This coffee talk is designed for county and tribal social workers, supervisors, and other child welfare professionals working with relative caregivers as a permanency option for Transfer of Permanent Legal and Physical Custody (TPLPC). While Northstar Kinship Assistance was intended…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
In partnership with Proof Alliance, we have incredible trainings for parents and caregivers. These online trainings are open to all EVOLVE families, including current, past, and anyone interested. We're offering a FASD training on January 28, 2026, at 12PM: "FASD Basics," this…
Sharing Your Values with the Youth in Your CareTues Dec 9 and Wed Dec 10 (two parts)12 noon- 1 pm Research shows that if young people understand family values around healthy development, decision making, and relationships, they are more likely…
Join Us for a Webinar: Understanding and Supporting Adoptees, Fosterees and their Heritage Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 12-1:30 pm (CT) via Zoom This webinar covers the fundamentals for being a great parent to a child with heritage different from your own.…