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SUMMARY:Fostering Hope Babysitting Certification Training November 2022
DESCRIPTION:We are so glad you have decided to support foster families and children in your community!  \nIt’s been too long\, time to get together and build connections. Our November event will be offered in person on a Saturday!  \nParticipating Agencies:  Arrow\, Angelheart\, CPS\, Circles of Care\, Depelchin\, Divinity Family Services\, Giocosa\, Helping Hand Home\, Pathways\, PCHAS\, SAFE\, Settlement Home\, STARRY and Upbring \n*Content Warning// The topics covered throughout the training can be difficult to learn about as we walk with children who have experienced trauma. We encourage participants to be conscious of their own needs\, and experiences and encourage taking breaks or seeking support when necessary. If you have any concerns or questions before registration\, please contact us at info@iamfosteringhope.org \nThis training is for those who are 21+ looking to offer short-term childcare (up to 72 hours) for licensed foster families in the Greater Austin area. Please purchase one ticket for EACH participant attending the training.  \nThere will be a one-day 2-part training you will be required to participate. \nPortion 1: Trauma-Informed Care for Babysitting\, Administering Medications\, and Safe Transportation.  \nPortion 2: CPR/First Aid Certification Training. Both pieces of training MUST be attended to receive your certification and the certificates to be sent to your chosen agencies.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/fostering-hope-babysitting-certification-training-november-2022/
LOCATION:Fostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care
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SUMMARY:Compassion Building: Helping Foster and Adoptive Families (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Compassion Building:  “Helping Foster and Adoptive Families.” \nJoin us on the way home from work. This 1-hour training is designed for friends and families of foster/adopt/kinship families.  \n Do you know a child who has experienced trauma? Maybe you are not his parent\, but you are his grandparent\, teacher\, babysitter\, or friend of the family. This training is for those who are wishing to understand the children they love and want practical tips to engage with the child better as well as support the family of the child.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/compassion-building-part-3-virtual/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Ministry Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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SUMMARY:Partnering with Fostering Hope for Ministry Development
DESCRIPTION:Fostering Hope can equip your church to build a foster and adoption ministry that will serve and lead in the foster care community.  \nFamily is the primary source of healing for the hurting child and families look to their church community for inspiration and direction. Fostering Hope will describe their plans to support 150 foster and adoption ministries. This session will share the ministry development plan and what the first step for your church to be a part of the solution. We’ll explain the role of the Ministry Advocacy Team and the resources Fostering Hope offers to equip your church community.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/partnering-with-fostering-hope-for-ministry-development-13/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T180609Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Support: We want to hear from you!
DESCRIPTION:Parent’s Choice Topic (TBD) \nWe want to hear from YOU! Throughout this quarter\, parents attending Parent Sessions will be consulted on what topic(s) are most relevant to them. We will work collaboratively to choose a topic and receive expert coaching together. If you have any questions\, you can contact the Parent Development Coordinator at jordanhope@iamfosteringhope.org
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parent-support-we-want-to-hear-from-you/
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20220721T183030Z
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SUMMARY:Partnering with Fostering Hope for Ministry Development
DESCRIPTION:Fostering Hope can equip your church to build a foster and adoption ministry that will serve and lead in the foster care community.  \nFamily is the primary source of healing for the hurting child and families look to their church community for inspiration and direction. Fostering Hope will describe their plans to support 150 foster and adoption ministries. This session will share the ministry development plan and what the first step for your church to be a part of the solution. We’ll explain the role of the Ministry Advocacy Team and the resources Fostering Hope offers to equip your church community.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/partnering-with-fostering-hope-for-ministry-development-12/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220909T190501Z
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SUMMARY:Compassion Building: The Why Behind Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Compassion Building: The Why Behind Behaviors. \nThis 1-hour virtual training is for anyone serving vulnerable people and children. Churches are places where everyone is welcome\, no matter their history. In order to best serve those who have experienced adversity\, Churches must implement safe practices into their programs by being aware that many people have experienced hard situations that now impacts their reactions and behaviors in day to day life. This training will help ministry leaders learn about the impact trauma has had on their congregation and apply tools to better help them respond to their behaviors to lead their congregations to go beyond friendly and create spaces where healing is possible.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/compassion-building-part-2-with-fostering-hope/
CATEGORIES:Ministry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T173151Z
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SUMMARY:The Sleep Struggle: Understanding the effects of adversity on sleep.
