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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – Hybrid
Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United StatesThis education option is the balance between the in-person and online options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style. Your education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and a guest speaker section of online learning. This can be completed at your…
Family Picnic
Lake Superior Zoo 7210 Fremont Street, DuluthJoin us for a family picnic in Duluth! Enjoy free food and fun activities for the entire family, August 11th, 2024 Lake Superior Zoo
Back to School
Sky Zone 7625 Cahill Road, Edina, MN, United StatesCome have fun with us at Sky Zone and receive Backpacks for school! Nike, Adidas, Etc.,!
You Just Did What? Understanding the Root of Acting Out
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United StatesThis training will focus on a cognitive behavioral lens. Participants will learn about what causes challenging behaviors and effective techniques in reducing acting out behaviors. Scott Nyegaard holds a Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Walden and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from Bemidji State University. He is the CEO…
LGBTQ+ Caregiver Support Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States +1 moreThe 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…
Brain Development Conference
Shooting Star Casino 777 S Casino Rd, Mahnomen, MN, United StatesA two-day Education Focused Conference of Key Notes, Workshops, and Presenters. All with the focus of those working with children and families in a variety of settings. Includes a Pre-conference opportunity. more details and registration available online
Enhancing Your Skills as a Foster Parent: Session One
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United StatesA 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 traumas that they have experienced in their short lives. This three part training session will explore the following skills: Session 1: listening with empathy, perseverance…
How to Talk About Difficult Birth Histories with Adopted Children
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United StatesThe histories of youth in foster and adoptive families often involve details that can feel difficult to discuss as a caregiver. Learn how to share your child’s history with them in ways that promote healthy communication, offer developmentally appropriate language, and support the reduction of potential negative internalizations. Navigating these conversations with youth whose backgrounds…
Share and Support Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United StatesSupport 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…
Supporting and Affirming LGBTQ+ Youth
Ampersand Families Office 1751 County Rd B West Suite 300, RosevilleNew training in development. Check back later for details!
Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person
Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United StatesThe in-person track is best suited for individuals who need or desire to complete their education quickly, prefer in-person learning and/or those who have previously completed education and want a refresher course. This track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes…
Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States1st & 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…
