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Service Animals

4 Paws for Ability

Provides training and places task-trained service dogs with veterans, children with disabilities, or organizations. Task-trained dogs include hearing ear dogs, medical alert dogs, and more. Clients should ask about fundraising options. Find program details on their website.
253 Dayton Avenue, Xenia, Ohio 45385
(937) 374-0385
4pawsforability.org

Canine Companions

Provides service dogs to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities (including PTSD); and facility dogs to professionals working in healthcare, criminal justice and educational settings. Service dogs and follow-up services are provided free of charge to the recipient. Go online to submit an application request.
7480 New Albany-Condit Road, New Albany, Ohio 43054
(614) 699-5900
cci.org/locations/north-central

JAN (Job Accommodation Network)

Offers free, expert guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. JAN consultants offer one-on-one guidance on workplace accommodations, ADA and related legislation, and self-employment and entrepreneurship options for people with disabilities. Assistance is available both over the phone and online. Their website also has helpful information on a wide range of medical conditions with related resources and accommodations.
Voice: (800) 526-7234
TTY: (877) 781-9403
Text: (304) 216-8189
askjan.org

Miracle Flights

Provides free commercial airline tickets for children and their families traveling for specialized medical care within the United States. Families must meet financial guidelines, have a child under the age of 17 seeking medical care, and have a confirmed medical appointment scheduled at least 14 days in advance to qualify. All flyers must be able to safely board and travel on a commercial airline. Approved families may receive up to 2 round-trip flights per month during the course of treatment. They also offer flights for service dog training and retrieval. Visit the website to request an application.
(800) 359-1711
miracleflights.org

Pilot Dogs

Provides free, expertly trained service dogs for Blind individuals ages 16 and up. The Orientation & Mobility program is for Blind individuals looking to improve white cane and traveling skills. They also have many opportunities for volunteers, including Co-Pilots who volunteer to raise puppies until they are ready for advanced training. Find program details and apply for a Pilot Dog online.
625 West Town Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 221-6367
pilotdogs.org

Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) International

Professional organization credentialing equine-assisted services. Their website is a great source of information about equine therapy and standards. Families can use the website to find programs across the country based on location or medical condition. They also offer scholarships to cover the cost of equine programs. Their programs serve at risk youth, military veterans, individuals with developmental disabilities, and more. Professionals can find information on credentialing and continuing education opportunities.
PO Box 33150 Denver, Colorado 80233
(800) 369-7433
pathintl.org

WAGS 4 Kids (Working Animals Giving Service 4 Kids)

Provides mobility, autism, and psychiatric service dogs for children throughout Ohio at a discounted rate. Children must be under the age of 18 with a verified disability to apply. Selected families are asked to make a minimum financial contribution. The organization then provides the dog, specialized training, and assists with fundraising. Go online for more information and to request an application.
112 East Center Street, Berea, Ohio 44017
(216) 586-5853
wags4kids.org/our-mission