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SUMMARY:Caregivers Parenting Circle
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers Parenting Group is a group that brings together individuals and families caring for children through kinship or foster care placement. Borrowing from the teachings of “Gifts Of the Sacred Circle” and “Gete-Aniahinabe Miikana” (The Old One’s Road). We will embrace the traditions of preserving family and cultural ties and supporting caregivers. The group started on February 5th but runs monthly on the first Monday of the month. The next group will be on April 1st\, 2024\, from 11:30 to 1:00. A meal will be provided. The group will be held in person at the Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center\, 2300 15th Ave S\, MPLS\, MN 55404. Please contact Sarah Carlson for questions or to register for this group at 612-438-8312 or Email: scarlson@miwrc.org
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/caregivers-parenting-circle/2024-04-01/
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:For all Ampersand-affiliated adoptive\, pre-adoptive\, and kinship caregivers. Caregivers are invited to share their experiences and get support from other caregivers while youth participate in an activity supervised by Ampersand Families staff. Dinner is provided for all. Invites go out approximately 2 weeks before the event. Hybrid option available. Please RSVP to mina@ampersandfamilies.org.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/caregiver-roundtable/2024-03-28/
LOCATION:Ampersand Families Office\, 1751 County Rd B West Suite 300\, Roseville\, 55113
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T103900Z
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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/2024-03-27/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240319T184319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T184319Z
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SUMMARY:Festival for Fathers and Families 2024
DESCRIPTION:Brunch served 9:30am- 11:00am. Activities: Easter Bunny\, Photo frame making\, egg coloring\, planting\, reading center\, face painting and many more vendors and exhibits for the whole family!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/festival-for-fathers-and-families-2024/
LOCATION:Shooting Star Casino\, 777 S Casino Rd\, Mahnomen\, MN\, 56557\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Activities,- Children (0-10),- Youth (11-18)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240123T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T114136Z
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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/2024-03-22/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240118T135116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T173546Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Home and LSS Foster Care & Adoption Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Home and LSS welcome you to attend this free meeting to learn about fostering and adopting children from within the Minnesota foster care system. This orientation will provide an overview of the process and address details such as children served\, timelines\, fees (spoiler: there are practically none!)\, licensing requirements\, and more. \nAlong with completing this two-hour orientation\, you will also need to complete Foster Care & Adoption Education Class. Many families find it helpful to attend this orientation first because it is less time-intensive and will answer many of the general questions you may have about the process.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/childrens-home-and-lss-foster-care-adoption-orientation-3/2024-03-21/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home & Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240124T173856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T113003Z
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SUMMARY:Search & Reunion Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 their reunion journeys with one another- including their successes\, disappointments\, and joys! Participants may have been adopted or placed a child through any type of adoption (infant\, international\, foster care adoption) and through any agency/county. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (CT). It alternates between online and in-person meetings.   \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/search-reunion-support-group-2/2024-03-20/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Adult Adoptees,- Birth/First Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240124T173643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T152540Z
UID:10002775-1710957600-1710963000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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 possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets online and takes place on the third Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/greater-minnesota-parent-support-group-2/2024-03-20/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240207T170303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T170303Z
UID:10000348-1710936000-1710941400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Live Webinar - Kinship Resources: Financial\, Medical\, and Mental Health Services
DESCRIPTION:If you are raising your relative’s or friend’s child\, you know that it takes resources to support your family.  This presentation is on the financial supports that may be available to you such as the MFIP Child Only Grant\, nutrition supports\, energy assistance programs\, child support and other public state and federal benefits. \nPresenter: \nJanet Salo is a Kinship Navigator with the Kinship Family Support Services\, a program of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota. She is a fierce advocate for kinship caregivers and the 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/live-webinar-kinship-resources-financial-medical-and-mental-health-services/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240131T211802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T151625Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Countering Learned Helplessness in Youth
