Foster Adopt Minnesota

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  • Healing for Survivors of the Troubled Teen Industry: How to Not Make Things Worse

    - Foster Parents

    Recent documentaries, books, and podcasts share some horrific accounts from survivors of the Troubled Teen Industry (TTI). Noting their implicit coercion and historic abuses, some have called for these types of youth residential programs to be abolished, citing the significant trauma carried by survivors. This workshop provides a trauma-informed path forward in supporting and engaging…

  • Embracing the Gifts of Each Developmental Stage

    - Foster Parents

    Embracing the Gifts of Each Developmental Stage is a heartfelt exploration of the transformative power of parenthood. At the heart of the presentation is the belief that every stage of a child's life is a precious gift, and that as parents, caregivers or those who work with children, we have the power to create the…

  • Equine Therapy for Children

    - Foster Parents

    Horses are highly sensitive to human emotions and body language, which makes them uniquely suited for therapy.  This workshop will provide information about what equine therapy is, the science behind it, the benefits, and what it looks like in practice.   Corri Schmidtke Woods (she/her) completed her Masters Degree at Augsburg University in 2019 in Social…

  • [Part 1] Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health

    - Foster Parents

    Adolescence is a time of major transition physically, emotionally, and socially. Healthy sexuality is an important part of adolescent development, and caring adults play a key role in helping young people develop healthy routines, behaviors, and relationships that they can carry into their adult lives. During this workshop, participants will review adolescent health data trends,…

  • Building Felt Safety Around Bedtime for Kids Who Have Experienced Trauma (From a Previously Exhausted Foster/Adoptive Mom)

    - Foster Parents

    Bedtime can be one of the hardest parts of the day for children who have experienced trauma, and for the caregivers who love them. In this workshop, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and foster/adoptive parent Allison Ezell will share insights from her family’s journey through foster care and adoption and offer practical, trauma-informed strategies to help…

  • Empowering Youth Voices: Healing After Domestic Violence

    - Foster Parents

    Youth who have lived through domestic violence often carry deep emotional and relational wounds—yet they also hold remarkable potential for resilience. This workshop introduces the core dynamics of domestic violence and helps participants understand how violence affects children’s behavior, development, and sense of safety. Through a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, attendees will learn practical strategies…

  • Understanding the Mind of the Child with Wetting and Soiling Issues

    - Foster Parents

    Wetting and soiling are two of the more difficult conditions that a youth may bring with them to a placement. Medical assessment is always the first step in responding to these concerns.  Often, child maltreatment and neglect have significance in the development of wetting and soiling challenges. This webinar will focus on how child maltreatment…

  • After the FASD Diagnosis: Navigating the Next Steps

    - Birth/First Parents

    Receiving an FASD diagnosis can bring a mix of relief, grief, and uncertainty. For many caregivers, the next question is: what now? This workshop offers a roadmap for the days, weeks, and months after diagnosis. We’ll cover how to process your own emotions, access services, share information with schools and family, and begin shifting to…

  • Changing Change: Supporting Children and Teens Through Transitions

    - Foster Parents

    Change is a constant in life and frequently within the foster care and adoption systems.  Unfortunately, we often feel poorly prepared or trained on how to best support children and teens within these transitions.  This workshop will  explore the mental health impacts of change as well as provide tools for helping children and teens cope…

  • [Part 2] Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health

    - Foster Parents

    Adolescence is a time of major transition physically, emotionally, and socially. Healthy sexuality is an important part of adolescent development, and caring adults play a key role in helping young people develop healthy routines, behaviors, and relationships that they can carry into their adult lives. During this workshop, participants will review adolescent health data trends,…

  • [Part 2] Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health

    - Foster Parents

    Adolescence is a time of major transition physically, emotionally, and socially. Healthy sexuality is an important part of adolescent development, and caring adults play a key role in helping young people develop healthy routines, behaviors, and relationships that they can carry into their adult lives. During this workshop, participants will review adolescent health data trends,…