Supportive Services

You Are Not Alone

At the core of our Supportive Services is our faith-driven mission to provide personalized assistance that addresses the unique needs of each senior we serve. This includes help with housing, furniture, benefits, and medical advocacy, among other services. We aim to support our clients’ diverse requirements, empowering them to maintain their independence at home. At Catholic Social Services (CSS), we honor seniors’ dignity by offering tailored support that enables them to age in place in their communities. We aim to help seniors in Franklin and Licking counties live a life of dignity and choice.

Individualized Care

Every senior has a unique set of needs and preferences, and our Supportive Services reflect that individuality. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we collaborate with you to design a service plan that aligns with your specific circumstances. Our commitment is to work with you to fulfill your goals, ensuring that your voice is heard and respected every step of the way.

Requirements

To enroll in Supportive Services, you need to be a senior, defined as 60 years of age or older.

We currently serve all of Licking County and the following zip codes in Franklin County:  43068, 43109, 43110, 43119, 43123, 43125, 43126, 43137, 43146, 43201, 43203, 43204, 43205, 43206, 43207, 43209, 43213, 43215, 43217, 43222, 43223, 43227, 43228, 43232.

The Referral process for Supportive Services and Money Management for Seniors 60+ can be initiated by the individual, family members, or a community social service entity. Please use the form below.

Once we receive your referral form, filled out with as much pertinent information as possible, we will contact the individual referred and assess further to ensure that our services meet their needs.

Our comprehensive Supportive Services and Money Management Programs are made to assist seniors in the community in remaining as independent as possible.  

To be linked with a Social Worker, Social Work Assistant or Case Manager in your area, start by clicking the referral form below. We look forward to assisting you in any way we can.

How to Access Our Services

Accessing our Supportive Services is a straightforward process. Interested seniors (60+) or their representatives in Franklin or Licking County can connect with us simply and easily:

In Franklin County – Columbus, please contact Joann Wright, Intake Social Worker, at (614) 857-1212 or email jwright@colscss.org

In Licking County – Newark, please please contact Tim McCracken, Program Coordinator,  at (740) 345-2565 or email tmccracken@colscss.org.

Once you reach out, we will arrange a visit to your home for a comprehensive evaluation. This evaluation will help us to determine which services will best support your individual circumstances and goals.

Our Promise

You are not alone in this journey. With CSS Supportive Services, you can be confident that regardless of your challenges, there’s a compassionate team of professionals ready to provide assistance. 

We promise to help you meet the goals you set, ensuring that you can live independently and on your own terms. With CSS by your side, your golden years can truly shine.

"We've never had a bad visit. We always have a good time together."

"This program is really, really worth it. I thank God for my companion."

"I love being a senior companion because it's nice to meet people. It's just wonderful to meet and become friends."

"My companion brightens my day; she's like a sister."

"I am having a blast with my clients. We are so happy to be matched together. I have not had one regret since I started, working with the Senior Companion Program".