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SUMMARY:Highland Lakes: Make Ready Class
DESCRIPTION:Be confident in your next step.​\n\nThe Make Ready Class is for prospective foster and adoptive parents. We want to help you wisely discern your next step and empower you to make a difference in a child’s life. Deciding to foster or adopt can be overwhelming and even a bit scary. It is a big step\, but many have gone this path before you and there is lots of wisdom and support along the way. This is a 3-week class offered virtually by seasoned foster-to-adopt parents. This class is intended for those who live in the Highland Lakes area. \nJuly 9th\, 16th\, & 23rd\, 2023 @ 5:00 PM \n**For those experiencing economic hardship please contact us at info@iamfosteringhope.org for scholarship opportunities.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/highland-lakes-make-ready-class/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Parenting with Resilience\,” a gathering designed specifically for parents of teenagers and young adults. This supportive cohort follows a group format and focuses on evidence-based techniques tailored to address the distinctive joys and obstacles encountered when parenting teens who have undergone experiences of loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe aim to unite individuals who are currently navigating the path of raising teenagers and young adults impacted by various circumstances such as kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. Our community provides a safe and nurturing environment\, serving as a comforting haven during the challenging phases of this journey.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-11/
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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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Parenting with Resilience\,” a gathering designed specifically for parents of teenagers and young adults. This supportive cohort follows a group format and focuses on evidence-based techniques tailored to address the distinctive joys and obstacles encountered when parenting teens who have undergone experiences of loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe aim to unite individuals who are currently navigating the path of raising teenagers and young adults impacted by various circumstances such as kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. Our community provides a safe and nurturing environment\, serving as a comforting haven during the challenging phases of this journey.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-10/
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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SUMMARY:"The Connected Child" Book Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Our Parent Support Summer Series will be going through\, “The Connected Child: Bring Hope and Healing to your Adoptive Family” by Dr. Karyn B Purvis\, Ph.D.\, David R. Cross\, Ph.D.\, and Wendy Lyons Sunshine. We focus on 2 chapters for each training session. This book discussion group is led by our TBRI® practitioner\, Jordan Hope Vera who will be able to provide context for all families caring for children with lived experience. \nJune 22nd\, chapters: \nChapter 3: Solving the Puzzle of Difficult Behavior \nChapter 4: Disarming the Fear Response with Felt Safety \n* If you need help getting access to the book\, please contact us at programs@iamfosteringhope.org
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/the-connected-child-book-discussion-group-2/
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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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Parenting with Resilience\,” a gathering designed specifically for parents of teenagers and young adults. This supportive cohort follows a group format and focuses on evidence-based techniques tailored to address the distinctive joys and obstacles encountered when parenting teens who have undergone experiences of loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe aim to unite individuals who are currently navigating the path of raising teenagers and young adults impacted by various circumstances such as kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. Our community provides a safe and nurturing environment\, serving as a comforting haven during the challenging phases of this journey.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-9/
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:20230614T100000
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Parenting with Resilience is for those who are parenting teens and young adults. This support group style cohort will have evidence-based practices on the unique joys and challenges of parenting teens who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe want to bring together those of us who are walking the journey of raising teens and young adults who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. This is a community that can be a soft place to land when walking through hard seasons.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-8/
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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SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversations: How can we support family reunification?
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 13th\, for a “Coffee conversation” about family reunification. A short 30-minute presentation will begin at 9:00 am. \nOn the 2nd Tuesday of each month\, we will open our doors and come together to discuss the needs of our community. 
