Family & Community Support Resources

We know that learning doesn’t happen in isolation. When families thrive, students thrive. 

This page offers links to trusted community organizations and external services that provide support for health, wellness, and basic needs. Whether you’re looking for mental health resources, crisis support, or help during a tough time, these tools are here to help.

Please note: These resources are not operated by Hillsdale Local Schools and are shared for informational purposes only.

Learning & Development Help

Visit the Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities Site

This agency helps Ohioans with various disabilities gain, maintain, prepare for, or return to work and find independence. including Pre-Employment Transition Services (ages 14-21), job exploration, work-based learning, instruction in self-advocacy, counseling, and work readiness.

Visit the EJ Therapy Site

EJ Therapy strives to provide opportunities for children to experience success, increase self-confidence, and learn functional skills through active environmental exploration.

In addition, they assist parents and school personnel in gaining an increased understanding of a child’s strengths and needs.

Services include pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapies, audiology, certified Wilson Dyslexia Program and hosting summer camps.

Health & Wellness Care

Visit the Ashland County Health Department Immunization Clinic Site

The health department offers childhood, adolescent, and adult vaccination services at their office and through their Mobile Clinic.

Visit the Ashland Christian Health Center Site

The Ashland Christian Health Center exists to holistically care for and elevate the dignity of Ashland area residents who are uninsured or underinsured, in a Christ-centered atmosphere.

Their services are offered to their patients at a very low cost, and no one is denied service regardless of their ability to pay.

Visit the Akron Children's Kids Health Site

Articles addressing a multitude of health topics pertaining to children and families, including:

• 10 Ways to Help Your Child Get a Better Night's Sleep
• 10 Ways to Help Your Child Succeed in Elementary, Middle or High School
• 10 Tips for Better Skin Without Pricey Products
• 10 Ways New Drivers Can Stay Safe
• A Kid's Guide to Shots
• 5 Things to Know About Periods

Visit the Ashland Dental Clinic Site

Accessible, affordable dental services for uninsured, underinsured, Medicaid patients, Managed Care Plans and private insurance.

Services provided include oral exams, cleanings, x-rays, flouride treatment, sealants, fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, night guards, dentures, and most all dental procedures.

Visit the VSP Vision EyeCare Site

If you can't access or afford the vision care you need, or if your eye care practice has been affected by disaster, explore the options on the site to view available programs.

Visit the Lion's Club International Site

Local area Lion's groups within the Ashland County area can help with multiple health supports, including childhood cancer, diabetes, and vision screenings or eye glasses.

Contact our local Lion's Club for assistance: Hayesville District 13 OH2

Basic Needs Help (Food, Housing, Finances)

Visit the  Ashland Health Department's Community Resources Site

Ashland County, Ohio, is home to many churches, charities, and social service agencies dedicated to giving residents a helping hand when in need. 

Visit this page for multiple listings of resources for the county and community, including housing, transportation, food, utilities, medical, abuse, clothing. See the website for a complete listing.   

Visit the Lion's Club International Site

Lions and Leos, with the support of Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIR), improve food security and access to nutritious food to help alleviate hunger.