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Community Resources
There are many health related resources that are available through the community and through our Mercy Health Partners facilities. If you do not find what you are looking by searching the Community Resources database, be sure to run a search on the Classes, Events and Support Group Calendar.
Alcohol & Drug Awareness Program for Teens - St. Charles
This is a two-part alcohol & drug awareness series held on the 1st and 2nd Wednesday each month. You must attend both classes. A parent must also accompany any person under 18 years old. Pre-registration is required - no walkins. Call to register and for more information.
The cost of the program is $75.00.
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A Woman First
A Woman First provides free mammograms and pap tests. The following eligibility criteria must be met:
1. Should be 40 years of age and older,
2. Meet liberal income guidelines,
3. Do not have insurance or Medicaid,
For this service, residents of Lucas and Wood Counties should call Tammy Bialorucki at the American Cancer Society, 419-874-3081. For residents of Defiance, Erie, Fulton, Henry, Ottawa, Pauling, Sandusky and Williams Counties, call 1-800-929-6626 for more information.
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That Special Women
A mastectomy and chemotherapy boutique. The shop offers anything you may need for breast cancer - prosthesis, bras, lingerie. They also carry wigs. Insurances are accepted. If you do not have insurance, the shop prides itself that "No one is turned away."
Shop hours:
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon. - Fri.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday
Closed on Sunday
Other hours are available by appointment. (Click on link above for location.)
Contact: Kris Beard
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Laryngectomy Club of Toledo
This group provides support and education for people who have had cancer of the larynx. Pre-and-post operative visits are available.
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Positive Choices
An abstinence until marriage teen pregnancy education and prevention program.
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Lifeline - St. Charles Mercy Hospital
St. Charles is pleased to provide members of our community with America's most trusted medical alert service.
For more than 30 years, Lifeline has enabled millions of people to live with greater independence, peace of mind and dignity in the place they feel most comfortable - their own home. The service costs a little more than $1 per day. Call the numbers above to sign-up or for more information.
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Grief Support - Willard Area
"Living with Loss" is a bi-weekly support group for people of any age who have lost a loved one. The group is part of a collaboration with Community Hospice Care and Mercy Hospital of Willard. The group meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in the Wasserman Room at Mercy Hospital Willard. Walk-ins are welcome or you may call for more information.(Click on the link above for the telephone number.)
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Help Me Grow
Help Me Grow is a program that provides prenatal services and newborn home visits along with information about child development. The program helps families with young children, birth to 3 years, connect with resources they need. The program also provides service coordination and ongoing specialized services to those families in need. Another feature of Help Me Grow is a Wellness guide which can be obtained by calling the Help Me Grow number above.Help Me Grow also provides services to children with disabilities who are ages birth to 3 years old. This part of the program ensures these children with developmental delays and disabilities have access to and receive needed intervention services.
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Child Abuse Clinic
Provides a thorough medical exam for children with alleged/suspected child abuse to prevent further intentional injuries.
Children are seen by appointment with an ODJFS or law enforcement referral.
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Face the Facts/Burn Prevention
This is a program to prevent burns and other fire related injuries. Face the Facts is a program for juvenile fire starters. Hours by appointment only.
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Mended Little Hearts of Toledo
The support group is committed to all patients and families who are dealing with congenital heart disease and pediatric heart disease in our community. We are here to listen and offer encouragement. The groups mission is to provide both emotional and educational support to these families.
The group meets monthly and alternates between St. V's and Toledo Hospital. Please see the link above for the dates and locations.
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Family Resource Center - St. V's Children's Hospital
The Family Resource Center is an information link designed to help families deal with a hospital stay, understand their child's illness and treatment, and to raise healthier children. This is a free source for information open to the community. Books, videos, and other materials on a variety of topics including healthcare, specific illnesses and conditions, growth and development, hospital and community resources, support groups, and much more are available on loan or provided free at the Center.
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Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter
The mission of the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, is to enhance the quality of life of all persons affected by Alzheimer's disease and other memory loss disorders through compassionate services, diverse educational programs, effective advocacy, support for research and access to resources. See the Alzheimer's website for a list of programs, services and support groups available to the community.
