine Ave., Lima, OH 45804 Telephone (419) 226-5093; Fax (419) 998-4509
Contact: Mary A. Wilkin, Communications Coordinator
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm)
Services: A structured walking program aimed at motivating participant to walk toward good health. The group meets the third Wednesday of every month from at 7:00am - 10:00am for Good Health presentation, free breakfast, blood pressure checks and distribution of incentive prizes. The Walking program is at the American Mall, Lima. Walking hours (7:00am - 9:00pm) weekdays and mall’s operating hours on the weekends.
Eligibility: Program is open to the public. Complete waiver and release form.
Cost of Services: Program is free.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call (419) 226-5093.
Financed by: Lima Memorial Hospital and American Mall LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INFANT MASSAGE Lima Memorial Hospital, P.T. Dept. 1001 Bellefontaine Ave., Lima, OH 45804 Telephone (419 226-5045; Fax (419) 998-4548
Contact: Michelle Byars, Certified Infant Massage Instructor
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm)
Services: Series of four classes designed for parents and infants. Classes provide hands-on teaching, ensuring that parents learn the art of interactive massage suited to their baby’s individual needs and developmental level.
Eligibility: Classes open to all.
Cost of Services: $40.00
Procedure to Obtain Services: Pre-register by calling (419) 226-5045.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped accessible. LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PARKINSON ACTIVITY AND REHABILITATION CLINIC 1001 Bellefontaine Ave., Lima, OH 45804 Telephone (419 226-5045; Fax (419) 998-4548
Contact: Robert Kann, PT, Director of Physical Medicine
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm)
Services: Exercise, instruction, and advice on coping, for patients and family members of patients with Parkinson’s disease. Exercise class runs from April through November, help on Fridays at 1:00pm, in the Lima Memorial Hospital Annex building.
Eligibility: PARK (Parkinson Activity and Rehab Clinic).
Cost of Services: $395.00 per year.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Pre-register by calling (419) 226-5045.
Financed by: Lima Memorial Hospital. LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PREPARED FAMILY CARE GIVER COURSE 1001 Bellefontaine Ave., Lima, OH 45804 Telephone (419) 228-3335 ext. 2151; Fax (419) 998-4505
Contact: Deb Gross, RNC., Instructor oncology Education Coordinator
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (7:00 am - 3:30 pm) or by appointment in evenings.
Services: Through professional instruction, case examples, and use of the Resource Book “Home Care Guide for Cancer”, this LMH course teaches family caregivers problem-solving strategies. The program helps them feel more comfortable dealing with common physical, emotional and support problems related to the disease. The course designed to teach participants how to develop personal caregiving plans for their loved ones living with cancer.
Eligibility: Patients diagnosed with cancer, and/or family members of significant others.
Cost of Services: No cost.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact Deb Gross at (419)228-3335 ext. 2151.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped accessible. Classes held at Lima Memorial Hospital.
Financed by: Lima Memorial Hospital. LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL SMOKING CESSATION 1001 Bellefontaine Ave., Lima, OH 45804 Telephone (419 226-5060; Fax (419) 998-4501
Contact: Rita Nees, Certified Respiratory Therapist Technician
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (7:30am - 4:00pm)
Services: Behavioral modifications smoking cessation program. Learn how to kick the habit.
Eligibility: At least 4 participants needed to conduct clinic.
Cost of Services: $40.00 per person.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact Respiratory Care for schedule.
Facility Accessibility: We offer wheel chair accessibility and escort services during daytime hours.
Additional Remarks: Insurance accepted, but, this course is usually not a covered charge. LUPUS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA NORTHWEST OHIO CHAPTER 337 S. Main St, Room 14, Findlay, OH 45840 Telephone (419) 675-5171 or (888) 33-LUPUS
Contact: Anna May Peterson, Executive Secretary Eloise E. Garman, Hardin County Representative
Business Hours: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
Services:
Eligibility: Desire for information and/or knowledge regarding lupus or connective tissue diseases.
Cost of Services: None. Annual membership fees: single $15.00, family $25.00 (optional).
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call Lupus Foundation (419) 675-5171.
Financed by: United Way, Combined Federal Campaign, Combined Charitable Campaign, projects and membership fees. Donations greatly appreciated. MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION of Northwest Ohio 6135 Trust Drive, Suite 103, Holland, OH 43528
Business Hours: Monday – Friday (9:00 am – 5:00 pm)
Services: · Clinic for diagnosis and follow-up care · Wheelchairs · Summer Camp · Support Groups · Physical and Occupational Care · Recreational Activities
Eligibility: Individuals diagnosed with one of the 40 neuromuscular disease covered by the association.
