Meigs County Community Resource Manual*

(Especially for Maternal and Child Populations)

Funded by the Ohio Department of Health/Federal Program/Bureau of Child and Family Health Services/Child and Family Health Services Program and the Meigs County Health Department

Web Posting Sponsored by the Meigs County Chamber of Commerce

*The information in this manual will be updated quarterly in January, May, July and October each year

Meigs County Community Resource Manual

for Maternal and Child Populations

Table of Contents                                                                                                       

 

Introduction

The listings in this manual have been obtained from various resources and service agency representatives. Special thanks are extended to those who provided information for this project; Billie Bentley, Andrew Brumfield, Lenora Leifheit, Norma Torres, Teresa Varian and Connie Little.

This manual is targeted to assist agencies and professionals in the referral-making process after specific needs are identified. Updates will be entered quarterly on the Meigs County Website.

Thanks and appreciation are also extended to the Meigs County Chamber members who agreed to post this information on the Meigs County Web Site.

Abuse 
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CHILD ABUSE

Child Abuse Hotline Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

740-992-2117 or 992-3658 or 1-800-992-2608

 

Community Assault Prevention

19 Harding Avenue

P. O. Box 207

Jackson, OH 45640

1-800-809-6111 or 740-286-6611

740-288-1028

caps@bright.net

Serving Meigs County victims of domestic violence.

Shelter available for victims.

 

LAW ENFORCEMENT

Meigs County Sheriff

740-992-3371

 

Middleport Police

740-992-6464

             

Pomeroy Police

740-992-6411

             

SHELTERS

Serenity House:                 

1-800-942-9577

Serves victims of domestic violence 24/7

Churches
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For current information, contact:

Meigs Cooperative Parish
Mulberry Community Center

260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769

740-992-9919

 

Children And Family Services
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ADOPTION

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

740-992-2117

 

FAMILY AND CHILDREN FIRST COUNCIL, MEIGS COUNTY

Contact Andrea Osborne, Council Coordinator @ 740-992-6626  Ext 61.

The Council consists of local partners who coordinate their work for children and families around the vision of “enabling every child and family to succeed”. The Ohio FCFC established a list of six commitments to child well-being that is also used by the Meigs County FCFC;

      • Expectant parents and newborns thrive
      • Infants and toddlers thrive
      • Children are ready for school
      • Youth choose healthy behaviors
      • Youth successfully transition into adulthood

 

FOSTER CARE

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

175 Race Street

Middleport, OH 45760

740-992-2117 or 1-800-992-2608

 

4-H CONTACTS

OSU Extension Meigs County
P.O.
Box 32
Courthouse Annex/East Memorial Drive

Pomeroy, OH 45769

Phone:
740-992-6696

 

CHILD CARE PROVIDER LISTINGS

For surrounding county lists and updates contact:
Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

175 Race Street
Middleport, OH 45760

Phone:
740-992-2117

Fax: 740-992-5688

www.meigsdjfs.net

 

CERTIFIED CHILD CARE CENTERS LISTINGS

Gingerbread House Day Care

Middleport, OH 45760

740-992-3142
Before and after school programs and summer programs for children 6 wks. to 12 yrs. old
Private and state pay accepted
For surrounding county lists and updates contact:


Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

175 Race Street            
Middleport, OH 45760
            
Phone:
740-992-2117            
Fax:
740-992-5688  
www.meigsdjfs.net

 

MISCELLANEOUS CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES

Help Me Grow Newborn Home Visiting Program           
Meigs County Health Department           
112 East Memorial Drive            
Pomeroy, OH 45769

740-992-6626

Offers assistance to parents and families with pregnant women and children up to age 3 yrs.
Free and voluntary.

Homeless Program
Meigs County Homeless Program
%Meigs County Intervention School (
SEM)
42091 Pomeroy Pike Road
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-9121

Targets families with children/youth pre-school through high school ages and face homeless issues

Free of charge

Meigs Cooperative Parish

Mulberry Community Center
260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
Phone/Fax:
740-992-9919
Meigs Cooperative Parish Phone:
740-992-7400 (Tues.- Fri. 9:00 AM-1:00 PM)
Parish Shop Phone:
740-992-4183 (Mon.- Fri. 9:00 AM-3:00 PM)

Help Me Grow Newborn Home Visiting

122 North Second Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
Phone:
740-992-5266 or 1-866-219-0110
Fax:
740-992-6553
Services for pregnant women and families with newborns provided by an RN.
Free and voluntary.  

 

NUTRITION SERVICES

OSU Extension Meigs County
P.O.
Box 32
Courthouse Annex/East Memorial Drive

Pomeroy, OH 45769

Phone:
740-992-6696
Education source for nutrition, food safety, thrifty shopping, and food security.
Free of charge

WIC

112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769

Phone:
740-992-0392
Nutrition education and supplements provided for pregnant women and children up to age 5 yrs.   
Must meet income guidelines.

 

SCOUTING ORGANIZATION CONTACTS

Boy Scouts  
Charles Hensen       

Boy Scout District Executive          

304-675-6830

Girl Scouts

Dee Swartz, Meigs County Service Unit Leader

39086 St. Rt. 143

Pomeroy, OH 45769

(H) 740-992-1579

(C) 740-416-4737



SMOKING CESSATION


Holzer Tobacco Prevention Resource Center

115 West Second Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-2175
Fax
740-992-2743
Smoking prevention and reduction education and interventions for adults and pregnant women
Free of charge           
Free tobacco use prevention for youth, and cessation services for adults and pregnant women.

YOUTH SUPPORT

God’s Net
260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
Mon. thru Thurs.
3:00 PM6:00 PM, Fri and Sat. 6:00 PM10:00 PM
Phone/Fax:
740-992-0261

WELL CHILD CARE

Healthchek Services

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

175 Race Street

Middleport, OH 45760

740-992-2117 or 1-800-992-2608

                                     

Holzer Clinic Meigs Branch

88 East Memorial Drive

Pomeroy, OH 45769

740-992-0060

 

Clothing
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Career Closet

Crossroads YES Program
150 Mill Street
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-0000


Goodwill

786 North 2nd Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-4208
          


Humane Society Thrift Shop
305 North Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-6064


Parish Shop

The Mulberry Community Center
260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-4183


Pomeroy-Middleport Lions Club

236 East Main Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-5990


Senior Companion Program

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629 or
740-367-7341

Counseling Services for Mental Health
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Careline Crisis Intervention Center                                            
90 Hospital Drive                                                                             

Athens, OH 45701                                                   
1-888-475-8484 or
740-593-3344


Community Assault Prevention Services

 P.O. Box 207 19 Harding Avenue                                                                         

 Jackson, OH 45640

 24hr. Crisis Line: 1-800-809-6111 or 740-286-6611                 

 Provides education, counseling, and support group for sexual assault survivors and their significant others.



