Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services

Category: Government office in Columbus, Ohio

Address: 1721 Northland Park Ave, Columbus, OH 43229, USA

Phone: +18446406446

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30AM–5PM

Tuesday: 7:30AM–5PM

Wednesday: 7:30AM–5PM

Thursday: 7:30AM–5PM

Friday: 7:30AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Antonio Silva

Sep 22, 2022

The worst service they never answer until (2 hours) waiting and all offices closed

Linda Johnston

Sep 21, 2022

When I call, I get misinformation and that the office IS OPEN. NOT SO. They make it Very difficult to validate you are who you are. Their response: send copies of your IDENTITY: SS card copy, birth certificate copy, DL copy, document with your name and address on it, and a Voided check!! If someone filed a fraudulent claim on my behalf, WHY would I Trust the Postal Service to get the info safely?! Of course, I can Pay extra to have it sent safely but I’m unemployed.

lisa jROCKS

Sep 21, 2022

Had interview today been on hold since 8 am it's now 916 am got two phone lines going ridiculous no one can be that busy.And my interview time ends at 930 am.Had`another interview at 11 am held 3 hours ofcourse I am late not fair at all.I was a hour early.Im still on hold this is so sad.OMG no one is there?Years later still on hold for hours.This is pure sad.I think the five star reviews are written by staff.A year later they are not answering for 4 hrs then hang up.So frustrated.

Dylan Burchnell

Sep 21, 2022

This place is a complete joke. We have been back and forth for the last year with this place about our case. Nobody knows what they’re doing over there…and you’re lucky if you get ahold of a real person. They send you an initial interview letter dated after the day of the interview. Send notices of missed appointments where nobody answers. We have spent hours on hold every time we’ve called. To top it all off, you can’t even go in to figure anything out.

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Questions & Answers

Why aren't they answering the phones? Ive literally been calling for 3 months. I get a message that their call volumn is high.

Linda Willson | Sep 23, 2018
Mr. hemphill | Sep 23, 2018

Go in person they are worthless and no matter who you complain to they don't care.

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I turned in all the paperwork for Medicaid BY MAIL. Now I got a letter that if I don't respond tomorrow Medicaid is cut off.They did not answer the phone all day today. Now what?

Peggy Hays | Sep 23, 2018
michele Ruddle-Evans | Mar 26, 2022

Peggy! 1st of all! Im sorry thatwelcome to Job & family services medicad! Where no one cares!! I personally cant drive due to Medical conditions! So,I got rides there,to go to there self serve,to get EVERYTHING faxed into my file! Long story short! I'd got cut off my food assistance, I ended up calling civil rights & filed an appeal, I did have a hrg & won & got bk pay! Anyways! There should be a fax number to your local job & family services., is that who told you that? If so,don't belive it,they did the same thing to my daughter! Call Medicaid toll free number! They are supposed to be seperate! Good luck. I hope this helped??Peggy Also! Make sure to keep an accurate file of your own,keep track of names,times that you called dates,keep copies of everything!! I worked for the state of ohio.yrs ago & always gave this advice to EVERYONE 😊p.s.NEVER mail ANYTHING & if you do pay the extra $1 or $2 & have it certified return,so you get track of WHO signed it!

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I had a over the phone interview and it was at 11 and no one ever called I waited all day

Catherine Mcd | Sep 23, 2017
michele Ruddle-Evans | Sep 23, 2018

I had an interview Tuesday at 10:30, "they" told my daughter & I they would call us!! It's even on our paperwork! We started calling them bk@ 10:40 am! To only get recordings they had a high volume of calls & then it disconnected us! What the heck!! And,I tried to call & talk to a supervisor! Due to all the problems we have had since moving from Fairfield county to Franklin county! This place is a joke!!

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Why in the heck haveen t i gotton any assistance other than medical when i am unemployed with two kids and i have no job and no income and they cant even assist me in food stamps...i appleied over a month ago and heard not thing back.

Nicole Fehrn | Sep 23, 2018
michele Ruddle-Evans | Sep 23, 2018

You filed a month ago for assistance? Nicole?? Omg!! Go there in person! Don't wait for these people,Iam sorry! Did you happen to make a copy of your paperwork? And for the jerk that told her to get a job?? Wth?? You don't know her circustances!

