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UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
Cultural Responsive Parenting is a class centered around the understanding of racial and cultural differences for Black children in the foster and adoptive care systems. This class is for caregivers of Black children who are working towards gaining knowledge about the nuances of Black culture, racism and more. Some topics that may be explored are…
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Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month 9:30-10:45 am on Zoom Facilitator: Janet Salo, Kinship Navigator Providing education, information and mutual support for kinship caregivers-those caring for a relative's or friend's child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development, relationships with adult children, understanding trauma, mental…
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In-Person Kinship Support and Education Groups
In-Person Kinship Support and Education Groups
Our Kinship Support and Education Groups are open to all kinship caregivers- those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child. We offer both virtual and in-person group sessions. Virtual sessions occur the first and third Friday of every month, while the in-person sessions take place the first Saturday of every month. Join us when you can…
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Caregivers Parenting Circle
Caregivers Parenting Circle
Caregivers Parenting Group is a group that brings together individuals and families caring for children through kinship or foster care placement. Borrowing from the teachings of "Gifts Of the Sacred Circle" and "Gete-Aniahinabe Miikana" (The Old One's Road). We will embrace the traditions of preserving family and cultural ties and supporting caregivers. The group started…
Share and Support Group
Share and Support Group
Support Groups are an excellent tool where families are able to share experiences and encourage each other in a confidential, non-judgmental setting. Support Groups are facilitated by North Homes case managers, with years of experience in both adoption and foster care fields. It is an opportune time for families to network, problem solve, and gather…
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Launching Your Teen to College
Launching Your Teen to College
Join Sarah Benson, Education Specialist for Families Rising Minnesota, on October 8 at 7:00 PM for Part 1 of our 3 part webinar series designed to equip you with everything you need to know to help launch your teen to college. In Part 1: Exploring and Applying to Colleges, we will discover tools to streamline…
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Share and Support Group
Share and Support Group
Support Groups are an excellent tool where families are able to share experiences and encourage each other in a confidential, non-judgmental setting. Support Groups are facilitated by North Homes case managers, with years of experience in both adoption and foster care fields. It is an opportune time for families to network, problem solve and gather…
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Kinship Parenting and Building Resilience
Kinship Parenting and Building Resilience
This training acknowledges the complexities associated with Relative/Kinship caregiving through fostering and adoption. Topics will include divided loyalties, redefining roles and relationships, setting boundaries with parents and other relatives, the range of emotions caregivers can feel and how children who have experienced trauma, separation, or loss can impact a caregiver’s own well-being. Strategies for how…
UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
Cultural Responsive Parenting is a class centered around the understanding of racial and cultural differences for Black children in the foster and adoptive care systems. This class is for caregivers…
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LGBTQ+ Caregiver Support Group
LGBTQ+ Caregiver Support Group
The group was created to provide foster and adoptive caregivers who are part of the LGBTQ+ community an opportunity to connect about their experiences as foster and adoptive parents. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Participants may have worked with, or currently be working with, any agency/county for foster care or any type of…
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Positive Identity Development for Transracial/Transcultural Composed Families
Positive Identity Development for Transracial/Transcultural Composed Families
This workshop will provide an overview of racial and cultural identity development from birth through early grade school. It will also address how adult caregivers/providers can intentionally support and encourage healthy and positive identity development for children who may differ in terms of perceived race or culture from their caregivers/parents/family. Kimara Gustafson is an Assistant Professor…
Launching Your Teen to College
Launching Your Teen to College
Join Sarah Benson, Education Specialist for Families Rising Minnesota, on October 15 at 7:00 PM Part 2 of our 3 part webinar series designed to equip you with everything you need to know to help launch your teen to college. In Part 2: Financial Aid, you will learn about different funding options for college. REGISTER…
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Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group
Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group
Open to pre-adoptive, adoptive, foster, relative and/or kinship caregivers living in Greater Minnesota (outside the Twin Cities Metro Area). This online group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff and offers connection, positive parenting strategies, support, and more! After registration, you will receive a link to join the next Zoom session. This service is provided by funding made…
