Resources for Students in Foster Care Settings

The purpose of Child Welfare Services is to improve the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and families involved in the Child Welfare system through collaboration with the families and their community.

We serve all children, adults, and families who need protection from abuse, neglect, and exploitation; financial and economic support; their family relationships established, nurtured and continuum of education, prevention, and intervention services; strengths-based family assessment; direct services; and advocacy. Through the wise use of community resources and collaboration with the others, we provide a flexible process that promotes self-sufficiency while preserving dignity, privacy, and physical and emotional well-being.

12 North Wood Street

Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895

Phone: 567-242-2700

Allen County Children Services provide supportive services to children and their families to eliminate abuse and neglect of children. These services include substitute care for abused, neglected and dependent children who cannot safely remain in their homes as well as permanent homes through adoption, for those children who cannot be reunited with their parents or legal custodian.

220 W Livingston St, Suite 10

Celina, OH 45822

(419) 586-5106

(800) 837-4511 Toll Free

Angela.Nickell@jfs.ohio.gov

175 W. Franklin Street, Ste 150, Kenton, OH 43326-1972

Phone: (419) 675-1130

The goal of Hardin County JFS is to promote and protect the health and welfare of children, with the focus of keeping families together. This includes identifying, assessing and providing services to children and families in an effort to prevent further maltreatment. In the unfortunate situation when the parents/caregivers are unable to reunify with their children, HCJFS will work to locate a permanent placement for the children.

HCJFS is also responsible for Adult Protective Services. HCJFS works with communities and families to protect the elderly or adults who have disabilities from abuse, neglect and exploitation.

Shelby County Job and Family Services, Children Services Division, accepts, screens and investigates reports of suspected child abuse or neglect and assesses risk to the child. When necessary supportive in-home services are provided to families such as case planning, coordination of services and home management.

Children Services recruits, trains and licenses foster and adoptive families to care for children who are unable to remain safely in their birth home. The Division provides similar support for kinship caregivers and relatives who provide a safe home for children when they must be removed from their home.

Specialized services are identified and coordinated for the family and address problems that contributed to the abuse and neglect. Such services include but are not limited to mental health, and/or drug and alcohol counseling. The Division works cooperatively with the Shelby County Juvenile Court as well as many other community partners to ensure that children have a safe, stable and permanent home.

Adoption helps children find a permanent family when circumstances prevent them from staying with their birth family.

Foster Care gives children a temporary living situation when circumstances prevent them from staying at home. Inquire about becoming a foster parent by calling 419-238-5430, option 0.

Children Services is responsible for providing services to keep children safe and in their own homes when possible, and to reunify as quickly as possible when children cannot remain at home. Report abuse and neglect by calling 419-238-5430. Emergency calls outside of agency hours should be directed to the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Office at 419-238-3866 or the Van Wert City Police Department at 419-238-2462.

• Investigates reports of suspected child abuse or neglect and assessing risk to the child.

• Promotes stability and ensures safety of children by providing families supportive in-home services such as case planning, coordination of services and home management.

• Recruits, trains and licenses foster and adoptive families to care for children who are unable to remain safely in their birth home. The agency provides similar support for kinship caregivers, relatives who provide a safe home for children when they must be removed from their birth home.

• Identifies and coordinates specialized services for the family and address problems that contributed to the child abuse and neglect. Such services include mental health, and/or drug and/or alcohol counseling for families and children.

• Works cooperatively with the Logan County Juvenile Court as well as many other community partners to ensure that children have a safe, stable and permanent home.

General Questions

(614) 229-7100

Main Office

855 W. Mound St.

Columbus, OH 43223

Phone: (614) 275-2571

General Office Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Intake, Assessment and Investigations

4071 E. Main St.

Whitehall, OH 43213

Phone: (614) 229-7100

General Office Hours: 24 Hours

Provider Agency Concerns

855 W. Mound St.

Columbus, OH 43223

Phone: (614) 275-2621

General Office Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Protecting children and strengthening families are the core of Montgomery County Children Services’ mission. We investigate thousands of claims of abuse and neglect each year, and we prevent dangerous situations by working with families and providing them with helpful resources.

