Public Assistance

Medicaid Assistance

Low-income and medically vulnerable people shouldn’t have to worry about affording their next doctor’s visit. The Medicaid program provides medical coverage for children, families, single adults, and disabled or aged individuals.

Learn More about Medicaid Assistance

Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov), OR by calling 844-640-6446.

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Food

No one in our community should go hungry. We supply supplemental income for food purchases for qualifying families.

Learn More about Food Assistance 

Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov), OR by calling 844-640-6446. 

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Financial Assistance

Trying to work and improve your circumstances but need a boost to get you there? Ohio Works First (OWF) provides time-limited cash assistance for families with dependent children in the home.

Learn More about Financial Assistance

Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov), OR by calling 844-640-6446. 

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Child Care

Having trouble finding safe, affordable child care? If you are a parent or caretaker who is working, in school, or participating in an OWF work activity, you may qualify for subsidized child care for children under the age of 13. The care can be provided in licensed homes and/or child care centers.

Learn More about Child Care Assistance 

Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov). 

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If you are interested in becoming a Medina County child care provider, please contact Sherrie Roach at 330-661-0862.

Emergency Assistance (PRC)

Life can bring surprises. Our Prevention, Retention and Contingency (PRC) program helps low-income families with children overcome immediate barriers to self-sufficiency.

Learn More about Emergency Assistance

Apply by submitting your completed application via mail (232 Northland Drive, Medina, OH 44256) or email (Medina-JFS@jfs.ohio.gov).

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Health & Pregnancy

Children deserve a healthy start in life. We provide certain health screenings for pregnant individuals or children who are eligible for Medicaid. The Pregnancy Related Services Program helps ensure a healthy pregnancy and delivery.

Learn More about Health & Pregnancy Assistance 

Transportation

Get access to the care you need. Once an individual is eligible for Medicaid, transportation services may be available for medical appointments.

Learn More about Transportation Assistance  

Medina County Public Transit Brochure