Serving Those Who Served Us

Dedicated to serving those who served our nation with honor and sacrifice. We provide comprehensive support, resources, and advocacy for veterans and their families throughout Ohio.

Our Mission

Veterans Services Ohio exists to provide comprehensive support, resources, and advocacy for veterans and their families throughout the state of Ohio. We believe that those who served our country deserve the highest quality of care and support as they transition to civilian life and beyond.

Founded as a program of Axess Family Services (AFS), we work tirelessly to ensure that no veteran faces their challenges alone. Our team of dedicated professionals and volunteers are committed to providing personalized, compassionate care.

Our Vision

To create a future where care and support are right where people need them. We envision a community where every veteran has access to the resources they need to live fulfilling, successful lives.

Our Principles

Our Core Values

These principles guide everything we do and shape how we serve our veteran community.

Empathy

We approach every veteran with empathy, understanding, and genuine care for their wellbeing.

Excellence

We strive for the highest standards in all our services and continuously improve our programs.

Community

We believe in the power of connection and building strong support networks for veterans.

Loyalty

We are dedicated to serving those who served, with unwavering loyalty and dedication.

Our History

Foundation

2018

Veterans Services Ohio was established as a program of Axess Family Services to address the growing need for comprehensive veteran support in Ohio.

Program Expansion

2019

Launched mental health services and family support programs, recognizing the importance of holistic care for veterans and their loved ones.

Statewide Reach

2021

Expanded services to cover all 88 counties in Ohio, ensuring that veterans in rural and urban areas alike have access to our programs.

Innovation in Care

2023

Introduced telehealth services and digital resources to better serve veterans in remote areas and those with mobility challenges.

Continued Growth

2025

Today, we continue to evolve and expand our services, always with the goal of better serving Ohio's veteran community.

Our Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated professionals leading our mission to serve Ohio's veterans.

Executive Director

Army veteran with 25 years of service. Dedicated to improving veteran services across Ohio.

Clinical Director

Licensed clinical psychologist specializing in PTSD and veteran mental health.

Operations Manager

Air Force veteran with expertise in VA benefits and disability claims processing.

Family Services Coordinator

Military spouse and advocate for veteran families with 15 years of social work experience.

A Program of Axess Family Services

Veterans Services Ohio operates as a specialized program under Axess Family Services (AFS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans and their families. This partnership allows us to leverage additional resources and expertise to better serve our veteran community.