When the court places a child in our custody, our primary goal is to make that family whole again. This is accomplished through ongoing case management with birth families and foster families. Our staff fully appreciates the trauma children experience when they are removed from their home, and we strive to minimize that trauma and quickly facilitate a safe and stable environment.

If reunification is not possible, our staff will tirelessly work to match a child with a loving adoptive family. We have a proud history of ensuring safety and happiness for Montgomery County children. Key to our success is the ongoing recruitment of single and married foster parents, as we have 600 or more children in foster care at any given time.

If you see a situation of concern in your family or someone else’s family, please reach out to us by calling 937-224-KIDS (5437). Call the same number to learn about foster care if you wish to open your heart and your home to a child in need.

Since our founding in Lima, Ohio in 1984, our work has rested on a single, radical idea – children belong in families. Every child and family deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are an extraordinary team of 500 employees in seven states including Alabama, Colorado, Indiana, Kentucky, Nevada, Ohio and South Carolina who provide safety and healing so families and children can build resilience and thrive.

Services:

-Adoption Services

-Therapeutic Foster Care

-Family Preservation & Unification

-Behavioral Health

-Older Youth Services

Caring for Kids, Inc. is a private, non-profit adoption, foster care, and birth parent services agency licensed in the state of Ohio operating since 1995. We believe that each child, regardless of gender, race, nationality or special need deserves a family.

Our mission is to provide children of all ages with the safety and security of a healthy and loving family. Our experienced and professional team is committed to providing the most complete and compassionate services to birth families, adoptive families and foster families.

Ohio Adoptive Agency and Foster Care Agency Services

Based in northeast and central Ohio, we provide adoption and foster care services.

• Birth and adoptive parent supportive services

• International and domestic homestudies

• Pre- and post-placement training

• Foster care certification

Caring for Kids believes excellent communication is the foundation of every good relationship, therefore we make communication with our clients and their families our highest priority.

Services Provided by The Marsh Foundation

• On-campus group homes for males and females ages 7 - 17.

• A specialized residential program for male juvenile sex offenders.

• A specialized group home for males in need of independent living services.

• A strong network of foster homes and the ability to dually license homes for adoption if they so desire.

• Clinical services, including individual counseling, group counseling, joint sessions with family, community support programs and/or home-based services.

• On-campus school for youth in care.

• Full-time activities program for youth.

The Buckeye Ranch operates from six different locations to better serve clients in Central and Southwestern Ohio. We pride ourselves on offering specialized programming designed to meet the needs of our clients and their families. Our staff of dedicated Ranch professionals is committed to helping each youth and family achieve their goals.

Since the beginning, The Buckeye Ranch mission has been, restoring hope and providing healing for children, youth, and families.

Please contact our Admissions & Engagement Department for more specific information about how our programs and services can support you and your family. Referrals can be made in person at our Columbus locations, Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm or via phone at (614) 384-7798. Referrals can be faxed to (614) 384-7703.

Services offered:

-Foster Care

-Residential Treatment

-Day Treatment

-Community Support Programs

-Permanent Family Solutions Network

-Transitional Age Programing

We operate an emergency food pantry that is stocked by donations from individuals, churches, corporations, and grants. We provide Senior Food Boxes that are delivered by the Auglaize County Council on Aging. We also give weekend food backpacks to children in our local area.

Used as a permanent fundraiser, our thrift store provides good used clothing at an extremely reasonable price along with previously owned household items including dishes, jewelry, books, and much much more for deeply discounted cost.

Connection to emergency shelter, clothing for people in crisis, prescription assistance for those in financial distress, and ministry services for inmates at the Auglaize County Correctional Center.

Agape Ministries, Inc. is a non-profit charitable organization that has operated for 40 years in our community.

Our mission statement is to provide for those in need in Western Auglaize County.

Agape maintains a separate building known as the Client Services Building. It is here that we operate the Agape Choice Pantry, administer all Agape Programs, and maintain food inventory, administrative offices and other needs of the organization. It is here that we also have a small worship area known as our House of Hope.

Food assistance may be received every 30 days. All clients will be asked to sign a USDA Eligibility to Take Food Home Form which clearly states that by signing you are providing a self declaration that your income does not exceed 200% of the poverty level per household size. Clients will also be asked if all information is still accurate or if changes should be made to their file.

