Ohio Association of Child Caring Agencies (OACCA) is a statewide association of child and family service providers that are united together to develop the best care possible for Ohio’s children and families.  Founded in 1973, OACCA advocates on public policy matters that affect children and families and the provider agencies that serve them.  We take an active approach to all state government policies, as well as local and federal issues.  We provide important services and benefits to our members and the public, including research, advocacy, education, and training.

Photos from 2012 OACCA Advocacy Conference

2012 OACCA Award Recipients

Virginia Colson Award for Service to Families and Children
Debbie Bennett, Director of Home Based Services, Lighthouse Youth Services

George Stevens Award for Service to OACCA
Chris Wolf, Executive Director, ViaQuest
Cynthia Deal, Executive Director, Northeast Ohio Adoption Services
Kristina Allwood, Director of Business Development and Government Relations, The Village Network

Public Partner of the Year Award
Angela Bergefurd, Chief of Policy, Office of Health Integration, ODMH

Child and Family Advocate of the Year
State Representative Ron Amstutz, Third House District

Featured Membership Benefit: COA Fee Discount

OACCA is partnering with the Council on Accreditation (COA) to offer Ohio’s child and family service agencies an incredible benefit: a 25% discount on COA accreditation fees. This benefit is available for private and public agencies. Learn more about membership benefits.