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. Mount Kato - Mankato, MN Saturday, February 22nd, 2025,
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.
Title: Navigating FASD: Empowering Foster Providers Date: February 25, 2025 Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM (CT) Description: This one-hour training session is designed for foster parents to meet their yearly FASD training requirement for license renewal. In this training, we’ll discuss the impact of FASD on brain function and behavior, define fundamental characteristics, and
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
2025 Adoption Day Camp Overview: Groups meet one Saturday per month, January through April, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Dates: January 4, February 1, March 1, and April 5, 2025. All events will take place in the Twin Cities Metro. Each morning, youth will participate in emotional skill building through Nurture Groups, and age-based curriculum on
Join Us for a Webinar: Medication Administration and Management for Children in Foster Care Monday, March 10, 2025, from 1:00-2:30 p.m. (CT) This presentation will explore the ins and outs of managing medication for youth in foster care. We will discuss: Types, names, and preparation forms of medication Routes of administration Who administers medication Guidelines
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
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
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
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