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/5125/
LOCATION:Fostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T133000
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SUMMARY:"The Connected Child" Book Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Our Parent Support Summer Series will be going through\, “The Connected Child: Bring Hope and Healing to your Adoptive Family” by Dr. Karyn B Purvis\, Ph.D.\, David R. Cross\, Ph.D.\, and Wendy Lyons Sunshine. We focus on 2 chapters for each training session. This book discussion group is led by our TBRI® practitioner\, Jordan Hope Vera who will be able to provide context for all families caring for children with lived experience. \nJune 8th\, chapters: \nChapter 1: Hope and Healing \nChapter 2: Where Your Child Began \n* If you need help getting access to the book\, please contact us at programs@iamfosteringhope.org
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/the-connected-child-book-discussion-group/
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:20230531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T110000
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:PARENT SUPPORT \nWednesday\, May 31\, 2023 10:00 AM –  11:00 AM CT \n\nVirtual \n\nSupport for Parents of Teens and Young Adults \n\nParenting with Resilience is for those who are parenting teens and young adults. This support group style cohort will have evidence-based practices on the unique joys and challenges of parenting teens who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe want to bring together those of us who are walking the journey of raising teens and young adults who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. This is a community that can be a soft place to land when walking through hard seasons. \nContact Jordan Hope Vera at jordanhope@iamfosteringhope.org for any questions.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:PARENT SUPPORT \nWednesday\, May 24\, 2023 10:00 AM –  11:00 AM CT \n\nVirtual \n\nSupport for Parents of Teens and Young Adults \n\nParenting with Resilience is for those who are parenting teens and young adults. This support group style cohort will have evidence-based practices on the unique joys and challenges of parenting teens who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe want to bring together those of us who are walking the journey of raising teens and young adults who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. This is a community that can be a soft place to land when walking through hard seasons. \nContact Jordan Hope Vera at jordanhope@iamfosteringhope.org for any questions.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T142422Z
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SUMMARY:Fostering Hope Babysitting Certification Training March 2023
DESCRIPTION:We are so glad you have decided to support foster families and children in your community!\nSaturday\, May 20\, 2023 @ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nFostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX 78729 \nParticipating Agencies: 4PointsKids\, Arrow\, Angelheart\, CPS\, Circles of Care\, Depelchin\, Divinity Family Services\, Giocosa\, Helping Hand Home\, Pathways\, PCHAS\, SAFE\, Settlement Home\, and Upbring \nThis training is for those who are 21+ and 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. \n\nContent 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.\nI am at least 21 years +\nFBI Fingerprinting Background checks are required for certification. Fingerprinting fees are $37/per person and are paid to the State’s fingerprinting company.\nAll required paperwork is submitted through Fostering Hope’s secure online portal\, Moxo. You will be auto directed after registration is completed.\nAll Participants in this training will become certified with all 14 CPAs in our collaborative\, unless otherwise specified on paperwork.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/fostering-hope-babysitting-certification-training-march-2023/
LOCATION:Fostering Hope Family Center\, 13300 Pond Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T110000
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:PARENT SUPPORT \nWednesday\, May 17\, 2023 10:00 AM –  11:00 AM CT \n\nVirtual \n\nSupport for Parents of Teens and Young Adults \n\nParenting with Resilience is for those who are parenting teens and young adults. This support group style cohort will have evidence-based practices on the unique joys and challenges of parenting teens who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe want to bring together those of us who are walking the journey of raising teens and young adults who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. This is a community that can be a soft place to land when walking through hard seasons. \nContact Jordan Hope Vera at jordanhope@iamfosteringhope.org for any questions.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230510T110000
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:PARENT SUPPORT \nWednesday\, May 10\, 2023 10:00 AM –  11:00 AM CT \n\nVirtual \n\nSupport for Parents of Teens and Young Adults \n\nParenting with Resilience is for those who are parenting teens and young adults. This support group style cohort will have evidence based practices to the unique joys and challenges of parenting teens who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe want to bring together those of us who are walking the journey of raising teens and young adults who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. This is a community that can be a soft place to land when walking through hard seasons. \nContact Jordan Hope Vera at jordanhope@iamfosteringhope.org for any questions.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T180746Z
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SUMMARY:Highland Lakes: National Day of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 4\, 2023 8:00 PM –  9:00 PM CT \nJoin Fostering Hope\, church leaders\, and community members as we pray for the children and families in the child welfare system and ask God to grow our vision to serve kids in care.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/highland-lakes-national-day-of-prayer/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T134517Z
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:PARENT SUPPORT \nWednesday\, May 3\, 2023 10:00 AM –  11:00 AM CT \n\nVirtual \n\nSupport for Parents of Teens and Young Adults \nParenting with Resilience is for those who are parenting teens and young adults. This support group style cohort will have evidence based practices to the unique joys and challenges of parenting teens who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe want to bring together those of us who are walking the journey of raising teens and young adults who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. This is a community that can be a soft place to land when walking through hard seasons. \nContact Jordan Hope Vera at jordanhope@iamfosteringhope.org for any questions.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T173000
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: Take a Chance on Me - Do you really know the kids in foster care?
DESCRIPTION:An Archibald Project Film: Take a Chance on Me – Do you really know the kids in foster care? \n\nThe Highland Lakes Crisis Network in conjunction with Fostering Hope Austin and the Archibald Project present a night focused on changing the way we view some of the most vulnerable children in our area. \nThe evening is being hosted by the Uptown Theatre on Main Street in Marble Falls and will feature: \n\nFree food\nA screening of the short documentary ‘Take a Chance on Me’ produced by the Archibald Project\nA panel discussion from local experts around foster care\nOpportunities to connect with ways to serve those in the foster care system\n\nThe doors will open at 5:30PM. Free food will be served. Childcare will be available at Lake Shores Church (700 N US 281) at no cost (donations accepted). There will be a bar available for purchase to support the Uptown Theatre as they begin to re-launch. The screening will begin at 6:30PM\, panel discussion to follow. \nWe hope that you take the opportunity to use this evening as a time to relax\, date\, and enjoy fellowship while learning more about how you may be able to help (in big and small ways) support kids right here in our backyard!
