FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio

Q: What neighborhood is FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio in?

FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio is in the Northland neighborhood.

Q: Is FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio in a walkable area?

FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Are there photos of FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio?

Yes — there are 15 photos of FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the phone number of FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio?

(614) 495-0276 will put you in contact with the team at FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio.

Q: Is FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio Medicare or Medicaid certified?

FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Firstlight Home Care of Central Ohio

Firstlight Home Care of Central Ohio is a licensed home care, memory care, and respite care agency at 1103 Schrock Rd Suite 105 in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio 43229. Licensed as 0252HHS, the agency holds BBB Accreditation, Home Care Pulse Certification, and Trusted Partner designation. FirstLight is not CMS-certified; clients using Ohio Medicaid programs should verify participation and billing arrangements directly.

The agency delivers non-medical personal care assistance, meal preparation, transportation, medication reminders, and companionship in clients’ homes. A specialized memory care program serves individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias with trained staff and enhanced caregiver-to-resident ratios. Respite care provides short-term relief for family caregivers. Veteran care is offered as a distinct service track, with clients potentially eligible for VA Aid & Attendance benefits. Post-surgical recovery and disability support are addressed through individualized care planning. The “Culture of Care” philosophy emphasizes building trust and respect. Caregivers are screened and matched to clients. Licensed nurses and CNAs staff the agency, with capability to coordinate with therapists, hospice services, and other specialists as needed.

The Northland office is 12.0 miles from downtown Columbus in a somewhat walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 41). Mount Carmel St. Ann’s hospital is 2.28 miles away. Service area extends to Columbus and surrounding areas, though specific geographic boundaries are not disclosed.

Detailed staff credentials, nurse-to-caregiver ratios, background screening procedures, bonding and liability coverage, emergency protocols, and supervision structures are not publicly disclosed. Ohio Department of Health inspection and regulatory records beyond the license number are not available. Specific pricing and insurance participation details are not published on the profile.

Families considering Firstlight Home Care of Central Ohio should verify staff credentials and training, background screening, liability insurance, emergency response protocols, supervision ratios, service availability.

(614) 495-0276

Types of Care at FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio

Home Care Memory Care Respite Care

Walk Score: 41 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Number0252HHS

State License Types0252HHS

CertificationsBBB Accredited Business, Home Care Pulse endorsed provider

AccreditationsBBB Accredited Business, Home Care Pulse Certified, Trusted Partner

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Rehabilitation

Home Care

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Religious ServicesYes

12.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.28 miles to nearest hospital (Mount Carmel St. Ann's)

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+

General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+

General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)

General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits

Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+

General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized

General OH resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits

Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)

General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits

Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized

General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.

Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county

Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits

Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

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What neighborhood is FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio in?

FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio is in the Northland neighborhood.

Is FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio in a walkable area?

FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio?

Yes — there are 15 photos of FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio?

(614) 495-0276 will put you in contact with the team at FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio.

Is FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio Medicare or Medicaid certified?

FirstLight Home Care of Central Ohio is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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