Referrals are often made to our agency which do not involve child abuse or neglect but do involve a situation in which families would appropriately benefit from intervention and assistance. In an effort to address such situations and lend support to children and families, we have added a category of service, "Supportive Services/Information and Referral". Such services are voluntary and may include telephone contacts, information letters, educational packets, and referrals to community services or other CCDJFS services.

For more information about our SSIR Program, please call (330) 424-7781, ext. 3144.

KPI was created to support children in homes of family who have committed to caring for them when birth parents cannot.

• A judge has ruled that your child was abused, neglected or dependent.
• A judge awarded legal custody of the child to you after July 1, 2005.
• Your income is not higher than 200 percent of federal poverty guidelines.
• To receive cash payments, eligible families must apply through their county public children services agency and complete a family home assessment.
• KPI payments are in addition to Ohio Works First (OWF) cash assistance received for the child.

Some kinship families will not be eligible for this program. However, it is important to find out what resources are available to your family.

If you are a resident of Columbiana County, you mat contact the KPI representative at (330) 424-7781, ext. 3144, for more information. If you are not a resident of Columbiana County, contact your local public children services or department of job and family services.