Physical Health Resources

In this section, find out about:
● Healthy Weight & Eating Right
● Smart Places to Find Health Information
● Help for Children in the Hospital
● Growing Up with Health Problems
● Quit Smoking Programs
● Allergies
● Asthma
● Diabetes
● Kids with Cancer
● Dog Bites & Pests
● Joining a Research Study
● Shots & Vaccines

● HEALTHY WEIGHT & EATING RIGHT ●
10TV Commit to Be Fit
Stay educated about fitness and staying healthy, and search for local events and stories of interest. Kids can sign up for the Kid's Club to get emails about staying fit and also find health and fitness events that are happening in central Ohio. They can also make an online fitness plan and check their progress.
770 Twin Rivers Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 460-3700
- www.10tv.com
Active.com
Visit their website to register online for races, team sports and recreational activities. Users can interact with others who have similar interests and find out about fitness and nutrition. From 5K runs and marathons to cycling races, triathlons, baseball leagues, soccer camps, football tournaments, cheerleading clinics and more, the website allows people to search by sport and by location for local events of interest.
(877) 228-4881
- www.active.com
Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus
Serves youth ages 6 to 18 from all over Columbus. For $5 per year, the club offers a wide range of activities, exercise opportunities and healthy eating classes. They have summer programs available as well. Scholarships are available for families who cannot afford to pay.
  • Milo-Grogan Clubhouse
    1012 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
    (614) 294-4366
  • Westside Clubhouse
    115 South Gift Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    (614) 221-8830
- www.bgccolumbus.org
Center for Latin Hope (Centro Esperanza Latina)
Their Healthy Latinos program includes nutrition and cooking classes offered by a nutrition educator from the OSU Human Nutrition Department. The program also includes fitness classes, childcare, snacks, monthly family events and activities. All classes are free.
2300 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 358-3584
- www.centerforlatinhope.org
Children's Hunger Alliance CATCH Physical Fitness Program
Provides physical activity for elementary and middle school aged children at many after school programs throughout central Ohio. The 12-week program is offered at many sites, including churches, community centers and schools for children from families with a low income. Parents can find out more by talking to the staff of their child's after school program.
370 South Fifth Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(800) 227-6446 or (614) 341-7700
- www.childrenshungeralliance.org
Circuit Wellness
Offers family friendly fitness and nutrition programs. Kids can earn rewards for tracking their eating habits. They also offer "exergames," where kids can have fun and play video games while they are exercising. Go online to find discounts and coupons. Patients who have a prescription from their physician can get discounts as well.
6754 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43231
(614) 901-2348 or (888) 482-2348
- www.circuitwellness.com
Columbus Neighborhood Walking Maps
The Columbus Public Health Healthy Places Program has provided walking maps for neighborhoods throughout the city to add more physical activity to everyday life.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-5318
- http://publichealth.columbus.gov
Columbus Public Health Healthy Children, Healthy Weights
Dietitians provide free classes on how to modify children’s menus, daily routines, and environments to improve nutrition and increase physical activity. The program is geared toward parents and child care providers of children from birth to kindergarten. Their website also has information about ways to stay active, healthy drinks for kids and more.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-7520
- http://publichealth.columbus.gov
Columbus Recreation & Parks Department
Recreation centers offer fitness, sports and exercise opportunities for kids throughout Columbus. Go online to find the location nearest you.
1111 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 645-3334
- http://parks.columbus.gov
Community Gardening: Growing to Green Program
Community gardens improve the quality of life for people by adding beauty to a neighborhood and giving community members a way to improve physical activity and eat fresh fruits and vegetables. Gardeners can eat and share the food they grow or sell it at community markets. The Franklin Park Conservatory Growing to Green Program has more information about some of these community gardens in central Ohio.
1777 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 645-5952
- www.fpconservatory.org
Consider Biking
Offers information about local biking events and trails, and promotes bicycling in central Ohio.
4041 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43214
(614) 447-8894
- www.considerbiking.org
Eat Better Do Better
Offers healthy eating tips for kids and information about Ohio's school breakfast, lunch and after school food programs.
370 South Fifth Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(800) 227-6446 or (614) 341-7700
- www.eatbetterdobetter.org
Farmers' Markets in Central Ohio
Farmers' markets increase access to fresh fruits and vegetables in city neighborhoods and offer healthy locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. Click below for a list of markets throughout town. Many of them accept not only cash and credit card, but also WIC coupons and the Ohio Direction Card (food stamps).
