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SUMMARY:The Five Most Common Challenging Behaviors and What to do About Them
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: To receive a certificate of attendance for the live webinar\, attendees must register individually\, attend the entire training\, and watch from their own device to ensure proper tracking \nThis presentation explores the most challenging behaviors children who have experienced trauma may exhibit and provides practical\, trauma-informed strategies for responding with empathy and effectiveness. Child welfare professionals will gain insight into the underlying causes of behaviors such as shame\, need for control\, and sensory differences\, as well as techniques to foster trust and mitigate behavioral challenges. By understanding these behaviors through a more holistic lens\, professionals can better support children and their families in building healthy\, lasting connections. \n  \n\nDr. Jana Hunsley is a psychologist dedicated to supporting foster and adoptive families through consulting\, training\, coaching\, and counseling. Her work is centered on understanding and addressing the unique needs of every family member\, ensuring a holistic approach to healing and stability. Jana has created a proven model that improves the well-being and quality of life for foster and adoptive families. She earned her doctorate in experimental psychology from the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University\, where she focused on developing post-adoption support services. Jana has worked in a variety of clinical settings\, including residential treatment\, institutional care\, schools\, child welfare\, and juvenile detention\, providing therapy for children and youth who have experienced trauma. Her passion for this work is deeply personal—shaped by her own experience as a teenager when her family adopted her siblings.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/the-five-most-common-challenging-behaviors-and-what-to-do-about-them/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
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SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-05-04/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20240123T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T125430Z
UID:10002531-1746435600-1746460800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:This 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. \nYour 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 convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter\, in-person day of learning. Following the in-person session\, you will finish by viewing content from two more guest speakers\, closing online material\, and a post-test.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid/2025-05-05/
LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T192052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192052Z
UID:10001437-1746453600-1746459000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Parenting Teens & Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:Virtual monthly parenting support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers of youth and young adults.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-parenting-teens-young-adults/2025-05-05/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T143000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250409T163117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T163117Z
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SUMMARY:[Part 1] Foundations of Financial Success for Nontraditional Families
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: To receive a certificate of attendance for the live webinar\, attendees must register individually\, attend the entire training\, and watch from their own device to ensure proper tracking \nFinancial Planning for Nontraditional Families\, A Three-Part Series \nThis webinar will explore financial planning for nontraditional families – blended\, single-parent\, or guardianship households.  We’ll tackle unique challenges; budgeting\, risk management\, trusts\, guardianship pitfalls\, tax-efficient strategies\, and multi-generational wealth.  Learn practical solutions to secure your family’s future\, navigate complexities\, and avoid common missteps through expert insights and real-world examples. \nView Scott’s promo clip here. \nPlease join us for part 2 on June 3rd and part 3 on July 8th. \n  \n\nWith over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry\, Scott has dedicated his career to empowering individuals and families to navigate complex financial decisions with confidence. His expertise spans financial planning\, wealth management\, and strategic consulting\, ensuring clients can build sustainable financial strategies tailored to their unique needs. Beyond his work in financial services\, Scott has spent the past decade as an adjunct professor at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul\, MN\, where he teaches graduate-level courses in business and finance. His passion for education and personal development is reflected in his commitment to equipping clients and students alike with the knowledge they need to unlock their full potential. Through a holistic approach to financial planning\, Scott helps clients integrate their goals\, values\, and resources into a clear path toward lasting success. His focus on relationship management and education allows him to guide individuals and families through key financial matters\, from wealth-building strategies to navigating life transitions. Scott is dedicated to making financial literacy accessible\, meaningful\, and practical for those he serves. As a husband and a kinship parent to his 5-year-old non-biological daughter\, he is passionate about supporting and empowering nontraditional families on their financial journey.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/part-1-foundations-of-financial-success-for-nontraditional-families/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T135412Z
