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Welcome to UMCF.org - the new online home for UMCH Family Services and Choices.

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We’re here to support families in Ohio

At UMCF, we provide essential support and resources to families in need. Our dedicated team is here to help navigate challenges for hurting children and families.

Success Stories

“Both of us have grown up working with children, and spending time with our nieces and nephews, we’re ready to expand our family whether that be permanent or temporary, giving a safe space for a child to grow, learn and be loved.”

Jessica & Matt

Foster Parents

"We had explored and thought about fostering for many years. When the time was right, we weighed our options with different agencies. The first agency we explored was not a good fit for us, and we started to second guess if fostering was right for our family.”

Erika & Matt

Foster Parents

“I chose to foster because my family has fostered for as long as I remember! I found it very rewarding and love learning about different cultures!” Greg is open to fostering up to four kiddos.”

Greg

Foster Parent

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We work with hundreds of children and parents across Ohio through our Adoption, Mental Health, Psychiatry and Foster Care programs.

News and Events

Learn about the latest news and events at UMCF

Meet Alisha Murray, CEO of UMCF

Hello! My name is Alisha Murray, and I am honored to serve as the new CEO and join the UMCH Family Services and CHOICES family. (now UMCF) For the past 27 years, I have dedicated my career to the nonprofit sector, serving youth and families as a licensed social worker...

United Methodist Children and Families (UMCF) Strengthens Care for Youth and Families Across Ohio

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE United Methodist Children and Families (UMCF) Strengthens Care for Youth and Families Across Ohio Alliance of UMCH Family Services and CHOICES Names Alisha Murray, LISW-S, as CEO COLUMBUS, OH – November 5, 2025 – Two of Ohio’s most trusted social-service agencies — UMCH Family Services of Columbus and CHOICES, Inc. of Dayton...