Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person

Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person

Children's Home - St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Foster Care & Adoption Classes

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

Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group

Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group

Online Webinar
Support Groups

Open to pre-adoptive, adoptive, foster, relative and/or kinship caregivers living in Greater Minnesota (outside the Twin Cities Metro Area). This online group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff and offers connection, positive parenting strategies, support, and more! After registration, you will receive a link to join the next Zoom session. This service is provided by funding

Search and Reunion Support Group

Search and Reunion Support Group

In Person or Online
Support Groups

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

Car Seat Safety: Child and Restraint Systems (C.A.R.S.) Training

Children's Home - St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Educational Events

This 3-hour course is required by the State of Minnesota for any family licensed for children aged 7 years or younger. The class takes place in person and introduces participants to car seat and vehicle safety for children. The cost of the class is $28.50 per person, and completion verification is good for 5 years.

Foster Care & Adoption Orientation (Online)

Online Webinar
Educational Events

For Minnesota Residents. This is One of Two steps to Get Started Fostering or Adopting from Minnesota Foster Care. We 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 about the

Connect2Connect: LGBTQ+ Community Gathering

Color Me Mine 12155 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove, MN, United States
Community Events

Join Us for Community & Connection Connect2Connect provides opportunities for foster and adoptive families to connect with one another and build relationships in an in-person, interactive, and fun way. Connect2Connect is made possible by the Minnesota Department of Human Service Permanency Support Service grant. LSS recognizes that LGBTQ+ families may have different experiences from the

Free Adoption & Foster Care Information Webinar

Online Webinar
Information Meetings

Free Online Sessions Each Month This is a great way for families to learn about our adoption and foster care programs. Meet with staff (virtually) and receive a comprehensive overview of our programs, processes, and fees. Learn basic information about international adoption, infant adoption, foster care, and foster care adoption. This event will take place

Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – Online

Online Webinar
Foster Care & Adoption Classes

The online track is best suited for individuals who want flexibility, have limited business hour availability, and/or those who prefer virtual learning. In this track, you will complete your education over a four-week period. In addition to pre- and post-tests to assess your learning, each week you will participate in a required, pre-scheduled check-in with

Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group

Online Webinar
Support Groups

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.

Car Seat Safety: Child and Restraint Systems (C.A.R.S.) Training

Children's Home - St. Paul Office 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Educational Events

This 3-hour course is required by the State of Minnesota for any family licensed for children aged 7 years or younger. The class takes place in person and introduces participants to car seat and vehicle safety for children. The cost of the class is $28.50 per person, and completion verification is good for 5 years.