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SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T103900Z
UID:10002683-1759406400-1759410000@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/2025-10-02/
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:20251003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20240617T142122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T142122Z
UID:10000596-1759483800-1759489200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Kinship Support & Education Group
DESCRIPTION:1st & 3rd Fridays of the Month\n9:30-10:45 am on Zoom\nFacilitator:  Janet Salo\, Kinship Navigator \nProviding 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 health resources and more!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/virtual-kinship-support-education-group/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002278-1759698000-1759701600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T153000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T192052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192052Z
UID:10001442-1759759200-1759764600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Parenting Teens & Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:Virtual monthly parenting support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers of youth and young adults.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-parenting-teens-young-adults/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T103000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20240123T221426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T103900Z
UID:10002754-1759827600-1759833000@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/2025-10-07/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T133000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250820T131052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T131052Z
UID:10002753-1759838400-1759843800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Mind of the Child with Lying and Stealing Problems
DESCRIPTION:Lying and stealing can be fairly typical behaviors in children from traumatic backgrounds. They have often served to help the child survive in a world perceived as dangerous and ungiving. The mind of the child who resorts to secret and solitary behaviors may believe that needs and wants are not met by parents. We will explain the possible origins of these behaviors\, and intervention considerations will be discussed as a part of this workshop.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/understanding-the-mind-of-the-child-with-lying-and-stealing-problems/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T133000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250926T160637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T160637Z
UID:10002796-1759838400-1759843800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Curly Hair Loving Care
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, Oct. 7 from 12-1:30 pm (CT) via Zoom\nThis course introduces parents to the connection children have with their hair as well as the needs of textured hair and melanated skin. Parents will gain an understanding of the importance of celebrating ties for children in foster care as well as the basics of proper hair care to begin styling with confidence. This workshop is beneficial for parents with textured hair children of all ages. \nPresented by Joy Hankins \nJoy Hankins is the Founder and CEO of The Joy of Curls\, a plant-based hair care brand with a mission to empower and support kids in foster care. As a foster parent and educator\, Joy combines her passion for textured hair with advocacy\, providing hair styling workshops and culture classes agencies and caregivers. Her impactful work has been featured in Fostering Families Today Magazine\, national podcasts\, and on ABC\, CBS and NBC news affiliates. In her spare time\, Joy loves traveling with her husband their small children as well as Salsa dancing.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/webinar-curly-hair-loving-care/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T103000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001526-1759914000-1759919400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T202117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T202117Z
UID:10002514-1759950000-1759955400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Transracial Families Support (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual monthly support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship transracial families.\n*Caregivers only*\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\, Senior Parent Support Specialist and Carissa Franklin\, Youth Engagement Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-transracial-families-support-virtual/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T103000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T192822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192822Z
UID:10001895-1760000400-1760005800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Kinship Caregivers Support
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly virtual support group for kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Katie Neuman\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-kinship-caregivers-support/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Zoom Link
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20240701T155137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T195818Z
UID:10001310-1760032800-1760040000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Kinship Parenting and Building Resilience
DESCRIPTION:This 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 range of emotions caregivers can feel and how children who have experienced trauma\, separation\, or loss can impact a caregiver’s own well-being. Strategies for how to manage family dynamics and conflicts\, identify triggers and effectively manage stress are shared. \nThis training is for Ampersand kinship caregivers who are completing the home study assessment process. Please consult with your permanency specialist before signing up. \nAll trainings are subject to change and cancellation based on need.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/kinship-parenting-and-building-resilience/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference\, conference@wearefamiliesrising.org
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002279-1760302800-1760306400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T103000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001527-1760518800-1760524200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20240124T173856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T113003Z
UID:10001334-1760551200-1760558400@permanencyhubmn.org