240 Parsons Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-4798
- http://publichealth.columbus.gov
Follow Me
Provides free local events and activities. Their fit club is a club that gives kids an incentive to being active through a bracelet they wear. For every 60 minutes of activity, kids will receive 60 points that can be used to redeem prizes. They also offer an extensive selection of information online to help families be healthy, including a blog, a resource section, a facebook fan page, recipes and more.
(614) 216-9900
- http://followmekids.org
Get Active Columbus
This website was recently started by the city of Columbus as a way for youth and families in Columbus to get people moving, eat well and live healthier lives. The website has free and low cost opportunities for families to live an active lifestyle.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-7417
- http://getactivecolumbus.com
Girls on the Run
Educates and prepare girls in 3rd through 8th grade for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Girls on the Run combines training for a running event with lessons that inspire girls to become independent thinkers, enhance their problem solving skills and make healthy decisions.
PO Box 21152, Columbus, Ohio 43221
(800) 901-9965
- www.girlsontherunfranklincounty.org
Go Trybe
Offers an online community dedicated to the health and wellness of youth. Their mission is to change some of the normal screen time into activity and health education, developed by a team of nutritionists, physical education teachers and trainers. The website rewards kids for completing daily exercise routines, and kids can enter online competitions.
PO Box 1853, Johnson City, Tennessee 37604
(423) 926-1583
- www.gotrybe.com
In My Backyard Health & Wellness Program
Provides free physical fitness, healthy cooking, gardening and health education programs during the summer months on the near east side, open to the general public. From yoga to African drums, people can participate in activities tailored to their level of fitness on Saturday mornings during the summer.
1582 East Long Street, Columbus Ohio 43203
(614) 645-7335
- www.inmybackyardhope.com
Kids Health
Offers online nutrition and fitness information for parents on a variety of topics.
10140 Centurion Parkway, Jacksonville, Florida 32256
(904) 697-4100
- http://kidshealth.org
Lifestyle Family Fitness
Offers free gym memberships for teens in the summer at several locations throughout Columbus.
5929 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43213
(866) 533-2222
- www.lff.com
Metro Parks
Represents 16 natural area parks with more than 200 miles of trails in central Ohio. Go online to find the location nearest you and find out about upcoming programs and events.
1069 West Main Street, Westerville, Ohio 43081
(614) 891-0700
- www.metroparks.net
Nationwide Children's Hospital Center for Healthy Weight & Nutrition
Offers families a comprehensive approach to weight management. Their website has helpful information and resources for families and providers. Go online to learn more about investigational studies, bariatric surgery, the BMI calculator and how to schedule appointments with their staff of dieticians, physicians and recreational therapists. The New U program is a weight management program for children ages 5 and older and is offered at several locations. Contact the Center for Healthy Weight & Nutrition for more information about the cost and insurance coverage.
  • Nationwide Children's Hospital
    555 South 18th Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
  • Franklin Park Indoor Adventure Center
    584 County Line Road West, Westerville, Ohio 43082
  • Nationwide Children's Hospital Westerville Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center
    1747 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 722-4824
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Nationwide Children's Hospital Happy Healthy Preschoolers
A free program for parents of children ages 1 to 6 to learn about choosing healthy foods for their children and ways to keep them active. One-hour sessions are taught by community volunteers once per week for 6 weeks. Visit their website for a list of program dates and locations throughout Columbus.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-3502
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Nationwide Children's Hospital Health E-Hints
Health e-Hints is a free, unique e-newsletter written by pediatric specialists and customized to meet the health and safety needs of your family. When you enter the ages of your own children, you'll only get the articles that are relevant to your family. The newsletter is completely customized just for you! Click below to sign up.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-2000
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Health Information Library
Find age appropriate and medically reviewed health articles, breaking news, games, quizzes, health movies and much more for parents, kids and teens.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-2000
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Ohio Action for Healthy Kids
Go online to find programs in Franklin County for help in choosing the right foods, getting good medical advice, finding physical activity programs that address weight loss and more. Parents can search by zip code or category.
370 South Fifth Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(800) 227-6446 or (614) 341-7700
- www.ohioactionforhealthykids.org
OSU Extension
Click to read about the Family Nutrition Program, which is a free nutrition education program serving adults in Ohio with a low income. The program exists throughout Ohio. Click to locate an office in your area.
2105 South Hamilton Road, Columbus, Ohio 43232
Franklin County: (614) 866-6900
- http://extension.osu.edu/topics/health
Ounce of Prevention
The online handouts have a lot of useful nutritional information for parents of children from infancy through age 6.