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/film-screening-take-a-chance-on-me-do-you-really-know-the-kids-in-foster-care/
LOCATION:Uptown Theatre LLC 218 Main St Marble Falls TX\, 78654\, 218 Main St\, Marble Falls\, 78654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience
DESCRIPTION:PARENT SUPPORT \nWednesday\, April 26\, 2023 10:00 AM –  11:00 AM CT \n\nVirtual \n\nSupport for Parents of Teens and Young Adults \nParenting with Resilience is for those who are parenting teens and young adults. This support group style cohort will have evidence-based practices on the unique joys and challenges of parenting teens who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe want to bring together those of us who are walking the journey of raising teens and young adults who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. This is a community that can be a soft place to land when walking through hard seasons. \nContact Jordan Hope Vera at jordanhope@iamfosteringhope.org for any questions.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parenting-with-resilience/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230412T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20230406T203010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T205152Z
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Resilience: Virtual Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Support for Parents of Teens and Young Adults \nParenting with Resilience is for those who are parenting teens and young adults. This support group style cohort will have evidence-based practices on the unique joys and challenges of parenting teens who have experienced loss\, trauma\, and separation. \nWe want to bring together those of us who are walking the journey of raising teens and young adults who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through kinship care\, foster care\, or adoption. This is a community that can be a soft place to land when walking through hard seasons. \nContact Jordan Hope Vera at jordanhope@iamfosteringhope.org for any questions.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/4769/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T211500
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20230302T143638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T191744Z
UID:10001092-1679515200-1679519700@iamfosteringhope.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Success: Leadership Roundtable for Foster\, Adoptive\, and Kinship Dads
DESCRIPTION:Calling all foster\, adopt\, and kinship dads who want to connect with other dads and learn how to grow their influence at home and beyond! In this seven-week virtual roundtable\, we will discuss a different leadership value each week and learn how we can take immediate action to apply it in our lives.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/beyond-success-leadership-roundtable-for-foster-adoptive-and-kinship-dads/2023-03-22/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20221013T035330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T204744Z
UID:10001004-1677920400-1677945600@iamfosteringhope.org
SUMMARY:A Future + A Hope Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nCentral Texas foster care\, adoptive\, and kinship communities\, Welcome Home! \nHome should evoke the most peaceful\, loving emotions. And yet for so many of us\, it does not. How do we change this? How do we create an environment that is joy-filled and restful? How can we be welcoming in the midst of chaos? And how do we help others create this same kind of environment? \nA Future + A Hope Conference 2023 is all about creating spaces for our children – temporary or permanent\, that welcome them home. \nBring a friend\, spouse\, or co-worker and save on ticket costs! \nTicket cost: $30- Single adult ticket/ $50- 2 adult tickets \nChildcare is available at no additional cost. These spaces are limited and fill up very quickly. Childcare registration will close on February 13\, 2023 or until we reach capacity. \nBeverages\, snacks\, and lunch are provided. \n**For those experiencing economic hardship please contact us at info@iamfosteringhope.org for scholarship opportunities. \n*No refunds on registration are offered.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/a-future-a-hope-conference-2023join-a-future-a-hope-conference-to-be-welcomed-into-your-central-texas-home-community-hear-from-local-experts-and-connect-with-others/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Georgetown\, 1333 W University Ave\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20221019T183044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T215934Z
UID:10001006-1671019200-1671021000@iamfosteringhope.org
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-15/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220922T183006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T215058Z
UID:10001001-1668513600-1668515400@iamfosteringhope.org
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-14/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T153000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220912T032314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T032314Z
UID:10001000-1667638800-1667662200@iamfosteringhope.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220824T183018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T212931Z
UID:10001082-1666180800-1666182600@iamfosteringhope.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220721T183030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T211431Z
UID:10001073-1663848000-1663849800@iamfosteringhope.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220614T172543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T172543Z
UID:10001071-1662541200-1662562800@iamfosteringhope.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220729T171450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T171450Z
UID:10001077-1661428800-1661434200@iamfosteringhope.org
SUMMARY:Where Do I Begin? Applying trauma-informed practices today.
DESCRIPTION:One of the difficult parts about new interventions or information is how to start applying it to your life TODAY.  \nCome join other foster and adoptive parents for a time of virtual learning\, support\, and discussion led by one of our Fostering Hope staff as we talk about the application of trauma-informed care. \n We will dive into the basics of WHY trauma-informed parenting helps us as we raise children who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation through foster care or adoption. We will share practical tools and strategies YOU can start applying. Whether this is your first time hearing about trauma-informed care\, or you have been doing this work for a long time\, there is something for everyone in our discussion-based learning. \nFoster parents will receive a certificate of attendance for continuing education credits.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/where-do-i-begin-applying-trauma-informed-practices-today/
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support,TBRI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220621T183023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T204556Z
UID:10001072-1661342400-1661344200@iamfosteringhope.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220506T202621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T202621Z
UID:10001069-1658404800-1658406600@iamfosteringhope.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T075503
CREATED:20220506T200856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T201758Z
UID:10001068-1655812800-1655814600@iamfosteringhope.org
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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