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will delve into strategies for combating learned helplessness in young individuals. Our focus will be twofold: examining the factors that contribute to the development of learned helplessness in youth\, and exploring the concept of learned optimism as its antithesis. \nLaura Thro M.P.S. focuses on healing after trauma by utilizing restorative and transformational approaches through program development\, implementation\, and training. She facilitates a restorative practice program for individuals in correctional facilities aimed at transformation through accountability. Laura holds various degrees in psychology\, domestic violence\, criminology\, and violence prevention. She also developed and taught an Introduction to Domestic Violence course at UMD.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-countering-learned-helplessness-in-youth/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T121500
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240206T150236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T174703Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Using Art Therapy to Support Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will discuss the potential of art therapy techniques to support emotional regulation for children with a history of neurodevelopmental disabilities\, trauma\, and/or mental health challenges. Rebekah & Carolyn will present a brief art therapy program that was developed to reduce anxiety for autistic children and discuss how a similar program may be adapted for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship families and professionals supporting these families. Session participants will be invited to experience art therapy using materials commonly found in any home or office\, like paper\, pencils\, scissors\, glue sticks\, and colored media such as markers. Use a few\, or use them all! \nDr. Rebekah Hudock is an Assistant Professor and Pediatric Neuropsychologist at the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB). She specializes in diagnostic evaluations\, therapy programming\, and clinical research for children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families. Dr. Hudock is also a faculty mentor for the Leadership in Education and Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program and provides supervision for undergraduate and graduate students who are gaining clinical and research skills within the MIDB Clinic. \nCarolyn Buller\, MA\, is working towards becoming licensed in mental health and art therapy. She earned her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling & Art Therapy Specialty from Adler Graduate School and completed an internship at the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-using-art-therapy-to-support-anxiety/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240319T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240130T131150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T185819Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Meeting Belonging Needs as a Supportive Adult
DESCRIPTION:“We all are born into the world looking for someone looking for us\, and we remain in this mode of searching for the rest of our lives.” – Dr. Curt Thompson \nBelonging is a basic human need that is essential for every person\, regardless of age or background. However\, children who have experienced traumatic or adverse events may find it harder to attain this need than others. As adults who have stepped up to care for and help them grow\, it is important to ensure that their trauma does not define their future. Did you know that the primary sources of belonging for youth are family\, school\, and community\, in that order? If you serve\, connect\, or care for youth in any 3 of those spaces\, then this webinar will be for you. We will cover foundational concepts such as trauma\, belonging\, ACEs\, and more. We will explore the link between trauma and a lack of belonging. And most importantly\, we will uncover\, brainstorm\, and discuss strategies for fostering a sense of belonging in your particular role and assisting those you serve in reaching their full potential. \nGaelin Elmore is a dynamic and nationally sought-after keynote speaker\, trainer\, and thought leader. He works with organizations and people who want to help children overcome trauma and unleash their potential through the implementation of belonging. Gaelin’s passion and energy for his work stems from his heart for justice\, and his own lived experience. Gaelin has spent most of his life\, and his entire childhood\, on a journey to find the places in which he belonged. That journey led Gaelin to the National Football League\, and now to stages and board rooms all across the country\, aiming to inspire\, encourage\, and equip others to think differently about their work and its long-term impact on others. Gaelin now lives in Eden Prairie\, MN\, where he gets to experience the purest form of belonging as a husband to his wife\, Micaela\, and dad to their two daughters\, Laniah and Tatum.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-meeting-belonging-needs-as-a-supportive-adult/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Adult Adoptees,- Birth/First Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240311T112128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T112128Z
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Placement Training
DESCRIPTION:Come listen to a panel talk about what you need to prepare for a youth moving into your home! \nAmpersand-affiliated families only (families who had their home study done by Ampersand or who are matching with a youth who has a Child Specific Recruiter/worker through Ampersand) \nRegister here: https://forms.office.com/r/sPfMXuJZNM
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/preparing-for-placement-training/
