
Serving patients since 1892, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, is a 1,059-bed, teaching hospital and OhioHealth’s largest hospital. Riverside Methodist shares the OhioHealth mission “to improve the health of those we serve.” It is recognized locally, regionally and nationally for quality healthcare and is consistently ranked one of the nation’s best hospitals.
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Trauma Survivors Day – 2026
Community Resources
Amputee Coalition
At the Amputee Coalition, we’re more than an organization—we’re a community, a lifeline, and a source of strength for over 5.6 million Americans with limb loss and limb difference. Whether you’re newly navigating this journey, supporting a loved one, or looking for ways to give back, this is your space. We proudly serve:
Populations Served:
- Individuals and children who have limb loss or limb difference.
- Those who have, are going through, or considering an amputation.
- Military service members and veterans.
- Caregivers, family members, and supporters.
- Advocates and community leaders.
- Healthcare professionals and community partners
- Organizations working to improve the lives of those with limb loss and limb difference


Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Organization (BRAVO)
The Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Organization (BRAVO) provides comprehensive individual and community programs for survivor advocacy and support to LGBTQI survivors of hate and bias violence, discrimination, intimate partner violence, stalking, and/or sexual assault.

Columbus CARE Coalition
Vision: Columbus is a trauma–responsive community where sensitivity, awareness and resilience exists in all neighborhoods and families.
Mission: To engage, support and educate Columbus residents on trauma, as well as community organizations and city programs who serve those residents.

Ohio Department of Health
The Ohio Department of Health’s mission is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans by transforming the state’s public health system through unique partnerships and funding streams; addressing the community conditions and inequities that lead to disparities in health outcomes; and implementing data-driven, evidence-based solutions.

Ohio Domestic Violence Network (ODVN)
The Ohio Domestic Violence Network advances the principles that all people have the right to an oppression and violence-free life; fosters changes in our economic, social, and political systems; and brings leadership, expertise, and best practices to community programs.

OhioHealth Grief Support Groups
We’re here to support you through the grief process and the “new normal” of your life. With the largest and most comprehensive grief program in central Ohio, we can help you understand and cope with your loss in a way that encourages personal healing and growth.
Services:
- Support groups for all ages, including children, adolescents and adults
- One-on-one counseling
- Workshops about grief and loss
- Expressive art therapy
- information and referral services
OhioHealth Sexual Assault Response Network of Central Ohio (SARNCO)
SARNCO provides immediate care to survivors of sexual assault at OhioHealth emergency departments and other local facilities. SARNCO also offers aftercare advocacy and free resources for emotional, social, legal and financial support.

Kaleidoscope Youth Center
We’ve been around since 1994. And we’re still one of a kind. In fact, we’re the largest and longest-standing organization in Ohio solely dedicated to serving and supporting LGBTQIA+ youth. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we work to provide a safer place, programming, and leadership opportunities so that youth can be free to explore who they are and empowered to become their confident, truest self.

VOICE
The VOICE (Violence Outreach, Intervention, Community Engagement) program provides vital resources to victims of violent crime ages 11-40 to help prevent re-injury and jail time and assist with recovery. This voluntary case management program provides wrap-around services and connects participants to needed medical, clinical and community social service programs.
Participants can receive financial incentives for their progress as they work through four phases with a social work/intervention team:
Self Sufficiency: Apply CBT model, address barriers, and show consistency with the life plan
Crisis Intervention: Introduction of intervention team, roles, needs assessment and consent
Stabilization: Connect with client post-discharge, identify life plan and goals, and introduce incentives
Action: Develop self-reliance, identify strengths following the CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) model, and address any barriers

Upcoming Programs & Events
NextSteps Online
Ongoing – The NextSteps program is a free 6-week self management course designed to recognize that YOU play the most important role in your recovery. based on the principles of self-management. It uses techniques that have been scientifically proven to increase one’s self confidence and sense of empowerment. NextSteps teaches you the skills to become an active self manager of your health and your life. Learn more here.
National Trauma Survivors Day!
The 3rd Wednesday in May is National Trauma Survivors Day! We celebrate together the strength and resiliency of trauma survivors, their family/friends, and the trauma professionals who go above and beyond every day. Learn more here.
TSN Coordinators
Tia Benton, MA, CDCA
Substance Abuse Coordinator
OhioHealth – Riverside Methodist Hospital
Trauma Services
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Michael Sawyers, MPH, BSN, RN, CEN

Clinical Outcomes Manager/ PI Coordinator
TSN Site Coordinator
OhioHealth – Riverside Methodist Hospital
Trauma Services
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3535 Olentangy River Rd.
Columbus, OH 43214
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