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Thinking about becoming a child care provider? Join this FREE virtual info session with @coad4kids for training details. Our Workforce Team can help you take the next steps toward becoming a provider. 📞 740-342-3551 (Option 5) 📧 perryss@jfs.ohio.gov Your path starts here!

🎨 Calling all talented Perry County students in grades 9–12! Join our “It Takes a Community” Student Art Contest and showcase your creativity — with a chance to have your artwork featured on agency T-shirts! 🖌️ See the flyer for details 🌟

🌟 Happy Work Anniversary, Chloe! Thank you for being an amazing part of our team!

🌟 Happy Work Anniversary, Darcy! Thank you for being an amazing part of our team!

Our Perry County Job and Family Services offices will be closed on 2/16/26, for the holiday. Enjoy time with family! For emergencies related to child or adult protective services, please call 740-342-4123 or 911.

❤️ February is #HeartMonth, a perfect time to show our love and support for heart health! Today, our team is wearing red for the @American_Heart's @GoRedForWomen #WearRedDay.

⚠️ Medicaid Scam Alert ⚠️ Fraudulent postcards claiming extra Medicaid/MyCare Ohio benefits have been reported. ❌ Don’t call the number ❌ Don’t share info ✅ Contact your local JFS office or Ohio Medicaid Protecting your info. matters. When in doubt, use trusted sources. 💙

🎭 Tecumseh Theater presents Saturday Matinees, a free creative program for students in grades 1–12. Enjoy art, songwriting, games & lunch every Saturday in February & March! For more info. or to register, 📧 email: summeryouthshops@tecumsehtheater.org

💙 Save the Date! April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Join us & the @PCSAOhio by wearing blue on 4/8—to work, school, or out in the community—to show your support for preventing child abuse & neglect. #OhioWearsBlue2026 #PerryCountyWearsBlue #ItTakesACommunity

🌟 Happy Work Anniversary, Abby! Thank you for being an amazing part of our team!

💻 A fresh new look is here! The Ohio Benefits Self-Service Portal has been updated to make managing benefits easier, faster, and more convenient. Check out what’s new in the guide below. 🔗: youtube.com/watch?v=DMqPC-…

🎉 Congratulations to Diane Thompson on her promotion to Deputy Director of Public Assistance here at Perry County Job & Family Services! With nearly 25 years of service, Diane’s leadership and dedication continue to make a difference for the families we serve. Well deserved! 👏

February is #HeartMonth - let's show our love! ❤️ Join us in wearing red Friday, February 6th, 2026, to support the @American_Heart's @GoRedForWomen Day and make a positive impact on women's lives everywhere.

Contact us today at your Perry County Opportunity Center by calling 740.342.3551! 📞

🩺 Free Women’s Health Screenings 🩺 Mark your calendars – The OU Community Health Programs Mobile Unit is coming to Perry JFS's Opportunity Center to offer free screenings — for uninsured or underinsured women at or below 400% FPG. 📞 740-593-2432 to schedule an appointment.

🎒📚 Registration is OPEN for our 17th Annual Back-to-School Bash! 🗓 Deadline: May 22, 2026 📅 Event: August 5, 2026 📍 Perry County Fairgrounds Forms online: ow.ly/QA4m50XVNAB Forms may also be dropped off or emailed to perry64@jfs.ohio.gov.

💡 Did you know? If you call 740-342-3551 and select Option 4, you can speak directly with a Perry County caseworker about your SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF case! 📧 Just have verifications to submit? Email them to perry64@jfs.ohio.gov We’re here to help every step of the way!

📢 Seeking Free Legal Advice? Don't miss out on the opportunity to get the guidance you need at the Free Legal Clinic on the first Tuesday of each month. Your next chance is Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, from 3 to 4 PM. For more details call 740.342.1118.

🚗 Perry County Job and Family Services offers Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) for Medicaid recipients! Starting Feb 1, 2026, please provide 48 hours’ notice for requests. 📞Call 740-342-3551, option 6 for transportation.

📄 Document Reminder: Documents may be shared by email (perry64@jfs.ohio.gov or perrycsea@jfs.ohio.gov), fax (740-342-5491 or 740-342-5531), or dropped off in the secure drop box outside the Opportunity Center. Please stay safe and warm, Perry County ❄️