Overview
Athens County is located in southeastern Ohio and extends west from the Ohio River. It is approximately 509 square miles, with 507 square miles consisting of land and 2 square miles consisting of water. The total population living in Athens County in 2003 was 64,380 with a density of about 127 people per square mile. In a 2000 census, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that the median income for a household in the county was $27, 322 and the median income for a family was $39,785. About 14.00% of families and 27.40% of the population fall below the poverty line, and the unemployment rate was 8.4% in 2009. Ohio University is located here and is considered one of the highest employers in the county.
Additional information about Athens county can be obtained from the Athens County Chamber of Commerce, as well as from the links below.
- Complete Athens County Profile - Prepared by the Office of Strategic Research
- Athens County Visitors Bureau
- Athens County Historical Society
Cities, Villages, and Communities:
Cities - Athens, Nelsonville
Villages - Albany, Amesville, Buchtel, Chauncey, Coolville, Glouster, Jacksonville, Trimble
Census-Designated Place - The Plains
Unincorporated Communities - Carbondale, Canaanville, Guysville, Hockingport, Millfield, Modoc, New Marshfield, Redtown, Shade, Sharpsburg, Stewart
Health Resources in Athens County:
According to a community health assessment performed by the Appalachian Rural Health Institute in 2006, there were 116 physicians in Athens County which include medical doctors and osteopathic doctors. There were also 10 general dentistry practices in the Athens area. The Athens County Health Department provides many services to local residents.
The following is a list of some of the health services available:
- Health Recovery Services
- American Red Cross
- Athens County WIC
- Athens County Health Department
- Alcohol Drug Addiction & Mental Health Services
- Doctor’s Hospital of Nelsonville
- O’Bleness Memorial Hospital
- University Medical Associates
- Holzer Clinic
- Coolville Health Center
- Tri-County Mental Health & Counseling Services
- Sexual Assault Prevention
Exercise Facilities: WellWorks at Ohio University, Curves for Women, Athens Community Center
Assisted Living Facilities: The Lindley Inn, Hickory Creek Nursing Center, Echoing Meadows Residential Center
Diabetes Services
The Diabetes: A Family Matter Program:
For information about the local program, activities, and events contact Ruth Dudding at the Athens County Department of Health. Her contact information is dudding@health.athens.oh.us or 740-592-4431
Diabetes Coalition
This group provides monthly diabetes education, medical updates, and continuing education credit to diabetes educators and others working with and interested in diabetes. The group meets quarterly and is free. Contact Carol Merkle or Ann Brieck for more information.
Volunteer SUGARHelpers & Activities
Click Here for more info about current SUGAR Helper activities in Athens County
Diabetes: A Family Matter
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