🧭 Resource Overview
The Breathing Association is a longstanding nonprofit organization in Central Ohio that helps individuals and families improve lung health and access essential supports. They provide medical services through their Lung Health Clinic, help with utility payment assistance programs like HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) and related supports, smoking and vaping cessation services, and community outreach focused on better breathing and overall health.
📞 Contact Information
📍 Main Office: 741 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43205
☎️ Phone: (614) 457-4570
📧 General Email: info@breathingassociation.org
🌐 Website: https://breathingassociation.org/
⏰ Hours of Operation
🕗 Main Office & Clinic: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Note: Specific services (like HEAP or mobile clinic schedules) may have different hours — contact them or check the website for details.
👨👩👧👦 Who This Resource Serves
✔️ Individuals and families in Central Ohio
✔️ People needing help with lung health care regardless of insurance status
✔️ Households seeking utility assistance or help managing energy costs
✔️ People wanting support to quit smoking or vaping
🩺 Services Offered
📌 Lung Health Clinic – Free or low-cost respiratory care for asthma, COPD, and other lung conditions, including exams, pulmonary tests, immunizations, and smoking/vaping cessation support.
📌 Mobile Medical Unit – Outreach clinics across Central Ohio to bring lung health services closer to community members.
📌 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) – Helps income-eligible households apply for utility bill assistance and related crisis programs.
📌 Smoking & Nicotine Cessation Services – Education and support for individuals and groups seeking to quit.
📌 Referral & Outreach Services – Connecting families with additional community supports and resources.
📋 How to Access Services
- 📞 Call (614) 457-4570 to inquire about scheduling clinic visits, HEAP assistance, or other programs.
- 🖥️ Visit the Breathing Association website for information on clinic schedules, eligibility requirements, and mobile unit locations.
💡 FACCES Family Tip
The Lung Health Clinic serves patients regardless of insurance and can help with both health care and education around breathing conditions — calling early to check eligibility and schedule appointments can make it easier to access needed care.
🔄 Last Reviewed
1/28/2026
