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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Healthy Children

This website is a great source of verified health information for parents on a wide range of health topics, such as healthy living, family life, immunizations, child development, and medical conditions. They offer articles with topics including safety, disaster preparedness, fitness, school issues, dating, substance abuse, emotional wellness, psychiatric medications, grief and more. You can also use the website to find a pediatrician in your zip code. The website is produced by the American Academy of Pediatrics and all articles are written by pediatricians.
HealthyChildren.org

American Diabetes Association (ADA)

This national organization provides information and resources about diabetes, and advocates for children and adults with diabetes. Their information specialists can provide general information about diabetes and diabetes management.
2451 Crystal Drive, Arlington, Virginia 22202
(800) 342-2383
Diabetes.org

ADA Camp is held at locations across the county each summer for children living with diabetes. Campers meet others just like them while building self-confidence and gaining awareness of healthy lifestyle through education, nutrition, exercise, blood sugar management, and emotional wellbeing. Financial assistance is available to cover camp fees, and no child will ever be turned away from camp due to cost. In Ohio, ADA Camp is held at Camp Korelitz in Clarksville. Volunteers, students, and medical professionals may apply for camp staff positions.
Find a Camp: Diabetes.org/Camp
Camp Korelitz: Diabetes.org/Camp/Camp-Korelitz

Beyond Type 1 & Beyond Type 2

A global non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those impacted by diabetes. The website has a lot of information about living with diabetes, mental health resources, food tips, recipes, school resources, teen issues, traveling with diabetes and more. They offer Community Apps, private apps with online communities in English and Spanish, for those impacted by diabetes to connect with others and ask questions. The Get Insulin tool connects people who need help affording their insulin to access and affordability options. Answer a few quick questions and the tool will help you find possible access plans by insulin manufacturer, or a personalized action plan for reliable access to insulin.
Get Insulin: BeyondType1.org/Get-Insulin
Main Website: BeyondType1.org

Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF)

Provides important information and resources about living with Type 1 Diabetes. The website has articles and resource guides for children, teens, parents, and healthcare professionals. Topics include tips for the newly diagnosed, treatment options, parenting, mental health, managing costs and insurance, navigating pregnancy, and more. Visit the website to request a free Care Pack, which have been carefully curated with educational materials and comfort items for all ages. Connect with your local T1D chapter to learn about community events near you.
Central Ohio Chapter: (513) 793-3223
BreakthroughT1D.org/CentralOH
Resources in English: BreakthroughT1D.org/T1D-Resources
Recursos en Español: BreakthroughT1D.org/Es/Recursos-DT1

Children with Diabetes (CWD)

Children with Diabetes is an Ohio-based organization providing education to support families living with Type 1 diabetes. Visit the website for information on Type 1 diabetes basics, medication options, managing diabetes at school, and more. The information on the website is reviewed by medical professionals. They host educational webinars and conferences throughout the year for families and professionals. The CWD Journey Awards provide recognition of 5, 10, 25, 50, and 75 years of living with diabetes as an inspiration to the Type 1 community. Visit the website to request awards for your family or patients.
8216 Princeton-Glendale Road, West Chester, Ohio 45069
ChildrenWithDiabetes.com

Diabetes Education & Camping Association (DECA) – Find a Camp

DECA supports diabetes camp programs to enhance the lives of youth and families impacted by diabetes. These programs provide summer camp experiences for kids with diabetes to lead healthier, happier lives through diabetes management and fun. Use the website to find a camp near you.
DiabetesCamps.org/Find-A-Camp

Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition (DPAC)

Co-founded and run by people with diabetes, DPAC educates and enriches members of the diabetes community on how to be advocates for themselves and their families. The website has resources on how to advocate with policymakers on issues such as insurance and prescription costs. Visit the website to contact the organization or sign up for action alerts.
DiabetesPAC.org

Diversity in Diabetes (DiD)

Dedicated to addressing lack of diversity in diabetes care to combat healthcare inequities for individuals and communities of color. The website has helpful educational resources on understanding diabetes care. They offer a free, virtual support group once a month for insulin-dependent individuals looking for community. Use the Care Directory to find an inclusive diabetes care professional near you.
DiversityInDiabetes.org

Do It For the Love – Music Wish Grants

Supports music therapy, research, and provides live music experiences. They provide Wish Grants for people with life-threatening illnesses or children with severe challenges (such as disabilities or trauma). Family members, close friends/colleagues, or medical professionals can nominate someone for a Wish Grant. Nominations must include diagnosis confirmation. Visit the website to apply for a Wish Grant or contact the organization.
DoItForTheLove.org

Health Information Websites

The websites below offer helpful health information from reputable sources on topics such as healthy lifestyle, diseases, prevention, and treatment.

