Support services for seniors in Grafton, LaGrange, Carlisle Township, Eaton Township, and Oberlin.

Use this guide to find rides, meals, benefits help, social programs, and health resources that are commonly needed by older adults and family caregivers in the area.

Transportation

Getting around without a personal vehicle? These services provide rides for medical appointments, shopping, and more.

Lorain County Transit Dial-A-Ride

Door-to-door service throughout Lorain County, including all rural townships.

Phone: 440-365-0224 (Scheduling, Mon-Fri 6am-6pm)

Cost: $1-2 per ride for seniors 65+

Booking: Reserve 2-14 days in advance. Wheelchair accessible.

ViaLC On-Demand Rides

App-based shared rides connecting to buses. Good for quick trips.

Phone: 440-901-5554 (or use Lorain County Transit app)

Cost: $1 for seniors/Medicare holders

Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am-6:30pm

Volunteer Driver Programs

Local churches and volunteers may provide rides. Contact:

  • Lorain County Office on Aging: 440-326-4800
  • Dial 2-1-1 for referrals to local volunteer drivers

Health services

UH Elyria Medical Center

Full hospital with senior primary care and geriatrics.

Address: 303 Chestnut Commons Dr, Elyria, OH 44035

Phone: 440-329-7500 (ER 24/7)

Appointments: 440-581-7764

Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid

UH Oberlin Health Center

Primary care and wellness visits.

Address: 25 W 9th St, Suite 204, Oberlin, OH 44074

Phone: 440-775-2290

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Medicare & Medicaid Navigation

Free counseling to help with enrollment, coverage questions, and appeals.

Lorain County Office on Aging: 440-326-4800

Ohio SHIP Helpline: 1-866-243-5678

Telehealth Options

Virtual doctor visits from home—no travel needed.

UH Telehealth: 1-866-844-2273

Ohio Medicaid Telehealth: 1-800-324-8680

Food and meals

Meals on Wheels (Home Delivery)

Hot meals delivered to your home 5+ days per week.

Neighborhood Alliance: 440-233-8768 (ext. 2)

Western Reserve Agency on Aging: 1-800-626-7278

Cost: Suggested $3-5/meal donation; free for very low income

Eligibility: Age 60+, homebound

Senior Center Meals

Eat with others at local senior centers (congregate dining).

  • Oberlin Senior Center: 440-774-6579, 500 E. Lorain St. (Mon/Wed/Fri)
  • Wellington (near LaGrange): 440-647-3263, First United Methodist Church

Cost: Suggested $3-4 donation

Food Pantries

  • Oberlin Community Services: 440-774-6579, 500 E. Lorain St. (Mon/Wed 1:30-4:30pm, Fri 1:30-3:30pm)
  • Well-Help Food Pantry (Wellington): 440-647-2689, 127 Park Place

Senior Farmers Market Vouchers

Free vouchers ($25-50) for fresh produce at local farmers markets.

Apply: Through Lorain County Office on Aging 440-326-4800

Eligibility: Age 60+, income below 185% poverty level

🤝 Community & Social Programs

Lorain Senior Center

Social activities, fitness classes, events. Free transportation to the center.

Address: 3361 Garfield Blvd, Lorain, OH 44052

Phone: 440-288-4040

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-3pm

Activities: Dance, fitness, cards, seasonal events

Oberlin Senior Center

Address: 90 E. College St., Oberlin, OH 44074

Phone: 440-233-8768 ext. 6217

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

Activities: Games, fitness, social time

Library Programs

Free tech classes, book clubs, and home delivery of books.

  • Oberlin Public Library: 440-935-0463, tech classes and book discussions
  • Lorain Public Library System: 440-988-7203, Books by Mail for homebound seniors

Financial and home assistance

Utility Payment Help (HEAP)

One-time grants for heating bills. Crisis assistance available.

Lorain County DJFS: 440-284-4465

Energy Help Hotline: 1-800-282-0880

Apply: October-March at energyhelp.ohio.gov

PIPP (Percentage of Income Payment Plan)

Cap your monthly utility bills at a percentage of your income.

Contact: Your utility company or 440-284-4465

Home Repair & Weatherization

Free insulation, heating repairs, and home improvements.

  • Great Lakes Community Action (GLCAP): 1-800-775-9767
  • USDA Rural Housing Repair (age 62+): 614-255-2400 (loans/grants for rural homes)

Property Tax Relief

Reduce your property taxes if you're 65+ with income below $37,300.

Lorain County Auditor: 440-329-5100

Apply by: December 31 each year

Free Legal Help

Civil legal assistance for housing, benefits, and elder rights.

Legal Aid Society of Cleveland: 440-323-8568

Address: 314 W 9th St Suite 200, Elyria, OH 44035

Eligibility: Low-income, age 60+ prioritized

Elder Abuse Hotline

Confidential reporting and help for seniors experiencing abuse or neglect.

Lorain County Adult Protective Services: 440-284-4465

Ohio Statewide Hotline: 855-644-6277 (24/7)

📞 Need Help Finding Services?

Dial 2-1-1 (or visit 211lorain.org)

Free referrals to local services, available 24/7.

Lorain County Office on Aging: 440-326-4800
534 South Abbe Rd, Elyria, OH 44035
Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

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