In-Person
Connect Conference 2026
Hosted by Focus on Youth
Mar 6–7, 2026 West Chester, Ohio
Health & Social Care
About This Event
Connect Conference is an annual gathering that brings together caregivers, parents, and professionals working in foster care, adoption, and behavioral health in Southwest Ohio. The two-day event offers networking opportunities, professional development sessions, and collaboration with leaders dedicated to building healthier families and stronger communities for youth.
Topics Covered
Wellness & Self-Care
Provider Burnout & Resilience
Leadership & Management
Quality ImprovementTeam LeadershipPractice Management / Business
Addiction & Substance Use
Co-Occurring Disorders
Trauma, Crisis & Emergency
Suicide Prevention
DEI & Cultural Competence
LGBTQ+ Affirming CareHealth Equity & Disparities
Venue
West Chester, Ohio
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Who This Event Is For
Industries
Health & Social Care
Professional Fields
Mental Health & CounselingSocial WorkNursing & Advanced PracticePublic HealthRehabilitation Professionals
Professions
Licensed Professional CounselorsSocial WorkersMental Health CounselorsMental Health Peer SpecialistsRecreational TherapistsRehabilitation Counselors
Who Can Attend
Caregivers, parents, and professionals in child welfare and behavioral health fields, including those supporting foster care and adoption
Target Audience
Caregivers, parents, and professionals working in foster care, adoption, and behavioral health