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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/2025-08-03/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T103900Z
UID:10002640-1754308800-1754312400@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/2025-08-04/
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:20250804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250624T194452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T194452Z
UID:10002656-1754312400-1754316000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Adoption's Special Challenges in the Classroom
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 \nIn this webinar\, Beth Syverson\, adoptive parent\, author\, educator\, and host of Unraveling Adoption podcast\, you will gain awareness of the many complexities that adopted and fostered students experience in the classroom. Topics will include: \n*Who needs to know an adopted/fostered person’s identity in school?\n*Uncomfortable school assignments and how to deal with them\n*Special mental health challenges that schools should be aware of \nBeth will share quandaries and personal experiences she often hears from parents and schools she has worked with. Let’s work together to make the classroom a safer and more compassionate place for our adopted and fostered children and youth.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/adoptions-special-challenges-in-the-classroom/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T192052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192052Z
UID:10001440-1754316000-1754321400@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/2025-08-04/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001517-1754470800-1754476200@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/2025-08-06/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250714T123635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T123635Z
UID:10002661-1754562600-1754569800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Family Triple A: Achieving Appreciative Atmospheres
DESCRIPTION:Embracing a multifaceted\, appreciative approach is vital when developing belonging and empowerment in foster care and adoption. Accordingly\, this webinar will provide both what the appreciative family looks like and how we can maximize a partnership between family\, children\, and community. Via a combination of personal and professional experiences in foster care and adoption\, Dr. Ronald Ferguson will provide the lessons learned and promising practices towards achieving an appreciative atmosphere in foster care and adoption. \n\nRon Ferguson\, Ph.D. Hailing from St. Croix\, Virgin Islands\, my life has been an adventurous\, cross-cultural journey. I have now made Minnesota my home. I seek to leverage both my lived experience and training as a sociologist to create positive systemic change. I hope that I continually “pay it forward” and be an agent of healing and hope!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/family-triple-a-achieving-appreciative-atmospheres/
CATEGORIES:- Birth/First Parents,- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RYYKADLHRGC5z9h4BkQhjQ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20240123T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T114136Z
UID:10002647-1754643600-1754668800@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/2025-08-08/
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:20250808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T193017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131854Z
UID:10001953-1754650800-1754656200@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/2025-08-08/
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:20250810T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002270-1754859600-1754863200@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/2025-08-10/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250714T123553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T195415Z
UID:10002660-1754992800-1755000000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Therapeutic Life Story Work – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:In this 2-part training\, attendees will learn countless tools for engaging children\, youth and families in order to facilitate aspects of the creative life story work narrative process\, including a specific introduction to the Rose model. Attendees will come away with a deeper understanding of attachment\, the impact of emotions and feelings work\, and tangible engagement strategies for helping trauma and care-experienced children and youth better understand their pasts and move towards recovery. \n  \nProfessor and adoptee Richard Rose\, AAP\, MBA\, BPhil\, PGSWE\, PQCCA\, CQSW founded and oversees the Therapeutic Life Story Work International (TLSWi) program\, www.tlswi.com. Richard undertakes consultancy and training on Life Story Therapy\, works with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma\, and develops academic training programs in the UK and internationally. Richard is a regular visitor to Australia where he is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Social Work and Social Policy at La Trobe University\, Honorary Associate of Institute of Open Adoption Studies\, University of Sydney and Honorary Associate of Berry Street Melbourne. He trains often worldwide\, including in the State of Oregon where he has helped to shift practice statewide in the child welfare field. Richard has authored multiple books and works with children and youth and their carers in out of home care and family settings with the aim of enabling placements to become healthy and nurturing for all involved.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/an-introduction-to-therapeutic-life-story-work-part-1/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T192738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192738Z
UID:10001876-1755063000-1755111600@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/2025-08-13/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001518-1755075600-1755081000@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/2025-08-13/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T202117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T202117Z
UID:10002512-1755111600-1755117000@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/2025-08-13/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T100000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T103900Z
UID:10002650-1755162000-1755165600@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/2025-08-14/
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:20250814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T192822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192822Z
UID:10001893-1755162000-1755167400@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/2025-08-14/
LOCATION:Zoom Link
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20240123T221356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T130735Z
UID:10002651-1755248400-1755363600@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. \n 
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-in-person-3/2025-08-15/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002271-1755464400-1755468000@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/2025-08-17/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250714T123702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T195511Z
