Ohio Adult Care Faciities Association (OACFA)
Resource Details
Due to the closing of ten of Ohio's psychiatric hospitals, approximately 20 years ago, there was a need for structured housing for Ohio's severely mentally disabled. Residential facilities class 2 (adult care facilities) were established as private businesses or were part of a faith-based mission to serve these citizens - most have been rejected by their families. Some were inappropriately placed in nursing homes - which were not equipped to handle their mental health needs. These residential facilities provided a family-like atmosphere needed in their recovery process. We advocate for the general well-being and the enhancement of these residential facilities and promote appropriate treatment for their residents.