Program areas at Ohio Children's Alliance
Advocacy services to ensure that Ohio's evolving public policies result in a system that is integrated, efficient, cost effective, and beneficial to those that matter most children and families. We work closely with state government officials, including leaders at odjfs, ohiomhas, medicaid, the governor's office, general assembly, and officials at the county and federal levels.
Bridges, extended foster care program - the program is funded by federal and state grants. Bridges is a voluntary program available to young adults, ages 18, 19, or 20 who left foster care in Ohio and who are in school, working, participating in an employment program, or have a medical condition that prevents them from going to school or working. The program provides guidance and support as they transition to adulthood. We support former foster youth as they build a bridge toward a brighter future.
Conferences and trainings to present best practices in trauma informed care, behavior management strategies, child and family services, medicaid back office readiness, middle management and public policy issues.