• Infant Adoption Class

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

    For Minnesota Families Interested in Infant Adoption After completing Application Part 1,families planning to pursue an infant adoption through Children’s Home take this next step. These classes introduce the legal adoption process in Minnesota, the importance of openness in adoption and strategies you can use for adoption outreach. You will also hear from people across

  • Foster & Foster Adopted Youth Retreat

    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 9-Sunday, October 11, 2026 | Camp Knutson, Crosslake, Minnesota Children’s Home 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 experiences at

  • 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

  • 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

  • Foster Care Adoption Agency Orientation

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

    Welcome to Children’s Home Foster Care Adoption Agency Orientation Sign Up! Live virtual sessions are held twice per month and there is an in-person session at our St. Paul office offered quarterly. This agency orientation is a required step for any families that are interested in the Foster Care Adoption or Dual List programs. You

  • 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

  • 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 Children's Home staff. Participants must be working or have previously worked with Children's Home for their foster care or adoption process. Meeting Details This group meets online and takes

  • Webinar: Refusing to Energize Negative Behavior

    Online Webinar
    Educational Events

    Join Us for a Webinar: Refusing to Energize Negative Behavior Tuesday, October 13 from 7:00-8:30pm CT (via zoom). The Nurtured Heart Approach® (created by Howard Glasser) is a relationship-based way to help children build self-control, confidence, and positive behavior, leading them to grow inner wealth. This evidence-based method gives caregivers, educators, and professionals the tools to calm chaos, build

  • B.E.S.T. (Basic Education for Safe Travel)

    Blaine Fire Station 11920 Ulysses St. Ne, Blaine, MN, United States
    Educational Events

    This hybrid course combines interactive online learning with hands-on instruction from a certified car seat safety technician. The cost of this class is $25 per person. Locations vary.   This class is also a great option for parents, grandparents, or any caregivers who want to learn more about transporting children safely.  If you are licensed

  • Foster Care and Adoption Education Classes – In-Person

    Trinity Lutheran Church 1401 Madison Ave, Detroit Lakes, 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