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-2/2025-10-15/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002280-1760907600-1760911200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T133000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250808T154645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T200110Z
UID:10002689-1761048000-1761053400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:It’s the Magic in Living
DESCRIPTION:We all want to make a difference in life. It’s a chance to use our own talents and unique skills. But then — there’s the unrelenting daily routine! It can wear us out. We can lose both our humor and what’s worse\, our hope. What can we do to stay positive and hopeful moment by moment? Rediscover the purpose\, passion and meaning in your life and work\, and how to help enliven that spirit in others. Find the magic through three common sense and courageous ways to reenergize\, reboot\, and find greater fulfillment.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/its-the-magic-in-living/
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T103000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001528-1761123600-1761129000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T230000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20251001T194523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T194523Z
UID:10002812-1761127200-1761174000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:DCYF: Permanency Coffee Talk: Consent to Adopt and Northstar Adoption Assistance Process
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the intricacies of a Consent to Adopt and what that means for the Northstar Adoption Assistance process. This training includes an explanation of what a Consent to Adopt is\, the relative search requirements\, and more in-depth on the Northstar Adoption Assistance Process including the Eligibility Determination application. \n  \n\nNicole Lanz\, MSW\, LGSW; Permanency Quality Assurance obtained a BSW from Winona State University in 2014 and a MSW from Winona State University in 2024\, where she was a Title IVE scholar. Nicole has 11 years of social work practice experience with a variety of populations and has spent the past six years practicing in child welfare including: child protection\, permanency\, ICPC\, and licensing. Nicole is a NASW Certified Supervisor\, and holds certificates including the Permanency and Adoption Competency Certificate\, as well as Policy Practice. Currently\, Nicole is one of three\, Permanency Quality Assurance team members through the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families. \nCatrina Ankarlo earned a Master of Public Administration from Minnesota State University in 2017 and her Doctorate in Human Services Leadership and Organizational Management from Capella University in 2022. Catrina currently works for the Minnesota Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families as the Permanency Policy Specialist.  Prior to coming to DCYF\, Catrina worked for a county agency in child welfare\, child protection and permanency case management.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/dcyf-permanency-coffee-talk-consent-to-adopt-and-northstar-adoption-assistance-process/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Professionals
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250902T181115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T181115Z
UID:10002757-1761129000-1761134400@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Live Webinar: Behavioral Health Crisis Planning for Families
DESCRIPTION:Wed. Oct. 22nd \n10:30 am – 12 noon\nOnline via Zoom \nPresenter:  Renee Labat\, Youth Program Coordinator\, from NAMI Minnesota \nLearn the warning signs of a crisis\, how to prevent a crisis\, and steps to take during and after a crisis. Caregivers will also learn how to create a crisis plan\, when to call 911 vs. the county crisis team\, and how to advocate for their child after a crisis. \nPresenter: ·Renee Labat graduated from Luther College with a degree in elementary education and a minor in Spanish in 2015\, and is currently working on a Masters in Global Public Health at St. Catherine University. She has been working as the youth program coordinator at NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) for the last 6 years\, where she coordinates and teaches classes about mental health for youth\, parents\, and educators. Renee lived with depression for 10 years before getting help\, so her favorite part of her job is telling youth living with a mental illness that they are not alone\, and they don’t have to be afraid to reach out.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/live-webinar-behavioral-health-crisis-planning-for-families/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T194145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194145Z
UID:10002195-1761161400-1761166800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Rainbow Families Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual support for LGBTQIA2S+ adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-rainbow-families-support/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250813T122721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T122721Z
UID:10002690-1761215400-1761220800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Children Impacted by Parental Incarceration: Considerations for Caregivers and Professionals
DESCRIPTION:This session will explore children’s experiences when parents are involved in the criminal legal system and consider how caregivers and professionals can support children before\, during\, and after these experiences. We will explore how best to support children’s behaviors and emotions around parent-child contact (e.g.\, visits in a prison or jail)\, as well as when separations are more permanent (e.g.\, long-term prison sentences with no contact). We will consider these experiences through a developmental lens\, considering children’s needs at different ages.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/supporting-children-impacted-by-parental-incarceration-considerations-for-caregivers-and-professionals/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20251001T194358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T194358Z
UID:10002810-1761215400-1761220800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Children Impacted by Parental Incarceration: Considerations for Caregivers and Professionals