Crossroads Christian Counseling

32598 Woodyard Road
Albany, OH 45710

(740)
698-0000
Family and individual counseling
Sliding fee scale


Divorce Care: Middleport Church of Christ                                                   

437 Main Street                                                                               
Middleport, OH 45760

740-992-2914                                              

Provides support group for divorced families.
Donations accepted.


Gallia, Jackson, Meigs Board of Alcohol,                                           
 

Drug Addiction & Mental Health Services

414 Second Avenue                                                                                    

P.O. Box 514
Gallipolis, OH 45631
740-446-3022 or
740-992-5277
Comprehensive mental health, drug and alcohol services                      



Health Recovery Services, Inc.

138 North Second Avenue                                                              

Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-5277
Counseling & case management of drug and/or alcohol abuse problems.


Tri-County Mental Health & Counseling Services, Inc.
                     
90 Hospital Drive
Athens, OH 45701

740-592-3091
Individual & family counseling, support, and education.
Sliding fee scale


Treatment Alternatives to Street Crimes (TASC)                              

East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-3965
Serves juvenile substance abusers between the ages of 12 yrs. & 18 yrs.
Free of charge


Woodland Centers
                                                                                                

112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
Crisis Line:
1-800-252-5554 or 740-992-2192
Mental health and counseling services to general public
Outpatient counseling; case management for qualified individuals
24hr. crisis hot line
Short-term respite program for referred adults
Sliding fee scale

 


Bethel Worship Center
St.
Rt. 7
Reedsville, OH 45772
740-667-6793
Free Christian counseling services

Disaster Response
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American Red Cross
100 South May Avenue
Athens, OH 45701
740-593-5273
redcross@frognet.net
Provides assistance to meet immediate emergency disaster-caused needs.
Also feeds emergency workers, handles inquiries from concerned family members, provides blood and blood products to disaster victims, and helps those affected by disaster to access other available resources.


FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)

1-800-621-3362
Agency is part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Mission is to lead efforts to prepare the nation for all hazards and effectively manage federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. FEMA also initiates proactive mitigation activities, trains first responders and manages the National Flood Insurance Program.


Meigs
County EMA (Emergency Management Agency)
740-992-4541
Plans for emergency and disaster response in
Meigs County


Meigs County EMS
(Emergency Management System)
740-992-6663
First Response for emergency illness, accidents and transportation.


Meigs County Health Department

740-992-6626 or
740-416-0224
Monitors county, region and state disease patterns. Contact the above numbers to report a biological emergency or threat involving small pox, anthrax, etc.                            


Meigs County United Way
Contact Person:        George Hawley
740-992-6377The mission is to improve lives by mobilizing our communities to improve people’s lives. Donations are made by the local
United Way to various service agencies and community groups that work to improve Meigs County residents’ lives and well-being.

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ADULTS/COLLEGE EDUCATION


Adult Basic and Literacy Education

Athens-Meigs Educational Service Center
320 ½ E. Main St.
Pomeroy, OH 456769
(740) 992-3883
GED preparation and testing
Free of charge


Adult Career Center Tri-County Vocational School

15676 SR 691
Nelsonville, OH 45764
1-800-637-6508
(740) 735-3511
Post-secondary adult vocational training and workforce development programs to individuals and businesses


Buckeye Hills Career Center

351 Buckeye Hills Rd.
Rio Grande, OH  25674
(740) 245-5334
Professional training for students
and adults.


Gallipolis Career College

1176 Jackson Pike
Gallipolis, OH 45631
1-800-214-0452
Prepares students for professional careers


Hocking College

3301 Hocking Parkway
Nelsonville, OH  45764


Ohio University

Athens, OH 45701
740-593-1300


University of Rio Grande

218 N. College Dr.
Rio Grande, OH  25674
800-282-7201 (main campus)
(740) 992-3383 (Meigs Branch @ 150 Mill Street in Middleport, OH 45760)



INTERVENTION


SEM School
42091 Pomeroy Pike
Pomeroy, OH 45769
(740) 992-3300
Interventions for Southern, Eastern and Meigs Students


MRDD


Carleton School and Meigs Industries

1310 Carleton Street
Syracuse, OH 45779
1-800-870-3795
Education/employment opportunities for those with developmental disabilities/mental retardation.


PRESCHOOLS
       

Heart of the Valley Head Start

3910 Bradbury Rd.
Middleport, OH 45760

(740) 992-1740
Serves income eligible families with children 3-5 yrs. old to promote school readiness, family support and awareness of community services.
           

Heart of the Valley Head Start Preschool
3910 Bradbury Rd.
Middleport, OH 45760

(740) 992-1740
Integrated preschool to include children 3-5 yrs. old who may or may not have specific disabilities. No income eligibility.


Jenart Preschool

326 ½ E. Main St.
Pomeroy, OH 45769
(740) 992-5779
Private pay


Mid-Valley Christian School Preschool

500 N. 2nd Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
(740) 992-6249
Provides preschool education for the 4 yr. old (K4) child
Private pay


New Horizons Childhood Enrichment Center

260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
(740)-992-6245
Preschool for 3-5 yr.olds (K3-K4)
Half day classes
Private pay


PRIVATE SCHOOLS


Mid-Valley Christian School

500 N. 2nd Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
(740) 992-2962
Christian Education Grades K-6
Private Pay


River Valley Christian Academy

803 S. 3rd Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
(740) 992-3662 or 992-3592
Christian education grades K4 through 12th
Private pay


PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEMS


Alexander School District

6091 Ayers Road
Albany, OH 45710
740-698-8831


Eastern Local School District

38900 SR 7
Reedsville, OH  45772
(740)  985-3304


Meigs Local School District

42091 Pomeroy Pike
Pomeroy, OH 45769
(740) 992­2158

Southern Local School District

Elm St.
P.O. Box 176
Racine, OH 45771
(740)949-4222


TUTORING


Albany Tutoring Center (in collaboration with Tiny Tots Day Care)

5101 Factory Rd.
Albany, OH 45710
(740) 698-2464
(740) 698-1600
For students K thru 12. Alexander School System students may be bussed after school. Services available to others who provide transportation. Cost is $25.00 per hour.

FOOD
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Emergency Food Voucher Program

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
(740)
992-6629
Provides food vouchers or referrals to area food pantries to eligible clients at or below the 150% poverty level income guidelines who demonstrate an emergency need.


