For questions or information, contact THRIVE! at tel. 440-987-9182 or via email at thriveloraincounty@gmail.com.
STATE OF OHIO RESOURCES
For the latest information on COVID-19, go to: coronavirus.ohio.gov.
If you have questions about COVID-19, call the Ohio Department of Health hotline at 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.
FEDERAL RESOURCES
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
Or call 800-232-4636, open 24/7
Subjects are listed alphabetically.
EXERCISE AND FITNESS
Deb Lansman RYT, CPT, of Lansman’s Shape Shop, Wellington. While her fitness classes in Wellington are currently suspended, she recommends:
STATE OF OHIO RESOURCES
For the latest information on COVID-19, go to: coronavirus.ohio.gov.
If you have questions about COVID-19, call the Ohio Department of Health hotline at 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.
FEDERAL RESOURCES
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
Or call 800-232-4636, open 24/7
Subjects are listed alphabetically.
EXERCISE AND FITNESS
Deb Lansman RYT, CPT, of Lansman’s Shape Shop, Wellington. While her fitness classes in Wellington are currently suspended, she recommends:
- While watching TV, each time there is a commercial get up and walk around the house; do some squats; do some crunches.
- Deb and her husband walk 10,000 “steps” a day. One mile equals 2,000 steps, so that’s five miles a day!
- If you are not as active as you normally are, eat a good breakfast, eat your dinner at lunch time and have a very light evening meal no later than 6:30 p.m.
Lorain County Metro Parks
Take a hike with the family at the Metro Parks! Outdoor areas are open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
To see the trails at the Caley, Carlisle and Wellington Reservations, go to: https://www.loraincountymetroparks.com/trails
FREE ONLINE VIDEOS
Joe Wicks This enterprising Brit is a personal fitness coach who has created “5-Minute Moves” for kids to help them stay fit. (Pssst: they’re good for all ages.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3LPrhI0v-w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhHY8mOQ5eo
YMCA of Greater Cleveland:
To watch free videos, go to https://ymca360.org/on-demand#/
In addition, these organizations are offering free fitness content during the quarantine:
• Nike Training Club: https://www.nike.com/ntc-app?cp=34674701600_search_&gclid=CJalhInBgekCFVeUxQId_LIBOg&gclsrc=ds
• Daily Burn, 60-day free trial: https://lp.dailyburn.com/workoutathome/index.html
• Fitbit Premium, 90-day free trial: https://www.fitbit.com/us/products/services/premium
• Peleton, 90-day free trial: https://www.onepeloton.com/app
There are loads of other free fitness demos online if you go to YouTube.com.
Take a hike with the family at the Metro Parks! Outdoor areas are open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
To see the trails at the Caley, Carlisle and Wellington Reservations, go to: https://www.loraincountymetroparks.com/trails
FREE ONLINE VIDEOS
Joe Wicks This enterprising Brit is a personal fitness coach who has created “5-Minute Moves” for kids to help them stay fit. (Pssst: they’re good for all ages.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3LPrhI0v-w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhHY8mOQ5eo
YMCA of Greater Cleveland:
To watch free videos, go to https://ymca360.org/on-demand#/
In addition, these organizations are offering free fitness content during the quarantine:
• Nike Training Club: https://www.nike.com/ntc-app?cp=34674701600_search_&gclid=CJalhInBgekCFVeUxQId_LIBOg&gclsrc=ds
• Daily Burn, 60-day free trial: https://lp.dailyburn.com/workoutathome/index.html
• Fitbit Premium, 90-day free trial: https://www.fitbit.com/us/products/services/premium
• Peleton, 90-day free trial: https://www.onepeloton.com/app
There are loads of other free fitness demos online if you go to YouTube.com.
FOOD
FOOD DELIVERY PROGRAMS
Food Delivery Project, Oberlin Community Services
Tel. 440-774-6579
This free delivery program is for Wellington-area residents who are home-bound or incapacitated. Food is delivered on the third Friday of every month.
Village Market
Wellington
Tel. 440-647-2169
This free program is for seniors only in lieu of the Wellington bus. You must call no later than 11 a.m. on the day of delivery or before.
Food is delivered on Tuesday and Thursday, from noon to 3 p.m.
FOOD PANTRIES
Please note that the Wellington Community Meal Program at area churches has been suspended until further notice.
Oberlin Community Services (OCS)
285 South Professor Street
Oberlin
Tel.: 440-774-6579
www.oberlincommunityservices.org
OCS Drive-up Food Distribution (contact-free):
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
1:30 to 2 p.m. for seniors
2:15 to 3:30 p.m. for all others
(Once-a-month Mass Food Distributions are cancelled until further notice)
St. Patrick’s “Helping Hands”
St. Patrick Catholic Church (the old church)
510 North Main Street
Wellington
Tel.: 440-647-4375
Schedule:
Third Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday following the third Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m.
Food for those living in zip code 44090 only; must bring photo ID.
Well-Help Food Pantry
127 Park Place
(First United Methodist Church)
Wellington, OH 44090
Tel. 440-647-2689
Drive-Up Food Distribution (contact-free)
Monday through Friday, 10 to 11:45 a.m.
Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio
Mobile Food Pantry
Tel. 440-960-2265
For a list of mobile operations, go to:
https://www.secondharvestfoodbank.org/find-help/mobile-food-distributions
FOOD DELIVERY PROGRAMS
Food Delivery Project, Oberlin Community Services
Tel. 440-774-6579
This free delivery program is for Wellington-area residents who are home-bound or incapacitated. Food is delivered on the third Friday of every month.
Village Market
Wellington
Tel. 440-647-2169
This free program is for seniors only in lieu of the Wellington bus. You must call no later than 11 a.m. on the day of delivery or before.
Food is delivered on Tuesday and Thursday, from noon to 3 p.m.
FOOD PANTRIES
Please note that the Wellington Community Meal Program at area churches has been suspended until further notice.
Oberlin Community Services (OCS)
285 South Professor Street
Oberlin
Tel.: 440-774-6579
www.oberlincommunityservices.org
OCS Drive-up Food Distribution (contact-free):
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
1:30 to 2 p.m. for seniors
2:15 to 3:30 p.m. for all others
(Once-a-month Mass Food Distributions are cancelled until further notice)
St. Patrick’s “Helping Hands”
St. Patrick Catholic Church (the old church)
510 North Main Street
Wellington
Tel.: 440-647-4375
Schedule:
Third Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday following the third Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m.
Food for those living in zip code 44090 only; must bring photo ID.
Well-Help Food Pantry
127 Park Place
(First United Methodist Church)
Wellington, OH 44090
Tel. 440-647-2689
Drive-Up Food Distribution (contact-free)
Monday through Friday, 10 to 11:45 a.m.
Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio
Mobile Food Pantry
Tel. 440-960-2265
For a list of mobile operations, go to:
https://www.secondharvestfoodbank.org/find-help/mobile-food-distributions
FOOD/SNAP BENEFITS:
For the Ohio Direction Card/EBT, you can apply online:
https://jfs.ohio.gov/ofam/foodstamps.stm
Or go online and visit the Lorain County Department of Jobs and Family Services (LCDJFS): http://www.lcdjfs.com/financial-support-services/food-assistance
Tel. 440-323-5726
Please note that the lobby is currently closed.
For the latest news from LCDJFS, go to http://www.lcdjfs.com/latest-news--updates
FREE “GRAB-AND-GO” BREAKFASTS, LUNCHES FOR KIDS
Children 18 years and younger who live in Wellington can enjoy free sack breakfasts and lunches from Wellington High School, 629 North Main Street; tel. 440-647-3734. People can drive up for curbside service behind the school cafeteria. No documents are required.
Breakfast is from Monday through Friday, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.; Lunch is from Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
HEALTH AND MEDICAL
2-1-1 “First Call for Help” Program, United Way of Greater Lorain County
(or toll-free at 800-275-6106); www.211lorain.org
United Way of Greater Lorain County provides a 24/7 free dial-up service to help connect those in need with health and human services, such as food and delivery services, health and wellness programs, transportation and other issues.
Lorain County Public Health (LCPH)
LCPH has loads of resources to help you during the crisis, with information about how to slow the spread of COVID 19, WIC benefits and more.
Tel. 440-322-6367 or go to https://www.loraincountyhealth.com/
Mercy Health
Mercy Health is now offering COVID-19 video visits free of charge to those experiencing symptoms and those who may have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19. Use the free virtual visit if you:
• Are showing possible COVID-19 symptoms
• May have been exposed to someone diagnosed with a positive case of COVID-19
Visit bonsecours247.com or download the Bon Secours 24/7 app for free from the app store. Use the Coupon Code CARE2020 for your free COVID-19 visit.
This service is for non-emergency COVID-19 visits only. If you are having a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
LOCATIONS:
Mercy Health -- Allen Hospital
200 W Lorain St
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
440-775-1211
Mercy Health -- Lorain Hospital
3700 Kolbe Rd.
Lorain, Ohio 44053
440-960-4000
Mercy Health -- Wellington Primary Care
Family practice physician
508 Dickson St Suite 2
440-647-2225
YMCA of Greater Cleveland
Go to https://www.clevelandymca.org/ for a list of locations and contact information. Go to https://www.clevelandymca.org/covid19support.html to see how your paid membership helps support the homeless, those addicted and seniors who are connecting virtually.
For the Ohio Direction Card/EBT, you can apply online:
https://jfs.ohio.gov/ofam/foodstamps.stm
Or go online and visit the Lorain County Department of Jobs and Family Services (LCDJFS): http://www.lcdjfs.com/financial-support-services/food-assistance
Tel. 440-323-5726
Please note that the lobby is currently closed.
For the latest news from LCDJFS, go to http://www.lcdjfs.com/latest-news--updates
FREE “GRAB-AND-GO” BREAKFASTS, LUNCHES FOR KIDS
Children 18 years and younger who live in Wellington can enjoy free sack breakfasts and lunches from Wellington High School, 629 North Main Street; tel. 440-647-3734. People can drive up for curbside service behind the school cafeteria. No documents are required.
