Ohio Family Care Association (OFCA)

Family connection, advocacy, education, and support are the core services of this statewide association. It brings adoptive, foster, kinship, and primary families together with support groups, agencies, and advocacy groups to share learning and support. OFCA works to include family perspectives in the development of child welfare policies, programs, and legislation, and educates others about families' lived experiences. Its warm line offers a place to talk with someone familiar with the child welfare system, ask questions, get resource referrals, and seek help navigating the system. The association also provides support for families advocating for themselves and hosts a conference. It serves families across Ohio from Columbus.