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

NEW! 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

Healthcare & Mental Health Services

Medical Loan Closet

Lends walkers, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment.

587 Mount Vernon Road, Newark

(740) 366-7438 | newarkcentralchristian.org

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

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 St Suite A, Newark

(740) 345-0850 | lasco.org