DESCRIPTION:Why don’t you just sleep?! Many of the reoccurring struggles for behavioral issues we hear most from parents of children and youth who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation is sleep health. Specifically\, the lack of it. It not only affects the behaviors of our children but ours too.  \nCome join other foster and adoptive parents for a time of virtual learning\, support\, and discussion led by one of our Fostering Hope staff.  \nDuring this parent session\, we hope to increase your compassion around your child’s disrupted sleep habits and offer practical steps and skills to help you teach healthy sleep habits\, tonight. \nFoster parents will receive a certificate of attendance for continuing education credits.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/the-sleep-struggle-understanding-the-effects-of-adversity-on-sleep/
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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SUMMARY:Fostering Hope Babysitting Certification Training September 2022
DESCRIPTION:We are so glad you have decided to support foster families and children in your community!  \nIt’s been too long\, time to get together and build connections. Our September event will be offered in person on a weekday! We hope helps us accommodate those individuals who cannot attend our typical Saturday training. \nParticipating Agencies:  Arrow\, Angelheart\, CPS\, Circles of Care\, Depelchin\, Divinity Family Services\, Giocosa\, Helping Hand Home\, Pathways\, PCHAS\, SAFE\, Settlement Home\, STARRY and Upbring \nThis training is for those who are 21+ looking to offer short-term childcare (up to 72 hours) for licensed foster families in the Greater Austin area. Please purchase one ticket for EACH participant attending the training. Referral discount codes available.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/fostering-hope-babysitting-certification-training-september-2022/
LOCATION:Fostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,TBRI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T123000
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SUMMARY:Partnering with Fostering Hope for Ministry Development
DESCRIPTION:Fostering Hope can equip your church to build a foster and adoption ministry that will serve and lead in the foster care community.  \nFamily is the primary source of healing for the hurting child and families look to their church community for inspiration and direction. Fostering Hope will describe their plans to support 150 foster and adoption ministries. This session will share the ministry development plan and what the first step for your church to be a part of the solution. We’ll explain the role of the Ministry Advocacy Team and the resources Fostering Hope offers to equip your church community.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/partnering-with-fostering-hope-for-ministry-development-11/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T173208Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Home Coach Interest Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Give parents what they needed and missed a generation ago.\nBecome a Healthy Home Coach for a parent who needs the relational support to parent their child and create a healthy home. As a coach\, you will be a part of an outstanding team including counselors\, case managers\, attorneys\, and judges.\n\nYour role is clear: walk alongside a parent as they transform their life for the sake of their children. Fostering Hope will be right there with you providing guidance and resources as you support the parent.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/healthy-home-coach-interest-meeting/
LOCATION:Covenant Presbyterian Church\, 3003 Northland Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministry Development,Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T022220Z
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SUMMARY:Those who know: Beth Smith Feger\, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION:Tips for setting kids up for success at school!\nJoin us on August 11\, 2022 as we prepare for another school year. \nYou may already be exhausted thinking about another school year – the teacher meetings\, the school supplies\, the hours spent shuttling your kids from place to place\, the crumpled papers in the bottom of the backpack. How many days before you get that call\, you know the one? \nIn this session\, we will discuss how we can start the year with energy and take a break when we need it. We will cover how to share our child’s particular needs with folks at school and how much to share. We’ll touch on whether our child needs the added support of a 504 or special education. \nParticipants will receive a template for a teacher letter to share with your child’s teacher to help them better understand how trauma has impacted your child’s brain and tips for teachers to help your child be successful.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/those-who-know-beth-smith-feger-ph-d/
LOCATION:Fostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T123000
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SUMMARY:Partnering with Fostering Hope for Ministry Development
DESCRIPTION:Fostering Hope can equip your church to build a foster and adoption ministry that will serve and lead in the foster care community.  \nFamily is the primary source of healing for the hurting child and families look to their church community for inspiration and direction. Fostering Hope will describe their plans to support 150 foster and adoption ministries. This session will share the ministry development plan and what the first step for your church to be a part of the solution. We’ll explain the role of the Ministry Advocacy Team and the resources Fostering Hope offers to equip your church community.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/partnering-with-fostering-hope-for-ministry-development-10/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T201758Z
