Ohio
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Ombudsman (Complaints)
Rights in Foster Care
On February 28, 2022, Governor DeWine signed Amended House Bill 4 into law, creating the Youth and Family Ombudsmen Office. The office shall...
Mental health
Health care
Emergency support
What is OhioRISE? The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) chose us to serve as the specialized managed care plan for children with the most complex...
Mental health
Emergency support
Life skills
In 2022, OhioRISE selected Choices as a Care Management Entity (CME) to provide wraparound services in Preble and Montgomery Counties. Choices is...
Ombudsman (Complaints)
What is the role of a Foster Care Ombudsman? To act as an independent forum for the investigation and resolution of complaints made by or on behalf of...
Education: College / Higher Ed
The Ohio Education and Training Voucher Program is a federally-funded, state-administered program designed to help youth who were in U.S. foster care...
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Health Care for Former Foster Youth
Did you know that young people from foster care have access to free Medicaid after they turn 18 through their 26th birthday? Qualification to access Medicaid is NOT dependant on employment or education status.
