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Ohio Organizations

Angel Flight East
Provides free, volunteer-based, non-emergency air transportation to medical treatment for people who lack access to transportation for financial or medical reasons. Services communities in 14 northeastern states and provides flights up to 1,000 miles.
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Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)
A regional economic development agency that represents a partnership of federal, state, and local government. Supports the economic and social development throughout West Virginia and parts of 12 other states: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Includes grants and funding, research, data, and maps.
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Great Lakes Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Regional Center (Great Lakes ROTA-RC)
Offers education and resources on rural and indigenous mental health, opioid use disorders, and substance use disorders in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
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Health Policy Institute of Ohio (HPIO)
Informs Ohio health policy by forecasting health trends, analyzing key health issues, and communicating current research to policymakers, state agencies, and other decision-makers. Includes publications and tools.
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IPRO
A Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) working with patients, providers, and government agencies to improve the health of people in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Also provides technical support on identified high-priority issues to rural hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs), and other acute care facilities serving vulnerable populations.
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North Central Regional Center for Rural Development (NCRCRD)
One of four regional rural development centers in the U.S. that works with extension professionals, researchers, and partners to enhance rural development outcomes. Serves a 12-state area in the North Central region which includes North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.
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Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies (OACAA)
Works to help those in poverty or crisis. Offers programs on workforce development, adult education, transportation, home buying and rental assistance, weatherization and energy assistance, food pantries, summer lunch programs, and health screenings.
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Ohio Association of Community Health Centers (OACHC)
Works to ensure equal access to healthcare for all Ohio residents. Represents community health centers in Ohio, including migrant, homeless, and public housing health centers. Serves as the Ohio Primary Care Association. Provides advocacy, education, training, and events for members.
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Ohio Department of Development
Oversees home energy, weatherization, and housing and homelessness assistance programs. Supports the growth of communities, businesses, and opportunities for minorities.
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Ohio Department of Health (ODH)
Works to protect and improve the health of all Ohio residents. Consists of the Bureau of Environmental Health and Radiation Protection, Bureau of Infectious Diseases, Bureau of Maternal and Child Health, Bureau of Public Health Laboratory, Bureau of Vital Statistics, Office of Health Improvement and Wellness, and others.
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Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS)
Offers programs regarding adoption, kinship, foster care, child care, child support, protective services, financial assistance, healthcare, food stamps, career counseling, education and training, assistance with finding a job, and information on unemployment compensation.
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Ohio Emergency Medical Services (Ohio EMS)
Responsible for the education, certification, and investigation of all emergency medical service (EMS) and fire service providers in the state of Ohio. Offers grants, training, education, and resources.
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Ohio Hospital Association (OHA)
Represents small and large hospitals, teaching facilities, and healthcare systems throughout Ohio. Offers advocacy, opportunities for education, conferences, and events for member hospitals. Focuses on patient safety and quality, economic sustainability, and hospital advocacy.
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Ohio Primary Care Office (PCO)
Coordinates local, state, and federal resources to address healthcare workforce issues and improve the delivery of primary care in Ohio. Administers multiple workforce programs, including: National Health Service Corps Scholarship and Loan Repayment Programs, Ohio Physician Loan Repayment Program, Ohio Dentist and Dental Hygienist Loan Repayment Program, J-1 Visa Waiver Program, and Ohio Primary Care Workforce Initiative.
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Ohio Public Health Association (OPHA)
Works to improve health and reduce illness and chronic disease for Ohio residents. Supports continuing education, mentoring programs, and networking with public health leaders.
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Ohio Rural Health Association (ORHA)
Works to enhance the health and well-being of Ohio's rural citizens and communities through advocacy, education, and relationships.
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Ohio State Office of Rural Health (Ohio SORH)
Works to strengthen rural healthcare delivery systems across Ohio. Coordinates rural health initiatives statewide by collecting rural health information, coordinating resources, providing technical assistance, and encouraging recruitment and retention.
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Ohio University Office of Rural and Underserved Programs (ORUP)
Focuses on preparing medical students and residents to serve in rural and underserved communities by fostering community engagement, medical research, curriculum design and program assessment, and faculty development.
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The Appalachian Institute to Advance Health Equity Science (ADVANCE)
Promotes research that addresses health equity, population health, social science, and health services through community collaboration with Ohio University.
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The University of Toledo Ohio Area Health Education Centers (UToledo AHEC)
Creates partnerships throughout the state of Ohio to support healthcare professionals in underserved areas by providing outreach and educational opportunities.
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: Ohio (HUD)
Works to increase home ownership, support community development, and increase access to affordable housing. Provides information about HUD housing programs and local contacts for the state.
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Upper Midwest Telehealth Resource Center (UMTRC)
One of the telehealth resource centers funded by the federal Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT). Assists healthcare organizations, healthcare networks, and healthcare providers in the implementation of cost-effective telehealth programs to serve rural and medically underserved areas and populations. Includes Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio.
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USDA Rural Development Ohio State Office
Works to improve the economy and quality of life in rural Ohio. Provides information about Rural Development programs and applications for financial assistance.
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Last Reviewed: 10/10/2024