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SUMMARY:Partnering with Fostering Hope for Ministry Development
DESCRIPTION:Fostering Hope can equip your church to build a foster and adoption ministry that will serve and lead in the foster care community.  \nFamily is the primary source of healing for the hurting child and families look to their church community for inspiration and direction. Fostering Hope will describe their plans to support 150 foster and adoption ministries. This session will share the ministry development plan and what the first step for your church to be a part of the solution. We’ll explain the role of the Ministry Advocacy Team and the resources Fostering Hope offers to equip your church community.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/partnering-with-fostering-hope-for-ministry-development-9/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220531
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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SUMMARY:Hope for the Journey Conference- Remote Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Did you miss our in person viewing? Here is your chance to access this material remotely from the comfort of your own home.  \nThe aim of this  simulcast event will be to shepherd parents and everyday caregivers to a deeper understanding of their children’s needs. By introducing robust resources and sharing practical experiences of successes and failures of the day-to-day\, it is our prayer that parents and caregivers will leave encouraged as they continue to journey well with their children. \nShow Hope’s Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) seeks to encourage and better equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by adoption and/or foster care.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/hope-for-the-journey-conference-remote-viewing/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support,TBRI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220531
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SUMMARY:Hope for the Journey Conference-Remote Viewing!
DESCRIPTION:Did you miss our in- person event? Watch the conference from the comfort of your own home with our remote viewing option. \nThe aim of this one-day simulcast event will be to shepherd parents and everyday caregivers to a deeper understanding of their children’s needs. By introducing robust resources and sharing practical experiences of successes and failures of the day-to-day\, it is our prayer that parents and caregivers will leave encouraged as they continue to journey well with their children. \nShow Hope’s Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) seeks to encourage and better equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by adoption and/or foster care.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/hope-for-the-journey-conference-simulcast/
LOCATION:Fostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support,TBRI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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SUMMARY:Make Ready Class
DESCRIPTION:Be confident in your next step.​  \nWe want to help you wisely discern your next step and empower you to make a difference in the life of a child.  \nDeciding to foster or adopt can be overwhelming and even a bit scary. It is a big step\, but there are many who have gone down this path before and there is lots of wisdom and support along the way.  \nThis Zoom class will be from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM every Thursday in April 2022.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/make-ready-class/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220125T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T182335Z
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SUMMARY:The Science of Hope
DESCRIPTION:There is hope for children who have experienced adversity! \nIn this introductory session\, we will review the neuroscience and attachment research\, and develop an understanding of how the heart\, mind\, body\, and soul heal from complex trauma. This training can grow our compassion and lead to healing\, transformation\, and hope in the life of the children you serve! When you understand that a child’s behavior is rooted in their early childhood experience\, it can help you see the need behind their behavior and support their healing.  \nThis training is for those who serve children in any way\, including ministry leaders\, parents\, teachers\, and community members. You can be a part of bringing hope to the life of children and families.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/the-science-of-hope/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development,Parent Support,TBRI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211211T153000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T170506Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Care Babysitting Training - December (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Our December event will now be OFFERED VIRTUALLY!  \n*Content Warning// The topics covered throughout the training can be difficult to learn about as we walk with children who have experienced trauma. We encourage participants to be consious of their own needs\, experiances and encourage taking breaks or seeking support when necessary. If you have any concerns or questions prior to registration\, please contact us at info@iamfosteringhope.org \nParticipating Agencies:  Arrow\, Angelheart\, CPS\, Circles of Care\, Depelchin\, Divinity Family Services\, Giocosa\, Helping Hand Home\, Pathways\, PCHAS\, SAFE\, Settlement Home\, STARRY and Upbring \nWe are so glad you have decided to support foster families and children in your community! \nYou don’t want to miss out! \nRegistration is now open for this event and will close on November 26th (or whenever tickets are sold out).