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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…
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Caste: How the Hierarchy We Have Inherited Restricts Our Humanity
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Ongoing LearningBeyond race and class lies a powerful caste system that influences people’s lives, behavior, and the nation’s fate. In a powerful talk that forces audiences to reimagine America’s past and…
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Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Support GroupsOpen 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,…
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Search & Reunion Support Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United StatesThis 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…
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Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person
Bethlehem Lutheran Church 125 East Liberty St, Mankato- 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…
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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…
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Connect2Connect: Community Gathering
Mount Kato 20461 Old Hwy 66, Mankato- 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…
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Understanding the Unique Strengths and Challenges of Kinship Families
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Ongoing LearningPLEASE NOTE: To receive a certificate of attendance for the live webinar, attendees must register individually, attend the entire training, and watch from their own device to ensure proper tracking.…
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Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Support GroupsA 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…
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Navigating FASD: Empowering Foster Providers
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United StatesTitle: Navigating FASD: Empowering Foster Providers Date: February 25, 2025 Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM (CT) Description: This one-hour training session is designed for foster parents to meet their…
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Creating the Soundtrack to Your Home
PLEASE NOTE: To receive a certificate of attendance for the live webinar, attendees must register individually, attend the entire training, and watch from their own device to ensure proper tracking An…
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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…