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[FosterEd](2 Part-Series) Part 1: Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health

- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States

Please note, this live webinar is over two days, January 10th and January 17th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Please register for both parts 1 and 2. You will receive a separate zoom link for each session. Adolescence is a time of major transition physically, emotionally, and socially. Healthy sexuality is an important part of…

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[FosterEd](2 Part-Series) Part 1: Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health

- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States

Please note, this live webinar is over two days, January 10th and January 17th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Please register for both parts 1 and 2. You will receive a separate zoom link for each session. Adolescence is a time of major transition physically, emotionally, and socially. Healthy sexuality is an important part of…

Free

Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group

- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States

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…

Search & Reunion Support Group

Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States

This group is for adult adoptees and birth parents who are not related to one another and who are considering, or active in, search and reunion or have searched and the other party is not open to contact. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Members are supportive of one another and willing to share…

[For Professionals] The Empty Pantry: Understanding the Mind of Youth with Aberrant Eating Patterns

- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States

This workshop will present a biopsychosocial approach to understanding eating and food-related problems. Youth in out-of-home care show aberrant eating patterns some of which are not psychiatric disorders in the DSM-5. We will provide anecdotal and empirical information related to issues such as hiding and hoarding of food and hyperphagia. Discussion will include how to…

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Understanding Drugs in 2024: What Families Need to Know

- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States

This workshop will examine current adolescent drug use trends. Participants will learn how these chemicals impact the health of the individual as well as understand the impact on the family. An emphasis will be placed on recognizing problems and identifying appropriate resources and interventions. Thad Shunkwiler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Science…

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Self-Care Isn’t Selfish

- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States

Burnout is a risk for parents and professionals alike when faced with the aftermath of trauma. Take some time to fill your tank! During this experiential workshop, participants will practice over 10 different activities for fun and restoration. We will finish by creating a sustainable plan for incorporating healthy habits into a hectic daily life.…

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Children’s Home and LSS Foster Care & Adoption Orientation

Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States

Children’s Home and LSS welcomes you to attend this free meeting to learn about fostering and adopting children from within the Minnesota foster care system. This orientation will provide an overview of the process and addresses details such as children served, timelines, fees (spoiler: there are practically none!), licensing requirements, and more. Additional Information: Along…

[For Professionals] Grief and Loss – A Child’s Perspective

- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States

In this training we will talk about common reactions of grief and loss in infants and young children. We will differentiate between types of losses and cultural influences that may impact infants and young children while recognizing and applying child-friendly language. Anna will present the DOs and DON'Ts relating to infants and young children who…

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Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group

- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States

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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