You may ask for an extension of your OWF cash assistance if you can show a hardship. Some examples of hardship are taking care of a sick family member, temporary inability to work because of domestic violence, and homelessness.
You may ask your caseworker for an extension because of this hardship. If your request for an extension is denied or ignored, you may ask for a State Hearing by using any of the following methods:
- Fill out and mail the "State Hearing Request" attached to your termination notice
- Fill out and fax the "State Hearing Request" to 614-728-9574
- Call the ODJFS Consumer Access Line at 1-866-635-3748 (1-866-ODJFS-4U)
- Email the ODJFS Bureau of State Hearings at bsh@odjfs.state.oh.us
Next Steps
If your request for a hardship extension is denied and you disagree with this decision, contact Legal Aid right away.