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Summer Mini Retreat

Great Wolf Lodge

Come hang out with us at Great Wolf Lodge! Ampersand staff will be there in a private room that we book from 1pm-5pm, but families are welcome to come earlier and/or stay later if they wish. Eligible families must be affiliated with Ampersand Families to attend. This includes being licensed by us, having placement of…

Families Rising Minnesota Caregiver Retreat

Radisson Blu MOA 2100 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington

Join us for a retreat for Minnesota adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. This event offers a unique opportunity for caregivers to relax and renew while learning solution-based parenting and self-care strategies. Take a break from responsibilities, rejuvenate, and enjoy the company of new and old friends! Activities Engage in discussions and community-building activities covering a…

$25

The Role of Technology in Anxiety Among Kids

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

Technology plays an important role in all our lives and children are increasingly more digitally literate than their parents. While technology—and social media in particular—can bring people together, it also presents risks. These risks include but are not limited to bullying, doxxing, and social isolation. Dr. Abigail Gewirtz’s interactive presentation will focus on the relationship…

Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group

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

A support group for individuals who have an adult (18+) child adopted through any type of adoption (infant, international, foster care adoption). Sessions will be held online. Parents from any placing agency/county are welcome to attend.  While each story is unique, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences.…

Event Series Caregivers Parenting Circle

Caregivers Parenting Circle

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…

Event Series Share and Support Group

Share and Support Group

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

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…

Free

8th International Conference on Adoption Research

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the International Conference on Adoption Research (ICAR8) is a premier event for attendees from the Global South and Global North who are devoted to ensuring permanent,…

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