Meals on Wheels and Congregate Meals

Meigs County Council on Aging (Meigs Senior Center)
112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-2161


Middleport Church of Christ

437 Main Street
Middleport, OH 45769
740-992-2914


Meigs Cooperative Parish

The Mulberry Community Center
260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-7400 or 4183 


Rejoicing Life Food Pantry

500 North 2nd Avenue
Middleport, OH 45769
740-992-6249


Rutland Care Closet
Rutland Church of God
Box 477
Rutland, OH 45775
740-742-2060


Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

175 Race Street
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-2117
www.meigsdjfs.net


Humane Society

305 North Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-6064


Pomeroy-Middleport Lions Club
236 East Main Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-5990


WIC (Women, Infant and Children Nutrition)

112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-0392
Based on income guidelines

 


Bethel Worship Center

St. Rt. 7
Reedsville, OH 45772
740-667-6793

 


Friends and Neighbors Community Food Center of Racine

Racine Municipal Building
5th and Main Street
Racine, OH 45771
Contact Main Office for hours and pick-up times:
740-667-0684

Health Related
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CANCER RELATED SERVICES


American Cancer Society Patient Navigator Program

75 Hospital Dr., Suite 220 Athens, OH 45701
1-888-
ACS-2345
740-566-4538
Assists patients in navigating the cancer journey by providing links to cancer information, financial aid and insurance resources, support programs, transportation assistance and home health care resources.


Holzer Center for Cancer Care

170 Jackson Pike
Gallipolis, OH 45631
1-800-821-3860
Offers radiation and chemo-therapy treatments.


Meigs County American Cancer Society (
ACS) Task Force
Contact President Ferman Moore @ 740-992-2600
Facilitates implementation of
ACS programs into local communities and assists with direction for re-investment of Relay for Life funds.


Meigs County Cancer Initiative

P.O. Box 85
Pomeroy, OH 45769
Contact Diana Coates @ 740-992-2161
Focuses on increasing awareness, providing education and promoting early detection and prevention of cancer in Appalachian Meigs County.


Meigs County
ACS Cancer  Resource Center
Mulberry Community Center
260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-7520
Located within the Parish Nurse Office.  Provision of information on various cancer information sites via Internet and brochures. Wigs and other cosmetic devices available for cancer patients.  Meeting site for appointments with Patient Navigator. Volunteers present Tuesday and Wednesdays 10:00 AM to Noon. Assistance may also be given by Cooperative Parish Staff Tuesdays through Fridays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.


DENTAL SERVICES
         
           

Meigs County Health Department Appalachian Dental Clinic           

Initial, periodical and emergency exams offered. Does not provide services for tooth extractions, periodontal surgery, or root canals.

Children under the age of 12 yrs. old will be seen for screenings, preventive care, hygiene checks, or Head Start physicals. All other services for children will be referred to another facility. 

Fees for services will be submitted to Medicaid/ Medicare as appropriate. Other methods of payment offered
are cash, Dental Options
 Program or a sliding fee scale.


Appalachian Dental Clinic

509 South Third Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-FILL (3455
Initial, periodical and emergency exams offered. Does not provide services for tooth extractions, periodontal surgery or root canals. Children under the age of 12 yrs. old will be seen for screenings; other services for children will be referred. Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurances accepted, also cash, dental options and sliding fee scale.      


Harold Brown, D.D.S.
       
200 ½ West Main Street     

Pomeroy, OH 45769           

(740) 992-2878        
Accepts Ohio Medicaid and insurances.  

No sliding fee scale.



Mongkollugsana Jackrit, D.D.S. M.S. Oral Surgeon 

441 General Hartinger Parkway     

Middleport, OH 45760         
(740) 992-6202        

Oral surgery, dental implants          
Accepts most insurances.   

Does not accept medical card or provide sliding fee scale for payment.


Marjorie Lawson, D.D.S.  

106 Tyree Blvd.        

Racine, OH 45771   

(740) 949-2575        

Accepts most insurances.   

Does not accept Medicaid payment          

No sliding fee scale.


Keith Riggs, D.D.S.           
306 ½ North Second Avenue         

Middleport, OH 45760         
(740) 992-2764        
Accepts Medicaid and most insurances. No sliding fee scale.


EMERGENCY SERVICES
           

See HOSPITALS for each Emergency Department phone numbers
   


Poison Control Hotline    

1-800-222-1222


EYE CARE   

Meigs Family Eye Care (A. Jackson Bailes, O.D.)     
507 Mulberry Heights          
Pomeroy, OH 45769           
(740) 992-3279
Eye exams, glasses/ contact lens, glaucoma.treatment.
Accepts most insurances, Medicaid and private pay.
No sliding fee scale.


Racine Optometric Clinic (Melanie Weese, O.D.)

109 N. Third Street
Racine, OH 45771
(740) 949-2078
Eye exams, treatment of eye injury and disease, glasses/contact lens.
Accepts clients with insurance, Medicaid, and private pay.
No sliding fee scale.


James L Schmoll, O.D.

443 General Hartinger Parkway
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-6545
Eye exams, treatment of eye disease, glasses/contact lens.
Accepts insurance and private pay. Medicaid accepted
           
No sliding fee scale.


EYEGLASS ASSISTANCE
          


Pomeroy-Middleport Lions Club           

P.O. Box 122

Pomeroy, OH 45769
For adults only. Assists with eyeglasses and examinations.
Must be approved via application. Based on income.
Applications available at Meigs County Health Department

           
 
Prevent Blindness Ohio  
Via Meigs County Health Dept. Vision Clinic (VSP Program)   
112 East Memorial Drive Suite A  
Pomeroy, OH 45769           

740-992-6626          
For children under 18 yrs.   
Must meet income guidelines



HEALTH EDUCATION/INFORMATION
 


Meigs County Health Department
112 East Memorial Drive Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626
Offers education and information for a variety of health care issues, including cardiovascular, nutrition, pregnancy, tobacco prevention, communicable diseases, and environmental health.


HEALTH SCREENINGS


Meigs County Health Department
112 East Memorial Drive Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626
Conducts various screenings including blood pressure, head lice, prostate and lead (for children). Also a site sponsor for the OSU Mobile Mammography Unit (provided for women 40 yrs. and older with no history of breast abnormalities. Will also screen women younger than 40 yrs. if given written order by physician. Medicare, Medicaid and most insurances accepted. Otherwise, cost is $75.00 on the date of service, $150.00 if billed and paid on a later date).