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation,AUDIENCE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092035
CREATED:20240124T174128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T112604Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Adoptee Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Adult 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 by adult adoptee CH/LSS staff. \nParticipants may have been adopted through any type of adoption (infant\, international\, foster care adoption) and through any agency/county. After registration\, you will receive information to join the next session. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). Meetings alternate between online and in-person options. There is no cost to attend. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/adult-adoptee-support-group-2/2024-03-14/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Adult Adoptees,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T161500
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240130T194655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T151711Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] [Part 1] The Intersection of Transracial Adoption & Racial (in)Justice
DESCRIPTION:This 3-part workshop is designed for adoption agencies (staff and families)\, child-welfare organizations and conferences. \nTransracial caregiving is a multifaceted journey for the entire family\, but it is often the child who bears the brunt of navigating the complexity of the experience. It is critical that caregivers and parents understand the history of why children of color are over-represented in child-welfare in order to avoid perpetuating racism and to instead embrace an anti-racist outlook to support the health and wellbeing of transracial adoptees and/or transracial foster youth.  This workshop will provide a window into the nuanced first-hand narratives of adoptees through videos\, anonymized case studies and Angela’s personal stories. This interactive workshop will leave you thinking about the role transracial adoption plays in our quest for racial justice in America. \nPART 1:\n-History of race in child-welfare within the United States (Laws & Definitions)\n-American Racial Norms & Implicit Biases\n-Transracial adoptee identity \nJoin us for Part 2 on April 8th and part 3 on April 17th. \nAngela Tucker\, a Black transracial adoptee\, is an author and internationally recognized speaker on adoption\, race\, identity and inclusion. Her debut book; “You Should Be Grateful:” Stories of Race\, Identity and Transracial Adoption\, was published in April 2023 by Beacon Press. At the age of 26 Angela found her biological family. Her determination and insatiable curiosity is an inspiration to many and is on display through her search for her biological parents in the intimate documentary\, CLOSURE (Hulu\, Netflix\, Amazon Prime). Angela has worked within child welfare for the past 15 years\, including securing and managing a $250\,000 grant for a Seattle based foster care agency\, while working as the director of Post-Adoption Services.  As a film producer\, author and cultural commentator\, Angela has appeared on CNN\, Al Jazeera\, The Red Table Talk\, in The New Yorker and many other top-tier media outlets to help center adoptee stories. She is a mentor and advisor to adoptees nationwide\, has contributed to renowned fictional work\, including Broadway’s Jagged Little Pill and NBC’s hit show\, This Is Us. \nAs the CEO of The Adopted Life\, Tucker hosts The Adoptee Next Door podcast to offer nuanced\, ethical and accessible content in order to create a world where all adoptee experiences are valid and valued. She is also the host of the INNOVATE! podcast\, where she interviews those named Re-Envisioning Foster Care Champions of America. She has produced five short educational films about adoption and offers regular consulting for media\, agencies and families. Angela founded the Adoptee Mentoring Society in 2022\, Angela lives with Bryan Tucker\, her Emmy-award winning spouse in Seattle\, Washington.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-part-1-the-intersection-of-transracial-adoption-racial-injustice/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240130T194653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T173108Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Supporting Sensory Processing for Foster & Adoptive Kids
DESCRIPTION:When our sensory systems are overloaded or under stimulated it can be so hard to live life with ease and joy. But we’re not just talking about the 5 senses here! Mya will help you understand what sensory processing is\, what the signs are to indicate when our kids need support\, and how we can support them. As an adoptee herself and an Occupational Therapy clinician\, she supports young clients and adoptive families everyday tap into their sensory system needs. She will share tips and strategies she uses in her Nature OT practice to help regulate the senses! \nMya feels incredibly fortunate to be able to combine her love for nature with her almost 20-years clinical experience as a bilingual (Spanish) occupational therapist to create her own Nature OT practice that boosts kids’ physical and mental health. That means she skill-builds with toddlers to teens while exploring in nature in the Central Coast of CA. She supports neurodivergent kids (with ADHD\, Autistism\, Sensory difficulties\, and anxiety) and kids that have experienced trauma and adoption. She believes in helping every child discover their own superpowers and feel more confident and grounded to live with greater joy and ease. Partnering with families to offer strategies and creative problem-solving solutions for their children is also essential to the deep impact she has with her young clients and families. When she’s not working\, she loves to move – working out at CrossFit classes or getting immersed in nature walking with her sweet shih-tzu pup\, her teen sons\, husband\, and friends along any body of water and among trees.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-supporting-sensory-processing-for-foster-adoptive-kids/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240131T143616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T194617Z
