Community Resources

There are many community resources available to help families in Dayton. Please use the drop-down menu below to learn more about several support services available.

Brunner Literacy Center

The Brunner Literacy Center (BLC) is working to improve literacy throughout the Miami Valley. The BLC is the only center to offer one-on-one tutoring for free to English language learners, along with any adults who would like help with literacy.

The BLC offers an Adult Basic Education program, a GED preparation program, and continuing education opportunities. Families of DPS ELL students are welcome to make an intake appointment at the BLC by calling 937-567-9600.

Learn more here.

Catholic Social Services

Dayton Children's Hospital

Mental Health Resource Directory

Mental Health Resource Connection is a linkage service through Dayton Children’s Hospital that assists patients and families with finding the right behavioral health provider to fit their child’s needs while also considering families' location and insurance. This directory was created to provide families the ability to access resources within their own community by using filter features such as zip code, age of their child, and type of service they are seeking. The directory is maintained by the staff at MHRC.
Learn more here.

Community Resource Hub

Dayton Children’s Community Resource Hub is an online platform for finding and connecting to community-based organizations that provide services to address needs. All services listed are free or reduced cost. Our Community Resource Hub is powered by FindHelp.org (formerly Aunt Bertha).
Learn more here.

Family Echo

Montgomery County ADAMHS (Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services)

Omega Community Development Corporation

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

Tornadoes and other natural disasters can be difficult to cope with. The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has a variety of resources for families dealing with the aftermath of tornadoes.