Kinnect Ohio - Ohiokan Kinship And Adoption Navigator - Adoption Expense Assistance | Kinnect Ohio

The purpose of the Post Adoption Special Services Subsidy (PASSS) is to assist Ohio families after the finalization of their adoption. The child does NOT have to meet either the federal or state definition of special needs to receive this subsidy. Each child may be eligible for up to $10,000 per year ($15,000 if residential treatment is recommended by a qualified professional).

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HelpLine211 Delaware OH

Physical Address

1427 E 36th St, Ste 4203f, Cleveland, OH 44114

Hours

Mon 8:30am - 6:30pm; Tue 8:30am - 6:30pm; Wed 8:30am - 6:30pm; Thu 8:30am - 6:30pm; Fri 8:30am - 6:30pm;

Voice

(844) 644-6526

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Application process

Apply for PASSS via the online portal, by e-mail or by mail. Appointments required.

Fee

None

Eligibility

PASSS funding is available postadoption regardless of the type of adoption (international, attorney, public or private agency), with the exception of stepparent adoptions. For full eligibility requirements, please visit their website.

Languages

Language Interpreter Services

Service area

Shelby County, Ohio Delaware County, Ohio Morrow County, Ohio Union County, Ohio Miami County, Ohio Logan County, Ohio

Agency info

Kinnect Ohio

Kinnect is an Ohio-based non-profit that develops programs and services to prevent entry and reduce the time children spend in the child welfare system. Kinnect is contracted with The Department of Children and Youth (DCY) to administer the OhioKAN program which provides information, support and services to adoptive and kinship families.