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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-2/2024-03-13/
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:20240313T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T121500
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240130T194649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T174717Z
UID:10000277-1710326700-1710332100@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Treating Childhood Anxiety: The Important Role Parents Play
DESCRIPTION:Research has shown that parental involvement in childhood anxiety treatments is often a necessary condition for positive treatment response.  In fact\, some research shows that younger children with anxiety (i.e.\, ages 3-8) who participate in an individual psychotherapy model that does not include parents fare no better than those in the waitlist/control group.  In recent years\, treatment protocols that focus solely on working with the parents of anxious youth have been developed and empirically tested.  Embedded in these parent-only treatment protocols are a wealth evidence-informed recommendations for how parents can help their child overcome anxiety.  This presentation will therefore focus on how parents can help their child feel more confident in their ability to manage anxiety.  Specifically\, this presentation will discuss ways parents can respond to verbalized worries\, decrease avoidance patterns in their child\, tolerate associated physiological symptoms of anxiety\, and more.  This presentation is geared to both parents and professionals who are hoping to learn how better to guide parents of anxious youth. \nDr. Sam Marzouk is a clinical child and adolescent psychologist and\nowner of Promethean Psychology\, a private psychology practice in the Edina/St. Louis Park area.  Dr. Marzouk specializes in working with adolescent males\, although he sees children and adolescents of all ages for a variety of clinical concerns.  In addition to his routine clinical work\, Dr. Marzouk regularly provides workshops and trainings on pediatric mental health to psychologists\, schools\, parents\, pediatricians and other pediatric medical providers.  He is also a contributing author to the Minnesota Pediatrician\, a quarterly educational newsletter of the Minnesota Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.  He also runs a biweekly blog titled “kids these days” where he provides commentary on various topics relevant to childhood including social media\, depression\, ADHD\, and more.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-treating-childhood-anxiety-the-important-role-parents-play/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240313T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240130T194646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T194646Z
UID:10000276-1710320400-1710325800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] My Story\, My Way: The Therapeutic Lifebook
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to put the pieces of your life together? Not just to look where you have come from but to help yourself move forward? What about helping a child you care about put those pieces together? Lifebooks can help children who have been in foster care and those who have experienced adoption. Lifebooks can help them integrate information about their past\, present\, and future in a useful and therapeutic way. \nLifebooks are a tool to gather and process by talking about the child’s information\, answering their questions\, and supporting the child in telling their story using their own words. In this workshop\, we will take a closer look at Lifebooks\, what they are (and are not)\, how and when they can be used\, and helpful tips to get started. \nElliott Odendahl (she/her) is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)/therapist and adoptee\, who specializes in supporting individuals and families who have been affected by foster care\, adoption and trauma. Elliott holds a Master’s degree from Augsburg College and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Minnesota\, Twin Cities. Elliott has had the privilege of working with children\, youth\, individuals and families of diverse backgrounds who are experiencing behavioral and mental health needs\, disruptions in attachment and family relationships\, trauma\, as well as those experiencing the negative impacts of systemic and structural bias and racism. In addition\, Elliott has previously worked with children and youth with neurodiversity-related diagnoses\, provided Therapeutic Supervised Parenting to families\, crisis support services to foster care providers and support services to families involved with Child Protection. \nElliott has a special passion for providing support and services to adoptees\, birth parents\, adoptive parents\, resource parents and anyone from the adoption/foster kinship network. As an adoptee herself\, Elliott believes it is an honor to be able to give back to the community\, finding joy in being able to support the unique needs of transracial foster and adoptive families.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-my-story-my-way-the-therapeutic-lifebook/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240222T115357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T115357Z
UID:10000353-1710234000-1710255600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Mega Training for Adoptive\, Foster and Kinship Families
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to be hosting Barb Clark\, Trish Staine\, QPI-MN and Katie Rubesh an virtual training on March 12th from 9:00am-3:00pm. \n9:00-11:00am – Trauma Informed Strategies \n11:00-12:00pm – FASD \n12:00-1:00pm – QPI-MN \n1:00-2:00pm – Cultural Diversity \n2:00-3:00pm – Mandated Reporting \nPlease email jill.florek@northhomesinc.org for more information or to register. \n 
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/mega-training-for-adoptive-foster-and-kinship-families/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240124T174030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T112459Z
