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Resources in Ohio

The Brain Injury Association of Ohio does not recommend or endorse any particular web site. Sites listed may have informative material for understanding or coping with brain injury. Using any of this material to diagnose anyone’s condition or to modify health care treatment is not a proper use of site information.

 

Ballinger TBI Clubhouse

www.ballingerclubhouse.org

The effects of brain injury to individuals and their families are devastating, many times causing deep feelings of isolation. Ballinger TBI Clubhouse allows individuals with brain injuries to stay connected and give them a sense of hope and belonging. This is accomplished through support groups, social networks, recreational, educational, and work related activities.

 

Brain Injury Association of Ohio

www.biaoh.org

The website for the Brain Injury Association of Ohio.

 

Columbus Children's Hospital - Center for Injury Research and Policy

http://www.injurycenter.org

The Center for Injury Research and Policy (CIRP) of the Columbus Children's Research Institute (CCRI) works at the local, state, national, and international levels to reduce death and disability caused by injury.

 

Columbus Children's  Hospital - Education and Training

http://www.columbuschildrens.org

This website lists educational opportunities for the community, healthcare professionals and parents, etc.

 

HansonHouse TBI Clubhouse  

www.hansontbiclubhouse.org
HansonHouse Traumatic Brain Injury Clubhouse, Berea, Ohio

The TBI (traumatic brain injury) Clubhouse is a supportive network of members and volunteers who participate in social, recreational and work-oriented programs for the purpose of using and developing practical and functional living skills.

 

 

Miracle League of Central Ohio

www.ohiomiracleleague.org
The Miracle League of Central Ohio is a baseball league created for children ages 3-21 with any type of physical and/or mental disability.  Sign-up begins in August of each year.  The facility also includes a fully handicapped accessible playground, with a raised sandbox as one of its highlights.

"Because every child deserves the chance to play ball!"

 

Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging

http://www.ohioaging.org/

The Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging (OAAAA), a nonprofit organization, is a statewide network of agencies that provide services for the elderly, as well as advocate on behalf of older Ohioans

 

Ohio Department of Aging

www.goldenbuckeye.com

The Ohio Department of Aging works closely with statewide agencies, advocates and service providers to advocate and serve older Ohioans. Learn more about the Department, Ohio's Aging Network, Area Agencies on Aging, the state's Advisory Council for Aging and how you can work for the department.

 

OHIOCARES - Ohio National Guard

http://www.ohionationalguard.com/ohiocares/

OHIOCARES is a collaboration of state and local agencies supporting the behavioral health of returning OIF/OEF veterans and their families. Although the VA is the primary source of services for veterans, this partnership identifies community based resources also available to veterans and their families.

OHIOCARES purpose is to enhance the “safety net” community of behavioral health services available for military personnel and their families and to complement the services available through the Department of Veterans Affairs and Vet Centers by linkages with county alcohol, drug and mental health boards and behavioral health care providers.

 

Ohio Department of Education, Office for Exceptional Children

The Ohio Department of Education's web site includes contact information for the Office of Exceptional Children and a list of resources for Students with Disabilities.  Also on posted on their website are the 2002 Operating Standards for Ohio's Schools Serving Children with Disabilities

 

Ohio Department of Job and Family Services

http://jfs.ohio.gov

Administers Medicaid health plans including prescription coverage: http://jfs.ohio.gov/ohp

The Medicaid Consumer Guide: http://jfs.ohio.gov/ohp/bhpp/consumer_guide/index.stm

 

 

Ohio Domestic Violence Network

http://www.odvn.org

The Ohio Domestic Violence Network (ODVN) is a statewide coalition of domestic violence programs, supportive agencies and concerned individuals organizing to ensure the elimination of domestic violence by: providing technical assistance, resources, information and training to all who address or are affected by domestic violence; and promoting social and systems change through public policy, public awareness and education initiatives.
 

Ohio Department of Public Safety

http://www.publicsafety.ohio.gov/odps.asp

The Ohio Department of Public Safety is serves and protects the safety and security of Ohioans through eight divisions: Administration, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Medical Services, Homeland Security, Highway Patrol, Investigative Unit, and Office of Criminal Justice Services.

 

Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission  http://www.rsc.ohio.gov/

Promoting the employment of Ohioans with disabilities.

 

Ohio Valley Center for Brain Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation  www.ohiovalley.org
The Ohio Valley Center conducts research, provides education and develops programs to improve the quality of life of persons who experience traumatic brain injury.  OVC is one of 17 TBI Model Systems funded through the U.S. Department of Education, National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation research (NIDRR).  OVC serves individuals, families and professionals throughout North America. The site includes research on aspects of brain injury recovery and rehabilitation, links to other TBI resources, including:

www.ohiovalley.org/abuse

Provides information on substance abuse through utilities (including screening tools and guides), research news and articles.
OCALI   www.ocali.org
OCALI is a statewide federally funded project under the direction of the Ohio Department of Education, Division of Special Education. OCALI works in cooperation with Ohio's sixteen Special Education Regional Resource Centers (SERRCs).  OCLAI serves students with low incidence and severe disabilities, including traumatic brain injury.  Information is available on assistive devices, visual and other disability resources.
State of Ohio
www.state.oh.us
Government resources, departments, services, and other information for citizens

www.state.oh.us/odhs/medicaid/index.htm
Office of Medicaid, State of Ohio


 

 

 


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