• The Mind-Body Connection and Interventions from a Culturally Competent Lens

    Part 3 of a 3-part series! This workshop will explore the powerful connection between the mind and body through a culturally competent lens. Attendees will examine how culture, identity, generational trauma and lived experience impact the mind-body connection. The workshop will provide specific mind-body interventions while emphasizing the importance of cultural relevance and responsiveness. Part…

  • Families Rising MN Summer Kick-Off Event in Mankato

    Sibley State Park 900 Mound Ave, Mankato, United States
    - Activities

    Join us at The Giving Barn at Sibley Park in Mankato for a fun summer event for foster, adoptive, and kinship families. This free event is open to caregivers and the children in their care and will include food, activities, prizes, and opportunities to connect with others who understand the journey. Families will have access…

  • Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person

    Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States
    - Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation

    The 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

    Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
    - Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States
    - Support Groups

    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…

  • Families Rising MN Summer Kick-Off Event in Duluth

    Lincoln Park Playground 25th Ave & 5th St, Duluth, MN
    - Activities

    Join us at the covered pavilion at Lincoln Park Playground in Duluth for a fun summer event for foster, adoptive, and kinship families. This free event is open to caregivers…