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SUMMARY:The Increasing Rates of Childhood and Adolescent Anxiety: How to Help and Support Children and Adolescents Through Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will provide an overview of anxiety among children and adolescents. It will discuss common symptoms and diagnoses. Dr. Siek will specifically focus on reasons why anxiety is on the rise among this population along with practical solutions on how caregivers and professionals can help support this population experiencing anxiety.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/the-increasing-rates-of-childhood-and-adolescent-anxiety-how-to-help-and-support-children-and-adolescents-through-anxiety/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
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UID:10001446-1770040800-1770046200@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/2026-02-02/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
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SUMMARY:Share and Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Support Groups are an excellent tool where families are able to share experiences and encourage each other in a confidential\, non-judgmental setting.  Support Groups are facilitated by North Homes case managers\, with years of experience in both adoption and foster care fields.  It is an opportune time for families to network\, problem solve\, and gather information on available resources and trainings.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/share-and-support-group/2026-02-02/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260106T163101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T163101Z
UID:10002936-1770120000-1770123600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Neuroception: Using Your Parenting Super-Power!
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Webinar: Neuroception: Using Your Parenting Super-Power!\nTuesday\, Feb. 03 from 12-1:00 pm (CT) via Zoom\nExploring more polyvagal theory\, we will dig further into how our brains and bodies react when we perceive threat and danger\, factoring in caregiver behaviors.  When stressed and stretched thin\, our unplanned reactions to challenges can broadcast “CODE RED” to kids\, creating a feedback loop that can quickly escalate to a tough night\, a bad week\, or a placement disruption.  Let’s talk about preventing it all by creating calm that we can bring kids into\, so that our homes have a little less chaos! \nPresented by Susan Katherine Taylor \nSusan Katherine Taylor has been at Radford University since 2011 as a training coordinator with the Consortium for Resource\, Adoptive\, and Foster Family Training (CRAFFT) at Radford University.  She has worked at state\, regional\, and local levels with children\, caregivers\, and the systems that support them.  She has an interdisciplinary bachelor’s degree from Davidson College in Psychology and Sociology and graduated with honors from The University of Tennessee\, Knoxville\, where she obtained her Master of Science in Child & Family Studies.  She has post-graduate work from The School of Life\, where she majors in humor and humility\, with minors in love\, loss\, and letting go – accumulated over three decades of work with children and those who care for them\, and 25 years as a kinship caregiver.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/webinar-neuroception-using-your-parenting-super-power/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001543-1770195600-1770201000@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/2026-02-04/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260107T211350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211350Z
UID:10003051-1770292800-1770298200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Writing History\, Uncovering Truths
DESCRIPTION:As a bestselling and award-winning author and educator\, Rhodes has dedicated her life’s work to uncovering suppressed stories. In this talk\, she shares her personal experience researching and publishing the first novel to depict the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and delves into the reasons why it’s taken our society so long for these important narratives to come to the forefront. By bringing history to light through fiction\, she uncovers the truth in the pursuit of making the future brighter.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/writing-history-uncovering-truths/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260107T211248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211248Z
UID:10002994-1770314400-1770319800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Identity in Art Youth Group 2026
DESCRIPTION:Identity in Art Youth Group is a safe space for Black Youth from Transracial Families to talk about their journey through Foster Care\, Kinship\, and Adoption with topics surrounding cultural ethnicity and positive self-identity. This group is facilitated by UMOJA MN staff and community members.\nWe will meet for four sessions in February. The Cultural Enrichment Support group by facilitated by UMOJA MN will give the opportunity for the participants to connect\, share their feelings\, life skills and abilities to conquer the world with other youths like themselves. The support group will give lessons on the importance of community connection\, ethnicity\, positive self-identity and being a Black child today. This is open to 9–12-year-olds\, which offers the ability to talk openly about age-appropriate and specific topics.  \n\nDates:  Thursdays February 5th\, 12th\, 19th and 26th.\nTime: 6:00pm-7:30pm\nLocation: Phalen Recreation Center\, 1000 E Wheelock Parkway\, St. Paul\, MN 55106.\n\nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please contact UMOJA MN at umoja@evolveservices.org. \nUMOJA MN is funded by the MN Department of Children\, Youth and Families for families and caregivers of Black children and youth who are adopted or fostered in MN. Transportation must be provided by caregivers.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/identity-in-art-youth-group-2026/2026-02-05/
CATEGORIES:- Children (0-10),- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18),FAMILY CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20240617T142122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T142122Z
UID:10000600-1770370200-1770375600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
DESCRIPTION:1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month\n9:30-10:45 am on Zoom\nFacilitator:  Janet Salo\, Kinship Navigator \nProviding education\, information and mutual support for kinship caregivers-those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development\, relationships with adult children\, understanding trauma\, mental health resources and more!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/virtual-kinship-support-education-group/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20240207T170204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T164506Z