In order to assure assistance, we ask that clients arrive at least fifteen (15) minutes prior to the ending time for each pantry period. This allows our volunteers to best serve all those in need.

To be eligible to receive food from the Agape Food Pantry, you must be a resident of Western Auglaize County which covers Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville and St. Marys. Picture identification is required for all residents of a household who are 18 years of age or older. This can be a Driver’s License, State Identification, Student Identification, etc. A proof of residency is required each and every time a visit is made to the Agape Pantry. This must be a legitimate piece of mail with the individuals name, address and a visible date not exceeding thirty (30) days prior to the visit for all residents of the household who are 18 years of age or older. An example of this would be a utility bill, cable bill, telephone bill, etc.

Agape Food Pantry provides its services with Compassion, Honesty, Respect, Integrity, Support and Thoughtfulness.

The Food Pantry hours are:

Tuesday from 12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m.

Thursday from 12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m.

Once Upon A Child® buys and sells gently used kids' clothing, shoes, toys, and baby gear. We pay you cash on the spot and provide a convenient way to recycle the items your children have outgrown, giving those items a second life. Every day you’ll find an ever-changing selection of top name brands at up to 70% off regular retail prices. Get paid and save for being eco-friendly!

Each Once Upon A Child location is individually owned and operated by moms and dads like you, who understand money doesn’t grow on trees. Our customers want quality children’s clothing, and we’re excited that we can offer locally sourced, gently used items at up to 70% off of regular retail prices.

We strive to provide a fun and convenient way to sell your gently used kids’ items and an eco-friendly shopping experience. We offer payment on the spot for items we select that meet current style, safety, and condition standards. We maintain high merchandise standards by thoroughly inspecting all toys and equipment for any safety recalls.

Rustic Hope is a 501c3 non-profit organization that offers free support to single mothers before, during, and after delivery

Pregnancy can be a very difficult time for young women without a support system, and we faithfully believe that providing loving support is imperative to healthy pregnancies.

We are Christ centered and family focused.

Services may include temporary housing, transportation, food, clothing, baby supplies, daycare, adoption information, post abortive counseling, parenting classes, etc.

More importantly, Rustic Hope provides unconditional love. We consider every woman and child we help an important part of our family.

The Family Life Center of Auglaize County is a ministry that meets the needs of persons with pregnancy related concerns. The primary purpose of the FLC is to minister to women and men regarding pregnancy decisions. This includes not only those who parent, abort or place for adoption, but also those who have a negative pregnancy test and are at risk for future crisis pregnancy. Our goal is to show Christ's love to everyone through support and practical assistance. To do this, the FLC offers the following programs and services:

Free pregnancy testing, free limited ultrasounds, crisis and options counseling, 24 hour hotline service,

car seat program, pregnancy and parenting classes,

Baby Boutique, maternity clothing, referral and assistance to obtain prenatal care, and

STI testing for pregnant women and their partners

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Goodwill Stores and Donation Centers offer good quality items at a great price. More than 1,000 items like clothing, housewares and much more are placed on our sales floor daily.

The Auglaize County Crisis Center provides a network of safety for adult and child victims of domestic violence through 24-hour emergency crisis response, safety planning, shelter and case management. This agency is the only agency in Auglaize County providing shelter, food, case management and programming to survivors of family violence. These life altering programs assist adult and child survivors of domestic violence in strengthening their skills toward independence and self-direction. Each survivor secures a channel of safety through, emergency and transitional shelter (up to 90 days), food, basic needs, case management, legal advocacy, civil protection orders, transportation, financial empowerment education, and non-residential programs with a nine month follow up service. All of the above noted services are free of charge to all served. Additionally, this program provides information and referral, individual and group sessions in domestic violence, dating violence, parenting enrichment, anger management and family crisis management in order to build a foundation toward stabilizing and developing self- sufficiency and independence.

The Crisis Center serves both residential and non-residential survivors of domestic violence, that is, those that require the shelter for safety and those that require services but not shelter. The shelter program provides a 90 day stay with 30-day reviews of goals, both immediate and long term. New goals are established at the end of every 30-day period.

