SNAP EBT Card Update – Effective May 13, 2026
The Ohio Department of Job & Family Services has announced beginning May 13, 2026, all SNAP EBT cards will have blocks on online and out‑of‑state purchases. Recipients who do not use the “Lock Everywhere” feature will be most affected. To make an online or out‑of‑state purchase, SNAP recipients must unlock their card before shopping. This change is being implemented to help reduce ongoing fraudulent activity. In‑state, in‑person purchases at grocery stores will not be affected. The new requirement applies only to online and out‑of‑state transactions. Instructions on how to unlock your EBT card provided here, How to Unlock/Lock EBT Card
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Meet Our Families - Ron & Margie
July 17, 2026
Meet Ron and Margie! They have been foster parents for 9 months and have 3 adult sons, plus a 7-year old boy placed in their home. Ron and Margie love to spend time outside.
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What 10 Years of Foster Care Taught Me
June 25, 2026
Ten years ago, I thought our family was signing up to change children's lives. Now I know it has changed ours.
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July 17, 2026
Meet Ron and Margie! They have been foster parents for 9 months and have 3 adult sons, plus a 7-year old boy placed in their home. Ron and Margie love to spend time outside.
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Ten years ago, I thought our family was signing up to change children's lives. Now I know it has changed ours.
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Foster Parent Info Session
August 18, 2026
We are hosting a series of free, no pressure, monthly informational sessions. From the comfort of your own home or office, you can learn everything you need to know about becoming a foster parent in Medina County.
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Foster Parent Info Session
September 17, 2026
We are hosting a series of free, no pressure, monthly informational sessions. From the comfort of your own home or office, you can learn everything you need to know about becoming a foster parent in Medina County.
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August 18, 2026
We are hosting a series of free, no pressure, monthly informational sessions. From the comfort of your own home or office, you can learn everything you need to know about becoming a foster parent in Medina County.
Read MoreSeptember 17, 2026
We are hosting a series of free, no pressure, monthly informational sessions. From the comfort of your own home or office, you can learn everything you need to know about becoming a foster parent in Medina County.
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