Breakfast is from Monday through Friday, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.; Lunch is from Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
HEALTH AND MEDICAL
2-1-1 “First Call for Help” Program, United Way of Greater Lorain County
(or toll-free at 800-275-6106); www.211lorain.org
United Way of Greater Lorain County provides a 24/7 free dial-up service to help connect those in need with health and human services, such as food and delivery services, health and wellness programs, transportation and other issues.
Lorain County Public Health (LCPH)
LCPH has loads of resources to help you during the crisis, with information about how to slow the spread of COVID 19, WIC benefits and more.
Tel. 440-322-6367 or go to https://www.loraincountyhealth.com/
Mercy Health
Mercy Health is now offering COVID-19 video visits free of charge to those experiencing symptoms and those who may have been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19. Use the free virtual visit if you:
• Are showing possible COVID-19 symptoms
• May have been exposed to someone diagnosed with a positive case of COVID-19
Visit bonsecours247.com or download the Bon Secours 24/7 app for free from the app store. Use the Coupon Code CARE2020 for your free COVID-19 visit.
This service is for non-emergency COVID-19 visits only. If you are having a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
LOCATIONS:
Mercy Health -- Allen Hospital
200 W Lorain St
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
440-775-1211
Mercy Health -- Lorain Hospital
3700 Kolbe Rd.
Lorain, Ohio 44053
440-960-4000
Mercy Health -- Wellington Primary Care
Family practice physician
508 Dickson St Suite 2
440-647-2225
YMCA of Greater Cleveland
Go to https://www.clevelandymca.org/ for a list of locations and contact information. Go to https://www.clevelandymca.org/covid19support.html to see how your paid membership helps support the homeless, those addicted and seniors who are connecting virtually.
MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES
Mental Health, Addiction and Recovery Services (MHARS)
Mental health and substance use services are ESSENTIAL, and agencies are still serving the public. MHARS lists providers for both mental health and addiction issues.
Crisis Hotline: 1-800-888-6161
Mental Health Services Non-Emergency Line (Navigator): 440-240-7025
Alcohol and Other Drug Services Non-Emergency Line: 440-282-9920
If feeling stress or anxiety over coronavirus, call the Disaster Distress Line: 1-800-985-5990
Call the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services at 1-877-275-6364, Extended hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday through Friday
Crisis Text Line: Text 4hope to 741741 or facebook.com/crisistextline
There is also a special website devoted to coronavirus: https://mha.ohio.gov/Health-Professionals/About-Mental-Health-and-Addiction-Treatment/Emergency-Preparedness/Coronavirus
NUTRITION
Libby Showalter, MS, RD, LD, LIVESTRONG Dietitian for the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and THRIVE! Dietitian has prepared a special guide on "Tips to Eat Healthy" and "Tips to Stay Healthy During Coronavirus." Go to: Recipes
MyPlate
This federal government site offers loads of tips on what and how much to buy during the coronavirus crisis, plus recipes.
https://www.choosemyplate.gov/coronavirus
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lorain County Office on Aging (LCOOA), Southern Satellite Office
LCOOA provides seniors with so many resources, including help with food/nutrition.
Tel. 440-647-0777
https://lcooa.org/
SilverSneakers
SilverSneakers is a completely free fitness program for Medicare beneficiaries. You’ll get a newsletter with tons of useful articles, be able to access exercise videos and much more.
https://tools.silversneakers.com/
https://www.silversneakers.com/blog/coronavirus/ -- for information about seniors and the coronavirus
Mental Health, Addiction and Recovery Services (MHARS)
Mental health and substance use services are ESSENTIAL, and agencies are still serving the public. MHARS lists providers for both mental health and addiction issues.
Crisis Hotline: 1-800-888-6161
Mental Health Services Non-Emergency Line (Navigator): 440-240-7025
Alcohol and Other Drug Services Non-Emergency Line: 440-282-9920
If feeling stress or anxiety over coronavirus, call the Disaster Distress Line: 1-800-985-5990
Call the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services at 1-877-275-6364, Extended hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday through Friday
Crisis Text Line: Text 4hope to 741741 or facebook.com/crisistextline
There is also a special website devoted to coronavirus: https://mha.ohio.gov/Health-Professionals/About-Mental-Health-and-Addiction-Treatment/Emergency-Preparedness/Coronavirus
NUTRITION
Libby Showalter, MS, RD, LD, LIVESTRONG Dietitian for the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and THRIVE! Dietitian has prepared a special guide on "Tips to Eat Healthy" and "Tips to Stay Healthy During Coronavirus." Go to: Recipes
MyPlate
This federal government site offers loads of tips on what and how much to buy during the coronavirus crisis, plus recipes.
https://www.choosemyplate.gov/coronavirus
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lorain County Office on Aging (LCOOA), Southern Satellite Office
LCOOA provides seniors with so many resources, including help with food/nutrition.
Tel. 440-647-0777
https://lcooa.org/
SilverSneakers
SilverSneakers is a completely free fitness program for Medicare beneficiaries. You’ll get a newsletter with tons of useful articles, be able to access exercise videos and much more.
https://tools.silversneakers.com/
https://www.silversneakers.com/blog/coronavirus/ -- for information about seniors and the coronavirus