Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person

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

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

Adoptee Support Group for Kids

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

A Support Group for Adoptees Ages 5-13 In our adoptee support groups, we engage in age-appropriate discussions and activities about diversity and culture, friendship, race, school issues, adoption, and birth families to help build connections among adoptees. Each group is open to adopted children and their families, regardless of placing agency. In addition to the

TBRI Caregiver Training: Introduction & Overview

Pioneer Grill 4403 Pioneer Rd SE, Alexandria, United States

Presenter: Ben Nesbitt, TBRI Practitioner Date: November 16th, 2024 Time: 9 AM – 4 PM Location: Pioneer Grill by Knute Nelson, 4403 Pioneer Road SE, Alexandria, MN 56308 Lunch will be provided.   Training Description: Trust-based Relational Intervention (TBRI) is an attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children.

Greater Minnesota Parent Support Group

Online Webinar

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

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

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.

Connect2Connect: LGBTQ+ Community Gathering

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

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

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

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