HIV/AIDS
      
Athens AIDS Task Force (programs for Ohio residents with AIDS)
        

18 N. College Ave.   

Athens, OH 45701   

Phone: (740) 592-4397        Fax: (740) 594-6037           

aatf@verizon.net


Ryan White Title II Case Management (Ohio Department of Health)       

18 N. College Ave.   

Athens, OH 45701   
Phone: (740) 592-4397        Fax: (740) 594-6037           

aatf@verizon.net      



HIV Support Group           

18 N. College Ave.   

Athens, OH 45701   

Phone: (740) 592-4397        Fax: (740) 594-6037           

aatf@verizon.net


Meigs County Health Department        

HIV and Hepatitis C Testing Site
112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy,OH 45769
740-992-6626
Free testing/education/counseling for Meigs County residents by appointment only


HOME HEALTH


Appalachian Community Visiting Nurses Association

280 E State St.
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 594-8226
800-837-1112


Area Agency on Aging Home Visiting Nurses

E. Memorial Dr.
Pomeroy, OH 45769
(740) 992-2169


Holzer Home Care

1113 E. Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-1772 or 1-888-225-1135
Offers skilled nursing, home health aide services, physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy services. Medicare/Medicaid certified.


Holzer Extra Care           
100 Jackson Pike           
Gallipolis, OH 45631
(740) 441-3914
1-800-920-8860
Offers private-duty home care, homemaking, housekeeping and respite services.



Holzer Hospice
100 Jackson Pike
Gallipolis, OH 45631
(740) 446-5074
1-800-500-4850
Interdisciplinary patient care for patients with a life-limiting illness that includes physicians, registered nurses, home health aides/homemakers, social workers, clergy, trained volunteers; and bereavement services.
Medicare/Medicaid certified.


Holzer Senior Outreach
100 Jackson Pike
Gallipolis, OH 45631
(740) 441-3921
1-800-920-8860           
Free service. Provides daily telephone calls to seniors to remind them to take their medicine, ensure they are safe and provide socialization.

 


Medical Clinics and Services


Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare/Athens Campus Ohio Dept. of Mental Health

100 Hospital Dr.
Athens, OH 45701
(740)
594-5000
State supported inpatient (18 yrs. of age and older) psychiatric facility for mentally ill and/or substance abuse clients.
Must be referred by local community mental health agency
. 
Private pay (no sliding fee scale) or Medicaid
www.ohioabh.org

Holzer Clinic Meigs Branch

88 E. Memorial Dr.
Pomeroy, OH 45769
(740)
992-0060
Physician and clinical services include Urgent Care, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, GYN, limited OB, Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Lab and X-Ray and Mammography services.
Accepts most insurances and Ohio Medicaid
No sliding fee scale.


Douglas D. Hunter, M.D.

207 Fifth Street
Racine, OH 45771
(740)
949-2683
Accepts Ohio Medicaid and most insurances.
No sliding fee scale.

 

         
Meigs County Speech and Hearing Clinic
         
Carleton School         
1310 Carleton Street         
Syracuse, OH 45779         
740-992-6681 or 1-800-870-3795         
Offered in conjunction with Ohio University. Speech evaluation and therapy. Hearing tests available for all ages. Medicaid and insurances accepted (if service is covered). Speech component offered at Carleton School and Hearing Evals conducted at Meigs County Health Dept.


Meigs County Health Department Clinics

112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626Hearing – to 21 yrs. oldVision - to 21 yrs. oldPrenatal – care for pregnant women through 26 wks. gestationFamily Planning
ImmunizationsMobile Mammography via OSU 4x yearly – screening for women 35+ yrs.Flu Shots as available
Most clinical services are free of charge via Health Department Tax Levy or on a sliding fee scale with zero component. Medicare and Medicaid accepted.


Meigs County Tuberculosis Clinic

112 East Memorial Drive P. O. Box 447
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-3722 
Skin testing, chest x-rays, meds for latent and active TB, lab work during treatment, information for lung disorders and diseases. Free to those living or working within Meigs County
Free of charge. Funded by the Meigs County TB Tax Levy


Meigs Medical Clinic, Affiliate of O’Bleness Memorial Hospital

113 E. Memorial Dr. Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
(740) 992-9158
Obstetrics, GYN, Geriatric, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Podiatry
Reduced rates for limited income families receiving Family Medicine Services
Discount Prescription Services for designated medicines.
Sliding scale fee for OB/GYN Services.


OUCOM (Ohio University College of Medicine) Mobile Unit

57 Grosvenor Hall
Athens, OH 45701
1-800-844-2654

Provides Adult Breast and Cervical Cancer services and Childhood Immunization Program (CHIPS). Donations accepted for services.
Currently providing free clinical services for residents of Meigs and Athens Counties on Thursdays Federal Valley Resource Center (Old School in Stewart) 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.


Pleasant Valley Hospital Middleport Clinic

790 N. Second Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
(740) 992-6434   Fax 740-992-6479
Family practice and GYN services.
Accepts Medicaid and insurance.
Offers sliding fee scale for income eligible.



MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
    

Continuity of Care, Affiliate of Pleasant Valley Hospital     

790 North Second Avenue  
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-2310 or 1-800-873-4663
All varieties of medical equipment
Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance.
Private Pay adjustments with approval.


Shriners of North America

Jim Nelson, Local Contact
740-992-2418
Financial assistance for children needing medical devices.
Based on case by case need.

 

MEDICALLY HANDICAPPED CHILDREN


Bureau of Children with Medical Handicaps (BCMH)

Meigs County Health Department
112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626
Financial assistance for treatment of eligible medical conditions for children birth to 21 yrs.
Based on income.



NATIONAL HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS


American Cancer Society
            
5555 Frantz Road                
Columbus, OH 43017
1-888-227-6446
www.cancer.org


American Heart Association

5455 North High St. P.O. Box 163549
Columbus, OH 43216-359
1-800-282-0291
Fax (614) 848-4227


American Lung Association of Ohio

1950 Arlingate Lane
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 279-1700
1-800-586-4872


American Red Cross
          
100 South May Avenue                   
Athens, OH 45701               
740-593-5273
redcross@frognet.net

 


American Diabetes Association
1-800-DIABETES
(342-2383)

 


CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES

Riverview Chiropractic Center

236 East Main Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-1000
Greg Piersol. D.C.
Office Hours:  M-W-F
8:00 AM to 7:00 PM                      
T-Th 
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM              
Saturdays
9:00 AM to Noon.
Accepts Medicare, Ohio Medicaid, insurance, cash and credit cards.



