Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families: Linden Programs and Resources
The Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families initiative offers programs and services for Linden community members. Our goal is to work with partners in your neighborhood to help you and your family lead healthy lives.
Resources Near You
Fostering Career and Financial Growth
BOOST Job Training
We offer free job training and coaching to Linden residents, ages 18+. This program can help you get a full-time job with a starting wage of $18 per hour. Classes are offered monthly.
Questions? Call (614) 722-2750 or email Boost@NationwideChildrens.org.
Youth & Young Adult Employment Program
Linden residents, ages 16 to 24, can participate in a paid summer work opportunity. Participants will have the chance to learn, build skills and gain experience in a health care setting. Registration is open now through April 26.
For questions, contact HNHFWorkforceDev@NationwideChildrens.org.
High School Career Academy
This 6-month, after-school program allows Columbus City Schools students to explore different health care careers. Students meet with clinical and non-clinical staff from various departments and gain hands-on experience. Participants are required to attend two sessions per month and earn $12 per hour.
For questions and more information, contact HNHFWorkforceDev@NationwideChildrens.org.
614 File Free
614 File Free offers free tax help to Linden families with a total annual income less than $70,000. Our trained volunteers can help you file your taxes and access tax credits and refunds.
Questions? Contact 614FileFree@NationwideChildrens.org.
My Bridge 2 Success
The My Bridge 2 Success Program offers free financial advice, educational workshops and a matched savings program. You will meet with your coach once a month to set goals and talk through challenges. For every dollar you save in the program, it will be matched with another dollar for up to $5,000.
For more information, contact MyBridge2Success@NationwideChildrens.org.
Providing Health Options Near You
Linden Primary Care Centers
Two primary care centers in Linden offer full health care for children, ages 0 to 21. Our services include new baby checkups, sick visits, shots, teen health care, mental health services, nutrition services and more.
- Linden Primary Care Center at 1390 Cleveland Ave. (in the COTA building)
- Northern Lights Primary Care Center at 3553 Cleveland Ave.
To schedule an appointment, call (614) 722-6200.
School-Based Health Centers
We offer school-based health care to all students and their siblings at Linden-McKinley STEM and KIPP Columbus. It’s like a doctor’s office – but at school! Services include well checks, shots, sports physicals and more. Behavioral and mental health services are also provided in school and at home, including therapy, psychiatry and prevention programs.
For more information, email Tifini.Ray@NationwideChildrens.org.
To schedule an appointment, call (614) 355-2590, option 3.
Mobile Care Center
Our Mobile Care Centers bring health care directly to Linden. We have medical equipment and health care providers on board -- making it easier for your child to get care close to school or home.
For questions, email Michelle.Welsh@NationwideChildrens.org.
Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)
The Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) is a free support network for parents and caregivers of children, ages 0 to 16. Triple P provides simple strategies to help your family with behavior and other challenges. Individual and group sessions are provided by phone, Zoom and in-person.
Not sure if Triple P would fit your schedule? Try Triple P Online. This program is completely online and self-paced, so you can log on any time, day or night!
Questions? Call (614) 355-8099 or email TripleP@NationwideChildrens.org.
Proud Linden Parenting Program
The Proud Linden Parent Program is a free program for parents and caregivers of children, ages 2 to 8. The program helps you build relationships with other parents and caregivers in Linden. Together, you will learn skills and techniques for raising happy and healthy kids.
To sign up or learn more, call (614) 355-9327 or email PLPP@NationwideChildrens.org.
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation
We support the social and emotional development of Linden’s youngest learners. Our consultants offer training to child care providers and early learning staff on topics like planning around challenging behaviors and tips to promote family engagement. We also provide consultants to support care providers individually and can be available quickly when needed.
For more information, contact ECMH@NationwideChildrens.org or call (844) 678-2227.
Supporting Education and Achievement
SPARK
This free kindergarten readiness program helps prepare children for their first year of school. Your child will read new books, learn letter sounds, do preschool math and practice writing. Our goal is to help your child be successful in school and in life.