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The Victory Center
Reaches out to cancer patients and their families. The Center offers weekly support groups, yoga, healing touch, massage therapy, reflexology, reiki and spiritual support services. Call for more information.
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Ahava Ministries
A spa and wellness center providing spa amenities, relaxation and beauty treatments to cancer survivors currently in treatment. Free of charge.
Contact Julie Kujawa.
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CareNet
CareNet is a service that provides access to healthcare for low income residents of Lucas County who do not have insurance and are not eligible for governmental healthcare programs. Call First Call for Help at the number listed above for more information.
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Alcoholics Anonymous - Mercy Health Partners
Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 3 of the Mercy Health Partners facilities. The twelve step program helps people addicted to alcohol stop drinking. Provides ongoing surpport for recovering alcoholics.
The MHP locations are as follows:
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
2213 Cherry Street
First Floor Conference Room
Toledo, OH 43608
This group meets every Saturday evening from 7 pm to 8 pm.
St. Charles Mercy Hospital
2600 Navarre Ave.
Oregon Room
Oregon, OH
This group meets every Thursday evening from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm.
St. Anne Mercy Hospital
3404 W. Sylvania Avenue
3rd floor conference room
43623
This group meets every Wednesday evening from 8 pm to 9 pm.
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Ft. Meigs Center for Health Promotion
The Ft. Meigs Center for Health Promotion houses the Mercy Rehabilitation/Therapy Department as well as the Perrysburg YMCA.
The Mercy rehab department has a full scope of therapy services including Physical Therapy, Aquatic Therapy, Women's Health, Sports Therapy, Pediatric Aquatic and Massage Therapy.
The YMCA offers all the traditional YMCA programs.
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MHP Services for Business and Industry
As the leading provider of healthcare services in Northwest Ohio, Mercy Health Partner's has the ability to offer workplace programs presented by our own staff of healthcare professionals. Healthcare costs greatly impact your company's bottom line so it makes sense to use professionals who understand your business and your people. We know the area industries and we will work with you to tailor programs to fit your specific needs and budget.
Our Services include: Occupational Health ServicesHeartcheck ProgramWorkplace SolutionsEmployee Assistance Programs
Click here for more information on the individual programs.
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Community Care-A-Van
Community van service for medical appointments and therapy. This is a free service or by donation only. The service area for the van is in East Toledo only. Call for exact service area.
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Lucas County Colorectal Cancer Coalition
The Lucas County Colorectal Cancer Coalition is dedicated to raising awareness in Northwest Ohio about Colorectal Cancer Prevention, the necessity for early intervention and the importance of screening through collaborative partnerships and education. For more information, please see their website at the link above.
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Golden Meals - St. Charles Mercy Hospital
Meals to go. Nutritionally balanced, special diet meals all homemade in freezable and mircowavable containers. Order meals ahead and pick them up in the cafeteria, $3.50 - $4.50 per meal. Call 419-696-7278 for information and orders.
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Healthy Connections for Families - SVMMC
Mental Health Services for children birth to 18 years of age and their families. Accepted by referral only through the St. Vincent Pediatric Clinic. Call 419-251-2455 for information.
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Hope For Families - St. Vincent Mercy Med. Center
Hope for Families is a community based education and support program for pregnant or postpartem women who are dealing with alcohol and drug addiction. Covers topics such as nutrition, alcohol and drug education, prenatal care, early childhood development, parenting, and women's support groups. Fee is based on ability to pay; no one refused. Call 419-251-2563 for information.
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Hospital Eligibility Link Program (H.E.L.P.)
H.E.L.P. is a free referral service provided by Mercy Health Partners. We are here to assist uninsured patients in obtaining medical benefits through federal, state, and hospital programs. Our representative will provide the following services at no cost to the patient: - Explore eligibility under public assistance programs
- File applications on your behalf
- Schedule and attend appointments
- Provide transportation when necessary
- Provide medical documentation to Social Security Administration for disability claims.