\nPlease read through all the FAQs below before registering.  \nThis training is for those who are 21+ looking to offer short-term childcare (up to 72 hours) for licensed foster families in the Greater Austin area.  \nThere will be a 2-part training you will be required to participate in\, both offered via Zoom. \nPortion 1: Trauma Informed Care for Babysitting\, Administering Medications and Safe Transportation.  \nPortion 2: CPR/First Aid certification** Training . Both of these trainings MUST be attended* to receive your certification and the certificates to be sent to your chosen agencies.  \n**If you have received your CPR/First Aid certification in the last 12 months\, your cards are valid & you are not required to participate in the CPR/First Aid portion of training.  \nFees –\nTraining Registration: $20.00 (Due at time of registration)* \nBackground Checks: $37.00 (This will be paid separately)
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/foster-care-babysitting-training-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T123000
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SUMMARY:TBRI® for Teens (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This training will be offered via Zoom.  \nDate & Time: Thursday\, December 9th from 9:30-12:30 \nThe teenage years can be a difficult transition for adolescents & the adults that love them. With all the stress the world puts on our teens … we want to make sure their safe space is with us while still helping them develop into healthy attached adults … no matter how long we have them! \nSo what does it look like to be a safe adult in the life of an adolescent who has loss\, trauma\, or the foster care system?  \nWhat is TBRI®?  \nTBRI® is an attachment-based\, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of children. TBRI® uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs\, Connecting Principles for attachment needs\, and Correcting Principles to disarm fear-based behaviors. While the intervention is based on years of attachment\, sensory processing\, and neuroscience research\, the heartbeat of TBRI® is connection.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/tbri-for-teens-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support,TBRI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210317T182358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T182457Z
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SUMMARY:I Said Yes! An Introduction to Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:There are many needs in the foster care system and you can play a valuable role in meeting those needs! Whether you are exploring how to foster\, adopt\, or if you just want to understand the foster care system better\, join us for this hopeful introduction to foster care. We’ll have a panel with people who will each tell their personal experiences with foster care. Live Q&A is available after the presentation.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/i-said-yes-an-introduction-to-foster-care-7/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210923T150855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T151133Z
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SUMMARY:Can She Handle The Truth? Talking to My Child About Her Story
DESCRIPTION:Many times kids from a hard place have hard questions about their story. It is crucial that we are able to help them process their story. \nAs parents of children with trauma\, we might find it hard to talk to our children about their difficult story. We might find ourselves wondering if we will retraumatize them or hurt them by talking about it. The truth is\, many times\, they are already thinking about their story and we must create a safe space to allow them to process it. In this session\, we will learn tips for telling our children the truth about their history.  The trainer and facilitator has been there and understands how difficult it could be to parent a child who has experienced trauma.  \nFoster parents will receive a certificate of attendance for continuing education credits.  \nYou will receive the link to join after registering by clicking the link below.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/can-she-handle-the-truth-talking-to-my-child-about-her-story/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development,Parent Support,TBRI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210317T182244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T182244Z
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SUMMARY:I Said Yes! An Introduction to Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:There are many needs in the foster care system and you can play a valuable role in meeting those needs! Whether you are exploring how to foster\, adopt\, or if you just want to understand the foster care system better\, join us for this hopeful introduction to foster care. We’ll have a panel with people who will each tell their personal experiences with foster care. Live Q&A is available after the presentation.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/i-said-yes-an-introduction-to-foster-care-6/
LOCATION:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210914T151948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T152104Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting with My Child: Trauma's Impact on Attachment
