Week of November 4

The ground breaking film "The Right To Read" by Jenny Mackenzie and producer LeVar Burton is now available for FREE on YouTube. In this documentary, NAACP activist Kareem Weaver sets out to reform the low reading scores in his home of Oakland, California. Featuring stories from Weaver's own life, a teacher and two American families, The Right to Read dives into the fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational skill for life-long success: the ability to read.

The Christmas season brings hope, joy, and togetherness. For families in need, The Salvation Army in Central Ohio offers support through our annual Christmas Cheer Program, providing toys for children (14 and under) and hearty food boxes to make the season brighter. This service is available to families across Franklin County. Please see details about the program in the flyer, or by visiting the site link below.

Registration Dates:

December 2nd 10:00am-1:00pm AND 5:00pm – 7:00pm

December 4th 10:00am-1:00pm AND 5:00pm-7:00pm

December 5th 10:00am-1:00pm Saturday

Locations:

Salvation Army Citadel Worship and Service Center 3662 Karl Road, Columbus, OH 43224 614-262-8450 ext. 205

Salvation Army Hilltop Worship and Service Center 2300 West Mound Street, Columbus, OH 43204 614-274-7600 ext. 201

Salvation Army/Stowe Mission Center 888 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, OH 43206 614-449-8066 Salvation Army East Main Worship and Service Center 966 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 43205 614-437-2153

Salvation Army Chapel at Worthington Woods 760 Worthington Woods Blvd., Columbus, OH 43081 614-846-1884 ext. 10

Parents/Guardians will select toys and pick up a food box the week before Christmas. The time and location will be shared at Registration. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (614) 221-6561 x600

The Connecting Kids to Coverage (CKC) program aims to help pregnant people and children apply for Medicaid or CHIP insurance. Medicaid and CHIP offer free or low-cost health insurance for kids and teens. If you have uninsured children or are pregnant, you can get free assistance to apply or reapply for Medicaid in Ohio.

The Charitable Healthcare Network also connects families to free clinics and medical assistance here in Columbus. Click the link below to see a map of coverage sites.

The State of Ohio offers FREE ID cards for Residents.

Who is eligible for a free Ohio Identification Card?

In order to qualify for a Free Ohio Identification Card (ID):

• You must be an Ohio resident
• You must be 17 years old or older
• Ohioans who are under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or a guardian.
• You can not already hold a valid driver license. Driver License holders can, however, choose to downgrade to a State ID.

Where do I get a free Identification Card (ID)?

In-Person

Visit any BMV deputy registrar license agency in Ohio.

Online

Many individuals who already have a valid State Identification card can renew their ID online through BMV Online Services. Replacement IDs for lost or stolen cards may also be obtained in certain circumstances through BMV Online Services.

How do I get a free Identification Card (ID)?

Ohio Identification (ID) Cards are issued to Ohio residents who do not have a valid driver license. If an individual has a driver license in a different state and applies for an Ohio ID, the driver license from that state will be canceled.

Ohio ID cards are valid for four years or eight years and there is no minimum age for obtaining one. You must provide proof of:

• Full legal name
• Date of birth
• Social Security number (if ever assigned)
• Legal presence
• Ohio residency