For further information call the number listed above or Mercy HealthLink at 419-251-4000 or 800-632-7826.
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Legal Services of Northwest Ohio
This office will provide free legal assistance for low-income individuals and groups in the areas of housing, domestic violence, domestic relations, consumer and bankruptcy law, government benefits, and elder law, among others.
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LifeStar Ambulance Service- St. Charles Mercy
LifeStar is a full-service emergency and non-emergency transportation service. Wheelchair and ambulatory transportation service available. Long-distance transportation available. Service to and from hospitals and nursing homes. Service is available 24 hours a day. All requests, cost information or referrals must be handled through the dispatch center at 693-1611.
Ohio Medicaid and Medicare approved. We bill insurance companies direct.
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McAuley Health Services - Tiffin
Primary healthcare physician’s office currently accepting new patients over the age of ten years. An employee of the Seneca County Department of Job and Family Services provides financial screenings and then fees are determined by total household income. The service provides the security of having a primary care physician and licensed nursing staff, as well as development of your own "family plan for health." The service also provides evaluation for education programs when applicable, periodic re-evaluation of eligibility for financial assistance, linkage to community assistance programs, and access to transportation for health services when needed.
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Mercy Family Practice Center at the Gandy Clinic
The Mercy Family Practice Center at the Gandy Clinic provides quality, comprehensive care provided by board-certified faculty physicians and residents, focusing on preventive medicine, as well as treatment of illness and injuries. By appointment only.
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Mobile Meals of Toledo
Home delivery of meals to anyone who needs assitance with meal preparation and/or diet maintenance, including elderly, ill, disabled, those convalescing homebound, perinatal and postpartum patients. Service includes the delivery of three meals daily (Monday - Friday). Holiday and optional weekend service available. Twelve modified diets offered in a four-week, seasonally adjusted menu.
Cost of meals based on a sliding scale according to income.
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OB / Gyn Clinic - St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
The OB/Gyn Clinic at the Family Care Center provides women with comprehensive routine and high-risk prenatal (during pregnancy) care, postpartum (after pregnancy) care and gynecological care. Its focus is to promote health throughout a woman's entire life. Skilled nurses counsel females of all ages - and their families - regarding obstetrical and gynecological health issues and behaviors that promote well-being. The clinic offers the WIC Program, nutritional counseling with a registered dietician, and individual instruction by our registered nurse perinatal educator. Appointments only.
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Parkcliffe Assisted Living
Parkcliffe is a residential assisted living community specifically designed for people with alzheimers and dementia. Personal, individualized care provided in a structured, secure environment. A functional and cognitive assessment is performed. There are four levels of care.
In addition, Parkcliffe also offers the following services
Adult Daycare
Respite Services
Educational Training Services
Support Group (meets the 4th Wednesday of the month at noon)
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Pediatric Clinic - St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
When your children are sick or need routine medical attention, you want to be sure they receive quality care from knowledgeable, experienced and caring professionals. That's just what you'll find when your children are treated at St. V's Pediatric Clinic located at the Family Care Center. Many services are available to you and your children at the Pediatric Clinic. Call 419-251-2415 to schedule an appointment or to gather information. Also included in the Peds Clinic is the Lead Resource Center.
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Rescue Mental Health Services
RESCUE Mental Health Services is a gateway to community mental health services in Toledo and northwest Ohio. They work hard to maximize the effectiveness of community resources and to speed the delivery of mental health services to individuals in urgent need. Services are available to anyone in Lucas County. RESCUE also provides emergency services to other counties in Northwest Ohio. Services will not be refused due to someone's inability to pay.
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Sleep Disorders Center - St. Charles Mercy
A comprehensive program for diagnosing and treating all major sleep disorders. The Center is staffed by a specialized team of professionals, including physicians, psychologists and registered sleep technologists. The program is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
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Sleep Disorders Center - St. Vincent Mercy
A comprehensive program for diagnosing and treating all major sleep disorders. The Center is staffed by a specialized team of professionals, including physicians, psychologists and registered sleep technologists. The program is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
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Sunrise Center - Adult Care
Care for adult clients. Transportation and meals provided at one-low cost. Structured activities in and out of building, showers, meals, 5 hours in house. Respite Services for caregivers that need a break also available. Call 419-874-8053 for information.