  • CDC: Find an A-Z library on health conditions, vaccines, current disease outbreaks, and prevention.
  • Healthy Children: Information on kids health and development, parenting, and more from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
  • KidsHealth and TeensHealth: Tons of important health information throughout the lifespan from Nemours.
  • Mayo Clinic: Find symptoms, treatments, and when to see a doctor for various health conditions. They also have information on clinical trials and resources for professionals.
  • MedlinePlus: Look up drugs, supplements, medical tests, and health conditions from the National Library of Medicine.
  • Nemours: Offers information on a wide range of topics from health experts for kids, teens, and parents.
  • Oncolink: Information about various types of cancer, treatments, and support from cancer experts.
  • Safe Kids Worldwide: Find safety information and toolkits on a wide range of topics including water safety, car seats, safe infant sleep, medication safety, and more. They also publish a list of recent product recalls, parent guides to safety, and safety laws for professionals.

LifeCare Alliance

Agency in Central Ohio with comprehensive health programs for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families. They operate in Franklin, Champaign, Logan, Marion, and Madison counties. Individuals can be referred by a professional or refer themselves by completing the online referral form. Programs in Franklin County include:

  • Health & Wellness Programs: Free head-to-toe cancer screenings & mammograms for anyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay; programs for kids and and adults with diabetes; travel vaccine clinic; low-cost blood pressure checks, foot care, nutrition education, and wellness classes at their community wellness centers; in-home care from visiting nurses.
    Cancer Services: (614) 263-5006
    (614) 278-3130
  • IMPACT Safety: Personal safety and violence reduction class, including emotional skills and physical self-defense. This program requires a fee but need-based scholarships are available. Community programs are offered for free several times per year in Columbus, and they offer specialized options for kids, people with disabilities, women of color, and businesses.
    (614) 437-2884
  • Senior Nutrition Programs: Serves free hot meals every day at Carrie’s Cafe for seniors 60+ years old; hosts free meals for seniors at Senior Dining Center locations; home-delivered Meals-on-Wheels for seniors or medically-challenged individuals; Senior Farmers Markets for those 60+ years old and meet income guidelines.
    (614) 437-2987
  • Project Open Hand: Free nutrition program for children or adults living with HIV/AIDS. Provides access to hot meals at Carrie’s Cafe, one-on-one nutrition counseling, home-delivered meals, and emergency meal assistance.
    (614) 437-2854

Administrative Office, Travel Vaccines & Wellness Services: 1699 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
Carrie’s Cafe & Senior Nutrition Programs: 670 Harmon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43223
(614) 278-3130
LifecareAlliance.org/Programs

LifeCare Alliance Central Ohio Diabetes Association (CODA)

Offers services for Central Ohio families managing diabetes including education and counseling, medical nutrition therapy, and wellness checks with registered nurses at their community center locations. They accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance with no direct cost to patients. They also offer free testing supplies for those needing assistance, and accept donations for supplies. Camp Hamwi offers fun, outdoor summer camp experiences for youth ages 7-17 with diabetes. Camp fees are low and scholarships are available for families who qualify based on income.
1699 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
Diabetes Services: 614-437-2912
Camp Hamwi: 614-437-2914
Locations: LifeCareAlliance.org/Programs/Wellness/Wellness-Centers
LifeCareAlliance.org/Programs/CODA

Mom’s Meals

Provides home-delivered, medically tailored meals to help people manage chronic conditions, recover from illness, or continue to live independently. Menu options include diabetes-friendly, heart-friendly, renal-friendly, halal, kosher, vegetarian, lower sodium, pureed, high protein or general wellness. Meals may be provided for free or at a discount for customers who are over 65, disabled, being discharged from a medical facility, or are on a Medicaid / Medicare Advantage plan that offers a paid meal benefit. Customers may also choose to self-pay for meals.  Mom’s Meals cannot determine eligibility for customers. You must contact your Medicaid provider of Area Agency on Aging to submit an authorization on your behalf to use benefits. Case managers may also enroll clients. Mom’s Meals also offers nutritional supplement delivery and nutritional counseling.
3210 Southeast Corporate Woods Drive, Ankeny, Iowa 50021
(877) 508-6667
MomsMeals.com/OH-Programs

Mount Carmel von Zychlin Healthy Living Center

Community health and wellness center providing free holistic health and wellness programs in an inclusive space. Programs include cooking and nutrition, diabetes prevention, exercise classes, wellness and stress management, financial education, healthy babies, and mom support groups. The Cooking Demo & Discussion Course includes a live cooking demo, sample of the recipe, meal kit, and entry for a free kitchen appliance for attendees who make the recipe at home. Go online to find healthy recipes, program descriptions, and to register for a program.
(614) 234-4660
777 West State Street, Columbus, Ohio 43222
MountCarmelHealth.com/About-Us/Community-Programs/Healthy-Living-Center

National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

NIDDK shares research findings to increase knowledge and understanding about health and disease among patients, health professionals, and the public. The website is a great source of information on diabetes and related health topics, in everyday language. Medical professionals can find helpful tools to use with patients. The website is available in English and Spanish.
NIDDK.NIH.gov/Health-Information/Diabetes