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What the point of an online portal and this shot not working..did everything followed the guidelines but it wint accept my password so I can even apply for benefits my children havent had any medical insurance for over a year

Ayaba El | Sep 23, 2019
Chylah Taylor | Sep 22, 2020

I had the same problem so n9w I'm waiting on a call back🙄

So I have been trying too call them for like a week now and keep getting the same message that they are too busy with calls and I have too try again later and it doesn't matter what option I choose it says the same thing

Brittany Keaton | Sep 23, 2018
michele Ruddle-Evans | Sep 23, 2018

Go in there,Ive had to go in there myself & waited 3 hours, pack something to drink & snacks just in case! When it comes to getting my assistance i need,i wont stop at anything,till i get answers,its best to go early in the morning or around 3 p.m cuzz they close at 4pm. It doesn't matter how many times you call, they don't answer! Or if you finally reach somone,they will give you a bogus answer! It's best to go in person & get the run around! Sorry but it's true😟

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Why yall open at 7:30 its 7:33 an the phone is saying yall closed this is terrible

marche pittman | Sep 23, 2019
Freddie Meadows | Sep 23, 2019

Phone lines open at 8a

I apply last month for food assistant and it's been a long time I haven't herd back from them after I turned in everything they asked for why so they take over a month?

Lisa Vazquez | Sep 23, 2017
Mr. hemphill | Sep 23, 2017

They should have responded in 30 days. If not call them or go in person to their office.

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What's the fax number

Dolores Culwell | Sep 23, 2018
Janis Kinder | Sep 22, 2021

What is Fax # Plz

Contact omsbudman who is over caseworkers and supervisor.. He or she will do what these caseworker/supervisors can't.

mehoness saliou | Sep 23, 2018
mehoness saliou | Sep 22, 2020

Omsbudsman contact number can be found in google search

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Where is my food stamp going to be on my card because i use to get them on the 5 of the month

Diane Donald | Sep 23, 2018
Richard Ruddle | Sep 23, 2018

U can call the number on the the back of your card, Normally,job & Family Services doesn't answer personal questions like this on here,I dont think? Or call customer service@ job & family Services

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I found my caseworker is a drug user and they have them helping me? They want to drug test what about their own workers how do i report this? I can't even call my caseworker so i want to report them. Does anyone know how to do that?

carrie mitchell | Sep 23, 2019
Patricia Reynolds | Sep 23, 2019

If you have concerns contact the Administrative Staff. You could possible go online see if there is a link for those folks.

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Never answer the phone..so how can you ask about your case

nylene Monahan | Sep 23, 2019
Tashianna Kwakye | Sep 23, 2019

You can also subscribe for text messaging alerts to get notifications about your case.

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My mom had a phone Interview for food assistant and I am waiting on phone from last 2 hours and 50 minutes still i am waiting?

Dipak Shah | Feb 24, 2022
kalyn name | Jun 24, 2022

I waited 2.5 hrs just for a lady to answer and hang up on me

Are job and family services open as of today?

Ismahan Abdi (Izzy) | Sep 22, 2020
Alex Gordon | Sep 22, 2020

Yes. 10 people are allowed in downstairs lobby at a time

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I did not get my food stamp yet did you change the day

Diane Donald | Sep 23, 2018
michele Ruddle-Evans | Sep 23, 2018

Then call your County,job & family sevices, customer service,or go in person

What's the fax number?

Shanny Green | Sep 15, 2022
Doug Brown | Sep 15, 2022

I'm an out sourced custodian there. I have no knowledge of their business operations!

I been waiting on the phone for 2 hours just for them to hang up I have an interview today who do I call if there not answer

Vanessa Rodriguez | Apr 25, 2022
Mr Grace | May 25, 2022

Unfortunately there is no one else to call except the 844#. This is their process.

im on disability my son and husband both lost their jobs february we sent all the right things and was told everything was good by 2 case workers now they say no paper work is not good enough after 1 and a half months this place place is horrible

Angie Bailey | Apr 25, 2022
Mr Grace | Apr 25, 2022

When you called did you speak with a case manager or call center agents? A case mgr would have run your case. A call center agent would have just confirmed the docs were received. If the docs didnt have the info to determine your eligibility......could that be what happened?