DESCRIPTION:Trauma experienced in early childhood can impact a child’s relational patterns. \nConnection is the primary source of healing for children from a hard place. Many times a child’s history has taught them to protect themselves from connection. In this session\, we will review how attachment style is formed in early childhood and practical strategies to foster connection and attachment with a child\, no matter their history.  \nOur parent coaching sessions are online trainings with a small number of participants. This is a great time to bring your specific questions as our parent trainer will be able to give more one-on-one answers due to the small number of participants in the group.  \nFoster parents will receive a certificate of attendance for continuing education credits.  \nThis is an online training. You will receive the link to join after registering for the event on the link below.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/connecting-with-my-child-traumas-impact-on-attachment/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development,Parent Support,TBRI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210923T193029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T193048Z
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SUMMARY:Trauma Competent Caregiver Training
DESCRIPTION:We will lead a deep dive with our friends from The Fostering Collective in Tyler\, Texas! Join us as we learn about how trauma affects the brain\, body and belief system of a child and how\, as caregivers\, can bring hope and healing to the children we care for. \nThis 2 day training will equip parents\, teachers\, and other professionals to: understand the impact of trauma\, especially interpersonal trauma; recognize behaviors coming from trauma; how to respond to big emotions and big behaviors in a trauma-informed way; and how to support children with a strength-based understanding of their story and connections.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/trauma-competent-caregiver/
LOCATION:United Way 911 S Broadway Ave Tyler\, TX 75701\, United Way 911 S Broadway Ave\, Tyler\, Texas\, 75701
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support,TBRI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210722T141720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T171237Z
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SUMMARY:Partner with Fostering Hope for Ministry Development
DESCRIPTION:Fostering Hope can equip your church to build a foster and adoption ministry that will serve and lead in the foster care community. \nFamily is the primary source of healing for the hurting child and families look to their church community for inspiration and direction. Fostering Hope will describe their plans to support 150 foster and adoption ministries. This session will share the ministry development plan and what the first step for your church to be a part of the solution. We’ll explain the role of the Ministry Advocacy Team and the ongoing resources Fostering Hope offers to equip your church community.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/partner-with-fostering-hope-for-ministry-development-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210315T182047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T182047Z
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SUMMARY:I Said Yes! An Introduction to Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:There are many needs in the foster care system and you can play a valuable role in meeting those needs! Whether you are exploring how to foster\, adopt\, or if you just want to understand the foster care system better\, join us for this hopeful introduction to foster care. We’ll have a panel with people who will each tell their personal experiences with foster care. Live Q&A is available after the presentation
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/i-said-yes-an-introduction-to-foster-care-5/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210911T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210819T170348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210819T170348Z
UID:10001037-1631350800-1631372400@iamfosteringhope.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care Babysitting Training
DESCRIPTION:Participating Agencies:  Arrow\, Angelheart\, CPS\, Circles of Care\, Depelchin\, Divinity Family Services\, Giocosa\, Helping Hand Home\, Pathways\, PCHAS\, SAFE\, Settlement Home\, STARRY and Upbring \nWe are so glad you have decided to support foster families and children! \nYou don’t want to miss out! \nPlease read through all the FAQs below before registering.  \nThis training is for those who are 21+ looking to offer short-term childcare (up to 72 hours) for licensed foster families in the Greater Austin area.  \nThere will be a one day** training you will be required to participate in. The first portion is Care for Babysitting\, Administering Medications and Safe Transportation. The second portion is CPR/First Aid certification** Training. Both of these trainings MUST be attended* to receive your certification and the certificates to be sent to your chosen agencies.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/foster-care-babysitting-training/
LOCATION:Fostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210713T183623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210713T184211Z
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SUMMARY:The Impact of Trauma on a Child's Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Trauma experienced in early childhood can lead to frustrating behaviors in children. \nAs parents of children with trauma\, we might not always understand the “why” behind our child’s behavior. We might even catch ourselves thinking\, “why don’t you just act your age?” In this session\, we will take a closer look into how our children can be delayed in development and experience overwhelming behaviors due to trauma.  \nOur parent coaching sessions are online trainings with a small number of participants. This is a great time to bring your specific questions as our parent trainer will be able to give more one-on-one answers due to the small number of participants in the group.  \nFoster parents will receive a certificate of attendance for continuing education credits.  \nThis is an online training. Please register using the link below. 
