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Part 1: A Brain-First Approach to Parenting

Neuroscience research underscores the influence of environmental factors, teratogens, and prenatal or postnatal stressors such as trauma, alcohol, and drug exposure on brain development. Many children impacted by these factors…

Preparing Your Estate: Wills, Trusts, and all that Stuff

Discussion of important estate planning topics including probate administration, wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, taxes. Amanda R. Hespen, Attorney, JD practices in the fields of estates and…

Live Webinar | Understanding the Children’s Mental Health System

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

This 1.5-hour class gives parents and guardians a comprehensive overview of the children’s mental health system, including assessment and diagnosis, care and treatment, public health insurance options, supportive community services,…

Getting to Know the Office of the Foster Youth Ombudsperson

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

The Office of the Foster Youth Ombudsperson (OOFY) was created in response to Fosters* expressing a need for an office to respond to their unanswered concerns. OOFY is a neutral…

Part 2: A Brain-First Approach to Parenting

Many children who have experienced prenatal or postnatal stressors such as trauma, alcohol, and drug exposure also have challenging behavioral symptoms, requiring support from their parents and caregivers that is often more intensive than "typical" parenting. Parents and caregivers are then required to shift their parenting from a traditional behavioral lens to one that is…

Reduce Screentime and Improve Sleep

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

Description: Research indicates children are getting fewer hours of sleep than they need, primarily due to their intense engagement in screen time. We will walk through a step-by-step guide to help reduce children’s screen time children without the battles you might anticipate. You will learn: Why good sleep habits are important. Steps to monitor and…

Kinship Support for American Indian Relatives

Minneapolis American Indian Center 1530 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, United States

Learn how to help! How relatives/kin can support families involved with child protection The process and resources available How to be considered a placement for children Virtual option available! Register…

[FosterEd] Navigating the Mental Health Crisis: Asian Adolescents and Anti-Asian Hate Crimes During the Pandemic

Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the impact of rising anti-Asian hate crimes during the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of Asian adolescents. We will begin by defining anti-Asian crimes and racial discrimination, providing a foundational understanding of these critical issues. The discussion will then delve into the unique psychological impacts of racial…

[FosterEd] Part 2: Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health

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

Adolescence is a time of major transition physically, emotionally, and socially. Healthy sexuality is an important part of adolescent development, and caring adults play a key role in helping young…

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