Events
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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…
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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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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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Tackling Professional Dangerousness: From Awareness to Action
- Ongoing LearningBuilding on the foundation of the previous session Professional Dangerousness: The Quiet Undercurrent in Human Services, this session provides a hands-on, action-oriented approach to addressing PD in human services practice. Participants will engage in interactive exercises to apply the Self+ framework—Awareness, Reflection, Compassion, Care, and Growth—transforming insight into practical strategies for real-world situations. Through guided…
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Support Group: Central MN Lunch Bunch
Central Minnesota Details and pre-register here using the link.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. Facilitate by Katie Neuman Parent Support Specialist
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Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. Click on the Support Group Link to join. Facilitated by Nitara Frost Senior Parent Support Specialist
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Is It Really RAD?
This webinar will explore attachment in a realistic and straightforward way, distinguishing between Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) and attachment concerns. The main goal is to help caregivers and professionals understand the differences in attachment strategies and that not every attachment struggle is RAD. A second goal is to give parents hope for healing from broken…
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Webinar: From Eye Rolls to Real Conversations: Practical Strategies for Connecting with Teens
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United StatesJoin Us for a Webinar: From Eye Rolls to Real Conversations: Practical Strategies for Connecting with Teens Tuesday, Apr. 14th from 1-2:30 pm (CT) via Zoom Many parents fear ‘the teenage years’, not knowing how to connect with their kids. It can be easier than you think! Join us for practical advice and tools you…
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Black Teens in Action Spring Cohort
Franklin Library 1314 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis- ActivitiesBlack Teens in Action is a youth driven, in-person program where Black teens can grow, connect, and take action together. Over four weeks, participants will design and lead a community service project that makes a real impact—whether it’s hosting a block party, organizing a cleanup, or preparing meals for those in need. Youth will meet once…
