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  • FAM’s Kinship Self-Care & Resource Fair

    Foster Adopt Minnesota 2446 University Ave W, Suite 104, St. Paul, MN, United States
    - Activities

    In celebration of Kinship Month, Foster Adopt Minnesota will be hosting our annual Kinship Self-Care & Resource Fair for kinship caregivers at our St. Paul office on Tuesday, September 16th, 1:00-6:00PM! This open house-style event is specifically for kinship caregivers in Minnesota. Join us for valuable resources, community connections, self-care opportunities, and a chance to explore…

  • Culturally Responsive Parenting Group

    Culturally Responsive Parenting Group
    Minnesota Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 10715 Zenith Ave S, Bloomington
    - Ongoing Learning

    UMOJA's Culturally Responsive Parenting Group provides a safe space for caregivers to ask questions and gain more understanding of their own biases and how to confront and reduce personal bias to better serve their children. This group also focuses on positive discipline, being a Black child in the world today, and trauma surrounding foster care…

    Free

  • Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group

    Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group
    - Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States
    - Support Groups

    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…

  • Search & Reunion Support Group

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

    This group is for adult adoptees and birth parents who are not related to one another and who are considering, or active in, search and reunion or have searched and the other party is not open to contact. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Members are supportive of one another and willing to share…

  • [Part 1] Secondary Trauma

    Virtual Event

    Secondary trauma, also known as vicarious trauma, is the emotional and psychological impact experienced by people who are indirectly exposed to the traumatic experiences of others. It can occur through…

    Free

  • Support Group: Metro Lunch Bunch

    Support Group: Metro Lunch Bunch
    Metro Lunch Bunch Use the link to pre-register.

    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. Pre-registration is required. Click on the Lunch Bunch Link to view details and pre-register. Facilitated by Julie Peterson Parent Support Specialist

  • Fall Family Retreat

    Camp Knutson 11148 Manhattan Point Blvd, Cross Lake
    - Activities

    All Ampersand-affiliated families who have a foster or adoptive youth in their home are invited to attend our Fall Family Retreat at Camp Knutson! All eligible families will receive a direct invite with a link to RSVP, and the RSVP link will also be in the general family newsletter.

  • Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group

    Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
    - Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States
    - Support Groups

    1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month 9:30-10:45 am on Zoom Facilitator:  Janet Salo, Kinship Navigator Providing 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…

  • Special Education | Helping Students Succeed

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

    Saturday, September 20 10 a.m. – Noon on Zoom Learn the basics of the special education process including evaluation, Individualized Education Programs, and students’ rights.  We’ll discuss the laws that impact children with disabilities, such as 504 Plans, the use of seclusion and restraints, and discipline policies. Gain a better understanding of how you can…