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Franklin County Reentry Advisory Board (FC-RAB)

Provides resources for those transitioning from correctional and rehabilitative institutions back into the community. The website has information on document/identification assistance, job opportunities, public assistance benefits, mental health and addiction programs, clothing assistance, housing/shelter and more. Franklin County First Step provides in-person help the first Friday of every month to help fill in gaps for restored citizens. Visit to get help with record expungement, intakes and appointments for services, and access to additional resources.
FC-RAB Office: 373 South High Street, 25th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 525-5577
reentry.franklincountyohio.gov
Franklin County First Step: 1111 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
reentry.franklincountyohio.gov/Community-Information/Franklin-County-First-Step

Huckleberry House

Serves: At-Risk Youth, Teens, and Young Adults
Helps Central Ohio youth ages 12-24 who are dealing with issues like family conflict, violence, poverty, and homelessness. Programs include:

  • Teen Crisis Program & Shelter: Provides emergency shelter as a safe alternative to the streets for young people ages 12-17. Crisis stabilization and counseling services are provided during your stay.
    24-Hour Crisis Hotline: (614) 294-5553 or Text SAFE and your location to 4HELP (44357)
  • Housing/Transitional Living Program: Provides safe housing for individuals ages 17-21 for 12-18 months. The program includes building independent living skills, mental health support, education and employment counseling, parenting support, and help finding permanent housing. They also provide fully furnished apartments for young survivors of domestic violence through who are referred from partner organizations.
    (614) 826-3630
  • Youth Outreach Program (YOP)/YOP Shop: Serves ages 12-24 with access to food, health, and hygiene items, support with school or finding a job, help with transportation, help obtaining documents such as ID or birth certificate, guidance with life skills, and connections to community resources.
    2216 Bancroft Street, Columbus, Ohio 43219
    (614) 826-3630
  • The Counseling Center: Provides individual or family counseling from licensed mental health therapists to help navigate family conflict, difficult emotions, life transitions, gender identity, relationships, and more. They accept Medicaid, most insurance plans, and self-pay.
    (614) 298-4131

Main Campus: 1421 Hamlet Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
huckhouse.org

Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles ID R Kids

Ohio ID Cards are available for residents with no minimum age requirement. They are used for identification purposes only in case a child is reported missing or another emergency. Parents of children who have an Ohio ID card can add their contact information to their child’s record. Fees are waived for children under age 17 and individuals with a permanent disability. Visit a deputy registrar location with required documents to apply for a card.
(844) 644-6268
Ohio ID Card Information: bmv.ohio.gov/dl-id-card.aspx
Find a location near you: publicsafety.ohio.gov/local-office

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