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Ohio Works First (OWF) For Kinship Caregivers | Lorain County Department Of Job And Family Services

42485 North Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035

Monetary assistance is potentially available until a child(ren) reaches 18 years of age or until a child(ren) between the ages of 18 to 19 graduates from high school. Food and medical assistance eligibility is based on income.
- Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 4:00pm. Closed federal holidays. - Visit website at lcdjfs.com for full call center hours. - Available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
(800) 324-8680

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https://ODJFSBenefits.ohio.gov

Spanish.

- Call the call center or visit the website at http://ODJFSBenefits.ohio.gov for more information, to apply for benefits or update information. - Applications available online. - Must submit a completed, signed and dated application with supporting documentation followed by a phone interview. - Must verify annually.

No fee to apply.

Lorain County, Ohio

Description

Privides Kinship caregivers and the children in their care OWF, a monthly cash assistance program. There are two types of assistance. The first type of assistance is provided for the child only. Child-Only benefits can be received regardless of the caregivers’ income. Child-Only benefits consist of monetary assistance, and a medical card/insurance. The second type of assistance is provided on behalf of the caregiver(s) and the child(ren). The assistance can include monetary assistance, as well as food stamps, and a medical card/insurance. This type of assistance is dependent upon the caregiver(s)’ income.

Providing organization

Lorain County Department Of Job And Family Services

A local government agency providing public assistance, workforce development, and other social service programs to qualified applicants of Lorain County, Ohio.