UID:10000240-1710180000-1710185400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Pride Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The group was created to provide foster and adoptive caregivers who are part of the LGBTQ+ community an opportunity to connect about their experiences as foster and adoptive parents. \nThis group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Participants may have worked with\, or currently be working with\, any agency/county for foster care or any type of adoption (foster care\, infant\, international). We ask that participants who are currently in the foster care/adoption process be home study approved. This service is provided by funding made possible by the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nMeeting Details\nThis group will meet on the second Monday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). Meetings will alternate monthly between online and in-person sessions. There is no cost to attend. Childcare will be offered for in-person groups. You may register to attend one\, multiple\, or all dates offered below. \nIn-person meetings will take place at our main office location: 1605 Eustis Street\, Saint Paul\, MN 55108. \nFor virtual meetings\, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day of the meeting.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/lgbtq-caregiver-support-group/2024-03-11/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home Society of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T103900Z
UID:10000204-1710158400-1710162000@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/2024-03-11/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240123T221013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T114136Z
UID:10000197-1710151200-1710172800@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/2024-03-11/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240123T221506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T173207Z
UID:10000205-1709978400-1709987400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Connect2Connect: Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Community & Connection\nConnect2Connect 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 Human Service Permanency Support Service grant. \nClimbZone at Mall of America\nSaturday\, March 9\, 2024\, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nJoin us for a fun day experiencing creative climbing walls at ClimbZone in the Mall of America. Climbing is available for ages 2+ with a weight limit up to 250 lbs. Parents are encouraged to participate! We will have the exclusive space with 44 different climbing walls from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. followed by a catered lunch in the party room. \nConfirmation information will be sent about a week prior to the event.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/connect2connect-community-gathering/
LOCATION:ClimbZone\, 252 N Garden\, Bloomington\, 55425
CATEGORIES:- Activities,- Children (0-10),- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Youth (11-18)
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240123T221356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T130735Z
UID:10000201-1709888400-1710003600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person
DESCRIPTION:The 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. \nThis track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes introductory sessions as well as a pre- and post- test. \n 
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/foster-care-and-adoption-education-classes-in-person-3/2024-03-08/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T154500
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240130T194558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T174800Z
UID:10000275-1709820900-1709826300@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Blocked Care: Recognizing and Meeting the Caregiver's Needs
DESCRIPTION:Chronic stress\, feelings of helplessness\, and isolation affect caregivers’ ability to give quality care to their children. When you add the pressure of being the healthy attachment figure for a child who has experienced early-life trauma\, the emotional demands can be overwhelming. Caregivers can easily slide into their own survival behavior and struggle to give compassionate\, nurturing\, consistent care\, a phenomenon called blocked care. In this training\, we will discuss blocked care: how it develops\, how to best help caregivers overcome it\, and how to promote healing for the whole family system. \nDr. Jana Hunsley is the Executive Director of Project 1025 LLC\, an organization devoted to equipping and supporting adoptive and foster families\, where she offers consulting\, training\, coaching\, and counseling for families and professionals. She is also co-founder of Camp Together\, a nonprofit offering therapeutic family camps for families impacted by trauma. Jana received her doctorate in experimental psychology from the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University where her research focused on understanding and meeting the needs of every member of adoptive and foster families through post-adoption supportive services. Over the years\, Jana has worked in various clinical settings as a therapist with children and youth who have experienced trauma\, including residential treatment\, institutional care\, schools\, child welfare\, and juvenile detention. Jana credits her passion for this work to her siblings who were adopted when she was a teenager.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-blocked-care-recognizing-and-meeting-the-caregivers-needs/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240130T192654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T192654Z
