Connect2Connect: Community Gathering

Conquer Ninja Gym 3203 Corporate Center DR Ste 180, Burnsville, 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. Conquer Ninja Gym – Burnsville, MN Saturday, September 20th, 2025,

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

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.

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

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

Webinar: Curly Hair Loving Care

Online Webinar
Educational Events

Join Us for a Webinar: Curly Hair Loving Care Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 12-1:30 pm (CT) via Zoom This course introduces parents to the connection children have with their hair as well as the needs of textured hair and melanated skin. Parents will gain an understanding of the importance of celebrating ties for children in foster

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

Foster & Foster Adopted Youth Retreat

Camp Knutson 11148 Manhattan Point Blvd, Crosslake, MN, United States
Community Events

An Opportunity for Foster & Foster Adopted Youth to Make New Connections & Build Friendships Friday, October 10-Sunday, October 12, 2025 | Camp Knutson, Crosslake, Minnesota Lutheran Social Service (LSS) is excited to offer a special opportunity for foster and foster adopted youth (ages 13-17) to spend a weekend among peers who have shared life

Pride Family Support Group

In Person or Online
Support Groups

The group was created to provide foster and adoptive caregivers who are part of the Pride community an opportunity to connect about their experiences as foster and adoptive parents. This group is facilitated by CH/LSS staff. Participants may have worked with, or currently be working with, any agency/county for foster care or any type of