For questions, call (614) 355-0714 or email SPARK@NationwideChildrens.org.
Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS)
The Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS) program is for students who plan to go to college after graduating from high school and have an interest in math or science. The program offers mentoring, tutoring and interactive educational workshops during the school year.
There is also a six-week, summer session that prepares students for the next school year, offers college preparation, paid internship opportunities, field trips and fun hands-on activities. Participants get paid to attend workshops and all UBMS activities are free to participate.
The program is open to students who attend Linden-McKinley STEM Academy or live in the Linden area (43211).
If you have questions, email UBMS@NationwideChildrens.org.
Soccer and Literacy Program
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Final Third Foundation offer a free Soccer and Literacy Program at three Linden Schools. The program uses the power of sport to uplift students and teach skills like teamwork, leadership, critical thinking, problem solving and more.
Interested in learning more? Contact Edward.Miner@NationwideChildrens.org.
Be The One
We partner with Be The One at Linden-McKinley STEM Academy. Students in grades 7 to 12 can enroll in the class and work to build leadership skills, strong relationships and community service.
For more information, email Tifini.Ray@NationwideChildrens.org.
Building a Connected Community
PlayStreets
PlayStreets events promote outdoor play and social interaction in the Linden community. Events are in the summer and offer family-friendly activities, like food trucks, music, petting zoos, inflatables and more.
For questions and more information, contact Edward.Miner@NationwideChildrens.org.
Linden Leadership Academy
The Linden Leadership Academy gives you the knowledge and tools you need to become change agents in the community. During the program, you will attend 10 leadership sessions and complete a community-based team project.
For more information, contact CommunityRelations@NationwideChildrens.org.
Linden Advisory Council
This groups of residents provides feedback to the Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families initiatives.
For more information, contact CommunityRelations@NationwideChildrens.org.
Linden Fresh Market
The Linden Fresh Market and Charitable Pharmacy, 1464 Cleveland Ave., offers free produce, free medications and basic pharmacy services.
For more details, contact CommunityRelations@NationwideChildrens.org or call (614) 355-0715.
Offering a Safe and Affordable Place to Live
Healthy Homes
Healthy Homes provides affordable housing through homeownership, rental and home repair services in Linden. Our goal is to give families safe, stable homes so they can focus on their child’s education, health and overall well-being.
For questions and more details, email Rentals.HealthyHomes@NationwideChildrens.org or call (614) 355-0395.
Linden Home Repair
The Home Repair Program helps homeowners in Linden with exterior repairs, including:
- Roofs
- Windows
- Doors
- Porches
- Siding
- Painting
- Gutters
- Fences
- Walkways
- Landscaping
To request an application and see the qualifications, contact Guadalupe.Alvarez@NationwideChildrens.org or call (614) 355-3639.
Linden Rental Homes
The Linden Rental Homes Program provides safe and affordable rental housing to the Linden community. Applications are required.
For more information, contact Healthy Homes’ property management company, Sawmill Road Management at (614) 407-0739.
Linden Homeownership Program
Healthy Homes develops homes for sale in partnership with the Central Ohio Community Land Trust.
For more information about the Land Trust, visit their website at www.COCLT.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nationwide Children’s Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families initiative brings important programs and services to the community. The initiative is focused on five impact areas: affordable housing, community enrichment, economic development, education and health and wellness.
The programs and services expand upon the bold vision of the One Linden plan and are guided by resident priorities.
Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families is organized by Nationwide Children’s Hospital but works with many community partners to provide services and programming.
We know that a zip code predicts overall health. That includes where someone lives, how safe the neighborhood is, how many jobs are available, how easy it is to access health care and what educational opportunities are there.
We want to make sure all kids and families thrive. Our initiative works with partners to make sure the neighborhood has programs and services that residents say they need. We have used feedback from the One Linden plan to guide our efforts.
Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families provides programs and services based on resident feedback and partners with community organizations to offer additional services.
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Contact Us
Interested in learning more about Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families? Contact us at CommunityRelations@NationwideChildrens.org or call (614) 355-0715.
