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Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group

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

1st & 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 friend's child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development, relationships with adult children, understanding trauma, mental…

Autistic, NOT “with Autism”

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

Much is happening in the world of Autism as Autistic adults are leading the field and bringing hopeful changes. This workshop is for those just beginning to learn about Autism OR are just starting to challenge the harmful ways Western culture has stigmatized the Autistic brain/functioning. The purpose of this gathering is to bring about…

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.…

Understanding the Impact of Birth Order

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

Foster and adoptive parents often wonder about birth order in relation to fostering or adopting when they already have children by birth. This presentation will examine the significance of birth order, and encourage participants to consider how it relates to birth/existing kids in foster and adoptive families. Daniela Coats is a Licensed Master Social Worker in…

Event Series Caregiver Roundtable

Caregiver Roundtable

Ampersand Families Office 1751 County Rd B West Suite 300, Roseville

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.

Free

Children’s Home and LSS Foster Care & Adoption Orientation

Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States

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. Along with completing…

Free

Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person

Children’s Home – St. Paul Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55108, United States

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. This track will primarily take place during two live consecutive days (Friday/Saturday) with minimal use of the online learning management system which includes…

Family Picnic

Join us for a family picnic in Detroit Lakes. July, 30th, 2024 - 3:30-5:30pm Start your troll hunt and enjoy free food, and fun activities for the entire family! *The City of Detroit Lakes is hosting music in the park starting at 5:30pm.

Family Picnic

Boardwalk Mini Golf 610 Lake Shore Drive, Bemidji

Join us for a family picnic in Bemidji! Enjoy free food and fun activities for the entire family. July 31st, 2024 Boardwalk Mini Golf  

[IN PERSON] For Professionals: Silent Battle

Great River Regional Library 1300 West Saint Germain St, St. Cloud, United States

Please join other professionals as we learn more about the nervous system and how it reacts to stress. Each person we meet has an internal fight going on.  Those who have experienced trauma, including the kids on your caseload, are fighting every day to just be. Learn how you can aid in the healing journey.…

Foster Care and Education Classes – Online

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

The 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…

Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group

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

1st & 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 friend's child. Thoughtful topics that help you in your role as a kinship caregiver such as child development, relationships with adult children, understanding trauma, mental…

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