LIMA, OH (WLIO) - It is downright bitter outside, and a local agency is concerned about those who may not have a place to stay to get out of the dangerous conditions.
Many people are just one paycheck away from finding themselves in a financial emergency.
The West Ohio Community Action Partnership, or WOCAP, has several programs that can help anyone who is facing homelessness and doesn't have anywhere to get out of the weather safely. West Ohio Community Action Partnership says that many people are just one paycheck away from finding themselves in a financial emergency and that is what the agency can help them with.
"Homeless Crisis Response Plan: It's rehousing for homeless individuals and families. With that we can provide a deposit and three months rent for them to move into a rental to get them out of the homeless situation. We are talking literal homeless, so folks staying in shelters. People living in places not meant for human habitation. That meaning like their car, in a tent, things of that nature," explained Leora Donley, housing director for West Ohio CAP.
The West Ohio Community Action Partnership, or WOCAP, has several programs that can help anyone who is facing homelessness and doesn't have anywhere to get out of the weather safely.
They also provide case management and referrals to other agencies for other assistance such as food, child support, and Social Security determination. Donley says to remember their assistance is a hand up, not a handout.
If you or someone you know is facing homelessness, below is a list of shelters and/or services available in West Central Ohio:
Allen County
WOMEN
- Samaritan House (419-222-4663) - Single women or woman with children
- Crossroads Crisis Center (419-228-4357) - Single women or women with children who are victims of Domestic violence
- Guiding Light (419-236-7935) - Single women or young women with children
- Resting Place (419-236-7935) - Single women or women with children
FAMILIES
- Family Promise of Allen County (419-879-4600) - Apply online at familypromiseoflima.org. (Background Check Required)
MEN
- Lima Rescue Mission (419-224-6961) -Â Men ages 21 and older.
- Vinyasa House (419-996-9462) - Elizabeth St, Lima -Â Tier III offenders
Auglaize County Shelters/Providers/Services
- Candle of Hope/Auglaize EMA-CERT (419-739-6725)
- Auglaize County Crisis Center (419-738-5511 or 24-Hour Emergency line: 419-739-6565) - Victims of Domestic Violence
- Mercy Unlimited (419-738-3161) -Â Services
- Agape Ministries in St. Marys (419-394-8700) - Services
Mercer County Shelters
- Family Crisis Network (419-586-1133) - Victims of Domestic Violence
- Hand Up Village/ Cabins (419-305-0198)
Van Wert County Shelter
- Haven of Hope (419-605-6717) - Men ages 18 and up
Hancock County Shelters/Services
- Findlay Mission (419-423-9151) - Shelter for Men, Women and Families
- Hope House (419-427-2848) - Findlay, OH
- Open Arms, Findlay (419-420-9261) - Shelter for Domestic or sexual abuse Survivors/ Men, women and families
Defiance County Shelter
- NOCAC in Defiance County (419-990-5135) -Shelter for Single persons and families
Shelby County Shelter
- Mercy Mission House in Shelby County (937-815-1777) - Shelter for Men, Women and families
Please note that West Ohio Community Action Partnership (WOCAP) is not a shelter provider. Once you have entered a shelter you can apply for rehousing services with WOCAP.
