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Respite / Residential Care for Kids with Autism

Ability Matters

Serves: Students ages 3-21, individuals, and families. 
Supports individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities. Services include intervention training and support, customized and individualized learning options through the Ohio Autism Scholarship Program, and independent supportive living. The Beyond Ability Matters program provides housing, educational experiences like preparing for a job interview, and community outings. Services are offered by trained and experienced care providers.
425 Metro Place North, Dublin, Ohio 43017
(614) 956-1229
abilitymattersohio.com

Akron Rotary Camp for Children with Disabilities

Offers programs for campers with disabilities in Akron, Ohio. Programs include summer adventure camps for ages 6-17, summer day camps for ages 6-12, and adult camps for ages 18+. Respite programs include school day out for ages 6-12, year-round respite weekends for ages 6-17, and adult weekend retreats throughout the year. Costs vary by program and scholarships may be available.
4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, Ohio 44319
(330) 644-4512
gotcamp.org/akron-rotary-camp

Alpha Group

Provides vocational training for individuals with a variety of disabilities. Services include soft skills development, assistance with all stages of the job application process, and direct skills training on the worksite. They offer an Integrated Adult Day program, Supportive Living Services, and Transportation Services. Services vary by location.

  • Delaware: 1000 Alpha Drive, Delaware, Ohio 43015
  • Westerville: 200 Hoff Road, Westerville, Ohio 43082
  • Dublin: 4333 Tuller Road, Dublin, Ohio 43017
  • Mansfield: P.O. Box 3831, Mansfield, Ohio 44907

(740) 368-5810
alphagroup.net

ARCH National Respite Network & Resource Center

A national organization helping families locate quality respite and crisis care services. The website has great information on types of respite care, planning for respite, how to get paid as a family caregiver, and more. Use the National Respite Locator to find a qualified provider near you.
(703) 256-2084
archrespite.org/respitelocator

Boundless

Serves: Children, teens, individuals, and families with ID/DD and/or behavioral health challenges.
Provides person-centered care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. They offer center and community-based behavioral health services, case management, long-term and temporary residential support, in-home and out-of-home respite services, and day programs. Healthcare services are available at Boundless Health in Worthington, Ohio. Boundless Health provides inclusive care for every age and family member, all in the same carefully-designed facility to support the unique needs of the I/DD community. Health services include behavioral health, primary care, and dentistry.

  • Boundless Health Worthington:
    445 East Dublin-Granville Road, Worthington, Ohio 43085
    (614) 844-3800
  • Newark:
    22 North First Street, Newark, Ohio 43055
    (740) 334-4056
  • West Carrollton:
    700 Liberty Lane, West Carrollton, Ohio 45449
    (937) 247-2400
    Center-Based ABA: (937) 672-1587
  • Mahoning Valley Campus of Care:
    1960 East County Line Road, Mineral Ridge, Ohio 44440
    (330) 596-1042
  • Medina:
    1065 Medina Road, Medina, Ohio 44256
    (330) 596-1042
  • Perrysburg:
    28555 Starbright Boulevard, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551
    (567) 312-4722

(800) 409-2729
iamboundless.org

Camp Nuhop

Hosts a variety of programs for individuals ages 6-29, with a focus on those living with ASD, ADHD, learning disabilities, mood disorders, and other neurodiversities. Programs include summer camps, weekend respite programs for ages 8-18, Life Skills camp for ages 18-29 to grow independent living skills, and outdoor experiential learning courses.
1077 Township Road 2916, Perrysville, Ohio 44864
(419) 938-7151
nuhop.org/camp-nuhop

Dungarvin Ohio

Serves: Children, adolescents, and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities or mental health and behavioral challenges. 
Private service provider offering in-home services, foster care for youth or adults with complex needs, day services, shared living services, and residential care. They serve the following counties in Ohio: Butler, Cuyahoga, Fairfield, Franklin, Lucas, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Portage, and Summit.
294 East Campus View Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio 43235
(614) 880-6000
dungarvin.com/locations/ohio

Easterseals Central & Southeast Ohio

Serves: Children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Provides comprehensive health services for children and adults living with disabilities. Services include early childhood education, adult day services, in-home care, referral services, and outpatient therapies. They also offer afterschool programs and summer day camps for children.
3830 Trueman Court, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
(614) 228-5523
easterseals.com/centralohio

Empower Behavioral Health & Intervention (formerly Haugland Therapy Services)

Services: Autism diagnostic assessment, ABA therapy, Occupation therapy (OT), Speech therapy, IEP services/school consultation, transition services, parent and teacher training, mental health services.
Eligibility: Diagnostic testing for children up to age 4. Therapy services for individuals Ages 2-21 with autism or developmental disabilities. Serves families in Columbus and Sandusky, Ohio.
Cost: Accepts Private insurance, Medicaid, and Autism Scholarship funds.
Main Office: 2540 Billingsley Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235
(614) 470-2018
empowercenters.com