Ohio's Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Boards are the "HUB" of the local Recovery-Oriented System of Care. Boards engage local partners to educate, advocate, coordinate, and facilitate the programs, services, and supports needed for individuals, families, and communities. In order to meet their statutory duties, Boards are responsible for the following:

• Complete Continuum of Care

• Client Protection

• Client Coordination

• Housing Development/Management

• Community Education and Awareness

• Critical Incident Management

The mission of Family Resource Center is to provide specialized behavioral health services to individuals, children and families in our multi-cultural communities in order to strengthen family life and promote personal growth.

Mental Health Services

• Diagnostic Assessment

• Individual and Group Counseling

• Intensive Home-Based Treatment (Homebuilders)

• Multisystemic Therapy (MST)

• Problematic Sexual Behavior Treatment

• Play Therapy

• Crisis Intervention

• Psychiatric Services

• Community Psychiatric Support Services

• Maternal Mental Health

• Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)

• Prevention and Education Programs

Substance Abuse Services

• Diagnostic Assessment

• Individual Counseling

• Case Management

• Prevention and Education Programs

Coleman Professional Services is located in nine Ohio counties, serving clients living there and in surrounding locations.

Coleman Professional Services aspires to be the premier behavioral health, residential, and rehabilitation organization and an organization which demonstrates responsible growth that is financially stable. Coleman will engage and empower its customers and employees, fostering innovative solutions and seeking to continually exceed expectations.

Our mission is “to provide timely, effective, and efficient assessment, treatment, and support services for the residents of the surrounding areas who are experiencing or are impacted by behavioral health disorders.” Mental and substance use disorders affect people from all walks of life and age groups. These illnesses are common, recurrent, and often serious, but they are treatable and many people do recover. It is estimated that 20% of the population will experience a behavioral health disorder at some time in their lives.

To accomplish this mission, we hire professional clinical staff to meet the needs of our clients. We believe that local residents should not have to travel long distances to receive professional behavioral health services. We truly provide professional services – close to home. We are certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and our core programs are accredited by CARF, an international accrediting organization with rigorous standards.

We are a contract agency of the Tri-County Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board serving Mercer, Van Wert, and Paulding Counties. We are a not for profit corporation, an equal opportunity employer and provider, and we abide by non-discrimination policies.

In keeping with the mission of Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley, our Northern Counties Office is committed to caring for the elderly and disabled in the communities we serve. Our services include PASSPORT (Medicaid Waiver), Care Coordination and Assisted Living (waiver) in Champaign, Darke, Logan, Miami, Preble and Shelby Counties, as well as offering volunteer-based Senior Outreach services.

We also provide counseling for individuals and families, helping them deal with a wide range of situations and stressors. Our professional, licensed counselors are guides who provide direction to people in search of solutions, ultimately empowering them to resolve their problems.

CSSMV serves all faiths; you do not have to be Catholic. We offer our programs to people in need regardless of religion, ethnic background, or socioeconomic condition. All services involving a fee are provided on a sliding scale based on income.

Our team provides comprehensive care to meet the needs of clients seeking assistance for a variety of mental health issues. Please call us at (937) 440-7626 with questions or to schedule an appointment.

Behavior Health and Counseling is our primary service at nine offices across northwestern Ohio. We also have a Financial Opportunity Center and Food Pantry in Toledo.

At WOCAP we offer many programs to help assist you in feeding, housing and raising children as well as bettering your living situation, education, and employment.

Services:

-Early Head Start

-Head Start

-Emergency Services

-PIPP Plus

-E-HEAP

-Fair Housing

-Home Repair Program

-Most Valuable Parents Program

-Financial Management

2969 Blue Jacket Court

Lima, OH 45806

419-229-3007

*Medicaid Provider*

1702 Allentown Rd.

Lima, OH 45805

(419) 741-9903

*Medicaid Provider*

444 Bur Oak Drive

Greenville, OH 45331

Phone: (937)548-5051

info@rdeandmd.com

*Medicaid Provider*

4257 W 3rd St, ,

Dayton, Ohio

45417-1406

937-268-1665

*Medicaid Provider*