UID:10002533-1746550800-1746554400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care and Education Classes – Online
DESCRIPTION:The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility\, have limited business hour availability\, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. \nCouples may complete their education together or pursue it separately. Either way\, each participant must attend the entirety of their chosen track. \nIn this track\, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning\, you will participate in a required\, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators each week. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-education-classes-online/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T103000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001504-1746608400-1746613800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-05-07/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T103000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T192822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192822Z
UID:10001890-1746694800-1746700200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Kinship Caregivers Support
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly virtual support group for kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Katie Neuman\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-kinship-caregivers-support/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:Zoom Link
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250227T133923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T133923Z
UID:10001426-1746707400-1746712800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Trauma in the Lives of Children and Families
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for caregivers of children impacted by developmental trauma. It aims to deepen understanding of trauma’s effects on development\, behavior\, and well-being. Participants will explore the physiological\, emotional\, and cognitive responses to trauma and emphasize the importance of addressing trauma to foster healing and resilience in affected children and families. \n\nDr. Amy Groessl\, a licensed clinical social worker\, brings extensive expertise in treating children and adults with complex trauma histories\, neurocognitive challenges\, attachment disorders\, and adoption-related issues. She is based in Chicago and provides psychotherapy\, clinical supervision\, and consultation through her private practice. \nDr. Groessl has been with NTI Upstream’s Training Faculty since 2016. She previously served as the Director of the Therapy Program at Children’s Research Triangle (CRT) for 11 years\, where she provided direct services\, conducted local and national training sessions\, and managed grants at the regional and federal levels. Her work included a seven-year project with the National Child Traumatic Stress Network\, further solidifying her contributions to the field. \nDr. Groessl is also a Core Faculty member at the Institute for Clinical Social Work\, where she teaches courses on qualitative research\, trauma\, attachment theory\, and neuropsychology. As an adoptee and genetic genealogist\, she integrates her personal and professional insights to support individuals navigating identity\, emotional\, and relational complexities associated with domestic and international adoption and unexpected DNA discoveries. Her unique blend of lived experience and professional expertise positions her as a trusted leader in the field of trauma and adoption-related work.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/trauma-in-the-lives-of-children-and-families/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20240628T193809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T195525Z
UID:10000735-1746727200-1746734400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Affirming a Youth's Whole Identity Training
DESCRIPTION:This is a new training that Ampersand Families is offering to our families. It will focus on how to support and affirm a youth who identifies as lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender\, queer\, questioning\, or another identity in the LGBTQ+ community in an adoptive\, pre-adoptive\, or relative/kinship home. This training will also include strategies to implement in your home to create a welcoming and inclusive space regardless of the youth’s sexuality. This training will count for Agency Specific Training in both the home study licensing process and for training hours to renew a foster care license.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/supporting-and-affirming-lgbtq-youth/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,FAMILY CALENDAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T193017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131854Z
UID:10001950-1746788400-1746793800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Central MN Lunch Bunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly meetup to connect with other foster\, adoptive\, and kinship parents to talk over lunch for emotional and parent resource support. We will meet monthly at various locations.\nPre-registration is required. Click on the Lunch Bunch Link to view details and pre-register.\nFacilitate by Katie Neuman\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-central-mn-lunch-bunch/2025-05-09/
LOCATION:Central Minnesota\, Details and pre-register here using the link.