FAMILY PLANNING


Meigs County Health Department

Family Planning Clinic
112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626
Services based on income and by appointment.


Planned Parenthood of Southeast Ohio (PPSEO)

280 East State Street
Athens, OH 45701
1-800-604-9831                               



PREGNANCY
CARE

Holzer Clinic Gallipolis

90 Jackson Pike
Gallipolis, OH 45631
740-992-7834


Meigs County Health Department Prenatal Clinic

112 East Memorial Drive

Pomeroy, OH 45769

740-992-6626



Pregnancy Resource Center

43-A South Court Street
Athens, OH 45701
740-592-4700
Offers free education about pregnancy and opportunities to obtain free baby supplies.        


River Rose OB/GYN

65 Hospital Drive
Athens, OH 45701
740-594-8819
Pomeroy Address:   


Meigs Medical Clinic
113 East Memorial Drive Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-9158


PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE FOR MEDICATIONS


American Cancer Society

1-800-
ACS-2345

American Diabetes Association

1-800-DIABETES
(342-2383)

American Heart Association
:
1-800-282-0291

American Lung Association
:
1-800-586-4872

Holzer Clinic

740-992-0060

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

740-992-2117

Meigs County Health Department

740-992-6626

Meigs County Tuberculosis Clinic

740-992-3722

Mulberry Community Center Parish Nurse

740-992-7400

Ohio’s Best R/X

P.O. Box 408
Twinsburg, OH 44087-0408
1-866-923-7879
No costs to apply. Contact above to receive application
Drug discount program based on income for Ohio residents.
www.ohiobestrx.org

Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine (OUCOM)

1-800-844-2654

The Medicine Program

573-996-7300                      
Seeks to aid those who have exhausted all other sources for help with medication. The Medicine Program helps people apply for enrollment in one or more of the many patient assistance programs now available via drug manufacturers. $5.00 Processing Fee required for each prescription. Sponsored by a private foundation. Applications available at Meigs County Health Department.

 

SUPPORT GROUPS

Diabetes Support Group

Sponsored by Pleasant Valley Hospital. Meets in Meigs Senior Citizens Center Conference Room every 3rd Thursday of odd months at
10:30 AM. For more information contact Jane Staley, RN, at
304-675-7400.

Partners in Care Group Respite Program

Specialized adult day care program for persons with memory loss from Alzheimer’s Disease or a related disorder. The Program is designed to provide relief to family members caring at home for a relative with Alzheimer’s or related dementia. The Meigs County Council on Aging will provide a safe, loving, caring environment for the participant and provide respite for the loving caregiver. Hours of operation are Monday and Fridays from
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Applications for the program will b accepted after 1/1/07. For more information contact Kathy McDaniel at 740-992-2161.

Partners in Care Family Support Group

A Support Group for caregivers, family members, etc. of those who have Alzheimer’s and similar disorders. Meets in Meigs Multipurpose Conference Room 1st Friday of each month from
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Stroke Support Group

Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Senior Citizens Center Conference Room from
1:00 PM2:30 PM. Sponsored by Holzer Rehab.            


SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION
AND ASSISTANCE
Representatives from the Social Security Office available in the Meigs County Senior Citizens Center from
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. No appointment necessary.


UNEMPLOYMENT SERVICES


Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

175 Race Street
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-2117


Ohio Department of Job and Family Services

1-877-644-6562

 

 

Hospitals/Emergency Room Services
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Kentucky Hospitals


Ashland, KY


Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital                                                                                                            

St. Christopher Drive           
Ashland, KY 41101
Phone: 606-833-3333                      Emergency Department: 606-833-3605   
www.olbh.com

King’s Daughters Medical Center

2201 Lexington Ave.
Ashland, KY 41104
Phone: 1-888-377-KDMC or 606-327-4000
www.kdmc.com


Lexington, KY


Shriners Hospital (Children’s Orthopedics)

1900 Richmond Road
Lexington, KY  40502
Phone: 859-266-2101
www.shrinershq.org


Louisa, KY


Three Rivers Medical Center

Hwy. 644
P.O. Box 769                                                                        

Louisa, KY  41230
Phone: 606-638-9451                      Emergency Department: 606-638-1200
www.threeriversmedicalcenter.com


Ohio Hospitals


Athens, OH


O’Bleness Memorial

55 Hospital Drive
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740-593-5551                      Emergency Department: 740-592-9349
www.obleness.org


Cincinnati, OH


Children’s Hospital Medical Center

2324 Madison Road
Cincinnati, OH 45208-2671
Phone: 1-800-344-2462      Emergency Department: 513-636-7966
www.cincinnatichildrens.org


Cincinnati VA Medical Center – Type: General medicine, surgery, psychiatry, extended care

3200 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH 45220
Phone: 513-861-3100                      Fax: 513-475-6500
www.va.gov


Shriners Hospital – Cincinnati (for children with burns)

3229 Burnet Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45229-3095
Phone: 513-872-6000
www.shrinershq.org


Columbus, OH


Columbus Children’s Hospital

700 Children’s Drive
Columbus, OH  43205
Phone: 1-800-875-5437 (for referrals) or 614-722-2000
Emergency Department: 614-722-4333
Emergency Communications Center (for Ground/air Emergency Communications Transport):
1-800-642-6666
www.childrenscolumbus.com


Ohio Health Care Hospitals
(includes following three Columbus area hospitals)

Doctors Hospital

5100 West Broad Street     
Columbus, OH 43228          

Phone: 614-297-4000                     Emergency Department: 614-429-6050
   
www.ohiohealth.com


Grant Medical Center

11 South Grant
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: 614-566-9000                      Emergency Department: 614-566-9270
www.ohiohealth.com


Riverside Methodist Hospital

3535 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43214-3998
Phone: 614-566-5000                      Emergency Department: 614-566-5501
www.ohiohealth.com



Mount Carmel Hospitals
(includes the following three Columbus area hospitals)

Mount Carmel East

6001 Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43213
Phone: 614-234-6000                      Emergency Department: 614-234-6030
www.mountcarmelhealth.com


Mount Carmel St. Ann’s

500 South Cleveland Avenue
Westerville, OH 43081
Phone: 614-898-4000                      Emergency Department: 614-898-4040
www.mountcarmelhealth.com


Mount Carmel West

793 w. State Street
Columbus, OH 43222
Phone: 614-234-5000                      Emergency Department: 614-234-5212
www.mountcarmelhealth.com  
 



Ohio State University Medical Center Hospitals
(includes following five hospitals)University Hospital (Rhodes Hall and Doan Hall)
410 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
Phone: 614-293-8000          Emergency Department: 614-293-8333
www.medicalcenterosu.edu


