Columbus & Central Ohio Services

For clients infected and affected with HIV/AIDS in the Columbus and Central Ohio region, we offer case management services including but not limited to assistance with budgeting, nutrition, completion of ODAP applications to receive assistance with medications, co-payments, and insurance premiums, and information and referrals to agencies in the community who can help HIV infected clients and their families reach stabilization and self-sufficiency. ARC Ohio also provides Ryan White Part B services for those who qualify. These services include assistance with medical and dental care. Proof of HIV diagnosis, household income and Ohio residency may be required for certain types of assistance.

For more specific information about Ryan White Part B in the Columbus & Central Ohio region, please contact us at 866.739.0720. In addition to general information, you will be able to receive community planning group activities and meeting minutes where allocation and other decisions are made that impact all persons living with HIV/AIDS throughout the services delivery area.

The Columbus office of ARC Ohio also receives a Federal Ryan White Part C grant annually to support outpatient HIV early intervention services and ambulatory care.  This award helps to sustain the mental health therapy, oral health care and primary HIV care programs available in the community and allows the organization to work with local medical providers on quality improvement activities.

ARC Ohio is the local provider of Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) case management and emergency financial assistance for assistance with needs associated with being HIV infected.  Financial assistance includes help with short term rent, mortgage, and utilities for those who qualify. Proof of HIV diagnosis, household income and Ohio residency may be required for certain types of assistance.

The Columbus office also provides Behavioral Health Services for individuals infected and affected with HIV/AIDS that are interested in participating in therapy or support groups. Support Group meets every Tuesday night from 6:00-7:30. To inquire about Behavioral Health Services please call 614 340-6702. To inquire about Support Group please contact Gwen Rees, LISW-S at 614 340-6695 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . You may also contact Amber Maag, LSW at 614 340-6728 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

For more information about services available in this region, contact our Referral Information line at (614) 299-AIDS (2437) extension 105. Please leave a message and the On-Call Case Manager will return your call within one hour during normal business hours.