The Voices of Lived Expertise Virtual Training Series
The Voices of Lived Expertise Virtual Training Series
Join us for a four-part virtual training series that delves deep into the difficult truths of adoption and the foster care system. Designed to equip professionals and caregivers with essential knowledge and tools, each session is thoughtfully delivered by subject matter experts with lived experience as adoptees or individuals who spent time in foster or kinship care. Families Rising…
Live Webinar | Accessing County and Educational Services
Live Webinar | Accessing County and Educational Services
Did you know 1 in 5 families in Minnesota has at least one child with a disability? This presentation will help you understand screening, assessment and eligibility for services and supports, medical assistance, and specialized educational services. It will also highlight eligibility tips and tools for county services. Lastly, this presentation will explore an…
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UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
Cultural Responsive Parenting is a class centered around the understanding of racial and cultural differences for Black children in the foster and adoptive care systems. This class is for caregivers of Black children who are working towards gaining knowledge about the nuances of Black culture, racism and more. Some topics that may be explored are…
1 event,
Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month 9:30-10:45 am on Zoom Facilitator: Janet Salo, Kinship Navigator Providing education, information and mutual support for kinship caregivers-those caring for a relative's or friend's child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development, relationships with adult children, understanding trauma, mental…
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Enhancing Your Skills as a Foster Parent: Session Two
Enhancing Your Skills as a Foster Parent: Session Two
A foster parent must be many things to many people. Child welfare professionals depend on the skills of foster parents. Children need safety and guidance to heal from the various…
Launching Your Teen to College
Launching Your Teen to College
Join Sarah Benson, Education Specialist at Families Rising Minnesota, on October 22nd at 7:00 PM for the last part of our 3-part webinar series designed to equip you with everything…
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Deeper Dive Webinar: Navigating Sleep Challenges
Deeper Dive Webinar: Navigating Sleep Challenges
Join Us for a Deeper Dive: Navigating Sleep Challenges Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 12:00-1:30 p.m. (CT) Nighttime can be scary – especially for children who have experienced trauma –…
Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group
Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group
A support group for individuals who have an adult (18+) child adopted through any type of adoption (infant, international, foster care adoption). Sessions will be held online. Parents from any placing agency/county are welcome to attend. While each story is unique, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences.…
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Guardianship Commitments
Guardianship Commitments
An introduction to legal guardianship and mentally ill (MI) and chemical dependency (CD) commitments. What is it? What are the legal parameters based on Minnesota State Statutes? What is the…
Caregiver Roundtable
Caregiver Roundtable
For all Ampersand-affiliated adoptive, pre-adoptive, and kinship caregivers. Caregivers are invited to share their experiences and get support from other caregivers while youth participate in an activity supervised by Ampersand Families staff. Dinner is provided for all. Invites go out approximately 2 weeks before the event. Hybrid option available. Please RSVP to mina@ampersandfamilies.org.
UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
Cultural Responsive Parenting is a class centered around the understanding of racial and cultural differences for Black children in the foster and adoptive care systems. This class is for caregivers…
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Connect2Connect: Community Gathering
Connect2Connect: Community Gathering
Join Us for Community & Connection Connect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person, interactive, and fun way. Connect2Connect is…
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UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
UMOJA MN – Cultural Responsive Parenting
Cultural Responsive Parenting is a class centered around the understanding of racial and cultural differences for Black children in the foster and adoptive care systems. This class is for caregivers…
1 event,
Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month 9:30-10:45 am on Zoom Facilitator: Janet Salo, Kinship Navigator Providing education, information and mutual support for kinship caregivers-those caring for a relative's or…
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In-Person Kinship Support and Education Groups
In-Person Kinship Support and Education Groups
Our Kinship Support and Education Groups are open to all kinship caregivers- those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child. We offer both virtual and in-person group sessions. Virtual sessions occur…
Circus of the Heart
Circus of the Heart
Join us for the kick-off of Minnesota's Adoption Awareness Month, honoring families who have grown through adoption and kinship care while providing information about adopting children and youth under state guardianship. Fun for all ages! Register by October 12 to reserve your spot for the in-person event or participate in the virtual event! Register online…
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