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  • [Part 2] Secondary Trauma

    Virtual Event

    This is the second session in our two-part webinar series on Secondary Trauma, also known as vicarious trauma. Secondary Trauma is the emotional and psychological impact experienced by people who…

    Free

  • Understanding the Mind of the Child with Lying and Stealing Problems

    Lying and stealing can be fairly typical behaviors in children from traumatic backgrounds. They have often served to help the child survive in a world perceived as dangerous and ungiving. The mind of the child who resorts to secret and solitary behaviors may believe that needs and wants are not met by parents. We will…

    Free

  • Webinar: Curly Hair Loving Care

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

    Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 12-1:30 pm (CT) via Zoom This course introduces parents to the connection children have with their hair as well as the needs of textured hair and melanated skin. Parents will gain an understanding of the importance of celebrating ties for children in foster care as well as the basics of proper…

  • It’s the Magic in Living

    Virtual Event

    We all want to make a difference in life. It's a chance to use our own talents and unique skills. But then -- there's the unrelenting daily routine! It can…

    Free

  • DCYF: Permanency Coffee Talk: Consent to Adopt and Northstar Adoption Assistance Process

    Learn more about the intricacies of a Consent to Adopt and what that means for the Northstar Adoption Assistance process. This training includes an explanation of what a Consent to Adopt is, the relative search requirements, and more in-depth on the Northstar Adoption Assistance Process including the Eligibility Determination application.   Nicole Lanz, MSW, LGSW;…

    Free

  • Live Webinar: Behavioral Health Crisis Planning for Families

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

    Wed. Oct. 22nd 10:30 am - 12 noon Online via Zoom Presenter:  Renee Labat, Youth Program Coordinator, from NAMI Minnesota Learn the warning signs of a crisis, how to prevent a crisis, and steps to take during and after a crisis. Caregivers will also learn how to create a crisis plan, when to call 911 vs. the…

  • Supporting Children Impacted by Parental Incarceration: Considerations for Caregivers and Professionals

    This session will explore children's experiences when parents are involved in the criminal legal system and consider how caregivers and professionals can support children before, during, and after these experiences. We will explore how best to support children's behaviors and emotions around parent-child contact (e.g., visits in a prison or jail), as well as when…

    Free

  • Supporting Children Impacted by Parental Incarceration: Considerations for Caregivers and Professionals

    - Ongoing Learning

    This session will explore children's experiences when parents are involved in the criminal legal system and consider how caregivers and professionals can support children before, during, and after these experiences. We will explore how best to support children's behaviors and emotions around parent-child contact (e.g., visits in a prison or jail), as well as when…

    Free

  • [For Professionals] Professional Dangerousness: The Quiet Undercurrent in Human Services

    The dynamic you’ve felt, but no one named. Join us for an introduction to Professional Dangerousness (PD)-- the subtle patterns in our practice and systems that may be unintentionally creating barriers for the very people we’re aiming to support. Together, we’ll uncover how to recognize, reflect on, and respond to PD in order to strengthen…

    Free

  • Circus of the Heart

    North End Event Center, Minnesota State Fair Grounds Falcon Heights, United States
    - Activities

    Welcome to the 28th Annual Circus of the Heart! Join us for the kick-off of Minnesota’s Adoption Awareness Month, honoring families who have grown through adoption and kinship care. We will be back at the North End Event Center in St. Paul. We will also have a virtual option available. Both will take place Saturday,…