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,FAMILY CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002257-1746997200-1747000800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-05-11/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250318T134718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T134718Z
UID:10002532-1747132200-1747137600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Reflective Foster Parenting 101: Understanding the Mind of the Child with Challenging Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: To receive a certificate of attendance for the live webinar\, attendees must register individually\, attend the entire training\, and watch from their own device to ensure proper tracking \n\nReflective Foster Parenting (RFP) provides an overarching approach to understanding and helping traumatized children. RFP underscores the importance of the mental states (thoughts\, feelings\, and intentions) of foster children and how they relate to the children’s behavior. A reflective foster parent helps the child to identify\, organize and use words to express their confused thoughts\, feelings and needs. The four aims of RFP are to improve: attachment relationships\, emotional control\, ability to deal with frustration\, and awareness of others’ perspectives. \n\nDr. Richard J. Delaney is an internationally known speaker and trainer. He has a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Loyola University of Chicago. Dr. Delaney spent four decades focused on the treatment of children in the child welfare system. Currently\, he is the co-developer and principal investigator of FosterParentCollege.com.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/reflective-foster-parenting-101-understanding-the-mind-of-the-child-with-challenging-behaviors/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T192738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192738Z
UID:10001874-1747200600-1747249200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Transracial Families Support
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our in-person support for caregivers & youth in transracial families. Youth will engage in a separate activity while caregivers meet. Refreshments provided.\nChildcare provided for youth 8 and under.\nPre-registration is required. Click on the Support Group Link to register.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\, Senior Parent Support Specialist and Carissa Franklin\, Youth Engagement Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-transracial-families-support/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Eagan Community Center\, 1501 Central Parkway\, Eagan\, 55121
CATEGORIES:- Children (0-10),- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T103000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001505-1747213200-1747218600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-05-14/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T202117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T202117Z
UID:10002510-1747249200-1747254600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Transracial Families Support (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual monthly support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship transracial families.\n*Caregivers only*\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\, Senior Parent Support Specialist and Carissa Franklin\, Youth Engagement Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-transracial-families-support-virtual/2025-05-14/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T193040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131922Z
UID:10002010-1747306800-1747312200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Metro Lunch Bunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly meetup to connect with other foster\, adoptive\, and kinship parents to talk over lunch for emotional and parent resource support. \nWe will meet monthly at various locations. Pre-registration is required. Click on the Lunch Bunch Link to view details and pre-register. \nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-metro-lunch-bunch/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Metro Lunch Bunch\, Use the link to pre-register.
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,FAMILY CALENDAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250326T122515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T122515Z
UID:10002540-1747386000-1747501200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes introductory sessions as well as a pre- and post- test.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-in-person-7/
LOCATION:Community Memorial Hospital\, 512 Skyline Boulevard\, Cloquet\, Minnesota 55720
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250402T213730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T213730Z
UID:10002547-1747558800-1747569600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Foster Adopt MN 5K
DESCRIPTION:We are raising funds for the Back-to-School Shopping Event and awareness for the need for families for kids in foster care.\n\nWays you can help: \n\nRun or walk!\nShow up and learn more about adoption and foster care.\nBring a friend and/or family member to join you!\n\nWe will have music\, games\, a playground\, yard games\, and a photographer to take your family picture!  There will also be a variety of resource tables to provide information about becoming a foster parent\, supports & other topics of interest to adoptive\, foster and kinship families. \nSo\, come walk your dog\, push your stroller\, or run through a 5K with us.  It’s a great way to be active with your family while supporting Minnesota kids in foster care. \nRACE DAY INFO:\nCheck-in and packet pick-up begins at 9:00 am \n10:00 – Kids 1/4 mile run\n10:15 – Kids 1 mile run\n10:30 – 5k Start\n\nWant your stuff earlier?\nPacket Pickup:\nSaturday\, May 17\, 2025\n9 am – 12 pm\nFleet Feet\n2312 W. 50th St.\nMinneapolis\, MN 55410 \nCost: $40\nKids in your family are free with one paid adult.\nRegister before April 25th to guarantee a t-shirt. \nT-shirts?\nWe will have extra shirts the day of the event. First come\, first serve. While supplies last. \nCan’t make it in-person\, join us virtually!\nRegister below and have your shirt shipped to you. \nInvite Your Friends\nShare this event with your friends & family!  Invite them to participate. \nAny questions?  Contact 5K@fosteradoptmn.org or call 612-861-7115
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/5th-annual-foster-adopt-mn-5k/
LOCATION:Rosland Park\, 4300 W 66th Street\, Edina\, MN\, 55435
CATEGORIES:- Activities,- Adult Adoptees,- Birth/First Parents,- Children (0-10),- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,- Youth (11-18)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002258-1747602000-1747605600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-05-18/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T103000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001506-1747818000-1747823400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-05-21/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250227T133954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T133954Z