246 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
614) 722-4824 or (614) 644-7035
- www.healthyohioprogram.org
Snackwise
Developed by Nationwide Children's Hospital to help people make healthier snack choices, people can simply type information from a nutrition facts label into the free online calculator, and Snackwise rates the snack. This helps kids can get the nutrition they need. Click below to use the free calculator.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-2861
- www.snackwise.org
Those Picked Last
Offers conferences and workshops for the community centered around childhood and adolescent obesity for parents, physicians, educators and businesses.
54 Woodland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203
(614) 253-2610
- www.thosepickedlast.org
Walk With a Doc
This free program is offered at several locations throughout Columbus on Saturday mornings to encourage healthy physical activity in people of all ages. Families and children can join a doctor and other people looking to improve their health at these free Walk With a Doc events each week. Walking offers many health benefits. Go online to find more information and program sites.
(614) 714-0407
contact@walkwithadoc.org
- www.walkwithadoc.org
We Can!
This national resource for parents and kids ages 8 to 13 helps kids stay at a healthy weight by encouraging healthy eating and increased physical activity.
PO Box 30105, Bethesda, Maryland 20824
(301) 592-8573
- www.nhlbi.nih.gov
YMCA Adult Diabetes Prevention Program
Eating healthier, increasing physical activity and losing a small amount of weight, a person with pre-diabetes can prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. In a classroom setting, a trained lifestyle coach helps participants change their lifestyle by learning about healthy eating, physical activity and other behavior changes over the course of 16 one-hour sessions. To qualify, people must be 18 or older, be overweight, and be at high risk for developing diabetes. The cost is free for fully-insured United Health Care (UHC) insurance members, and about $200 to $250 for others.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
YMCA Information: (614) 224-1131
UHC Members: (800) 237-4942
- www.ymcacolumbus.org
YMCA People Helping People Scholarship Program
Provides a helping hand to youth, adults and families based on individual needs and circumstances. All YMCA members receive the same membership benefits, regardless of whether or not they are receiving a scholarship. Scholarships and discounts are available for 6-month periods. Go online to apply.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-1131
- www.ymcacolumbus.org
YMCA Strong Well Fit Program
Strong Well Fit is a free 10-week program that helps youth ages 8 to 16 and their parents make lifestyle changes to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight. They meet two evenings per week for an hour. Children must have a BMI more than the 85th percentile to qualify (click to learn your BMI), and parents need to be involved as well. Participants do not need to be YMCA members to qualify. Call or go online for more information.
  • Garver YMCA: 6767 Refugee Road, Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
    (614) 834-9622
  • North YMCA: 1640 Sandalwood Place, Columbus, Ohio 43229
    (614) 885-6244
  • Eldon & Elsie Ward YMCA: 130 Woodland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203
    (614) 252-3166
 - www.ymcacolumbus.org
YMCA Y-Kids are Fit
Allows kids to participate in physical activity and learn about fitness and nutrition at the same time. This program is offered at about 60 sites throughout Franklin, Delaware, Fairfield and Pickaway counties, including schools and after care sites. Parents can find out about programs by asking their after school sites about Y-Kids are Fit.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-1131
- http://ymcacolumbus.org
More Nutrition Help
Click below to find more nutrition resources in the food and nutrition section of CAP4Kids.
- Go to CAP4Kds Food & Nutrition Page
● SMART PLACES TO FIND HEALTH INFORMATION ●
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Kids Doc Symptom Checker
On this website, parents can search by a child’s symptoms and read information or receive advice about what steps to take.
141 Northwest Point Boulevard, Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007
(847) 434-4000
- www.healthychildren.org
Health Information Websites
The websites below offer a lot of health information. Many of them provide brochures and information about health topics, diseases, prevention and treatment.
American Academy of Pediatrics
Girls Health
Health Finder
Kids Click
Kids Health for Parents
Kids Health for Teens
Mayo Clinic
Medicine Net Medical Dictionary
Medline Plus Health Information
Medline Plus Medical Dictionary
Merck Manual
Onco Link for Cancer Information
Top 100 Health Websites by CAPHIS
Understanding Genetic Conditions
Nationwide Children's Hospital Health E-Hints
Health e-Hints is a free, unique e-newsletter written by pediatric specialists and customized to meet the health and safety needs of your family. When you enter the ages of your own children, you'll only get the articles that are relevant to your family. The newsletter is completely customized just for you! Click below to sign up.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-2000
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Health Information Library
Find age appropriate and medically reviewed health articles, breaking news, games, quizzes, health movies and much more for parents, kids and teens.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-2000
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Nationwide Children's Hospital Helping Hands
Nationwide Children's Hospital offers handouts for parents on a wide variety of topics such as flu, colic, when to stay home due to illness, ADHD and more.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-2000
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
More Safety Information
Click below to find out information about internet safety, childcare safety, car seats and more in the safety section of CAP4Kids.
