Welcome to OhioKAN

OhioKAN is a 100% free service for Ohio's kinship and adoptive families. Call (844) OHIOKAN / (844) 644-6526  Mon - Fri 8:30am - 6:30pm to talk with an OhioKAN Navigator one on one.

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Announcements

You're invited! Learn about OhioKAN at our free virtual session on November 12. Register today!

OhioKAN Celebrates National Kinship Care Month.

OhioKAN added to the federal Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse with a rating of "Supported." Visit our OhioKAN Information Center to learn more.

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OhioKAN Supports Kinship & Adoptive Families in Ohio

OhioKAN Navigators provide free, personalized guidance to help you explore available local and statewide services, understand your options, and take the next step with confidence.

Not sure if OhioKAN is for you? Just give us a call and we can help you figure that out, too!

  • Basic Needs
  • Benefits Access & Coordination
  • Caregiver Health
  • Caregiver Education
  • Child Health
  • Child & Caregiver Social Support
  • Child Development
  • Childcare
  • Education & Schools
  • Family Functioning
  • Financial Assistance
  • Legal Aid & Services
Ways We Help
Contact OhioKAN
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One call could
make a difference...

Our OhioKAN Navigators are standing by. There are many ways to get started:

Call Us:
(844) OHIO-KAN
(844) 644-6526
Monday - Friday
8:30am - 6:30pm

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Email Us:
If you have a question but are not ready or in a position to make a phone call, you can email us your questions!

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Request Alternative Contact:
If you would prefer to text, receive direct mail, or need any other method of contact, we are here for you!

Other Ways
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“We are so glad we called you. Our OhioKAN Navigator was able to immediately connect us with several resources that are already making a huge difference for us. Thank you!”

KINSHIP FAMILY, CUYAHOGA COUNTY

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