SAFY of Ohio

09/10/2026

What does it mean to support a young person in foster care?

It means showing up. It means listening. It means celebrating milestones and helping through challenges. It means providing a safe and stable place to grow.

Foster parents play a vital role in helping youth build confidence and thrive.

Watch this video to see the impact foster parents make every day, and discover how you can be part of a youth's journey.

Learn more about becoming a foster parent today.

09/10/2026

What does it mean to support a young person in foster care?

It means showing up. It means listening. It means celebrating milestones and helping through challenges. It means providing a safe and stable place to grow.

Foster parents play a vital role in helping youth build confidence and thrive.

Watch this video to see the impact foster parents make every day, and discover how you can be part of a youth's journey.

Learn more about becoming a foster parent today.

09/10/2026

Informed Families. Stronger Communities.

Technology helps us stay connected, but it also creates new opportunities to teach empathy, respect, and responsible decision-making.

Join SAFY’s free virtual training to learn practical ways adults can help young people build healthy digital habits.

Register today: https://qr.safy.org/DigitalSafety

09/08/2026

Foster care provides children and youth with a safe, stable home when they cannot remain with their families. It is a temporary arrangement, and every child's circumstances are different.

Foster care and adoption serve different purposes and involve different commitments. Foster care focuses on providing care and consistency for children while families work toward stability. When possible and appropriate, the goal is to support a child's safe return to their family.

This month's blog walks through how foster care works and what foster families can expect. Read more at https://www.safy.org/news-and-resources/interested-in-becoming-a-foster-parent-heres-everything-you-need-to-know

09/04/2026

From social media and gaming to artificial intelligence and emerging technology, today’s digital landscape continues to change.

Join SAFY for a free virtual training designed to help families and caregivers better understand the opportunities and challenges young people face online.

Register here: https://qr.safy.org/DigitalSafety

09/01/2026

Did you know? About 2.5 million children in the U.S. are growing up in kinship families—being raised by grandparents, other relatives, or close family friends. These families keep children safe and loved, yet often go unseen and unsupported.

During , we’re raising awareness and recommitting to listen, uplift, and work with kinship families all year long. 💜

Generations United

08/28/2026

School is back in session, and technology is part of children’s everyday lives.

As part of SAFY’s Back-to-School Digital Safety Series, we’re offering a free virtual training with nationally-recognized speaker Richard Guerry.

Join us for practical strategies that can help children navigate today’s digital world safely and responsibly.

Continuing education credits available for those who qualify.

Register today: https://qr.safy.org/DigitalSafety

08/27/2026

Julie Woods recently spoke about the growing need for foster parents in our region and how everyday families can make an extraordinary impact.

Watch her interview with WLIO:

Julie Woods from SAFY of Findlay has information on the need for foster parents!

08/26/2026

Supporting kinship caregivers is a shared community responsibility.

There are many ways to be part of a child's network of support: mentoring a young person, advocating for family-strengthening services, or simply being a trusted presence for a child or caregiver navigating a difficult time.

SAFY works alongside kinship caregivers, providing education and consistent support to help children experience stability and belonging.

To learn more about kinship care or explore how you can get involved, visit this month's blog: https://www.safy.org/news-and-resources/why-kinship-care-matters