Community Resources
As a resource hub for older adults in Licking County, we’re here to connect you with the support you need. While we strive to provide answers, sometimes other organizations are better suited to assist. We continuously update this page with new resources as they become available. Click on a website below to learn more about each organization.
General Helpline
Pathways of Central Ohio
Your 24/7 connection to housing, food, utility help, and crisis services.
Dial 211 or Text your ZIP code to 898211 | 211pathways.com
Housing Assistance
Licking County Senior Housing Directory
View the directory of affordable housing options for seniors.
Senior Housing Directory
Licking County Coalition for Housing
Provides housing assistance, support services, and resources.
23 South Park Place, Suite 200, Newark
(740) 345-1970 | lcchousing.org
LEADS Community Action
Offers utility assistance and housing help.
159 Wilson Street, Newark
(740) 349-8606 | leadscommunity.org
Food & Nutrition
Food Pantry Network of Licking County
Weekly groceries and emergency food.
1035 Brice Street, Newark
(740) 344-7401 | foodpantrynetwork.net
Salvation Army
250 East Main Street, Newark
(740) 345-8120
Transportation
Catholic Social Services
Free transportation to non-emergency medical appointments.
1031 Brice Street, Newark
(740) 345-2565 | colscss.org
Licking County Transit
Offers transportation around the county.
745 East Main Street, Newark
(740) 670-5185 | Small Route Guide
Home Repairs
TRUEBLUE HOME SERVICE ALLY
Basic home repair and Handyman services.
(740) 377-5514 | lickingcounty@trueblueally.com
Habitat for Humanity
Basic home repair, including tree removal
1660 N. 21st Street
(614) 484-1966 | Habitatforhumanity.org
Durable Medical Equipment
Medical Loan Closet
Lends walkers, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment.
587 Mount Vernon Road, Newark
(740) 366-7438 | newarkcentralchristian.org
Goodwill Of Licking and Knox County
Lends walkers, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment.
65 South 5th Street, Newark
(740) 645-9861 |rlacey@goodwillnewark.org
Medical Loan Closet of Johnstown
Lends walkers, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment.
151 Woodgate Drive, Johnstown
(740) 390-8048 | (614) 581-5286
Thornville Medical Equipment Loan Facility
Lends walkers, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment.
80 North Main Street, Thornville | (740) 605-6268
Helping Hands, Peace United Methodist Church
Lends walkers, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment.
235 Diley Road, Pickerington
(614) 834-4565 | hhmedicalequipment.org/request
Healthcare & Mental Health Services
Look Up Center
Free dental clinic, skilled trades program, and exercise class.
50 Obannon Avenue, Newark
(740) 345-6026 | lookupcenter.org
Licking County Community Clinic
The free clinic provides basic medical care; proof of income is required.
144 B West Main Street, Newark
(740) 345-1113 | lcchc.com
The Friendship Line
A 24/7 Lifeline for Older Adults and Caregivers feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or alone.
(888) 670-1360 | The Friendship Line
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support 24/7.
Dial or Text: 988 | 988lifeline.org
Legal & Advoacy
Pro Seniors
Free legal advice and elder rights support.
(513) 345-4160 | proseniors.org
Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging
Connects you with aging services and long-term care options.
1-(800) 589-7277 | coaaa.org
LegalAid of Southeast and Central Ohio
Provides civil legal aid and advocacy.
15 W Locust Street, Suite A, Newark
(740) 345-0850 | lasco.org

