Success Stories

Clark County Success Story Ashley is Clark County’s newest Ohio START graduate. Ashley was a young mother struggling to parent her newborn daughter when she agreed to participate in Ohio START. Ashley was empowered to stand up for herself in some difficult situations and made tremendous progress. She is now in sober living with her […]

Tierra’s involvement with Trumbull County Children Services Ohio START team began in 2022, right before Christmas. Her son, DJ, was placed in her mother’s home due to safety concerns surrounding Tierra’s substance use and mental health. Tierra’s road to recovery was bumpy at first, and her journey did include relapse — but for every time

Join Mike and Ashley for Season1, Episode 17 of 3,000 Good Things. This week they reflect on Season 1 and the 17 incredible stories brought to us by a committed and diverse group of people. There are so many rich reminders of the great work happening across Ohio between families, workers, and the community every single

Join Mike and Ashley for Season1, Episode 16 of 3,000 Good Things. This week they talk with Julie, a child welfare administrator in a small county. They explore the importance of building relationships with youth in foster care, the challenges faced in navigating the system, and the significance of listening to the needs of young

Join Mike and Ashley for Season1, Episode 15 of 3,000 Good Things. This week they discuss measuring success in child welfare and the impact of praise. They explore with their guest, Christy, how success can be defined in various ways, emphasizing the significance of small wins. Christy shares real-life examples of how she measures success

Join Mike and Ashley for Season1, Episode 14 of 3,000 Good Things. This week they talk with Brittany, a family peer mentor, discussing the importance of community support for families navigating the child welfare system. Brittany shares her experiences in creating support groups for families in various situations, for those with open cases, closed cases and

Join Mike and Ashley for Season1, Episode 13 of 3,000 Good Things. In this episode, they delve into the inspiring journey of their guest Erik, a young man navigating his identity and experiences in foster care, and discuss the importance of advocacy, acceptance, and supportive relationships in fostering resilience among youth. Erik shares his personal

Join Mike and Ashley for Season1, Episode 12 of 3,000 Good Things. In this episode, they engage in a heartfelt conversation with Neil, who shares his transformative journey from a difficult childhood to becoming a dedicated father. Neil discusses the importance of mentorship, the role of supportive professionals in his life, the power of vulnerability, and

Join Mike and Ashley for Season1, Episode 11 of 3,000 Good Things. In this episode, hosts Mike and Ashley engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Alicia, a professor and researcher at The Ohio State University. They explore the significance of collaboration in child welfare, the complexities of implementation science, and the vital role caseworkers play

Join Mike and Ashley for Season1, Episode 10 of 3,000 Good Things. In this conversation, Mike and Ashley discuss the evolving landscape of child welfare with their guest Johanna, who shares insights from her 36 years of experience. They explore the importance of brain science, the dynamics of intimate partner violence, family search and engagement, and