DESCRIPTION:This session will explore children’s experiences when parents are involved in the criminal legal system and consider how caregivers and professionals can support children before\, during\, and after these experiences. We will explore how best to support children’s behaviors and emotions around parent-child contact (e.g.\, visits in a prison or jail)\, as well as when separations are more permanent (e.g.\, long-term prison sentences with no contact). We will consider these experiences through a developmental lens\, considering children’s needs at different ages. \nRebecca Shlafer\, PhD\, MPH\, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Minnesota. Professor Shlafer is a developmental child psychologist with additional training in maternal and child public health. Her research and teaching activities sit at the intersection of child development\, public health\, and the criminal legal system. She collaborates with many community-based organizations that provide support to incarcerated parents and their children. In addition\, she is leading a statewide initiative\, in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health\, to implement model jail practices for strengthening families affected by incarceration in jails across the state.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/supporting-children-impacted-by-parental-incarceration-considerations-for-caregivers-and-professionals-2/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T220000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T194243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T194243Z
UID:10002281-1761512400-1761516000@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: Sunday Night Owl Group
DESCRIPTION:Weekly late-night virtual support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. \nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\nSenior Parent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-sunday-night-owl-group/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T193940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T193940Z
UID:10002075-1761589800-1761595200@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support (evening)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual monthly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Katie Neuman\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support-evening/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T103000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250303T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T192249Z
UID:10001529-1761728400-1761733800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Support Group: General Parenting Support
DESCRIPTION:Virtual weekly support for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers.\nClick on the Support Group Link to join.\nFacilitated by Julie Peterson\nParent Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-general-parenting-support/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20251001T194428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T194428Z
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SUMMARY:[For Professionals] Professional Dangerousness: The Quiet Undercurrent in Human Services
DESCRIPTION:The dynamic you’ve felt\, but no one named. Join us for an introduction to Professional Dangerousness (PD)– the subtle patterns in our practice and systems that may be unintentionally creating barriers for the very people we’re aiming to support. Together\, we’ll uncover how to recognize\, reflect on\, and respond to PD in order to strengthen relationships and foster sustainable\, human-centered practices. \n  \n\nJessica Hoeper\, MSW\, LISW\, IMH-E®/Reflective Supervisor & Infant Family Specialist is a licensed independent social worker with 20 years of human service experience; in the roles of consultant\, adjunct instructor\, child and family services supervisor\, child protection social worker\, juvenile justice social worker\, and mental health practitioner. Jessica is currently contracting with public human services systems and non-profits providing Reflective Coaching/Consultation to child welfare social workers\, human service supervisors and management teams. Jessica has a passion for reflection and making it accessible to practitioners. Jessica’s Reflective Coaching/Consultation strategy is informed by and draws from her training in emotional intelligence\, professional coaching\, infant mental health’s reflective consultation/supervision models\, and with much context from her professional experiences in human services. Jessica also provides various human service trainings/professional development opportunities; check out her website for services and contact information www.rayofhopereflectivecoaching.com \nBrëanna McMullen\, IMH-E®/Infant Family Specialist has supported children and families across roles such as child protection\, foster care licensing\, permanency social work\, and mental health practice. Through McMullen Consulting\, LLC\, she extends consultation\, professional development training\, restorative circle & mediation facilitation\, team development strategies\, helper role self-care techniques\, and life coaching to fellow human service providers. Serving as the board vice president for Foster Together MN\, a non-profit\, she walks alongside families impacted by the social services system. Brëanna’s philosophy centers on nurturing self-empowerment and forging connections\, seamlessly intertwining well-researched insights with genuine conversations. She holds a steadfast belief that enhancing professionals and organizations in such a way equips them to serve others more effectively\, optimistically resulting in the nurturing\, honoring\, and preservation of families being touched by these systems.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/for-professionals-professional-dangerousness-the-quiet-undercurrent-in-human-services/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:- Professionals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T070312
CREATED:20250808T122441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T200153Z
UID:10002687-1761829200-1761832800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Wired Winds: Understanding the Impact of Technology\, Screen Time\, and Social Media on Growing Brains
DESCRIPTION:In today’s digital age\, technology is woven into nearly every part of our children’s lives- from classrooms to living rooms\, and everywhere in between. But how is this constant connectivity shaping their brains\, and what does this mean for behavior and well-being? \nThis presentation is designed for caregivers and professionals who want to better understand how screen time\, digital media\, and social platforms are influencing brain development in children and teens. We will explore what current neuroscience and developmental psychology research reveals about attention\, emotional regulation\, sleep\, and how overexposure to screens and social media may impact overall mental health and brain development.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/wired-winds-understanding-the-impact-of-technology-screen-time-and-social-media-on-growing-brains/
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,FAMILY CALENDAR
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