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For over 50 years, the Ohio Provider Resource Association (OPRA - like the music, not the celebrity) has been dedicated to building, strengthening, and advocating for Ohio’s provider community. We're a leader in partnering to build a statewide service system that meets the needs of our ultimate customers: Ohioans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The OPRA community consists of nearly 200 provider organizations, both for-profit and not-for-profit, delivering high-quality services and supports to more than 40,000 Ohioans with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Mission

To build and serve a community of great providers.

Vision

All people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who rely on supports get them from great providers.

Guiding Principles

  • Providers must be trusted to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and run effective businesses.
  • Providers must receive sufficient funding to deliver services that meet the needs of people they support in an ever-evolving society.
  • All services across the spectrum must be recognized as valuable and vital to every person we support.

Great Providers

  • Deliver person-centered, outcome-focused services.
  • Invest in and support qualified staff.
  • Cultivate strong leadership and partnerships.
  • Establish strong operational foundations.
  • Advocate and innovate continuously.

Why OPRA?  We CARE.

  • Community: Committees, professional networks, and district meetings provide opportunities to connect, collaborate, and share best practices with nearly 200 providers, fostering a stronger, united service delivery system.
  • Advocacy: Legislative updates, grassroots campaigns, and expert representation ensure your voice is amplified and your interests are championed at every level of policymaking.
  • Resources: Timely updates, in-depth guidance, and direct access to subject matter experts equip you with the tools and knowledge to overcome challenges and deliver exceptional services.
  • Experiences: Engaging trainings, immersive workshops, and transformative learning opportunities empower you with skills, insights, and memorable experiences that inspire lasting growth.

Join a Community of Great Providers! Click here to submit an OPRA Membership Application Form.