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  • 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

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  • 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.

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  • Navigating FASD: Panel

    Online Webinar
    Educational Events

    Join Us for a Webinar: Navigating FASD: Panel Tuesday June 24th, 2025, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. (CT) Join Proof Alliance for a compelling 1-hour live panel featuring the voices of foster and adoptive caregivers who are navigating life with children affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). During this candid discussion, panelists will share their unique

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  • Connect2Connect: Community Gathering

    Carlson's Llovable Llamas 8380 County Rd 10 E, Waconia, 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 Children, Youth, and Families Permanency Support Service grant. Carlson's Llovable Llamas – Waconia, MN Sunday, June 29th, 2025

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  • Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – Hybrid

    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

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  • Birth Parent Connection Group

    Birth Parent Connection Group
    Online Webinar
    Support Groups

    Join us for a monthly group for birth parents who made voluntary adoption plans in Minnesota. This group intends to build meaningful connections, share resources, and strengthen your support system. Meeting Details This group meets online and takes place on the second Tuesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (CT). There is no cost to

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  • Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group

    Foster Care & Adoption Parent Support Group
    Online Webinar
    Support Groups

    This group is intended to support families after home study approval while awaiting placement, with placement, or after a finalized adoption. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Participants must be working or have previously worked with CH/LSS for their foster care or adoption process. Meeting Details This group meets online and takes place on

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  • 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

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  • International Pre-Adoption Class

    International Pre-Adoption Class
    Online Webinar
    International Adoption Classes

    For Families Interested in International Adoption After completing Application Part 1, all families planning to pursue an international adoption through Children's Home are required to complete this class to meet your education requirements. It is helpful to have a majority of your Application Part 2 completed prior to attending this class. This two-day class familiarizes

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  • Adult Adoptee Support Group

    Adult Adoptee Support Group
    In Person or Online
    Support Groups

    Adult Adoptees from all placing agencies are welcome to attend. While each story is unique, we recognize that there are many core similarities that adoption weaves into life experiences. Topics will be suggested, but each month the conversation will be open to relevant, participant-led, discussion. This is a safe, confidential space, the group is facilitated

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