Lucas County
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Local offices in Lucas County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Lucas County Department of Job and Family Services
3737 W. Sylvania Avenue, Toledo, OH 43623
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for food, cash, Medicaid, and child care assistance.Apply onlineRead more
- Adult Protective ServicesReport concerns about abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an adult.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyoh.gov
Public health · Regional office
Toledo-Lucas County Health Department WIC
635 N. Erie Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, and children under five can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyhealth.com
Child support · County office
Lucas County Division of Child Support Services
3737 W. Sylvania Avenue, Toledo, OH 43623
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage, enforcing support orders, or collecting and paying child support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyoh.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Lucas Metropolitan Housing
424 Jackson Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Help here
- Housing assistanceContact the housing authority about public housing and housing voucher assistance.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucasmha.org
Public health · Regional office
Toledo-Lucas County Health Department
635 N. Erie Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Help here
- Public health servicesContact the department about local public health services and health concerns.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyhealth.com
Mental health and recovery · County office
Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lucas County
701 Adams Street, Suite 800, Toledo, OH 43604
Help here
- Behavioral health supportContact the board for information about mental health and addiction services in Lucas County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyoh.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Lucas County Law Library
905 Jackson Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Help here
- Legal research resourcesUse the law library's legal research materials and public resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyoh.gov
Human services · County office
Lucas County Children Services
301 Adams Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Help here
- Child protectionReport suspected child abuse or neglect and ask about foster care or adoption.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyoh.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio
2155 Arlington Avenue, Toledo, OH 43609
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportAsk about aging services and support available to older adults and caregivers in Henry County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on areaofficeonaging.com
Veterans · County office
Lucas County Veterans Service Commission
2555 Arlington Avenue, Toledo, OH 43614
Help here
- Veterans benefits and assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with VA benefits and emergency financial assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyvets.org
Emergency help · County office
Lucas County Emergency Management Agency
2144 Monroe Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet information about preparing for emergencies and local disaster response.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyoh.gov
Jobs and training · County office
OhioMeansJobs Lucas County
3737 W. Sylvania Avenue, Toledo, OH 43623
Help here
- Job and career servicesGet help building job skills and finding employment services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lucascountyoh.gov
State office
Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles Deputy Registrar Agency
3606 W. Sylvania Avenue, Suite 15-16, Toledo, OH 43623
Help here
- Driver licenses and identificationApply in person for an Ohio driver license or state identification card.
- Vehicle registrationRegister a vehicle or complete other in-person BMV transactions.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bmv.ohio.gov
Library · Regional office
Toledo Lucas County Public Library
325 Michigan Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card and use books, digital materials, public computers, and learning resources.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on toledolibrary.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Lucas County, closest to the center of Toledo first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Greater Grace Free Choice Food Pantry
Greater Grace Church
0.4 miles from the center of Toledo3342 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43606
Hours
- Sat1 PM to 3:30 PM (2nd and 4th of the month)
Who can come: No residency restrictions
What to bring: Bring a box, tub, or tote to carry food.
Listed on foodpantrytoledo.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Toledo Emergency Choice Food Pantry
Lutheran Social Services of Northwestern Ohio
1.4 miles from the center of Toledo2149 Collingwood Blvd, Toledo, OH 43620
Hours
- Tue9:30 AM to 12 PM
- Thu9:30 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Everyone, regardless of ZIP code
What to bring: Call Monday or Wednesday to register. Bring photo ID and proof of residence. Clients may come once per month.
Listed on lssnwo.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Pilgrim Food Pantry
Pilgrim Church
2 miles from the center of Toledo1375 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH 43612
Hours
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: People in need
What to bring: One visit per month. Bring ID with current address or mail showing your current address, and verification for other household members.
Listed on pilgrimchurchtoledo.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Lucas Food Pantry at St. Johns
St. Lucas Lutheran Church
2.4 miles from the center of Toledo708 S Erie St, Toledo, OH 43609
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 12:30 PM
- Tue11 AM to 12:30 PM
- Wed11 AM to 12:30 PM
- Thu11 AM to 12:30 PM
- Fri11 AM to 12:30 PM
- Sat11 AM to 12:30 PM
- Sun11 AM to 12:30 PM
Listed on stlucastoledo.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Community Heart Café
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
2.4 miles from the center of Toledo428 N Erie St, Toledo, OH 43604
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 11 AM
- Wed10 AM to 11 AM
- Fri10 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: Everyone
Listed on stpaulstoledo.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Equality Toledo Community Pantry
Equality Toledo
2.5 miles from the center of Toledo125 S Superior St, Toledo, OH 43604
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 1 PM
- Wed5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
- Sat1 PM to 4 PM
Who can come: Anyone in need in the Toledo area
What to bring: No ID or paperwork needed
Listed on equalitytoledo.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lucas County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank
24 East Woodruff Avenue, Toledo, OH 43604
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of Western Ohio, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Pathway, Inc.
505 Hamilton Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Lucas County
Ohio programs by kind of help
These are run by Ohio and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- United Way 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988