- Go to CAP4Kids Safety Section
● HELP FOR CHILDREN IN
THE HOSPITAL ●
Nationwide Children's Hospital Family Resource Center
Offers several services for families at Nationwide Children’s Hospital during their visit, including educational programs, a library and resource center, lounge, kitchen, laundry room, shower, breastfeeding room with breast pump, fitness area and lockers. Visit their website to find out more about their programs.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-2252
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Ronald McDonald House
Provides a home-away-from-home for families who have hospitalized children at Nationwide Children's Hospital. A small donation is requested, but no family is ever turned away because of their inability to pay.
711 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 227-3700
- www.rmhc-centralohio.org
● GROWING UP WITH HEALTH PROBLEMS ●
Bandaides & Blackboards
This website was created with the help of lots of kids with all sorts of medical conditions to help people understand what it's like to grow up with medical problems, from the perspective of the children and teens. They offer information and tips that kids, teens and adults can use at school.
250 Bedford Park Boulevard, Bronx, New York 10468
(718) 960-8000
- www.lehman.edu
Starbright World
A virtual hangout where teens ages 13 to 20 who have serious medical conditions (and their siblings) can connect with others going through similar situations through chat rooms, games, bulletin boards, videos and more.
5757 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90036
(310) 479-1212
- www.starbrightworld.org
More Help for Kids with Special Needs
Click below to go to the special needs page of CAP4Kids, which has information about fun and recreation, educational resources, parenting, autism and more.
- Go to CAP4Kids Special Needs Page
● QUIT SMOKING PROGRAMS ●
Nationwide Children's Hospital Not On Tobacco Program
Free quit-smoking program for teens 13 to 19 years of age. Cash may be provided for travel costs.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-3445
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Nicotine Anonymous
A 12-step program offering support to those who want to quit cigarettes and other forms of tobacco. People can go online to search for local meetings in their community, in the form of group meetings and even meetings over the telephone or on the internet. Call toll-free for more information.
1598 Ashland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(877) 879-6422
- www.nicotine-anonymous.org
Ohio Quit Line
Free counseling over the telephone is offered to all Ohio residents interested in quitting smoking. Callers receive guidance and may receive free nicotine patches. They are referred to local resources in the community.
246 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(800) QUIT-NOW or (800) 784-8669
- www.healthyohioprogram.org
Quit Net
Developed by Boston University, Quit Net offers free 24-hour online support and help for people trying to quit smoking. Smokers receive help from "quit buddies" and online forums of support. They also maintain the largest database of local quit smoking programs.
701 Cool Springs Boulevard, Franklin, Tennessee 37067
(800) 327-3822
- www.quitnet.com
Smokefree Teen
The National Cancer Institute designed this website to help teens take control of their health. Smokefree TXT is a free mobile service designed to provide 24/7 encouragement, advice, and tips to help teens stop smoking for good.
- http://teen.smokefree.gov
Tobacco Free Collaborative
Click below for a very helpful list of community programs available to help people quit smoking.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-6055
- http://publichealth.columbus.gov
● ALLERGIES ●
Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN)
Provides information and support to parents who have children with food allergies. They provide food allergy action plans in many languages, local contact information for support groups across the country, lunch tips and specific information about many kinds of allergies.
11781 Lee Jackson Highway, Fairfax, Virginia 22033
(800) 929-4040
- www.foodallergy.org
Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) Kids
Provides online games and stories for kids to learn about food allergies.
11781 Lee Jackson Highway, Fairfax, Virginia 22033
(800) 929-4040
- www.faankids.org
Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) Teen
Teens are the highest risk group for fatal anaphylactic reactions. They provide accurate and clear information about food allergies for teens and young adults. They also have personal stories and advice for teens, and teens can sign up for their free monthly newsletter.
11781 Lee Jackson Highway, Fairfax, Virginia 22033
(800) 929-4040
- www.faanteen.org
Nationwide Children's Hospital Allergy & Asthma Clinic
Offers diagnosis and treatment of allergic diseases for patients from birth through age 21. The clinic’s expansive range of services includes allergy consultations, allergy shots, comprehensive asthma management plans, skin testing and more.
