In Crisis?

NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL 24 HOUR CRISIS LINE FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF SEVENTEEN: 614-722-1800: Mental Health and substance abuse services for Franklin County, Ohio. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

24HR. CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE: 614-229-7000

If you believe that a child has been abused or neglected, please contact Licking County Job & Family Services. Reports may be made by calling our abuse and neglect hotline at 740.670.8888 or in person at 74 South Second Street, P.O. Box 5030, Newark, Ohio 43058-5030, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. After hours, weekend, and holiday emergency, please contact the Licking County Sheriff’s Office at 740.670.5500 and ask for the on-call social worker.

Licking County Mental Health and Recovery Board 740-522-1234

Additional Licking County Resources