Kinship caregivers are relatives who provide care for minor children. Grandfamilies are one of the forms of kinship caregiving, where biological grand or great-grandparents provide for the care of their grandchildren. Click here for more information and resources for kinship caregivers.
Ohio Reach Supporting current and former foster youth as they reach for higher education.
Ohio Bridges Supporting former foster youth with housing, employment and educational services.
Youth Navigator Network Assistance to navigate systems, access resources, and build an expanded network of support for youth and young adults in care/recently out of care.
Foster Youth Rights Handbook Resource to inform foster youth of their rights and normalcy standards within the system. Includes the Foster Youth Bill of Rights and the Youth & Family Ombudsman Office
Wakelet Collection - Foster Care Resources
Going to College? Help Completing the FAFSA This is a helpful resources to walk you through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
Interested in learning more or becoming a Foster Care support? Contact Julie Rudolph, MPA, LSW. Assistant Director of Mahoning County Children Services (330)941-8888 www.mahoningkids.com