OhioKAN Information Center
Explore the OhioKAN Information Center, where you’ll find valuable information and tools to support kinship and adoptive families across Ohio. Browse public resources, discover upcoming events, stay informed with the latest news, and access recordings from past events and trainings designed to educate and empower caregivers and communities.
Upcoming Events
Stay informed about upcoming OhioKAN events, including trainings, webinars, and community gatherings designed to support kinship and adoptive families. Check back regularly for new opportunities to learn, connect, and engage.
OhioKAN Learning Session:
OhioKAN Program Overview & General Information Session
November 12, 2026, from 1-2 p.m.
Are you caring for your grandchild, niece, nephew, or other loved one? Are you a kinship or adoptive family?
Join us on Thursday, November 12, for a free virtual learning session to learn more about OhioKAN, who we serve, how our Navigators work with families, and the ways we can help connect you to support within your community. Kinship and adoptive families are encouraged to attend. Providers and community partners are also welcome.
OhioKAN Learning Session:
Supports for Kinship & Adoptive Caregivers
Save the Date! February 17, from 1-2 p.m.
OhioKAN Learning Session:
Strengthening Partnerships Across the Child & Family System
Save the Date! May 12, from 1-2 p.m.
Explore Our Public Resource Hub
Kinship and adoptive families also can explore resources curated specifically to meet your needs across the entire state of Ohio. Click through to learn more about all the resources available to you in your area and statewide.
Bring OhioKAN to Your Community
Interested in having OhioKAN participate in your event or support your outreach efforts? Whether you’re planning a conference, community event, in-person or virtual presentation, or a learning collaborative, OhioKAN welcomes the opportunity to connect. You can also request free materials to share within your community. To get started, please complete the request form—we look forward to hearing from you.
News & Updates
Explore the latest news, updates, and stories featuring OhioKAN. From media coverage and blog posts to editions of our Currents newsletter, these updates showcase our work, partnerships, and impact across Ohio.
Currents
OhioKAN's Currents is our way of sharing program updates, success stories, and essential resources directly with kinship and adoptive families across Ohio. Stay informed about milestones, regional events, and more.
DCY Tuesday Times
The Tuesday Times shares the Ohio Department of Children and Youth’s (DCY’s) important news with partners, like county groups and helpers. It tells about new rules, funding, new programs, system changes, training, special letters, Governor news, and general news. Read the Latest!
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Guides & Materials
Explore helpful tools, guides, and presentations created to support kinship and adoptive families. These downloadable resources provide practical information you can use and share.
Guide to creating Kinship Friendly Schools
Guidance for educators and caregivers on supporting kinship families in school settings.
Featured Videos & Webinars
Explore a collection of videos and past webinars from OhioKAN and Kinnect, featuring helpful information, resources, and recordings from past events.
OhioKAN Learning Session: September 2026
What is Kinship Care?
Legal Relationships in Kinship Care
Supporting Kinship Families in the Community
Governor DeWine Honors Kinship Caregivers
OhioKAN Program Manual
OhioKAN is a flexible and responsive kinship and adoption navigator program designed to support children, youth, and their families. OhioKAN partners with families to strengthen their networks and connect them with programs and services that meet their unique needs. This program manual is a great place to get started.
As more states strengthen prevention services under Family First, OhioKAN offers a proven roadmap for building evidence-based supports that keeps families together. To learn more about implementing OhioKAN, email us at info@kinnect.org.