Events
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Webinar: Wholistic View of Health
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United StatesJoin Us for a Webinar: Wholistic View of Health Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm (CT) via Zoom This training is designed for foster and adoptive parents who want to better understand the whole-child perspective. We will explore how physical health, emotional and psychological health, and behavior are deeply interconnected, and how challenges in…
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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…
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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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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…
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Live Webinar | Caregiver/Child Connectedness for Kinship Families
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Ongoing LearningCaregiver/child connectedness (CCC) is a high-quality emotional bond between a child and their primary caregiver that is felt by both and is long-lasting. Research shows that CCC has many protective factors for young people, including a reduction in risk-taking behaviors. Details: Tuesday, November 11 & Wednesday, November 12 Noon-1:00 p.m. on Zoom
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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…
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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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[Fall Forum] Indigenous Kids in Foster and Adoptive Placements
- Ongoing LearningJoin renowned scholar and educator Anton Treuer for an in-depth training event, "Indigenous Kids in Foster and Adoptive Placements: From the Indian Child Welfare Act to Best Practices for Helping Native Kids Know Themselves". This session is designed for foster and adopting families and professionals and community members seeking a comprehensive understanding of the Indian…
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[Fall Forum] Unlocking the Power of Play for Connection
Play is biologically hard-wired into every human. It's not frivolous; it's a powerful, fundamental tool to build resilience, empathy, connection, trust, well-being, creativity, optimism, and more. Play enables human flourishing.…
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[Fall Forum] Resilience on the Road: Lessons from Foster Care to the Auto Shop
- Ongoing LearningChaya Milchtein stands out in a crowd, flaunting her fashion sense while teaching about cars, traveling the world, and breaking all kinds of norms. Hear about Chaya's inspiring personal story of overcoming adversity while navigating the foster care system and building a successful career in a male-dominated industry.
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[Fall Forum] Pride in Parenting: Navigating Systems as LGBTQ+ Families
- Ongoing LearningFrom the perspective of two social workers that also happen to be same-sex parents, this workshop will explore personal and professional insights on parenting in today’s rapidly changing landscape. Participants can expect to broaden their understanding of current political and societal challenges facing LGBTQ+ families through examining the nuances of navigating healthcare, education, legal systems…
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