Building Bridges To Brighter Futures.
Attention:
Cooling Centers in Columbus Ohio
As temperatures climb this summer, The Center for Healthy Families is committed to keeping our community safe, informed, and supported. Excessive heat can be dangerous, especially for children, seniors, and those without access to air conditioning.
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That’s why we’re helping spread the word about cooling centers across Columbus that are open and free to the public.
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What are Cooling Centers?
Cooling centers are air-conditioned public spaces—like libraries, community centers, and rec centers—where individuals and families can go during the hottest parts of the day to cool off and stay hydrated.
Cooling Centers in Columbus include:
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Columbus Metropolitan Libraries
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Columbus Community Centers (like Dodge, Glenwood, and Marion Franklin)
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Franklin County Jobs and Family Services buildings
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YMCA locations
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And more
Most centers are open during daytime business hours. Call ahead or check location hours to confirm.
Healthy Families Programs
Through our direct services model, Healthy Families provides both community- and school-based services. We offer support in the following areas: graduating high school and accessing post-secondary education; giving birth to a healthy baby; establishing healthy, supportive relationships; preventing and delaying additional pregnancies; finding safe, secure, and stable housing, and preparing for the workforce.
Advocacy,
Public Policy, and Influence
“Advocacy, Public Policy, and Influence (API) helps dismantle the systemic (and systematic) forces disproportionately impacting women and girls. By addressing the social, physical, and economic conditions—social determinants of health--
that impact the well-being of our primary constituents, The Center captures relevant data and evidence, and promotes capacity-building and action to close
these gaps and lessen the disparities.