555 South 18th Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-5500
- www.nationwidechildrens.org/allergy-asthma
● ASTHMA ●
Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA)
From diagnosis to control, from diapers to college, AANMA provides families with practical resources they can use at home and in the medical care settings. Every day, patients and families call AANMA looking for answers to allergy and asthma questions. Their toll-free hotline is staffed by a nurse educator.
8201 Greensboro Drive, McLean, Virginia 22102
(800) 878-4403
- www.aanma.org
Breathing Association Asthma Management Services
Provides free in-home asthma education for children age 6 and older and adults with a low to moderate income (200% of the poverty level) who cannot afford health care or have limited health insurance coverage. They help families with getting medical supplies, weight management counseling, affording prescriptions, quitting smoking and paying for utilities. Patients qualify for services by being screened by the Breathing Association's Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
1520 Old Henderson Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
(614) 437-1526 or (614) 457-2997
- www.breathingassociation.org
Breathing Association Dirty Air Alerts
Sign up for their free dirty air alert program to receive automated phone warnings on dirty air days. This helps kids limit outdoor activities on days where air quality is poor. To sign up, email your name, address and phone number to earlyalert@breathingassociation.com.
1520 Old Henderson Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
(614) 457-4570
- www.breathingassociation.org
Columbus Public Health Healthy Homes Program
Families in Columbus and Worthington who have a child with asthma can participate in this free and confidential program. The home environment is evaluated for asthma triggers and some safety hazards, such as mold. Families may receive up to $300 worth of free supplies to help make the home more asthma friendly and safe.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-6226
- http://publichealth.columbus.gov
Consortium on Children's Asthma Camps
Coordinates the activities of asthma camps nationwide. Go online to find a local asthma camp.
490 Concordia Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota 55103
(651) 227-8014
- www.asthmacamps.org
Nationwide Children's Hospital Pulmonary Medicine
Diagnoses and manages all acute and chronic respiratory disorders and diseases in children, including asthma and cystic fibrosis.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-4766
- www.nationwidechildrens.org/pulmonary-medicine
● DIABETES ●
Activate Ohio
This free 10-week class is led by YMCA staff, registered dietitians, certified diabetes educators, nurses and health educators. The program is for diabetics 18 and older. Participants must be referred by their physician.
40 West Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 224-1137, ext. 123
- www.activateohio.com
American Diabetes Association (ADA)
This national organization provides information about diabetes and advocates for children and adults with diabetes. Their information specialists can provide general information about diabetes and its management. They have a local chapter in Columbus as well.
471 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(800) 342-2383 or (614) 436-1917
- www.diabetes.org
Central Ohio Diabetes Association (CODA)
Provides many excellent resources for children and adults with diabetes, including free screenings at their office on Tuesdays (no appointment required), free screenings at locations throughout Columbus (call for locations), low-cost classes and counseling sessions with nurses and dietitians, overnight and day camps for kids, depressions screenings and more. No one is denied services because of their inability to pay.
1100 Dennison Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 884-4400 or (800) 422-7946
- www.diabetesohio.org
Children with Diabetes Family Support Network
This is a helpful internet resource for parents of children with diabetes. Parents can connect with other parents, people with diabetes, and medical professionals for answers to their questions. The website provides a lot of information about school issues, local diabetes events and conferences, scholarship programs for kids with diabetes, camps for kids with diabetes, local support groups and more.
8216 Princeton-Glendale Road, West Chester, Ohio 45069
- www.childrenwithdiabetes.com
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Kids Online
This website helps kids deal with diabetes day-to-day. They answer questions about diabetes, help kids cope with school issues, and provide pen pals and contests for kids.
120 Wall Street, New York, New York 10005
(800) 533-2873
- http://kids.jdrf.org
National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)
Their website offers a lot of information about diabetes in English and Spanish, and lists steps to help control a person's diabetes and live a long, active life.
31 Center Drive, Bethesda, Maryland 20892
(301) 496-3583
- www.ndep.nih.gov
Nationwide Children's Hospital Diabetes Clinic
Offers care for children and teens with diabetes and other endocrine problems at several locations throughout Columbus. They also offer support services for patients and families as well.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-4425
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
● KIDS WITH CANCER ●
A Kid Again
With chapters throughout Ohio, A Kid Again provides free fun adventures, hospital visitations and parents' nights out for families with children who have serious medical illnesses.