James Cancer Center

300 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
Phone: 614-293-5066
www.jamesline.com


University Hospital East

1492 E. Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43205
Phone: 614-293-8000
www.medicalcenter.osu.edu


OSU Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital

452 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
Phone: 614-293-5123
www.medicalcenter.osu.edu


OSU Harding Hospital (Behavioral Health Care Services)

1670 Upham Drive
Columbus, OH 43210
Phone: 614-293-9600
www.medicalcenter.osu.edu



Chillicothe, OH


Adena Regional Medical Center
(includes Health Centers in Waverly, Chillicothe, Jackson)
272 Hospital Road
Chillicothe, OH
Phone: 740-779-7500
www.adena.org


Adena Health Center in Waverly, OH

12340 State Route 104
Waverly, OH 26184
Phone: 740-941-5150


Adena Health Center in Chillicothe, OH

Western Ave – 55 Centennial Blvd.
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Phone: 740-779-4050


Adena Health Center in Jackson, OH

190 Water Street
Jackson, OH 45640
Phone: 740-286-9040


Chillicothe VA Hospital 

17273 St. Rt.104
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Phone: 740-773-1141


General medicine, neuro-psychiatric, NHCU

www.chillicothe.med.va.gov



Cleveland, OH


Cleveland Clinic Hospitals
        
(go to Web site and choose topic; hospitals are based on specialties)
www.clevelandclinic.org



Gallipolis, OH


Holzer Medical Center

100 Jackson Pike
Gallipolis, OH 45631
Phone: 740-446-5000                      Emergency Department: 740-446-5201
www.holzer.org


Holzer Center for Cancer Care

170 Jackson Pike
Gallipolis, OH 45631
(740) 446-5474 or 1-800-821-3860


Jackson, OH


Holzer Medical Center Jackson

500 Burlington Road
Jackson, OH  45640
Phone: 740-288-4625                      Emergency Department: Same number
www.holzer.org


Lancaster, OH


Fairfield Medical Center

401 North Ewing
Lancaster, OH 43130
Phone: 1-800-458-2627      Emergency Department: 740-687-8100
www.fmchealth.org


Logan, OH


Hocking Valley Community Hospital

St. Rt. 664 North
P.O. Box 966
Logan, OH 43138
Phone: 740-380-8000                      Emergency Department: 740-380-8203


Marietta, OH


Marietta Memorial Hospital

410 Matthew Street
Marietta, OH 45750
Phone: 1-800-523-3977      Emergency Department: 740-374-1576
www.mmhospital.org


Selby General Hospital

1106 Colgate Drive
Marietta, OH 45750
Phone: 740-568-2000                      Emergency Department: Same number
www.selbygeneralhospital.com



Nelsonville, OH


Doctors Hospital Nelsonville

1950 Mt. St. Mary Drive
Nelsonville, OH 45764
Phone: 740-753-1931                      Emergency Department: Same number



St. Clairsville, OH


Fox Run Hospital 
(Behavioral Solutions for Children)
67670 Traco Drive
St. Clairsville, OH 43950
Phone: 1-800-245-2131
www.bhcfoxrun.com




Pennsylvania Specialty Hospital


Pittsburgh, PA


Western Pennsylvania Hospital—Burn Trauma Center

4800 Friendship Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15224-1722
Phone: 412-578-5000
www.wpahs.org



West Virginia Hospitals                                   

Charleston, WVA


Charleston Area Medical Center
(includes the following three hospitals, same general phone number/web site)

CAMC Memorial Hospital
            
3200 MacCorkle Ave. SE  

Charleston, WV 25304  
     
Phone: 304-348-5432                      Emergency Department: 304-388-4172  
www.camc.org


Charleston General Hospital

501 Morris Street
Charleston, WV 25301
Phone: 304-348-5432                      Emergency Department: 304-388-6022
www.camc.org


Women’s and Children’s Hospital

800 Pennsylvania Avenue
Charleston, WV 25302
Phone: 304-348-5432                      Emergency Department: 304-388-2550
www.camc.org



Huntington, WVA
                                                                                                                                

Cabell Huntington Hospital
1340 Hal Greer Boulevard                                                              

Huntington, WV 25701                                

Phone: 304-526-2000         
           Emergency Department: 304-526-2200   
www.cabellhuntington.org   


Huntington VA Medical Center – Type: General Medicine and Surgery

1540 Spring Valley Drive
Huntington, WVA 25704
Phone: 304-429-6741
Fax: 304-429-6713
www.va.gov

River Park Hospital

1230 Sixth Avenue
Huntington, WVA 25701
Phone: 1-800-COPE (Crisis Outreach Psychiatric Emergency)
www.riverparkhospital.net


Description of River Park Hospital Programs:

Adult Program – behavioral, emotional, addictive disorders.   

Optional Christian Therapy.

Sr. Care Program – physical and psychological needs of older adults                  
Referrals from health care providers and family care givers

Children and Adolescents – for those with mental/emotional problems. Offers three types of programs:B.R.I.D.G.E. (child abuse reactive track)
For children 8yrs.-12 yrs. that have been sexually, physically, and/or emotionally abused. Contact COPE phone number or 304-526-0117 to obtain confidential assessment and referrals.
ROAD (Residential Opportunities for Adolescents)
For adolescents with a dual diagnosis (co-existing psychiatric and substance abuse)
1-800-621-COPE or 304-526-9111

3. Barboursville School – psychiatric residential treatment for adolescents with severe emotional disturbances. Must have DSM-IV Diagnosis and determined to be a danger to self or others. Call 304-736-0915


Mildred Mitchell Bateman Hospital

1530 Norway Avenue
Huntington, WV 25705
Phone: 304-525-7801
Mental health facility for court-committed adult clients.
Ohio residents eligible if interstate transfer protocol is completed.