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do they allow walk-ins

Harry Peterman | Mar 26, 2022
Doug Brown | Mar 26, 2022

No net yet

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I need yall two help renew my food stamp please i did not get any thing in the mail so why is my stuff denied

Regina Thomas | Feb 24, 2022
Doug Brown | Feb 24, 2022

I'm a custodian there. I can't provide a answer

why doesnt the fax number work please verify number thanks

cynthia al-mansour | Sep 22, 2021
Doug Brown | Sep 22, 2021

Wouldn't know, I'm a custodial there

What's fax number

Tina Hanes | Sep 22, 2021
Wendy Wutzler | Sep 22, 2021

To which one

I called for an appointment and was put on a 2 hour wait and never got a call back so i tried to call again and it says they are closed.... am I gonna be denied my benefits now because they never called me back...

Aaron Ward | Sep 22, 2021
Mr Grace | Sep 22, 2021

The agency does not call out any more. You call in on your appointment time. If you call first thing tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. your wait time will be shorter and you will talk to a case manager.

I turned in all my documents October 16th so I can receive my stamps and still haven't received anything nor any of my documents been documented,still no stamps can't get in it touch with nobody call every day theyealways closed this is sad and if

Timikia Wiley | Sep 22, 2021
Alethia Martin | Sep 22, 2021

I did my paperwork back on August 21 for my Medicaid since I'm on disability and I haven't heard anything back from them no letter,call email nothing.. nobody won't even pick up the phone..

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How can they up and take away someone's health insurance without a warning and never a notice of termination???

Whiskermomma | Sep 22, 2021
Dave Hussell | Sep 22, 2021

I worked security there, wasn't involved with how they run it.

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What is the fax number

Mantika Burt | Sep 22, 2021
Dave Hussell | Sep 22, 2021

I don't know if they even have a fax.

Should I apply for welfare while waiting for a decision from unemployment? I will probably be turned down for UE because the employer is fighting me.

Patricia Levasseur | Sep 22, 2021
Ms. Donita Brittman | Sep 22, 2021

Yes, you can still apply for benefits while waiting on your decision.

What day are the kids getting money for food on there Ohio P-EBT card? My kids are in school at Home. Remote/Virtual Learning Academy!!

Brittney Taylor | Sep 22, 2021
Tina Hammons | Sep 22, 2021

Some are already receiving theirs but definitely by the end on September (this month) If your child/children are eligible and you haven't received them just call Franklin County until you receive them The days vary but you'll get them

Got a letter says I need a LTC verification, what is that

Steven M | Sep 22, 2020
Lou Korvah | Sep 22, 2020

LTC stands for long term care also known as waiver care. This is coverage for home health services, nursing home care.

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Can apply for food stamps online

Shona Caprice | Sep 22, 2020
Dave Hussell | Sep 22, 2020

I believe so.

Can someone tell what kind of information do I need to get my car fix.

CARAMEL SWEET | Sep 22, 2020
Tracy Parks | Sep 22, 2020

If you're employed with children in your household then you would need to submit the PRC application, your past 30 days proof of earnings, 2 estimates from two separate car repair shops showing how much it would cost to repair, proof of driver's license, title, registration, and insurance.

I was due to send in a paper in for renewal of medicaid and SNAP benefits by Oct. 15 but did not receive the paper until Oct. 11th will my benefits be affected?

Theresa Prochko | Sep 22, 2020
Patricia Reynolds | Sep 22, 2020

If they are request a state hearing. Take all requested forms and verifications into one of the opportunity centers have them scanned in and make sure you get a receipt. Also check county website some forms and email adress are available to submit forms and verifications.

I am from out of state and my family and I moved here do they allow out of state family to apply for benefits?

Beauty of Islam | Sep 23, 2019
Lou Korvah | Sep 23, 2019

Yes you can apply. You must provide proof that your benefits have been discontinued in the other state in order for benefits to be issued in Ohio.

What is their email? I was previously able to get I contact immediately with them this way. But lost the email.