National Kidney Foundation (NKF) of Central Ohio

NKF serves those who have been diagnosed with kidney disease. They provide educational materials and resources on the website about kidney disease and related conditions, treatment options, transplantations, and up-to-date information for professionals. They also offer peer support groups, tools to find a provider near you, and help joining a research study. NFK Central Ohio also provides community education and shares knowledge of kidney disease with Columbus residents.
1491 Polaris Parkway Box 268, Columbus, Ohio, 43240
(614) 882-6184
Kidney.org/Offices/NKF-Serving-Ohio

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Education Classes

Offers a range of free and low cost classes for children, teens, adults and parents of infants and kids of all ages and abilities. Find courses on everything from parenting, babysitting, and CPR training to management of autism, ADHD, and diabetes.  Visit the website for a full list of classes. Classes are free or low-cost. Some classes offered are:

  • 1234 Parents: For parents of children 1-4 years old.
  • Active Parenting: For parents of children 5-12 years old.
  • Adoption Academy: A collaboration with Family & Youth Law Center to provide in-depth classes on foreign and domestic adoptions.
  • ADHD Academy: For parents or caregivers of children with ADD/ADHD.
  • Basic Babysitter Training Class: Ages 11+ can learn babysitting basics and receive a certificate of completion at multiple locations in the Columbus area.
  • CPR: Adult/Infant/Child CPR certification for ages 11+.
  • Sibshops: For brothers and sisters of children with autism, ages 6-12.
  • Project ECHO: For healthcare providers and parents on a wide range of topics including Autism, Behavior Management, Asthma, and more.

700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-0662
NationwideChildrens.org/Education-Classes

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Endocrinology Clinic

Provides comprehensive care from birth to 21 years old for a wide array on endocrine and hormone disorders, including disorders of growth, puberty, thyroid, adrenal gland, bone and calcium, all types of diabetes, and genetic endocrine conditions. Specialty clinics include 22q deletion syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome, Turner syndrome, Thyroid Cancer, and Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (formerly PCOS). Call to schedule an appointment.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
Endocrinology: (614) 722-4425
New Patient Scheduling: (614) 722-6200
NationwideChildrens.org/Specialties/Endocrinology

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Health Information & Helping Hands

Offers educational materials for parents and caregivers from pediatric experts. Helping Hands are easy-to-read articles on topics including health conditions, caring for medical equipment at home, behavior support, medical tests, and caring for newborns. Visit the Conditions We Treat page for even more information on health conditions A-Z and how to get treatment.
Helping Hands: NationwideChildrens.org/Helping-Hands
Conditions We Treat: NationwideChildrens.org/Conditions

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Transitional Care

Teenagers face many confusing life transitions, including transitioning from pediatric care to adult healthcare. This transition is especially important for individuals with chronic health conditions. NCH has several programs to support families with transitional care:

 

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) School-Based Health Services

Provides additional access to healthcare at your child’s school. The services provided are not meant to replace your pediatrician or family doctor. Programs include: Primary Care for ages 0-21, vaccination clinics, School-Based Asthma Therapy (SBAT), Wheelchair Clinic, Vision, Dental, Diabetes and School Health (DASH), and Mental Health counseling. They accept most private insurances, Medicaid, and financial assistance program for qualifying families. No child is turned away for inability to pay for services. Visit the website for a list of participating school locations and additional contact information.
(614) 355-2590
NationwideChildrens.org/Specialties/School-Health-Services

Oracle Health Foundation Pediatric Grants

Provides financial grants to help cover costs related to children’s healthcare needs. Grants are provided for clinical costs, equipment costs, displacement, or vehicle modification. Examples of expenses covered include lodging and transportation related to a child’s care, clinical procedures, medicine, care devices/medical equipment, and assistive equipment. The grant recipient must be 21 years of age or younger, be under the care of a physician, and have no existing insurance coverage for the requested expenses. Families may request funds once per 12 months, with a maximum of three times in a child’s lifetime. Visit the website to complete an application.
OracleHealthFoundation.org/Pediatric-Grants

Ronald McDonald House Resource Link (Formerly Red Treehouse)

Online resource directory supporting families and children with life challenges, disabilities, and healthcare needs from prenatal to age 25. The website helps families find resources such as special education, legal support, financial support for rare diseases, and more. Users can search for resources by need or medical condition.
RonaldMcDonaldHouseResourceLink.org

UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF)

Provides medical grants for families to pay for healthcare services related to a major medical condition that are not covered by their family’s insurance plan. Children must be 16 years old or younger, be a U.S. citizen, and have coverage through a commercial health plan to qualify for a grant. Families must meet income eligibility requirements. Applications must be submitted on a computer, not phone or tablet. Visit the website for a full list of requirements and for application instructions.
(855) 698-4223
UHCCF.org

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