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Dayton Community Resources
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or sexual violence, YWCA Dayton’s 24/7 Crisis Hotline is 937-222-SAFE (937-222-7233).
Starting in Dayton, Ohio — expanding over time. These are independent community resources, not official P.E.A.C.E. partners. Services, eligibility, and any costs are set by each provider — check their official site.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Mental Health & Crisis Support
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, if you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress, a mental health crisis, or thoughts of suicide. A trained crisis counselor answers every call and text, and you can talk about whatever is weighing on you — you do not have to be in crisis to reach out. 988 is a nationwide U.S. service, so it is available to Dayton and Montgomery County residents just like anywhere else in the country.
Nationwide U.S. service — available to Dayton residents
For immediate physical danger or a medical emergency, call 911
You can also chat online at 988lifeline.org — helpful on a computer, or when talking feels hard. If texting is not available on your phone or plan, please call instead.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗YWCA Dayton
Safety, Domestic Violence & Family Support · Housing
YWCA Dayton operates the Montgomery County domestic violence shelter and a 24/7 crisis hotline for people experiencing domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking or human trafficking. Support can include safety planning, one-on-one case management, emergency shelter for women and children, help finding housing, and programs for children. What is available depends on eligibility and space — the hotline team can explain the options and next steps.
Downtown
141 W Third St, Dayton, OH 45402 · Directions to YWCA Dayton (opens in new tab)
24/7 Crisis Hotline (Montgomery County): 937-222-SAFE (937-222-7233)
In an emergency, call 911. Main office: 937-461-5550. The website also offers a text-based crisis chat with the hotline team.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗211 / United Way referral line
Referral · Food · Housing · Health · Benefits & Family
A general help line that connects people to local services like food, housing, utilities, and health help. Dial 2-1-1 or use the Dayton Metro Library's community resources page to find local referral options.
A good starting point for needs not covered by a specific listing below.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗Community Action Partnership of the Greater Dayton Area (CAP Dayton)
Basic Needs & Financial Assistance · Housing
A community action agency that helps eligible low-income residents with everyday costs and housing stability. In Montgomery County its programs can include help with home energy bills (HEAP), a year-round income-based utility payment plan (PIPP), summer and winter crisis programs, home weatherization and emergency home repair, homebuyer and financial counseling, and a legal clinic. Through a partnership with the Montgomery County Commission it also processes Prevention, Retention and Contingency (PRC) applications, which can help with rent or mortgage arrears and eviction-related legal fees. What you can apply for depends on current funding, eligibility, and program calendars — call ahead to confirm.
Downtown
719 S Main St, Dayton, OH 45402 · Directions to Community Action Partnership of the Greater Dayton Area (CAP Dayton) (opens in new tab)
Montgomery County office (agency headquarters): 937-341-5000
Now operating as Miami Valley Community Action Partnership — the capdayton.org address leads to its current site. Phone Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Dayton lobby Mon–Thu 8:30–11:30 a.m. and 1–3:30 p.m. Its food, clothing, and transportation programs run in other counties, not Montgomery.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗Montgomery County Job & Family Services
Benefits & Family · Food · Health · Employment · Local Government
County agency for programs such as SNAP food assistance, Medicaid, cash assistance, and child care help.
Eligibility and availability vary — confirm details with the provider.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗Montgomery County Family Assistance
Benefits & Family · Food · Health · Local Government
Information on applying for and managing family assistance benefits through the county.
Eligibility and availability vary — confirm details with the provider.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗Dayton Metro Library — Community Resources
Libraries · Housing · Food · Employment · Benefits & Family
The library's guide to local help with housing, food, employment, and family needs.
Eligibility and availability vary — confirm details with the provider.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗Dayton Metro Library — Career & Business Support
Libraries · Employment
Library help for job seekers and small business owners, including career and business resources.
Eligibility and availability vary — confirm details with the provider.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗City of Dayton — Community Resources
Local Government · Housing
The City of Dayton's hub for neighborhood and community programs and information.
Eligibility and availability vary — confirm details with the provider.
Visit official site (opens in new tab) ↗City of Dayton — Social Services Resources
Local Government · Health · Housing · Food
A city-maintained list of social service resources for residents.
Eligibility and availability vary — confirm details with the provider.
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