UID:10002662-1755597600-1755604800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Therapeutic Life Story Work – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:In the second session of this two-part training\, attendees will continue exploring tools and techniques for engaging children\, youth\, and families in the life story work process. Building on concepts introduced in Part 1\, participants will have opportunities to deepen their understanding of how to support trauma and care-experienced children in processing their stories\, strengthening identity\, and fostering healing. While it is recommended to attend both sessions\, each training is designed to stand alone and be accessible to all. \n  \n\nProfessor and adoptee Richard Rose\, AAP\, MBA\, BPhil\, PGSWE\, PQCCA\, CQSW founded and oversees the Therapeutic Life Story Work International (TLSWi) program\, www.tlswi.com. Richard undertakes consultancy and training on Life Story Therapy\, works with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma\, and develops academic training programs in the UK and internationally. Richard is a regular visitor to Australia where he is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Social Work and Social Policy at La Trobe University\, Honorary Associate of Institute of Open Adoption Studies\, University of Sydney and Honorary Associate of Berry Street Melbourne. He trains often worldwide\, including in the State of Oregon where he has helped to shift practice statewide in the child welfare field. Richard has authored multiple books and works with children and youth and their carers in out of home care and family settings with the aim of enabling placements to become healthy and nurturing for all involved.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/an-introduction-to-therapeutic-life-story-work-part-2/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001519-1755680400-1755685800@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/2025-08-20/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250714T123926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T195603Z
UID:10002663-1755694800-1755702000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Understanding NEAR: Building Self-Healing Communities
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will help attendees understand NEAR\, which stands for Neurobiology\, Epigenetics\, ACEs\, and Resilience. It will cover how our early experiences impact our brain and behavior\, research findings from the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study\, and the numerous opportunities we have as individuals and collectively to foster resilience and healing. This presentation provides a shared understanding of Adverse childhood Experience (ACEs) and catalyzes community actions that promote resilience. By employing this strategy\, we adopt a public health approach to shifting the the trajectory of health and well-being in our state. \nAddressing intergenerational and historical trauma requires a range of creative solutions and approaches. Although a two-hour presentation cannot provide all the answers\, the key goal of this presentation is to establish a common language and understanding of ACEs and the relative research as a starting point. After attending this presentation\, attendees are encouraged to think about how this information could be applied within their “sphere of influence” (family\, workplace\, school\, community\, etc.). \n\nLinsey McMurrin\, a citizen of the Leech Lake Nation of Ojibwe\, strives to serve our communities in a culturally affirming way to promote truth-seeking\, healing\, and change. Linsey’s work focuses on understanding how we are impacted by our experiences and the experiences of those who have come before us\, allowing us to build more authentic relationships and connections through healing-centered engagement. Linsey advocates for equity-centered and community-driven work\, believing that cultural humility\, social-emotional skill development\, and a commitment to lifelong learning\, unlearning\, and growth are central components in supporting thriving individuals\, families\, and communities. Linsey is the Executive Director of Peacemaker Resources. \n\n\nBarb Sorum has been working in the field of child abuse and neglect prevention since 1993. As Director of Prevention Initiatives with Minnesota FamilyWise Services\, she works extensively with family and community supportive services to strengthen awareness and prevention education efforts. Barb coordinates and facilitates regional trainings\, coalition building\, implementing system changes\, supervision\, and quality assurance. She works with community leaders and agencies to establish and guide the operations of parenting support and education programs through the Circle of Parents statewide network. \nAs a Certified ACE Interface Master Trainer\, Barb specializes in the impact of trauma on the neurobiology and brain development of children\, epigenetics\, the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) study\, and community resilience and capacity building (NEAR). She has extensive knowledge of child abuse\, neglect\, and domestic violence prevention efforts\, providing direct and indirect services\, support\, and intervention to women\, parents\, children\, and families in crisis. She is a survivor of child abuse and domestic violence and is committed to children’s health\, welfare\, and safety\, as well as developing parent and community-based leadership. Barb represents FamilyWise Services in local\, statewide\, and national collaborative activities\, including service on the statewide and national Circle of Parents board of directors.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/understanding-near-building-self-healing-communities/
CATEGORIES:- Birth/First Parents,- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20240124T173643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T152540Z
UID:10002791-1755712800-1755718200@permanencyhubmn.org
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-2/2025-08-20/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T193040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131922Z
UID:10002013-1755774000-1755779400@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/2025-08-21/
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:20250824T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002272-1756069200-1756072800@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/2025-08-24/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20240123T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T114136Z
UID:10002680-1756112400-1756137600@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/2025-08-25/
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:20250825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T193940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T193940Z
UID:10002073-1756146600-1756152000@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/2025-08-25/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T194110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T152707Z
UID:10002133-1756231200-1756236600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Central MN Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Join our in-person support group for foster\, adoptive\, and kinship caregivers in St Cloud and surrounding area.\nChildcare and dinner are provided.\nPre-registration is required. Click on the Support Group Link to pre-register.\nLocation: 1300 W. St. Germain St. Room 268 \nFacilitated by Katie Nueman\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-central-mn-parenting-support/2025-08-26/
LOCATION:Great River Regional Library\, 1300 W. St. Germain St.\, St. Cloud\, 56301
CATEGORIES:- Children (0-10),- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001520-1756285200-1756290600@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/2025-08-27/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T194145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194145Z
UID:10002193-1756323000-1756328400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Rainbow Families Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual support for LGBTQIA2S+ 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-rainbow-families-support/2025-08-27/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20240311T112010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T132119Z
UID:10000383-1756404000-1756409400@permanencyhubmn.org
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/2025-08-28/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T134753
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002273-1756674000-1756677600@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/2025-08-31/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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