How might families grow more connection and belonging?
Be part of a local-led movement to build community alongside people with developmental disabilities and families. Learn a new way of discovering, activating, and freely sharing the gifts of your community – and begin your family’s journey to more belonging.
Connect with us using the form below and please check out our blog!
Join Our Upcoming Virtual Events
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Storytelling Series led by Starfire
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Design Sessions led by Starfire
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Charting the Life Course trainings led by the University of Cincinnati Center of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCCEDD)
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Families at the Center of a Connected Community presentations led by Starfire
Interested In Joining?
Here’s everything you need to know:
Where is the Ohio Family Network (OFN) being spearheaded?
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Three Southwestern Ohio counties: Clermont, Hamilton, and Butler. Families from surrounding counties are also invited and encouraged to take part.
Who is the Ohio Family Network team?
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Team of dedicated parents who have done a project and stepped deeper into leadership to support other families in their journey of discovery
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Experts in building community and understanding what people with disabilities and families are up against
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Engage in outreach to local families
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Host learning opportunities
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Offer monthly gatherings to support families, people with disabilities, and local citizens to design and grow good lives and stronger communities
Who should join?
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The OFN is open to everyone. The more families who take part in this, the more momentum for this movement, so we encourage you to take the leap.
Each family receives:
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A project budget
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Equity
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Mentorship
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Invitations to storytelling events, Community Design Sessions, trainings, and more!
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An opportunity to grow in leadership of building more connected communities.
Who can I contact?
To learn more and join the OFN, contact Carol Combs at carol@starfirecouncil.org or complete the form below:
