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Recognizing The Bonner/Geelen Family ⭐ We Raise Hope Foster Parent Conference Award Recipients! Originally licensed as kinship caregivers for a placement that fell through, they felt called to continue their journey. Instead of stepping back, they leaned in. They applied everything they learned to continue fostering and opening their home to youth, always prioritizing connection, healing, and family. They believe children deserve to experience childhood, free from adult conflict, and they work intentionally to build strong relationships with primary families. Their journey reflects the heart of foster care: reunification, compassion, and a deep commitment to what is best for each child. Show some love for the Bonner/Geelen family! #NationalFosterCareMonth #FosterFamily #EveryChildMatters # FosterLove

Join us for an in-person hiring event at The Buckeye Ranch! We are seeking Residential Mental Health Technicians to support youth ages 9-17 in our Residential Treatment Program in Grove City. This role provides one-on-one and group support, helping create a safe, trauma-informed environment where young people can grow, heal, and build essential life skills. 📅 Thursday, June 4, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 The Buckeye Ranch Hope Treatment Center 5665 Hoover Road, Grove City, Ohio As a Mental Health Technician, you will: • Support youth in developing age-appropriate behaviors and interpersonal skills • Provide supervision and guidance in group and individual settings • Respond to crisis situations using trauma-informed approaches • Help maintain a safe, positive treatment environment What to bring: 📃Resume What to wear: 👔Business casual attire If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and families, we would love to meet you. RSVP encouraged🔗bit.ly/TBR-HiringEvent Walk-ins welcome! #TheBuckeyeRanch #MentalHealthCareers #HiringEvent #BehavioralHealth #GroveCityJobs

May is National Foster Care Month! Right now, children in our community are waiting for a safe place to land. A warm meal. A steady routine. A caring adult who says, “You matter.” Becoming a foster parent with The Buckeye Ranch means you are never alone. Our team provides training, guidance, and 24/7 support every step of the way. If you have room in your heart or home, this month is the perfect time to learn more 🔗bit.ly/TBRFosterCare

We’re excited to spotlight a few of our amazing Foster Care case managers at The Buckeye Ranch who serve families across our Southwest and Central Ohio regions - from Hamilton County all the way east to Muskingum and Coshocton. This team works tirelessly to support more than 200 foster and kinship families, making sure caregivers and children have the resources, guidance, and encouragement they need. Their dedication shows up in every home visit, every late‑night call, and every moment they spend advocating for the kids and families we serve. We’re so grateful for their compassion, their commitment, and the heart they bring to this work every single day. Learn more about the services this team supports: bit.ly/TBRFosterCare #NationalFosterCareMonth #FosterFamily #EveryChildMatters # FosterLove

Join us as we celebrate Eid with our Somali Outreach Program community 🌙 You are invited to an afternoon filled with connection, culture, and joy. From henna and face painting to delicious food, activities, and gifts, this special event is designed for the whole family to enjoy. 📅 Saturday, May 30 ⏰ 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. 📍 The Bonner Academy, 2865 West Broad St., Columbus, OH 43204 Have questions? Email njamale@buckeyeranch.org Learn more about our work: https://lnkd.in/eEWGSiQv We hope to see you there as we celebrate together! #ColumbusEid #SomaliCommunity

This Mental Health Month, we are embracing the theme "Better Days Together" — a powerfulf reminder that meaningful relationships, shared moments, and simple check‑ins can make a real difference in how we feel. Research consistently shows that social connection supports emotional well‑being, reduces feelings of isolation, and helps us cope during stressful times. Even small moments of connection can add up. 💚 Your challenge this week: Get 5 doses of social connection — one each day — and notice how it impacts your mental health. Here are 5 simple ways to connect: ☎️ Call or text someone you have been meaning to check in on ☕ Meet a friend, coworker, or neighbor for coffee or a walk 💬 Share how you are really doing with someone you trust 🤝 Join a group, volunteer opportunity, or community event ✨ Practice presence by listening fully during a conversation Connection does not have to be big or complicated to be powerful. If you want, tell us in the comments: Which connection are you starting with? Because better days are built together. #MentalHealthMonth #BetterDaysTogether #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityCare #ConnectionCounts #TheBuckeyeRanch

⚾ It is a great season for big impact. With 63 home runs already on the board, the @clbclippers are on a roll, and you can turn every home run into hope for hometown kids. By pledging today, every home run hit by the Clippers directly benefits youth and families served by The Buckeye Ranch. Step into the lineup: Single – $1 per home run Triple – $3 per home run Grand Slam – $5 per home run Join our all‑star roster and help us make this a season to remember! Pledge today at: bit.ly/TBR-HRFHTK

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. On Memorial Day, we hold space for gratitude, reflection, and remembrance. We recognize the sacrifice made by those who served, and we honor the families and loved ones who carry their legacy forward. To all our veterans and their families, thank you for your service and sacrifice. Your bravery inspires us every day. #MemorialDay #HonoringOurHeroes #DayOfRemembrance #TheBuckeyeRanch

No one should experience mental health challenges alone. Sadly, many of our youth are struggling in silence. According to data collected by the @CDC, more than 40% of adolescents reported persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness in the past year. Whether you are a family member, caregiver, teacher, neighbor, or friend, your presence can make a difference for a youth who is struggling. Just letting them know they are not alone can have a profound impact. We have a responsibility to one another to help care for our community, and strengthen access to supports and services for all. Together, we create more good days by choosing empathy, respect, and connection. Today, we encourage you to check-in with someone you care about and ask, 'How are you really doing?' #MentalHealthAwarenesMonth

Healing is possible when young people have the support, community, and care they deserve. Nate’s journey with the Care Management Entity (CME) at The Buckeye Ranch is a powerful reminder of how individualized mental health support can change the trajectory of a young person’s life. From early childhood challenges and overwhelming trauma to finding safety, identity, and purpose, Nate’s story shows what can happen when a young person is met with consistency, compassion, and a Care Coordinator that believes in their potential. Through creative ouletsand the unwavering support of his Care Coordinator, Katie, Nate moved from struggling to survive to truly stepping into who he has always been. Today, he is building a new life in Minnesota, pursuing his GED, planning for college, and advocating for mental health with strength and clarity. His journey is a testament to resilience, community, and the transformational power of wraparound care. Trigger Warning: The story linked below includes references to self-harm. Read Nate’s full story and learn more about how CME supports youth and families on their path to healing: https://lnkd.in/exuRXfq7 #TheBuckeyeRanchDifference #CareManagementEntity #OhioRISE #