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Family Services

Hard seasons come for every family. A job loss, a medical bill, a language barrier, a moment when the daily math just stops adding up. Catholic Social Services has been walking alongside families in central Ohio since 1945, and we have learned that what people need most is not a pamphlet. It is a neighbor who shows up.

Our family programs serve individuals and families across central and southeastern Ohio through emergency assistance, case management, ESL classes, wellness support, parenting programs, workforce development, and community outreach. Services are available to everyone, regardless of faith, immigration status, or income.

Family Programs

Emergency Assistance

When a crisis hits, the first question is always: where do I start? CSS provides food, rent and utility help, and housing support for individuals and families facing an immediate emergency.

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Case Management

A case manager from CSS will sit with you, understand your situation, and help you build a plan. Case management services are centered at our Our Lady of Guadalupe Center and include immigration consultation, legal referrals, resource navigation, and connection to community programs.

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Educational Services

English as a Second Language classes at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Center help adult learners build confidence, communicate more effectively, and open doors to employment, education, and community participation.

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Wellness Clinic

CSS provides onsite health screenings, blood pressure monitoring, wellness exams, and preventive care coordination to help individuals and families stay healthy and connected to the care they need.

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Parenting and Safety Classes

From safe sleep to CPR certification, from nutrition guidance for infants to parenting strategies for growing families, CSS offers education and support for parents and caregivers at every stage.

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Career Navigation

CSS helps individuals build job readiness skills and supports Latino entrepreneurs through Mercadito Raices, a small business development program in partnership with the Ohio Small Business Development Center.

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JOIN Program

The JOIN Program brings mobile outreach directly into Franklin County neighborhoods, connecting residents to food, emergency resources, and social services where they live.

Payee & Fiduciary Management

CSS serves as a Representative Payee and fiduciary partner for persons with disabilities and seniors across 34 Ohio counties and 11 West Virginia counties, managing Social Security benefits and other finances responsibly and in the best interest of each client. This service is housed under Disability Services.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Call us and a CSS team member will help you figure out what is available and what fits your situation. No appointment necessary to ask a question.