Events
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An Introduction to Therapeutic Life Story Work – Part 1
Virtual EventIn 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…
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Support Group: Transracial Families Support
Eagan Community Center 1501 Central Parkway, EaganJoin us for our in-person support for caregivers & youth in transracial families. Youth will engage in a separate activity while caregivers meet. Refreshments provided. Childcare provided for youth 8 and under. Pre-registration is required. Click on the Support Group Link to register. Facilitated by Nitara Frost, Senior Parent Support Specialist and Carissa Franklin, Youth…
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Support Group: General Parenting Support
Virtual weekly support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Julie Peterson Parent Support Specialist
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Share and Support Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Support GroupsSupport 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…
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Support Group: Transracial Families Support (virtual)
Virtual monthly support group for adoptive, foster, and kinship transracial families. *Caregivers only* Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Nitara Frost, Senior Parent Support Specialist and Carissa Franklin, Youth Engagement Specialist
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Foster Care and Education Classes – Online
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Pre-Adoption Classes & OrientationThe online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility, have limited business hour availability, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. Couples may complete their education together or pursue it separately. Either way, each participant must attend the entirety of their chosen track. In this track, you will complete your education over a four-week…
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Support Group: Kinship Caregivers Support
Zoom LinkJoin us for a monthly virtual support group for kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Katie Neuman Parent Support Specialist
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Adult Adoptee Support Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States +1 more- Support GroupsAdult Adoptees from all placing agencies are welcome to attend. While each story is unique, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences. Topics will be suggested, but each month the conversation will be open to relevant, participant-led, discussion. This is a safe, confidential space, the group is facilitated…
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Kinship Parenting and Building Resilience
Virtual Conference conference@wearefamiliesrising.org- Ongoing LearningThis training acknowledges the complexities associated with Relative/Kinship caregiving through fostering and adoption. Topics will include divided loyalties, redefining roles and relationships, setting boundaries with parents and other relatives, the range of emotions caregivers can feel and how children who have experienced trauma, separation, or loss can impact a caregiver’s own well-being. Strategies for how…
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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person
Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States- Pre-Adoption Classes & OrientationThe 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. This track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes…
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Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Support Groups1st & 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…
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Connect2Connect: Community Gathering
Camp Confidence 1620 Mary Fawcett Memorial Dr, East Gull Lake- ActivitiesJoin Us for Community & Connection Connect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person, interactive, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. Confidence Learning Center “Camp Confidence” – Brainerd, MN Saturday, August…