Goodwill Columbus

Goodwill Stores sell thrift clothing, furniture, art, and more to support their job training programs. Services include 1:1 career coaching, job training courses, and job placement. They offer training for basic work readiness, Roads2Work commercial driver training, STNA and medical coding; digital skills technology classes, and CompTIA IT program. They also offer AMP for young adults 18-24 to access additional wraparound services. I/DD services for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities include access to Goodwill Columbus Art Studio, work readiness, adult day and residential services, and transportation.
671 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43206
Main Office: (614) 294-5181
Career Coaching: (614) 966-9283
goodwillcolumbus.org

Hattie Larlham Central Ohio Services

Serves: Children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Central and Northeast Ohio.
Provides a range of support, residential, medical, recreational, and educational opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Community services include adult day support services and recreational opportunities on evenings and weekends. Residential services include short-term respite care for children and adults, long-term residential care for children and adults, supported living homes for adults, and shared living/adult foster care.
Program Locations: hattielarlham.org/locations
Center for Children and Community Services: (330) 274-2272
Central Ohio Serivces: (614) 486-4361
hattielarlham.org

Milestones Autism Resources

Serves: Individuals with autism, families, and professionals
Provides trusted resources to help individuals with autism reach their unique potential. The website Resource Center provides tool kits, recommended reading, and a list of organizations that support youth and adults with autism. The Helpdesk will do the searching for you and is staffed by masters’ level social workers who can connect you to therapies, support groups, funding help, and more. The Milestone Autism Planning (MAP) tool allows you to explore life skill guidelines based on your child’s age or developmental stage. They also provide consultation and training services for professionals. Find program details and fill out their intake forms online.
4853 Galaxy Parkway, Warrensville Heights, Ohio 44128
(216) 464-7600
milestones.org

Monarch Center for Autism

Serves: Families, Students 3-21 years old with autism, Individuals 8-20 years old with autism for residential care.
Provides a comprehensive living and learning environment for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They offer Preschool for ages 3-6, Day School, High School, and Transitional Education for students ages 6-21, and Virtual Education for ages 5-21. The Monarch Boarding Academy is a residential treatment program providing 24-hour structured care and treatment to enhance social, behavioral and academic growth for residents ages 8-20.
22001 Fairmount Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio 44118
Schools & Virtual Program: (216) 320-8945
Boarding Academy: (800) 879-2522 or (216) 320-8502
monarchcenterforautism.org

Ohio Guidestone

Serves: Single Adults & Families, Youth & Teens
Provides a variety of behavioral health services for adults and families throughout Northern and Central Ohio. Services vary by location and include psychiatry, respite care, job training, care coordination, foster parent training and support, substance abuse and addiction recovery, and more. They accept Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial/private insurance.
Franklin County Location: 515 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(888) 522-9174
Services: ohioguidestone.org/services
All Locations: ohioguidestone.org/locations

PALS Chrysalis Health

Serves: Children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities
Serves individuals with developmental disabilities by building on the foundation of physical activity and life skills (PALS). They offer adult day services, residential services, educational and vocational services, and psychiatry and mental health services. Art Outside the Lines Age offers a welcome, professional art studio for adults with disabilities in Franklin County. Eligibility requirements vary depending on the service and location. Call for details.
palschrysalishealth.com

  • Belmont County: 428 Thirty-fourth Street, Bellaire, Ohio 43906
    (740) 449-3685
  • Franklin County: 5250 Strawberry Farms Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio 43230
    (614) 454-3726
  • Gallia County: 614 Silver Bridge Plaza, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631
    (740) 446-3775
  • Guernsey County: 60772 Southgate Road, Byesville, Ohio 43723
    (740) 439-5017
  • Harrison County: 82460 Cadiz-Jewett Road, Cadiz, Ohio 43907
    (740) 942-2150
  • Jefferson County: 220 East Murdock Avenue, Mingo Junction, Ohio 43938
    (740) 266-6167
  • Lawrence County: 413 Solida Road, South Point, Ohio 45680
    (740) 442-7077
  • Licking County: 585 Industrial Parkway, Heath, Ohio 43056
    (740) 249-1686

St. Vincent Family Services (SVFS)

Behavioral health intervention and treatment services for youth with emotional and behavioral challenges.
Program: Outpatient and inpatient services (home-based and school-based), telehealth, therapeutic preschools and after school programs, residential care, support for foster families, and specialized services for Hispanic/Latino children. Children with an autism diagnosis are eligible for outpatient mental health and play therapies.
Eligibility: Youth ages 3-18 years old, and their families.
Cost: Accepts Medicaid, Private/Commercial insurance, and OhioRISE.
Referral: Individuals may refer themselves or be referred by a physician or organization. Walk-in services (no appointment needed) are available.
1490 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 252-0731 or (614) 824-5437
svfc.org

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