777G Dearborn Park Lane, Columbus, Ohio 43085
(800) 543-9735 or (614) 797-9500
- www.akidagain.org
Cure Search
Offers a lot of parent and family information about childhood cancer. Parents can search for information, organized by cancer type, age group and stage of treatment.
4600 East West Highway, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
(800) 458-6223
- www.curesearch.org
Kids 'N Kamp
Offers a range of programs and services free of charge for children, teens and young adults throughout Ohio. Many of these children are undergoing treatment for their cancer, but members also include children in remission from cancer who offer hope and encouragement to newly diagnosed children. They provide free family activities, tutoring, counseling and support opportunities.
3440 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43202
(614) 262-2220
- www.kidsnkamp.org
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The central Ohio chapter of this national organization has information about local events and support groups.
2225 Citygate Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43219
(800) 686-CURE or (614) 476-7194
- www.leukemia-lymphoma.org
Livestrong
Provides free, confidential, one-on-one support to anyone affected by cancer, including not only people with cancer but also loved ones, friends, health care professionals and caregivers of someone diagnosed. Call the hotline for free information about financial help for those with cancer, finding a support group, employment issues and more.
2201 East Sixth Street, Austin, Texas 78702
Toll-free: (866) 673-7205
- www.livestrong.org
Nationwide Children's Hospital Cancer Clinic
As a National Institute of Health (NIH) designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, they provide diagnosis, treatment and long-term management for pediatric and adolescent patients with any type of cancer.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-6200
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
Nationwide Children's Hospital Sibling Support Program
Sponsored by the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation, the free 12-week sibling support program helps siblings participate in the diagnosis and treatment of their brother or sister with cancer.
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 722-2000
- www.nationwidechildrens.org
More Help for Kids with Special Needs
Click below to find more resources for kids and families with special needs, including transportation, recreation, legal rights, respite services and more.
- Go to CAP4Kids Special Needs Page
● DOG BITES & PESTS ●
Bedbug Information
Columbus Public Health and the Central Ohio Bed Bug Task Force have information online about bed bugs, including how to spot them and how to get help. They also have information for people living in apartments. Call Hands On for more information.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Hands On Central Ohio: 2-1-1 or (614) 221-6766
- http://publichealth.columbus.gov
Dog Bite Reporting & Rabies Vaccines
If you are bitten by a dog, report it to the appropriate health department listed below.
  • In Columbus and Worthington:
    Columbus Public Health
    240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    (614) 645-6134
    http://publichealth.columbus.gov
  • Other areas of Franklin County:
    Franklin County Public Health
    280 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    (614) 525-3160
    www.myfcph.org
Go online to find information about rabies vaccination clinics as well. Call your doctor for information about treatment. Report stray animals to the Franklin County Department of Animal Control at (614) 525-3400.
Ohio Legal Rights Service (OLRS) Bedbug Information
Provides up-to-date information about bed bugs in the local community.
50 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 466-7264 or (800) 282-9181
- www.olrs.ohio.gov/bed-bugs
● JOINING A RESEARCH STUDY ●
Research Match
Volunteers and patients can go onto this free website to enroll in research trials and studies going on at Nationwide Children's Hospital and other hospitals nationwide.
6701 Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda, Maryland 20892
(301) 435-0888
- www.researchmatch.org
● SHOTS & VACCINES ●
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Parent Immunization Website
Provides information about shot schedules, vaccine safety, preparing children for their shots, international travel and more.
141 Point Boulevard, Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007
(847) 434-4000
- www.aap.org/immunization
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Parent Immunization Information
Provides parent information about infant, child and teen shot schedules, how vaccines prevent diseases, why kids should get shots and possible side-effects from vaccines.
1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30333
Toll-free: (800) CDC-INFO or (800) 232-4636
- www.cdc.gov
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Vaccine Education Center
Provides up-to-date and reliable information about vaccines for parents and healthcare professionals.
34th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104
(215) 590-1000
- www.chop.edu
Immunization Action Coalition (IAC)
Offer comprehensive immunization information for health care professionals and the public, including parent handouts about thimerosal, common vaccine questions and more.
1573 Selby Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota 55104
(651) 647-9009
www.immunize.org (for Health Care Professionals)
www.vaccineinformation.org (for Parents & Families)
Kids Health Frequently Asked Questions about Immunizations
Find out answers to common questions about shots.
1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, Delaware 19803
(302) 651-4000
- http://kidshealth.org
Vaccination Clinics
Click below to find out more about vaccine and immunization clinics in the health insurance section of CAP4Kids.
- Go to CAP4Kids Health Page
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