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/the-impact-of-trauma-on-a-childs-behavior/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support,TBRI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210607T170200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210715T172359Z
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SUMMARY:Access to the Experts: TBRI® through the Teen Years
DESCRIPTION:Fostering Hope presents an Access to the Experts event: “TBRI® Through the Teen Years” featuring guest speaker\, Jacob Huereca. \nThe teenage years can be a difficult transition for parents and adolescents. With all the stress the world puts on our teens … we want to make sure their safe space is with us while still helping them develop into healthy attached adults.  \nAre you a kinship caregiver\, foster or adoptive parent\, youth pastor\, mentor or teacher of an adolescent in care? So what does it look like to be a safe adult in the life of an adolescent who has experienced loss\, trauma\, or the foster care system?  \nJoin us as Jacob Huereca walks us through how to parent using TBRI through the Teen Years!  \nWhat is TBRI®? \nTBRI® is an attachment-based\, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of children. TBRI® uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs\, Connecting Principles for attachment needs\, and Correcting Principles to disarm fear-based behaviors. While the intervention is based on years of attachment\, sensory processing\, and neuroscience research\, the heartbeat of TBRI® is connection. \nAbout our Speaker:  \nJacob Huereca is currently the Chief Executive Officer for Connections Individual and Family Services in New Braunfels\, Texas. Prior to joining Connections\, Jacob was the Executive Director at New Life Children’s Center and has spent the majority of his career working with at-risk youth and their families. Jacob received his undergraduate social work degree from Colorado State University-Pueblo and his Master’s degree in social work from The University of Texas at Austin. Jacob studied Community and Administrative Leadership with a focus on non-profit management and has a strong passion for organizational science and organizational culture. Jacob became an Andeavor Fellow through the San Antonio Area Foundation in 2019\, was a graduate of the 2020 class of New Braunfels Leadership and is a sought-after trainer as a Trust-Based Relational Practitioner. \nJacob is the father of 6 children\, has been a foster parent and has two adopted children. Jacob is originally from Las Vegas\, Nevada but considers Texas home! He loves his faith\, to fish\, and to get outdoors and spend time with his children. \nDate & Time: Thursday\, August 26th at 9:30-1:00 pm \nAddress: 13300 Pond Springs Rd Austin\, TX 78729
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/access-to-the-experts-tbri-through-the-teen-years/
LOCATION:Fostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development,Parent Support,TBRI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T105108
CREATED:20210324T165216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T165216Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Support: Avoiding Power Struggles When the Power is Mine to Share
DESCRIPTION:When we don’t see the meaning behind behaviors\, we are at risk of entering in a power struggle with our children. Children who have experienced trauma have overwhelming behaviors. As parents we must see the meaning behind the behavior and meet the need for our child to prevent power struggles and optimize healing. In this session\, we will discuss the reasons behind these difficult behaviors and how to respond to them using the IDEAL response from TBRI®. Our parent coaching sessions are workshops for foster and adoptive parents with a small number of participants. Bring your specific questions as our parent trainer will be able to give more one on one answers due to the small number of participants in the group. \nFoster parents will receive a certificate of attendance for continuing education credits. \nThis is an online training. You will receive the link to join after registering for the event.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parent-support-avoiding-power-struggles-when-the-power-is-mine-to-share/
LOCATION:Online
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