UID:10000274-1709814600-1709818200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Empowering the Health of Those Impacted by Adoption and Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:Discovering the Known Amongst the Unknown: please join us for a dynamic webinar with Kimara Gustafson\, MD\, MPH. Together we will explore the unique health challenges present for children\, older youth\, and young adults with lived adoption and foster care experience. We will specifically focus on how to navigate the ongoing healthcare landscape in an empowered manner. \nKimara Gustafson is an Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota\, Department of Pediatrics. Her professional focus includes special health care needs of adoptive children and children who have experience in the foster care system. Kimara’s professional expertise includes the socio-emotional trauma impact on development\, racial and cultural social identity development for trans-racially adoptive or foster care children\, and racial discrimination among historically marginalized youth in the United States. \nAs Kimara’s work continues to evolve\, she is now exploring additional tools and methods to continue to best support\, encourage and empower children and their families to ensure they can reach their fullest potential. Her passions include mentorship\, coaching\, and providing professional support to those around her.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-empowering-the-health-of-those-impacted-by-adoption-and-foster-care/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Birth/First Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T114500
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240206T150157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T150157Z
UID:10000310-1709808300-1709811900@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Relationships Heal
DESCRIPTION:Relationships Heal: Evidence Based Mental Health Services for Young Children and Caregivers. \nThis workshop will help audience members understand key principles of infant and early childhood mental health. We will also explore the importance of early intervention services that simultaneously support the developmental needs of young children\, their primary caregivers\, and their relationship(s) with one another. Two evidence-based early childhood mental health interventions (i.e.\, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up and Child Parent Psychotherapy) will be introduced with specific attention to and consideration of children with a history of relational trauma and disruptions in care. \nDr. Nora Erickson is a clinical child psychologist and Assistant Professor in the Birth to Three Program within the University of Minnesota Department of Pediatrics. She received her PhD in clinical psychology from Washington State University and completed both her predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Michigan. Her clinical and research work focuses on the intersection between parental well-being and early childhood mental health\, with a specific emphasis on intergenerational trauma and resiliency. Dr. Erickson has prior training in several evidence-based early childhood mental health interventions\, including dyadic and group-based modalities.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-relationships-heal/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240206T150125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T150125Z
UID:10000309-1709802000-1709807400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Developing Children's Self-Regulation in the Context of Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Developing children’s self-regulation in the context of relationships: Theory\, research\, and practical strategies. \nThe ability to regulate thoughts\, feelings\, and behaviors is the cornerstone for healthy development. Trauma exposure can have a cascading effect on regulatory pathways. Research shows that caregivers can buffer these effects. This session will introduce research on the development of self-regulation and provide strategies for promoting social-emotional development within the context of relationships\, such as caregivers\, peers\, teachers\, case workers. \nDr. Katie Stone is a clinical child psychologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics\, Division of Clinical Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota Medical School. She received her Ph.D. in clinical child psychology from the University of Kansas. Her predoctoral internship was completed at the Medical University of South Carolina and her postdoctoral fellowship was at the University of Minnesota Medical School. In line with a systems-based framework\, her research and clinical work focus on the influence of interpersonal trauma and caregiver disruptions on neurodevelopment and self-regulation during early childhood.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-developing-childrens-self-regulation-in-the-context-of-relationships/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T092036
CREATED:20240118T135116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T173546Z
UID:10000174-1709661600-1709668800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Children’s Home and LSS Foster Care & Adoption Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Home and LSS welcome you to attend this free meeting to learn about fostering and adopting children from within the Minnesota foster care system. This orientation will provide an overview of the process and address details such as children served\, timelines\, fees (spoiler: there are practically none!)\, licensing requirements\, and more. \nAlong with completing this two-hour orientation\, you will also need to complete Foster Care & Adoption Education Class. Many families find it helpful to attend this orientation first because it is less time-intensive and will answer many of the general questions you may have about the process.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/childrens-home-and-lss-foster-care-adoption-orientation-3/2024-03-05/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Pre-Adoption Classes & Orientation
ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Home & Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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