Cost of Services: MDA’s services are provided at no direct cost to patients.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call MDA to register
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped accessible
Financed by: Contributions and Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon
Additional Remarks: Function and purpose: to research causes of and cures for the 40 neuromuscular diseases covered by the Association and to provide our patients up-to-date medical care. NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY 401 Tomahawk Drive, Maumee, Ohio Telephone 1-800-344-4867; Fax (419) 897-9733 E-mail: eringoff@oho.nms.org
Contact: Erin Goff, Program Coordinator
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Services: Provides services and programs for individual and families of those affected by multiple sclerosis. - Individual Counseling. - Group Support Programs. - Public Education and Information - Lending library (postage paid both ways). - Medical Equipment for loan. - Aquatic Activity Programs for people with MS. - Equestrian Therapy - Lima site
Eligibility: All ages.
Cost of Services: No cost.
Procedure to Obtain Services: You may write to us or call us at 1-800-FIGHT MS.
Facility Accessibility: Handicapped accessible.
Financed by: Individual donations, special events, and combined federal campaigns. ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER ADDICTION SERVICES 730 W. Market St. Lima, OH 45801 Telephone (419) 226-9029; Fax (419) 226-9608
Contact: Jan Gahman, Program Manager
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm) 24 hour emergency intake, 7 days a week
Services: Chemical Dependency Treatment Services: Detoxification Inpatient Rehabilitation Residential Rehabilitation (Adult) Partial Hospitalization Day Treatment (Adult) Outpatient Groups and Counseling Dual Diagnosis Treatment (Adult)
Cost of Services: Fee information given at the time of the assessment. Patient is responsible for payment. Insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare accepted.
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call (419) 226-9029, set up appointment for assessment or admission, if emergency intake situation.
Facility Accessibility: Wheelchair capable; located on 5F of St. Rita’s Medical Center’s Main Building
Financed by: Individual payments for services and insurance ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER ADULT BEHAVIOR SERVICES 730 W. Market St., Lima, OH 45801 Telephone (419) 226-9316; Fax (419) 226-9806
Contact: Janet Harshman, BSN RNC, Manager - Behavioral Services
Business Hours: 24 hour services
Services: Comprehensive continuum care for adults 18 years of age or older: Inpatient Program - Short term program designed to help individuals unable to function at home and work. Focus: Crisis intervention, Stabilization, and Education. Partial hospitalization - Flexible program of psychiatric/mental health services designed to function as low-cost alternative to inpatient care. Focus: Symptom management and prevention in six-hour daily programming. Intensive Outpatient Services - Therapy and education services designed for individuals, families, and couples. Home Health Services - Focus: Assessment, referral, education, and daily living skills at home.
Eligibility: Service available to any individual meeting mental health/psychiatric clinical criteria
Cost of Services: Patient responsible for payment
Procedure to Obtain Services: For referral info, call 419-226-9590 or 800-232-7762 ext. 9590
Facility Accessibility: Wheelchair capable; located on 5F of St. Rita’s Medical Center’s Main Building
Financed by: Fees for services and donations ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER CHILD/ADOLESCENT BEHAVIOR SERVICES 730 W. Market St. Lima, OH 45801 Telephone (419) 226-9733 Fax (419) 226-9475
Contact: Janet Harshman, BSN RNC,Manager - Behavioral Services Nancy Kohlrieser, Program Coordinator
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (7:00 am - 3:30pm)
Services: Comprehensive continuum care for youth: Partial hospitalization - Six-hour, daily treatment program of psychiatric/mental health services for teens (ages 13-17). Focus: Behavioral, psycho educational, expressive therapies, academic tutoring, and educational interventions to improve daily functioning. Intensive Outpatient Services - Brief version of Partial Hospital program focused on specific individual needs to enhance daily living skills.
Eligibility: School-aged (first grade) child or adolescent meeting mental health/psychiatric criteria
Cost of Services: Fees for services
Procedure to Obtain Services: Call 419-226-9590 or 800-232-7762 ext. 9590 for referral information, etc.
Facility Accessibility: Wheelchair capable; located in Suite 001, 718 Building on West Market St. in Lima
Financed by: Fees for services and donations WEST CENTRAL OHIO KIDNEY FOUNDATION 1001 Bellefontaine Ave., Lima, OH 45804 Telephone (419) 226-5051 Fax (419) 226-5142
Contact: Dolores Stoodt, Secretary
Business Hours: Monday - Friday (1:00pm - 5:00pm) Hours subject to change
Services: Travel reimbursement Medication reimbursement Purchase of small medical equipment Emergency assistance ($250 limit)
Eligibility: Individuals with kidney disease, who also have low incomes
Cost of Services: Sliding fee scale
Procedure to Obtain Services: Contact Dolores Stoodt for intake information. Approval pending decision by Review Committee
Facility Accessibility: Lima Memorial Hospital
Financed by: Donations, memorials, fund-raisers
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