Early Bird Registration for the Ohio Deflection Association event is still open and runs until 10/31/24!
Special Rates:
$300 for Members
$350 for Non-Members
October 2024
ODA Quarterly Newsletter
Welcome to the latest edition of the ODA Quarterly Newsletter! The Ohio Deflection Association continues its commitment to supporting public safety while addressing the health and wellbeing of individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges. Through innovative deflection and pre-arrest diversion strategies, ODA offers vital tools and educational resources to community partners providing outreach services. This quarter, ODA focuses on real-life challenges, delivering timely solutions and guidance.

In exciting news, ODA is gearing up for its Annual Summit, with more updates and opportunities shared below!
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4th Annual Ohio Quick Response Team, Deflection, & Outreach Training Summit
Join us for the Fourth Annual QRT, Outreach, & Deflection Summit hosted by the Ohio Deflection Association from January 22-25, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Enhance your skills through main presentations and breakout sessions.

Early Bird Registration for the 2025 Deflection Summit is Now Open!
Register Online: Event Registration Form

Presenter Applications:
Apply to present at our summit. Showcase your expertise and contribute to the field.
Deadline: September 6, 2024
Apply Here: Presenter Application Form

Vote Online: Vote for Ceremony Recogniation
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Voices from the Field
We want to know your thoughts!

As we begin planning for our 2025 Summit in Cincinnati, OH we want to make sure everyone’s voices are heard. You all represent the work we are so passionate about every single day and we value your opinion.

Please tell us what you would like to see as a guest at our annual conference.

Consider the following questions:

  • What topics would you like to see discussed in our main presentations and breakout sessions?
  • How can we assist you in bettering your deflection approach?
  • How can we better represent a more practical approach for all of our diverse teams that work directly in the field?

Send Us Your Thoughts

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ODA Summit Scholarship Application

The Ohio Deflection Association Board is excited to announce scholarship opportunities for participants to attend the 4th Annual Ohio Quick Response Team, Deflection, and Outreach Training Summit.


Priority consideration will be given to Ohio residents. The scholarships will cover the registration fee and hotel fees for recipients who are outside a 25-mile radius and in need of lodging. Transportation costs are not included.


Many thanks to our sponsors for graciously offering these scholarship opportunities, promoting growth and development in the deflection space.


Applications are due by October 30, 2024.

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Mini Grants for Deflection Teams

WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

Introducing the ODA Mini Grant Application, versatile funding designed to support deflection efforts. Whether it's funding for innovative projects, community engagement initiatives, or capacity-building efforts, this grant is your opportunity to make a difference.

Ohio Deflection Association – Mini Grant Applications are now being accepted.

  • Up to $1,000 in funding to support your local deflection initiative!
Project ECHO | Northeast Ohio Medical University | NEOMED
Project ECHO® upcoming schedule.  Project ECHO® is a model for lifelong learning and guided practice that revolutionizes continuing medical education and exponentially increases workforce capacity to provide best-practice specialty care and reduce health disparities.
Fentanyl Test Strip (FTS) Availability
Ohio’s Project DAWN network now has access to order FTS through their regular ordering process with the Ohio Department of Health, free of charge! If you’re interested in securing a supply for your Quick Response Team, please reach out to the Project DAWN program in your area. If your Project DAWN partner isn’t accessing these resources at this time and you would still like to receive a supply, please send an email requesting a supply to ProjectDAWN@odh.ohio.gov. Questions can be directed to Sara Morman at sara.morman@odh.ohio.gov.
OUR MISSION
Ohio Deflection Association delivers support around public safety for the health and wellbeing of those struggling with substance use and mental health disorder(s), through the development of deflection and pre-arrest diversion strategies, support tools, and facilitating the education of community partners providing outreach services. Focusing on real life challenges with real time solutions by providing communities with education, guidance, and resources.