UID:10001220-1770458400-1770463800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Kinship Support and Education Groups
DESCRIPTION:Our Kinship Support and Education Groups are open to all kinship caregivers- those caring for a relative’s or friend’s child.  We offer both virtual and in-person group sessions.  Virtual sessions occur the first and third Friday of every month\, while the in-person sessions take place the first Saturday of every month. \nJoin us when you can for mutual support\, ideas.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/in-person-kinship-support-and-education-groups/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:Peace Lutheran Church\, 4512 France Ave N\, Robbinsdale\, 55422
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002296-1770584400-1770588000@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/2026-02-08/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260107T211436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211436Z
UID:10003052-1770723000-1770728400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Bridging the Gap: Strengthening Collaboration Between Caregivers and Families of Origin
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop highlights the exciting work in child welfare related to building and maintaining relationships and communication between birth parents and foster/adoptive parents. The goal of this training is to help foster parents and workers better understand the importance of families working together. We will examine the benefits and challenges of these working relationships and explore strategies to ensure success.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/bridging-the-gap-strengthening-collaboration-between-caregivers-and-families-of-origin/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260204T211835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T211835Z
UID:10003070-1770724800-1770732000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: One Yes at a Time-How Open Adoption Transformed Our Family
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Webinar: One Yes at a Time-How Open Adoption Transformed Our Family\nTuesday\, Feb. 10 from 12-1:30 pm (CT) via Zoom\nJoin us in an interview with Susan Strong\, author of the book\, One Yes at a Time\, as she shares her open adoption experiences\, including the joys of building and maintaining lifelong relationships with her children’s birth parents\, making the choice to trust and love each other\, navigating challenging moments\, and supporting her children’s identities as adopted individuals. \nPresented by Susan Strong \nSusan Strong is a Twin Cities-based writer. Writing her memoir\, One Yes at a Time: How Adoption Transformed Our Family helped her realize that saying yes during pivotal moments in her life is the secret ingredient to positive change. You can read more about Susan and her adoption journey on Substack and at her website.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/webinar-one-yes-at-a-time-how-open-adoption-transformed-our-family/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Adult Adoptees,- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T192738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192738Z
UID:10001882-1770787800-1770836400@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/2026-02-11/
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:20260211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001544-1770800400-1770805800@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/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260107T211458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211458Z
UID:10003053-1770807600-1770814800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Before I Let Go
DESCRIPTION:Most of us know this term as Frankie Beverly & Maze’s most popular song. This timeless song reminds us to think about what families should do as youth are transitioning. This session focuses on the importance of social capital as a strategy to assist young adults as they transition out of foster care. We’ll define what social capital is and how to harness it for our young people.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/before-i-let-go/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20240131T143616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T194617Z
UID:10000767-1770811200-1770818400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Share and Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Support Groups are an excellent tool where families are able to share experiences and encourage each other in a confidential\, non-judgmental setting.  Support Groups are facilitated by North Homes case managers\, with years of experience in both adoption and foster care fields.  It is an opportune time for families to network\, problem solve and gather information on available resources and trainings.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/share-and-support-group-2/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T202117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T202117Z
UID:10002518-1770836400-1770841800@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/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T192822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192822Z
UID:10001899-1770886800-1770892200@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/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:Zoom Link
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T103900Z
UID:10002932-1770915600-1770919200@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/2026-02-12/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260107T211248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211248Z
UID:10002995-1770919200-1770924600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Identity in Art Youth Group 2026
DESCRIPTION:Identity in Art Youth Group is a safe space for Black Youth from Transracial Families to talk about their journey through Foster Care\, Kinship\, and Adoption with topics surrounding cultural ethnicity and positive self-identity. This group is facilitated by UMOJA MN staff and community members.\nWe will meet for four sessions in February. The Cultural Enrichment Support group by facilitated by UMOJA MN will give the opportunity for the participants to connect\, share their feelings\, life skills and abilities to conquer the world with other youths like themselves. The support group will give lessons on the importance of community connection\, ethnicity\, positive self-identity and being a Black child today. This is open to 9–12-year-olds\, which offers the ability to talk openly about age-appropriate and specific topics.  \n\nDates:  Thursdays February 5th\, 12th\, 19th and 26th.\nTime: 6:00pm-7:30pm\nLocation: Phalen Recreation Center\, 1000 E Wheelock Parkway\, St. Paul\, MN 55106.\n\nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please contact UMOJA MN at umoja@evolveservices.org. \nUMOJA MN is funded by the MN Department of Children\, Youth and Families for families and caregivers of Black children and youth who are adopted or fostered in MN. Transportation must be provided by caregivers.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/identity-in-art-youth-group-2026/2026-02-12/
