The NCCSD is the only federally funded national center in the U.S. that was established to provide technical assistance to students with any type of disability of any age in any type of program. We do research and provide information and resources to anyone in the U.S. who has a question about disability and higher education or attending postsecondary education, which includes Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. We also work with families, K-12 educators, state transition coordinators, Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, and staff and faculty in higher education.

OhioKAN is a statewide navigator program run by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth that helps families connect with resources and benefits tailored to their needs. They offer one-on-one chats with Navigators who walk families through their “BASICS,” help them find resources, co-create action plans, and even follow up for ongoing support.
Just call 1‑844‑OHIOKAN (1‑844‑644‑6526) Mon–Fri, 8:30 am–6:30 pm.

"Bridges is a program created for young adults aged 18-21 moving from the foster care system in Ohio to a successful adult life." Guidance & support with housing, education, employment, and well-being services. Please note: in order to be eligible for the Bridges program you would need to have been in custody in the state of Ohio and emancipated from county custody. 

Youth Navigator Network - Whether resources or services are needed statewide or locally, it can sometimes be overwhelming to research them all on your own. Ohio’s Youth Navigator Network (YNN) can connect you with key resources available in your area. YNN can be reached via chat, phone, or even text to answer questions or help you navigate a specific situation.
Call: 1-833-OHIO-YNN | Text: 740-639-5252

Foster Success Education Services - The Ohio Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program is a federally-funded, state-administered program that provides financial, academic, and human support for young adults who’ve left the foster care system and are enrolled in qualified colleges, universities, or vocational education programs. 

OhioReach - Ohio Reach is a network of professionals, advocates, and students across the State of Ohio determined to support former foster youth on their higher education journey. Resources are provided to institutions of higher education, child welfare agencies, and foster care alumni enrolled in higher education to support their academic success.

Purple Umbrella - Tri-County Career Center - Adult Center has established a network to support foster youth, based on successful models from Cuyahoga, Montgomery, and Summit counties. Our program was directly inspired by the Kent State Purple Umbrella Network, which shared its vision with Tri-County Career Center.

Veterans Crisis Line
24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones
You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect.

Ornery Vets Collective
We are a veterans group that meet once a week at Ohio Means Jobs at 510 West Union Street in Athens Ohio. It is a Veterans support meeting. We come together for a free lunch every Tuesday and talk about things that impact us in our everyday lives. We talk and listen and discuss solutions in a positive spiritual way.

BOOTS On the Trail - Ecotherapy for Veterans
bootsonthetrail1@gmail.com 740.538.0011
Experience the healing power of nature with our ecotherapy program, guided hikes, and trail maintenance services. Join us in Southeast Ohio to support our mission of healing veterans and the land.

Veteran Animal Service Companion
Many service men and women return home, finding that their structure and purpose have been lost. Through the rescue dog placement program, VCAS returns this structure and purpose with the unconditional love of a dog.

After a veteran receives a dog or attends a training class, they are still a part of the VCAS family. The community events we host give veterans a chance to build lasting friendships and create an atmosphere to connect with other veterans and have fun. We use these opportunities to celebrate their contributions and as a check-in to see how they are doing and how we can help.

VETMotorsports
At VETMotorsports, we harness the power of motorsports to engage, inspire, and empower our nation’s veterans. We’re not a racing team—we’re a mission-driven nonprofit that embeds veterans within professional motorsports teams, offering hands-on, non-clinical outreach that fosters connection, purpose, and renewed motivation. Since 2013, VETMotorsports has built meaningful partnerships across the motorsports and veteran communities. Through these relationships, we’ve created opportunities for veterans to rediscover their strengths, passions, and sense of belonging in a uniquely immersive environment.

Driven With Purpose is an idea founded by a retired combat veteran who uses his personal story with Complex PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, and Traumatic Brain Injuries to raise awareness of mental health issues among veterans and first responders. The organization aims to create personal and public awareness, helping those who have served our country and communities find the support they need.

SAVE A WARRIOR®
Pioneered by experienced warriors, SAW is an evidence-based intervention for active duty military, returning veterans, and first responders who feel desperately alone. A holistic approach integrating proven methods and a supportive community to address the challenges related to Complex Post-Traumatic Stress, SAW represents a heroic invitation for healing that has resonated with you throughout your life.

Resources are for seventeen counties: Provides resources for Food, Clothing, Transportation, Legal and Advocacy, Disability Services, Medical and Healthcare, Mental Health, Drug, & Alcohol, Utility & Financial Assistance, Employment/Education Service, Utility Payment Centers, Shelter and Housing Assistance, Women, Children, and Families, Veterans Assistance, and Senior Services.

Provided by Hopewell and Comcorp Student Chelsea Watkins
 

(Directory of Providers, County Based Organization, Financial, Food, Emergency Assistance, Housing, Legal, Transportation, Utility)

Provided by Buckeye Hills Regional Council, Updated October 2024