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River Centre Clinic (Eating Disorders)
Specializes in the treatment of eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, "compulsive overeating" and other eating disorders. Our multi-disciplinary staff is trained in the latest approaches to treatment. Treatments include individual, family, and group counseling, as well as psycho-education and an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). The IOP includes comprehensive psychological and educational treatments as well as a healthy eating plan.
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Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program
WIC is a supplemental food program for pregnant and breastfeeding women. WIC also provides healthy foods and nutrition education at no cost to infants and children of the Lucas County community. The education component of WIC focuses on the connection between good nutrition and health. St. Vincent's WIC program is the largest hospital-based service of its kind in Lucas County. Participants must live in Lucas County and meet WIC income guidelines.
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Mercy Center for Health Promotion at St. Charles
Various outpatient services from physical therapy to fitness programs. SERVICES:
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Audiology Testing
Exercise and Fitness Programs for the Community, including:
pre and postnatal exercise programs
personal training
Tai Chi
Medically endorsed fitness program
Aquatic exercise
Massage
Call for more information.
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Let's Talk It Ovar
This group supplies support and education for ovarian and gynecological cancer survivors. The group meets at the Holiday Inn, French Quarter on the second Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m.
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The Heart in Hand Quilters
This group provides support and education in a familiar setting of a quilting group for quilters who have been diagnosed with cancer.
The group meets on the 2nd Monday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Sylvania Senior Center, 7140 Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, Ohio. No pre-registration required. Walkins are welcome.
Contact person is Mary Greeno.
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The Women's Breast Cancer Support Group
This group provides support for women with breast cancer. The group meets at 7 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at Olivet Lutheran Church.
Call for more information.
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Grief Support - East Toledo Area
Grief support group for those who have lost a loved one, primarily a spouse, parent or adult child.
The group meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. There are two meeting times:
1 to 2:30 p.m.
or
6:30 to 8 p.m.
The groups are open to the public on a walk-in basis.
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Grief Support - Toledo Area
A variety of support groups exist for people of all ages who have lost loved ones. For details, contact Hospice of Northwest Ohio or look at listings on their website. (Click on link above for a link to their website.)
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Crying Baby Hotline
At the end of your rope? Scared? Mercy Children's Crying Baby Hotline is here to help 24-7.
We understand how frustrated or frightened you may be when your baby won't stop crying. When you don't know what to do, call Mercy Children's 24 hour Crying Baby Hotline.
When you call us, we'll do our best to help you determine what might be causing your baby to cry, offer suggestions that may help him stop crying, and stick with you while you try each one of them. Even if none of our suggestions work - because sometimes babies cry no matter what you try - talking with a caring adult who understands your concern and frustration can relieve some of the pressure and help you handle the situation.
Click on the link above for the telephone number and a link to helpful information on Mercy Children's Online.
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Renee's Survivor Shop, LLC.
Special products and gifts related to cancer and other illnesses for you and / or those you love.
Hours: M, T, Th, F - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wed. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Click on the link above for website link.
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Cancer Help - St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center - Oncology Outpatient Clinic
Information for patients, families and healthcare professionals is available, via a touch screen computer, in both English and Spanish formats. Available information includes National Cancer Institute (NCI) Publications, Physicians Data Query Database (PDQ), and the United States Pharmacopeia Drug Information Database.
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Cancer Library Resource Center - St. Anne
A comprehensive resource center for patients, family members and the public for accurate and up-to-date information about cancer prevention and treatment.- Reference books and magazines
- Video tapes and DVDs
- CDs
Internet access and computers are also provided. Laptop computers with wireless Internet access can be loaned for patients undergoing infusion therapy.
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American Red Cross
Click on the link above to get information on the American Red Cross/Western Lake Erie Region Blood Services. The site includes a list of local blood drives and the ability to schedule an appointment to give blood online.
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