St. Mary’s Hospital

2900 First Avenue
Huntington, WV 25702
Phone: 304-526-1234         
           Emergency Department: 304-526-1111
www.st-marys.org


Parkersburg, WV


Camden Clark Memorial Hospital

800 Garfield Avenue
P.O. Box 718
Parkersburg, WV 26105
Phone: 304-424-2111         
 Emergency Department: 304-424-2355
www.ccmh.org


St. Joseph’s Hospital

1824 Murdoch Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26101
Phone: 304-424-4111                      Emergency Department: 304-424-4222
www.stjosephs-hospital.com


Western Hills Rehabilitation Hospital

3 Western Hills
Parkersburg, WV 26101
Phone: 304-420-1300


Point Pleasant, WV


Pleasant Valley Hospital

2520 Valley Drive
Point Pleasant, WVA 25550
Phone: 304-675-4340         
 Emergency Department: Ext. 1317 or 1318
www.pvalley.org



Ripley, WV
                                                           

Jackson General Hospital

Pinnell Street
P. O. Box 720
Ripley, WVA  25271
Phone: 304-372-2731         
           Emergency Department: 304:373-1517
www.jacksongeneral.com

Housing and Housing/Utility Issues
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APARTMENT RENTALS


Colonial Park

300 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6183
Rent based on income


Crosspointe Apartments

1100 Powell Street
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-3055


Elmwood Terrace Apartments

Elmwood Terrace
Racine, OH 45771
740-949-2012
Rent based on income


Pomeroy Cliff Apartments

1 Pomeroy Cliffs
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-7772
Rent based on income


The Maples

100 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-7022
For those 50 yrs. of age and older
Based on income


River Heights Apartments

47644 Yellowbush Road
Racine, OH 45771
740-949-2184


Three Rivers Housing Corporation

P.O. Box 2351
Athens, OH 45701
740-797-7139


Village Manor Apartments

55 South Third Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
740-992-5064


Waters Edge Apartments Ltd

2070 SR 124
Racine, OH 45771   
Phone: 740-992-6419


Electric Partnership Program (EPP)

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
(740)-992-6629

Helps consumers lower energy use while saving money. State provides a list of former PIPP enrollees who are contacted and then provided with home inspection. More energy efficient light bulbs are installed and consumer education given.

Based on income


God’s Hands

The Mulberry Community Center
260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-4183


HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program)

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629
Assists individuals or families with an annual one-time payment toward main heating source.
Applications available from September through March of each year.


HEAP Emergency Assistance Program

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629
Assists individuals/families who have received a shutoff notice or less than a ten-day supply of bulk fuel.
Available November1 through March 31 each year.


Home Buyer Education

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-2222
Classes for those interested in learning more about home ownership.
Free of charge.


Home Weatherization Program (HWAP)

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629
Provides in-home energy-efficient education and insulation installed in walls and attic, heating system safety tests, repairs and tune-ups of heat sources to insure energy conservation measures.
Free services based on income guidelines


Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)

8 N. College Ave.
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: (740) 592-4397       
Fax: (740) 594-6037
aatf@verizon.net


Housing Trust Fund

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629
Provides emergency rent, mortgage, and utility payments to prevent eviction, foreclosure and utility shutoff.
Must be income eligible. Maximum assistance is $300.00


Life Line Monthly Discount

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency (GMCAA)
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629
Provides discounts for those using Verizon phone services. Must be income eligible and a participant in a set list of programs. Call GMCAA for program listings.


Meigs County Grants Administration

Meigs Annex
117 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-7908
Provides housing rehabilitation and repair and home buyer assistance.




Meigs County Metropolitan Housing Authority

Meigs Annex
117 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-2733 or 1-888-767-3247
Provides rental assistance


PIPP Plan (Percentage of Income Payment Plan)

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629
Eligible customers can make lower energy payments
Based on income.


Pomeroy-Middleport Lions Club

236 East Main Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-5990


Rural Empowerment Achievement Program
IDA
Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629 or 740-367-7341
Matched savings accounts that can be used toward purchase of a set asset (home, secondary education, small business). Must be income eligible and complete literacy and asset specific training.

Miscellaneous
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BIOTERRORISM
    

Meigs County Health Department

112 East Memorial Drive Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626Conducts bioterrorism/terrorism awareness and preparedness into local emergency planning.
Monitors county, region and state disease patterns.



CANCER SUPPORT/COUNSELING


American Cancer Society Patient Navigator Program
                                

1-888-
ACS-OHIO
740-566-4538
A service of the American Cancer Society
Assists in obtaining funding for cancer-related counseling



CAREGIVER SUPPORT
  

Meigs County Council on Aging Kinship Navigator Program      
P.O. Box 722 (@112 East Memorial Drive)         

Pomeroy, OH 45769           
740-992-2161
A Kinship Caregiver is a person who permanently or temporarily takes over full-time, substitute care of a child. The Kinship Navigator Program Coordinator provides information to caregivers in regard to services and benefits available at the local and state level and assists caregivers in accessing benefits and services (i.e. legal services, child care, respite care, training, financial assistance availability, and evaluation of unmet needs).



EMPLOYMENT
AND TRAINING

One-Stop Employment and Training Center

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services  

75 Race Street                      P.O. Box 191

Middleport, OH 45760         

1-800-2608
740-992-2117
www.meigsdjfs.net

Assists all job seekers with job search, resume/interviewing preparation, labor market information, career counseling and supportive service referrals. Also assists eligible individuals with training services. Maximum limit of $10,000per participant to assist with post-secondary education.



EMPLOYMENT RETENTION
      

Prevention, Retention and Contingency Program

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services  

75 Race Street                      P.O. Box 191

Middleport, OH 45760         

1-800-2608
740-992-2117
www.meigsdjfs.net

Assists eligible families whose income is at or below 200% of poverty to continue employment by offering:Car repairsTransportation assistanceTools, uniforms, or other work related itemsRelocation for employment
Emergency assistance for utility disconnects, emergency housing and other barriers to help families achieve or maintain self-sufficiency


Workforce Development Agency


Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services     

75 Race Street                      P.O. Box 191

Middleport, OH 45760         

1-800-2608
740-992-2117
www.meigsdjfs.net

Provides assistance if emergency situation threatens employment



ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
      

Meigs County Health Department

112 East Memorial Drive Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626

  • Sewage disposal system installation permits and inspections
  • Water well construction permits and inspections
  • Water sample analysis
  • Solid and infectious waste facility inspections
  • Animal bite investigations
  • School inspections
  • Nuisance complaint investigations
  • Indoor air quality issues
  • Licensing and inspections for campground, manufactured home park and public swimming pools




FAITH-BASED COMMUNITY NURSING
           


Meigs Cooperative Parish
          
Mulberry Community Center           

260 Mulberry Avenue           

P.O. Box 171

Pomeroy, OH 45769           

(740) 992-7400 or 9919



FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE


Ohio Medicaid Application Assistance for Children and Families

Meigs County Health Department

112 East Memorial Drive Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626Provides Medicaid application form for women and children and offers assistance in completing the application process.


Rural Empowerment Achievement Program
IDA (Individual Development Account)
Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency   
      
1369 Powell Street  
Middleport, OH 45760         

(740) 992-6629 Ext. 22

Savings account for low income families looking into buying a home, furthering education, or starting a small business. Participants will receive a matching deposit each time they make a deposit into the savings account..
        



