Equality Ohio identifies and transforms systems and institutions so LGBTQ+ Ohioans can fully access legal and lived equality.

Provides resources, a monitored helpline, and support in reporting crimes of elder abuse, neglect, fraud, and exploitation. Helpline: 1-800-411-2267

Offers protective shelter to women and their children fleeing an abusive environment and who cannot safely remain in their current residence. The short-term refuge available at Sojourner House (up to 30 days) provides women with a safe space, as well as assistance to help them meet their emotional, legal, medical, financial, housing, educational and vocational needs. Administrative office: (330) 782-5664, Domestic violence program: (330) 747-4040, 24-hour hotline: (866) 436-6269

Secures justice and resolves fundamental problems for those who are low income and vulnerable, by providing high quality legal services and working for systemic solutions. Main office: (440) 324-1121

Responds to the needs of victims (adults and children) experiencing domestic violence and provides education in the community aimed at reducing the incidence of domestic violence. Immediate assistance: (888) 285-5665, administrative assistance: (440) 286-7154

Provides legal services at no cost handling cases that involve basic needs such as health, shelter and safety, economics, education, and access to justice. Apply by phone according to specific languages or online for Legal Aid to complete an intake interview and determine financial eligibility. Applicants may self-report income and asset information about their household, but do not need to provide other documentation when completing intake.

Provides information and services for domestic violence, child abuse, and more. 24-hour helpline: (216) 391-4357

Community-based alternatives to police in Cleveland for housing, LGBTQIA+, mental health, domestic violence and sexual assault, youth, elders, crime, and substances.

Accepts discrimination complaints based on sexual orientation and gender identity or expression. How to file a complaint, Contact: (216) 698-6464

Offers legal advice and resources, and can connect you to a relevant lawyer via their Lawyer Referral Service. After a confidential intake interview, you will receive a referral to an attorney and/or additional resources. The referral and initial consultation are free. Fee arrangements will be determined between you and the attorney. Contact: (216) 696-3525

A non-profit law firm serving the legal needs of low-income and senior Ohioans in Columbiana, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Trumbull, and Wayne counties. Here you can find a list of all their main office locations, including each area's contact information.

Provides legal advocacy and rights protection for individuals with disabilities and offers these programs. Call (614) 466-7264 if you think your legal rights have been violated because of a disability.

Services offered include immigration, interpreting, refugee assistance, government referral assistance, economic services, voter registration, and English language classes. Main office: (216) 252-2900

Provides 24/7 crisis intervention, safety planning, and information on domestic violence. Contact: (800) 799-7233