Stephanie | Sep 23, 2019
Lou Korvah | Sep 23, 2019

No email for food, Medicaid, and cash benefits. You can use case manager direct e-mail, but not recommended. Better to fax verifications (you can fax for free from Columbus public library) or walk it in. You can also upload documents if you have access to your account at ssp.benefits.ohio.gov

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About food setup

Kevin | Sep 23, 2019
Lou Korvah | Sep 23, 2019

What is the question?

Can I apply for food stamps over the phone

tierra light | Sep 23, 2019
Melissa Y Mason | Sep 23, 2019

https://jfs.franklincountyohio.gov/fcdjfs-news/fcdjfs-provides-updates-ahead-of-transitioning-foo

How do I apply for PRC and A health care?

A Google User | Sep 23, 2019
Revena Clark | Oct 27, 2021

How do I apply for prc?

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Can someone else scan my papers for me if I cant make it into the office?

Courtni Stevens | Sep 23, 2019
Lou Korvah | Sep 23, 2019

Yes

What are income guidelines to qualify for benefits?

Diane Miller | Sep 23, 2019
Lou Korvah | Sep 23, 2019

Google it. Literally

I left a message at Kasichs office!!!!

Khristina Kerbawy | Sep 23, 2019
Jim Hall | Sep 23, 2019

should call franklin Co. county commissioners. They are in charge of Job and family services.

Why aren't they answering the phone I've called 4x this week on separate days and times and are on hold for over 45mins and still no answer..also the website to sign up or sign in isn't allowing me to do so..im so frustrated

Nancy Long | Sep 23, 2019
Lou Korvah | Sep 23, 2019

Start calling at 7:55am. The lines open at 8 am. Website address is ssp.benefits.ohio.gov

Should I just go in person to talk to them? Cause I live in Ross county and forgot to tell them I moved countys.

Zombie Rabb!t | Sep 23, 2019
Lou Korvah | Sep 23, 2019

Call to have your case transferred to Ross county

what shoukd i take when applying for food stamps. I would like to have everything in hand on first visit

James Moyer | Sep 23, 2018
Tashianna Kwakye | Sep 23, 2018

Verification of citizenship, all household income for last 30 to 90 days. Birth certificates and social security cards for all household members, verification of employment and or school/ training, bank statements, verification of residence, mortgage, lease or rent receipts

Does the fcjfs give transportation to and from doctors appointments

Lynn Love | Sep 23, 2018
Jamie Frazier | Sep 23, 2018

That is handled through medical insurance company call them to get doctor appointment transports.

Does fcjfs offer transportation to doctors appointment?

Lynn Love | Sep 23, 2018
Tracy Ross | Sep 23, 2018

Yes through Medicaid/transportation

I filled out an PRC application to get help with deposit and 1st month rent , but they want me to get them a potential lease agreement, the landlord doesn’t wanna get me signe the lease until I pay the deposit, I’m lost here can anyone give an idea ?

Slimane Grine | Sep 23, 2018
Shannon Foster | Sep 23, 2018

Ask the landlord for a lease agreement or a letter from them saying they will honor the deposit etc if its paid to them. Make sure its signed and phone number provided

Can i file for unemployment at this location?

Susie Dillon | Sep 23, 2018
Akena Smith | Sep 23, 2018

No

I need to talk to my case worker and i can't get thew

Mike Davis | Sep 23, 2018
carrie mitchell | Sep 23, 2019

The only reason they want to hide the caseworker is because some of them are abusive themselves. Thats what i found iut about my caseworker. They don't want you to know.

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Can you print prc application out

Parick Theisen | Sep 23, 2018
Shannon Foster | Sep 23, 2018

Yes

7:55am and still closed. At what time are for real open?

Yane Guzman | Sep 23, 2018
Sissy Jarvis | Sep 23, 2018

7am but every 3rd wed of the month they are closed. Someone was late getting their that day

I am trying to find out about my Food Stamps renewal.

A Google User | Sep 23, 2018
amazonred54 | Sep 23, 2018

Go into office is the best way to find out.

Do they still do emergency food stamps or at least good assurance and had vouchers

Kelly Longstreth | Sep 23, 2018
Cinthia Feliz | Sep 23, 2018

Yes

What all do i need to get my baby added to my food stamps and to get cash benifits ?

Kimberly Craig | Sep 23, 2017
brittany knight | Sep 23, 2017

I think you have to just take the baby's birth certificate in and they can add the baby

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