CATEGORIES:- Children (0-10),- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18),FAMILY CALENDAR
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20240123T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T114136Z
UID:10002931-1770973200-1770998400@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/2026-02-13/
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:20260213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T193017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131854Z
UID:10001959-1770980400-1770985800@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/2026-02-13/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002297-1771189200-1771192800@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/2026-02-15/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250814T171224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T171249Z
UID:10002697-1771243200-1771246800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Relative & Kinship Share & Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This is a welcoming virtual space for caregivers of relative and kin youth – whether through foster care or informal arrangements – to connect\, share experiences\, and support one another.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/relative-kinship-share-support-group/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups,FAMILY CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260130T132826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T132826Z
UID:10003069-1771329600-1771333200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Applying for MFIP Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota benefits are important for parenting families.  Learn how to apply online for Food Assistance (SNAP)\, Emergency Assistance)\, MFIP/Cash programs\, and the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) with one online application.   Find out how to upload documents to your application without creating a sign in.  We will also review the paper application. \nDetails:\nTuesday Feb 17th noon — 1:00 pm\nVirtual Presentation via Zoom \nJanet Salo is a Kinship Navigator with the Kinship Family Support Services\, a program of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota. She is an advocate for kinship caregivers and children in their care. She brings over 25 years of non-profit experience focusing on advocacy and support of individuals with unique abilities and needs\, educational advocacy\, training and support for kinship caregivers and children in transition.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/webinar-applying-for-mfip-benefits/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,FAMILY CALENDAR
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260107T211517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211517Z
UID:10003054-1771329600-1771335000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Grief\, Loss\, and Your Biological Child
DESCRIPTION:The birth children of foster and adoptive parents experience grief and loss in a unique way. From the comings and goings\, new additions\, changes to routines\, and shifts in family dynamics\, the family unit is no longer the same. This presentation will explore the many different ways birth children may experience and express grief within foster and adoptive families\, and how parents can support them in processing these complex emotions.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/grief-loss-and-your-biological-child/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001545-1771405200-1771410600@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/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260107T211557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211557Z
UID:10003055-1771498800-1771502400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Helping Your Teen Navigate Stress and Anxiety: A Caregivers Guide
DESCRIPTION:As rates of teen mental health concerns continue to rise\, caregivers are often asking teens “What can I do to help?”. This presentation will provide clear\, research-informed answers with practice tools that meet families where they are at.\nParticipants will learn how to:\n– Recognize early signs of stress and anxiety in adolescents\n– Use calming and validating communication strategies to help build trust\n– Teach and model tools based on evidence-based practices\n– Create a simple family action plan for emotional wellness\n– Identify when and how to seek additional professional or school-based support
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/helping-your-teen-navigate-stress-and-anxiety-a-caregivers-guide/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20250303T193040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131922Z
UID:10002019-1771498800-1771504200@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/2026-02-19/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T111447
CREATED:20260107T211248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T211248Z
UID:10002996-1771524000-1771529400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Identity in Art Youth Group 2026
DESCRIPTION:Identity in Art Youth Group is a safe space for Black Youth from Transracial Families to talk about their journey through Foster Care\, Kinship\, and Adoption with topics surrounding cultural ethnicity and positive self-identity. This group is facilitated by UMOJA MN staff and community members.\nWe will meet for four sessions in February. The Cultural Enrichment Support group by facilitated by UMOJA MN will give the opportunity for the participants to connect\, share their feelings\, life skills and abilities to conquer the world with other youths like themselves. The support group will give lessons on the importance of community connection\, ethnicity\, positive self-identity and being a Black child today. This is open to 9–12-year-olds\, which offers the ability to talk openly about age-appropriate and specific topics.  \n\nDates:  Thursdays February 5th\, 12th\, 19th and 26th.\nTime: 6:00pm-7:30pm\nLocation: Phalen Recreation Center\, 1000 E Wheelock Parkway\, St. Paul\, MN 55106.\n\nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please contact UMOJA MN at umoja@evolveservices.org. \nUMOJA MN is funded by the MN Department of Children\, Youth and Families for families and caregivers of Black children and youth who are adopted or fostered in MN. Transportation must be provided by caregivers.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/identity-in-art-youth-group-2026/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:- Children (0-10),- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18),FAMILY CALENDAR
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