Deeper Dive Webinar: Practical, Proactive, and Positive Behavioral Strategies

Online Webinar
Educational Events

Join Us for a Deeper Dive: Practical, Proactive, and Positive Behavioral Strategies Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. (CT) As caregivers, do you find yourself putting a ton of energy into responding and reacting to behaviors? Wouldn't it be great if we could use the same (or less!) energy to prevent meltdowns? What if

Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – Hybrid

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

This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style. Your education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This

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.

St. Cloud Pride in the Prak

Lake George Park 1101 7th St. S., St. Cloud, MN
Community Events

Join us for St. Cloud Pride in the Park on September 22, 2024, and celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals, families, and friends. Be sure to stop by our table, say hello, and learn more about our programs. This event is free. All are welcome! Learn more about St. Cloud Pride in the Park here. Event Location: Lake

Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – Hybrid

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

This education option is a balance between our in-person and online Foster Care & Adoption Education Class options. It is best suited for individuals who want to move swiftly and prefer a blended learning style. Your education will begin with an online pre-test as well as introductory and guest speaker sections of online learning. This

Parents of Adopted Adults Support Group

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.

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