FOOD SERVICE
     

Meigs County Health Department

112 East Memorial Drive Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626Food service licensing and inspectionsRetail food establishment licensing and inspections



GENEALOGY


Meigs County Health Department

112 East Memorial Drive Suite A
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6626
Provides birth and death certificates for Meigs County’s residents from the year 1909 to present. Also assists with other genealogy issues.



PREGNANCY ASSISTANCE
AND SUPPORT (NON-MEDICAL)

Healthy Start (medical card for health care)

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services  

75 Race Street                      P.O. Box 191

Middleport, OH 45760         

1-800-992-2608
740-992-2117
www.meigsdjfs.net

Eligibility based on 150% of poverty. Can be in addition to present insurance coverage.


Pregnancy Resource Center

43A South Court Street
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 592-4700
Pregnancy testing, ultrasound referral, education, sexual integrity workshops, community resources
Free of charge



MANAGED MEDICAID


Care Source

1-800-488-0134

Molina
1-800-642-4168

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services
740-992-2117 or 1-800-992-2608

Unison

1-800-605-3040



YOUTH EMPLOYMENT
    

Summer Youth Project of Meigs County        
Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Rout 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
(740) 992-6629

Youth employment program that operates each year from June through August. Participants must be between the ages of 14-18 yrs. old still attending high school and meet income guidelines.



University of Rio Grande – Youth Employment Services (
Y.E.S. Program via Crossroads)           
150 Mill Street          

Middleport, OH 45760         

740-992-0000          

For Meigs County residents ages 19-22 yrs.
Offers support and training to strive for goals of self sufficiency and independence.
Free of charge



WORK DEVELOP SKILLS          

University of Rio Grande Crossroads Program
        
150 Mill Street          
Middleport, OH 45760         

740-992-0010           or 7004          

Life skills and job search skills for Meigs County residents of all ages 
Free of charge.



CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT

Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

175 Race Street
Middleport, OH 45760
992-5031

 



COMMUNITY CENTERS


Mulberry Community Center

260 Mulberry Avenue
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-9919

Portland Community Center
P.O. Box 84
Portland, OH 45770
740-843-5480

Rutland Civic Center

Main Street
Rutland, OH 45775
Call for information Mon-Fri from
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM    

Syracuse Community Center

Seventh Street
Syracuse, OH 45779
Call
740-992-5995 for more info



COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICES


OSU Extension Meigs

P.O. Box 32
Courthouse Annex/East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-6696

 

 


DEATH AND BEREAVEMENT
Holzer Hospice

115 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-7463

 



ELDERLY SERVICES


Holzer Senior Outreach

1-800-920-8860

Meigs County Council on Aging
112 East Memorial Drive
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-2161

Substance Abuse
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Alcoholics Anonymous

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Meets Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at
7:00 PM
740-992-5898


ALA NON
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Meets Thursday at
7:00 PM
For family and friends of alcoholics
740-992-5898


Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare, Athens Campus Ohio Department of Mental Health

100 Hospital Dr.
Athens, OH 45701
(740)
594-5000
State inpatient (18 yrs. of age and older) psychiatric facility for mentally ill and/or substance abuse clients.
Must be referred by local community mental health agency
. 
Private pay (no sliding fee scale) or Medicaid
www.ohioabh.org


Gallia, Jackson, Meigs Board of Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health
Services
414 Second Avenue
Gallipolis, OH 45631
Comprehensive mental health, drug and alcohol services
(740)
446-3022


Health Recovery Services

138 N. 2nd Avenue
Middleport, OH 45760
(740)
992-5277
Drug and alcohol counseling service. Outpatient.  Self referrals and others.
Accepts most insurances and Medicaid. Sliding fee scale for those without assistance.

TASC (Treatment Alternatives to Street Crimes)

113 East Memorial Drive 
Suite B
P.O. Box 307Pomeroy, OH 45769
(740)
992-3965
Counseling and case management of drug and/or alcohol abuse problems for ages 12 yrs and older


Meigs County Community Drug Coalition

Contact: Fenton Taylor @
740-992-3300Parents, neighbors, concerned citizens, law enforcement, service providers, and others who share a concern about Meigs County Youth and how to promote a drug free community.

Transportation
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American Cancer Society Patient Navigator Program
                                
1-888-
ACS-OHIO
740-566-4538
Assists with transportation for cancer-related appointments and consults


Community Cab Company

740-992-6471


Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency Medical Transportation Program      

Gallia-Meigs Community Action Agency
8010 North State Route 7
Cheshire, OH 45620
740-992-6629 or 740-367-7341

Provides transportation for medical appointments for those approved by the Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services


Meigs County Council on Aging, Inc.

112 East Memorial Drive
P.O. Box722
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-2161
Services primarily for residents 60 yrs. and older


Meigs County Department of Job and Family Services

175 Race Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
1-800-992-2608
740-992-2117
www.meigsdjfs.net
   


Meigs County Rotary Club

Cancer Transportation Services (limited basis)
c/o Father Walter Heinz
Sacred Heart Parish
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-5898



Clothing


Heart and Helping Hands
% Jill Holter
Township Road 111 (Holter Road)
Longbottom, OH 45743
Wednesday only 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
740-949-2603
 


Education


ADULTS/COLLEGE EDUCATION

Adult Basic and Literacy Education  (
ABLE)
Athens-Meigs Educational Service Center
320 ½ E. Main St.
Pomeroy, OH 456769
(740) 992-3883
GED preparation and testing
Free of charge

For information contact one of three Meigs County sites:            
       
1. Bradbury Center (former school building)           
39105 Bradbury Road           
Middleport, OH 45760           
Monday through Wednesday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM           
Monday through Wednesday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM           
740-992-6930

        
2. Middleport Center           
Middleport Public Library (basement)           
178 S. Third Avenue           
Middleport, OH 45760           
Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM           
740-992-5808


3. Tuppers Plains Center   (former Tuppers Plains Elementary)           
50008 State Route 681           
Reedsville, OH 45772           
Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM           
740-667-0441

Victims Assistance
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Serenity House

Meigs County Phone
1-800-942-9577
Serves victims of domestic violence 24/7

                                                                                               

 

Community Assault Prevention Services
19 Harding Avenue
P. O. Box 207
Jackson, OH 45640
1-800-809-6111 or
740-286-6611
Fax:    
740-288-1028
E-mail:              caps@bright.net
Serving Meigs County victims of domestic violence.
Shelter available for victims.