Due to changes at the Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio, we will?not be taking any new patients from June 28–July 16, 2021. If you are a new patient looking to qualify to get help with your medications, please check back the week of July 19 when the schedule re-opens.
(614) 227-0301 | fax 227-0387 | 200 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43215
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Compassionate access to
prescription medication and care
A Local Solution to a National Crisis
At the Charitable Pharmacy, we provide medication, health screenings, health and wellness education, medication counseling, and social program referrals at no cost for low-income, uninsured, and underinsured Franklin County residents.
PLEASE NOTE: The Charitable Pharmacy is NOT ABLE to accept donations of any medications or supplies from individuals. This includes all medications (pills, insulin, vitamins), wound supplies, diabetic supplies (syringes, lancets, meters), catheters, and ostomy supplies. Thank you!
Helping those in need through
education, guidance, and resources
At the Charitable Pharmacy, we provide access to medications for people facing challenging health care situations. At the first visit, we evaluate each individual through a one-on-one consultation to determine the best way to serve his or her needs. Then, at each subsequent visit, the patient sits down with a staff member who monitors their medication, provides health screenings and education, makes necessary referrals, and answers any questions.
The Charitable Pharmacy has a new curbside process. When you arrive, please pull into one of the numbered parking spaces and call the number on the sign. The pharmacy will bring your medicine out to your car. Please note: There may be a short wait when you arrive.
All new patients are being qualified over the phone. You may schedule your phone appointment at the link below to go through the intake process. You will receive a phone call at the scheduled appointment time. If possible, please schedule your appointment at least three business days before you run out of medicine, as the filling process during COVID takes a few days. For questions, call (614) 227-0301 between 9 am and 3 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
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Welcome! You're on the right path to getting help with your health care concerns, including the filling of costly prescription medications. Simply follow these four steps to establish yourself as a new Charitable Pharmacy patient:
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To qualify for assistance from the Charitable Pharmacy, you must:
| The Charitable Pharmacy sees all new patients on an APPOINTMENT ONLY basis. To schedule your appointment, click the online scheduling link below, follow the prompts to choose a date and time, then answer all of the questions. When you see an appointment confirmation page, you will know that your appointment has been made.
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At the time of your phone appointment, pharmacy staff will call you at the number you provided. Calls typically last 20-30 minutes and must take place before we can fill your prescriptions. To assist in the process, please ask your doctor to send your prescriptions to the pharmacy electronically. When we call, be prepared to answer questions about your:
*Please do not come to the pharmacy at this time. The appointment must take place over the phone. | After you complete your phone appointment, we can begin to fill your prescriptions. It takes an average of 2 - 3 business days to get your medicine ready for pick up. During your phone appointment, we will arrange with you when you can expect your medication to be ready. The Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio is located at:
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Ready for a prescription refill, additional services, or need to re-qualify for our program? Walk-ins during open hours are accepted for existing patients only. You may come any time between 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. Please note that we do not take refill requests over the phone, e-mail, or web.
Health care providers and social service agencies may schedule appointments online for their clients. Please ensure that your client is a Franklin County resident and has income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (see the "I am a new Charitable Pharmacy patient" section above for exact guidelines). In addition, please check our formulary for the medications your client needs. If you believe your client will qualify, please CLICK HERE to schedule an appointment for your client.
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City of Columbus
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Mount Carmel Health System
United Way of Central Ohio
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
Ginni D. Ragan
Robert J. Weiler Family Fund of The Columbus Foundation
Rosati Windows
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Melanie Boyd & Steve Abbott
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Jerry Friedman & Julie Robbins
Barb and Mike Gasbarro Family Foundation
Jay & Lisa Godfrey
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Illinois Tools Works Inc.
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Jennifer Leeper
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Robert Schaefer
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Phil Moots & Marilyn Perrin
Marcia and Jaren Nodelman Charitable Trust of The Columbus Foundation
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Rose Poling
Laura Poling
Rick Ruth
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Robert Shelly
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Training for Pelotonia? Prefer a leisurely bike ride? Want to run in?the park with friends or take a stroll through the neighborhood??
Join the Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio for our 4th?annual fundraiser Rx Ride, Run & Stroll to help us purchase inhalers for our patients who can't otherwise afford them.?
Many people think asthma is a minor inconvenience but it can have serious consequences, including death. There are about 100,000 adults and 40,000 children in Franklin County living with asthma. You can help them breather?easier by registering today.
Each participant will receive a custom race T-shirt and finisher medal to celebrate their accomplishment. For those participating in the virtual races, you may pick up your medal at the Charitable Pharmacy or it will mailed to you.
All are welcome to join us afterwards for lunch courtesy of our friends at The Kitchen. ?Optional tours of the Charitable Pharmacy will be available.
Saturday, July 22, 2023
Thank you for joining us as an Rx Rider! This annual event helps us to provide medication and pharmaceutical services at no cost to vulnerable individuals and families in Franklin County. Your tax-deductible $60.00 registration fee includes lunch following the event.
The 70 mile trek will start at 7:30 a.m. The 40 mile ride will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the 12 mile ride begins at 9:30 a.m.
All rides will begin and end at Charitable Pharmacy/Livingston United Methodist Church in Downtown/German Village:
200 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, OH 43215
Riders of the 70 and 40 mile courses ride toward Lithopolis. Riders of the 12 mile course ride on Olentangy Trail. These are no drop rides.
A virtual option is also available for those that would like to participate in this charity bike ride event independently.
To register, please complete this form and continue to our donation page to make your payment. You will receive an email confirming your registration with ride details and to serve as receipt for your donation.
A catered lunch for all registrants will follow.
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Saturday, July 22, 2023
Join us in making patient
care priority number one
The Charitable Pharmacy has a new curbside process. When you arrive, please pull into one of the numbered parking spaces and call the number on the sign. The pharmacy?will bring your medicine out to your car. Please note: There may be a short wait when you arrive.
New patients are still being qualified over the phone. If you are interested in becoming a new patient with the Charitable Pharmacy, please call (614) 227-0301 between 9 am and 3 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays. Please call to qualify before coming to the pharmacy.
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