UID:10001427-1747830600-1747836000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Building Stronger Bonds: Enhancing Parent-Child Attunement
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to help caregivers foster a deeper emotional connection with their children through attunement. Attunement—the ability to understand\, respond to\, and connect with a child’s emotional needs—is fundamental to building a strong\, secure relationship. Caregivers will learn practical strategies to enhance emotional attunement\, improve communication\, and deepen responsiveness to their child’s needs. The workshop will also include mindfulness exercises to promote present-moment awareness and provide tools to navigate common challenges in parent-child relationships. \n\nDr. Amy Groessl\, a licensed clinical social worker\, brings extensive expertise in treating children and adults with complex trauma histories\, neurocognitive challenges\, attachment disorders\, and adoption-related issues. She is based in Chicago and provides psychotherapy\, clinical supervision\, and consultation through her private practice. \nDr. Groessl has been with NTI Upstream’s Training Faculty since 2016. She previously served as the Director of the Therapy Program at Children’s Research Triangle (CRT) for 11 years\, where she provided direct services\, conducted local and national training sessions\, and managed grants at the regional and federal levels. Her work included a seven-year project with the National Child Traumatic Stress Network\, further solidifying her contributions to the field. \nDr. Groessl is also a Core Faculty member at the Institute for Clinical Social Work\, where she teaches courses on qualitative research\, trauma\, attachment theory\, and neuropsychology. As an adoptee and genetic genealogist\, she integrates her personal and professional insights to support individuals navigating identity\, emotional\, and relational complexities associated with domestic and international adoption and unexpected DNA discoveries. Her unique blend of lived experience and professional expertise positions her as a trusted leader in the field of trauma and adoption-related work.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/building-stronger-bonds-enhancing-parent-child-attunement/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250317T165253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T165253Z
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SUMMARY:Building Stronger Bonds: Enhancing Parent-Child Attunement
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: To receive a certificate of attendance for the live webinar\, attendees must register individually\, attend the entire training\, and watch from their own device to ensure proper tracking \nThis workshop is designed to help caregivers foster a deeper emotional connection with their children through attunement. Attunement—the ability to understand\, respond to\, and connect with a child’s emotional needs—is fundamental to building a strong\, secure relationship. Caregivers will learn practical strategies to enhance emotional attunement\, improve communication\, and deepen responsiveness to their child’s needs. The workshop will also include mindfulness exercises to promote present-moment awareness and provide tools to navigate common challenges in parent-child relationships.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/building-stronger-bonds-enhancing-parent-child-attunement-2/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20240124T173643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T152540Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/greater-minnesota-parent-support-group-2/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T135412Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Care and Education Classes – Online
DESCRIPTION:The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility\, have limited business hour availability\, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. \nCouples may complete their education together or pursue it separately. Either way\, each participant must attend the entirety of their chosen track. \nIn this track\, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning\, you will participate in a required\, pre-scheduled check-in with our education facilitators each week. \nThis class is available in Spanish upon request.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-education-classes-online/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250515T182008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T182008Z
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SUMMARY:MIWRC Open House
DESCRIPTION:Open House: May 22nd\, 12 pm-4 pm. At Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center\, 2300 15th Ave South\, Minneapolis\, MN 55404. Open to the community \n\nPresent MIWRC programming\nTabling\nFood\nMini Pow-Wow\nDrum Group-Bear Runner\nPotato dance\nSpot dance\nIce cream Truck\nCake walk\nRaffel prizes/ Giveaway
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/miwrc-open-house/
CATEGORIES:- Activities,- Adult Adoptees,- Birth/First Parents,- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,- Youth (11-18)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20240311T112010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T132119Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Roundtable
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/caregiver-roundtable/2025-05-22/
LOCATION:Ampersand Families Office\, 1751 County Rd B West Suite 300\, Roseville\, 55113
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20240123T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T125430Z
UID:10002551-1747990800-1748016000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:This 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. \nYour 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 convenience prior to the one required live session. The live session is a shorter\, in-person day of learning. Following the in-person session\, you will finish by viewing content from two more guest speakers\, closing online material\, and a post-test.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-hybrid/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Children’s Home – St. Paul Office\, 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
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SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-05-25/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T141715
CREATED:20250303T193940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T193940Z
UID:10002070-1748284200-1748289600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support (evening)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual monthly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Katie Neuman\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support-evening/2025-05-26/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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