This is a terrific agency. They are communicative, patient, friendly, and eager to help you be…read moresuccessful. We've been associated with FOY for a little over a year now, and we've had positive experience after positive experience. They offer flexible schedules for training classes and social events. Often, there's food at these events! You can't beat that. If you're thinking about becoming involved with fostering children - part or full time, advocacy, whatever - consider aligning with Focus On Youth. They are a Christian organization but it's not overt. They emphasize traditional family values and ethical treatment of others. I'll definitely be back.

From the owner: Focus on Youth was co-founded on February 5, 1992 by Cindy Skinner. The agency was certified by the…read morestate of Ohio in May of 1992. Cindy, having been a protective case worker with Hamilton County DJFS as well as an adoption worker, foster parent, and adoptive parent, was discouraged with the number of youth entering residential treatment. She felt children would do better if foster parents were trained to work with the unique needs of youth in care and educated to remain committed to the placement. Involved in providing professional training to numerous child welfare agencies, including the Ohio Family Care Association, the National Foster Parent Association, various PCSA organizations, and day care centers, Cindy determined it was time to open Focus on Youth, Inc. as an agency committed to safety, stability, and permanency for youth in foster care. Committed to the well-being and treatment of children in Focus on Youth care, mental health services were added to our program in 1995. F

Don't adopt from this place or have these scam artists place your child for adoption. They are…read moreshady operators and only after your money. We were ripped off for big money from this place after they lied and cheated us. I asked them for a meeting to discuss this and they refused. This place sucks big time. For an industry that is supposed to be built on love and caring as core values, this place is a total disgrace. Search for someone else to help you.

From the owner: Private Adoption Services, Inc. is a licensed agency for the state of Ohio. Our purpose is to find…read moregood homes for babies. We work closely with expectant mothers and fathers and with potential adoptive couples and single women or men who are looking to adopt an infant. Our focus is the health of the expectant mother and the baby. We assist the mother in finding good health care and help transport her to her appointments. We are interested in what is going on in her life and try to help in any way we can to make sure she has proper housing and food and that, if she has other children that she is parenting, they are also taken care of and supported. In most cases, when a woman is pregnant and considering adoption, she has lots of other things going on in her life. Our private agency makes sure that she is protected and guided in a way that does not interfere in her privacy. Privacy is a number one factor in our adoption program. We do not show profiles of our couples or our birthmothers online for the world to see. We consider adoption to be a wonderful but private choice and treat the process and the individuals involved with the respect that they deserve. Individuals are our focus. We encourage all of our clients to design their own adoption and tell us what makes them feel comfortable. After all, it is not our adoption, but it belongs to the expectant mom and the adoption family. If they want a closed or open adoption, it is their choice...

I'm sure they have great lawyers but the person I spoke to was extremely dismissive of my concerns…read moreand questions. I understand if he does not work on the area of immigration that I was requesting but he could not get off the phone faster. In light of the current climate, I would have hoped for a little more curiosity and compassion. I called someone else, who was way more responsive and engaged.

Neil is an fantastic attorney and a brilliant person. He is very knowledgeable and knows all the…read moreins/outs to immigration. He made the process very easy for us and I would recommend anyone who has immigration issues to use Neil.

The Best! I was going through a divorce/child custody, and she did an AMAZING job, kept me informed…read morethroughout the process, made everything easy to understand, and just made me feel calm through the whole thing. Highly recommend for legal needs.

Very good attorney. Listens and works hard. Total champ!read more

Because it's a no kill place it's clean they care about all of the cats even the ones with health…read moreissues. 14 years ago I got my cat chip from there I still got him today me and him r getting old together I highly recommend the scratching post

We have adopted several cats from The Scratching Post over the years. They are wonderful...the…read morecats and the people. These are people that care and it is a privlege to adopt from them. I did see that there was one bad review but I noticed that it was during the COVID pandemic and I think one can safely assume it was a tough time for everyone...and the limited staff at that time were under tremendous pressure. It's too bad it happened but I think you will find over the years The Scratching Post is goes above and beyond.

Only good things to say about STAF having adopted several cats there over many years. Recent…read moreadoption was a previously adopted cat returned after a rather traumatic home situation. Volunteers (Jean, Amanda, Julie, Amy) were so helpful, supportive, friendly. I can't praise them enough. In just 5 days my "scaredy" cat has left his hiding place, explored the house and is happily settling in. I think this reflects the good care he received at STAF while awaiting a new home.

We recently adopted 2 cats from STAF, Buddy and Asher. We are so pleased with the entire process…read moreand the results. Everyone at STAF is so dedicated. They do absolutely everything they can to make sure that all of the animals' best interests are considered and taken care of. What I appreciated so much is how much detail I received from them. I knew what each cat was eating, their history, medical information and more. We received a huge goodie bag filled with food for each cat, litter, toys, treats and more. Having this makes the transition from the shelter to home go so much better. We worked with Jean who is amazing! Thank you so much for your concern, the details you provided and your honesty. (You alerted us to a potential minor issue with one of the cats which never happened.) We absolutely love our cats and owe so much to the dedication of the volunteers at STAF who made this happen. Susan & Mark

I adopted two kittens recently. One had a little discharge in her eye, and I was told that she had…read morebeen treated and was getting over a upper respiratory infection. Well after I adopted her it just got worse. I called for about a week and left messages every time. No one ever picked up the phone and no one ever called me back In that time. Miraculously someone answered the phone today after I had left an email. They refused to take responsibility and told me I just have to take her to a vet. Bottom line is this place adopts out sick animals and you will be stuck with the vet bills in addition to the hundred dollar adoption fee. I suggest you find somewhere else to adopt animals.

This place is awesome! not only do they take in kitties but they also fix feral kitties…read more I got both of my most recent fur babies there as well as got my most recent fur baby fixed there. The process was simple and easy and not as expensive as others and the staff were all very nice and informative.

We use Ammann Process Servers for all of our process service needs. She is quick, efficient and…read morevery professional. Karen, Paralegal with SHK Family Law

Vicki is always ready to help. Fast, efficient, and with a great attitude. Very pleasant to talk…read moreto and gets the job done right the first time. Thank you, Vicky. Legal Assistant with Lewis Brisbois

I had no idea what to expect when I traveled with my granddaughter to stay at the Ronald McDonald…read morehouse next to Cincinnati' Children's Hospital. She had appointments and procedures scheduled every day for a week, and being able to stay so near the hospital was great! I was blown away with RMH! They have thought of and provided everything a family could need while away from home whether for a short term or a long term stay. The house can serve over 170 families, is clean and inviting, and has the happiest staff around. We were met with smiles and encouragement at every turn. The rooms are well outfitted and in good repair. There are activities throughout the day for both parents and children. We used the arts and crafts room, the toy room, the indoor playground, the outdoor playground, the exercise room, the library, and the laundry area. My granddaughter loved the therapy dogs that came to visit. We were served lunch and dinner each day and breads and cereals for breakfast. There was a large family kitchen area that was fully stocked if you wanted to cook your own meal. All of this was provided at no cost to the family. After experiencing this place with my family, I can tell you that I will be an avid supporter of RMH and the services provided to families with children needing medical attention. This is truly love in action.

Wow. What else can I say? They have supported us during a time when we had no place to stay while…read moreour son has been in the NICU. Staff have been great. It is clean, beautiful, and makes us feel at home while we are away. We appreciate this charity so much.