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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/parenting-with-resilience-virtual-support-group/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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SUMMARY:Make Ready Class: For Prospective Foster & Adoptive Parents
DESCRIPTION:The Make Ready Class is for prospective foster and adoptive parents. \nThis is a 3-week class offered virtually by seasoned foster-to-adopt parents. \nBecoming a foster parent is a really big decision and we recommend you have as much support as possible as you take the next step. If you are married\, we strongly recommend you complete the Make Ready class with your spouse. Single adults seeking to foster/adopt are encouraged to complete this course with a trusted friend\, relative\, and/or mentor who is committed to walking alongside you with empathy and care. \nThe class will take place on Sundays in April from 7:00- 8:30 pm. \nDates: April 2nd\, 16th\, 23rd \nBe 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 many have gone this path before you and there is lots of wisdom and support along the way. \n*Course materials will be provided via PDF and/or hardcopy workbook. Additional workbooks can be purchased as an add-on. \n**For those experiencing economic hardship please contact us at info@iamfosteringhope.org for scholarship opportunities.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/make-ready-class-for-prospective-foster-adoptive-parents/2023-04-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ministry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T195333Z
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SUMMARY:TBRI® for Partners & Parents
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Fostering Hope church partner or foster/adoptive parent that would like to know more about Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI® )? Come join Fostering Hope experts and TBRI practitioners as we walk through Connecting\, Empowering\, and Correcting Principles from TBRI®. \nThis session will be held every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM on Zoom. \n 
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/tbri-for-partners-parents/2023-04-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230412T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230402T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T173503Z
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SUMMARY:Make Ready Class: For Prospective Foster & Adoptive Parents
DESCRIPTION:The Make Ready Class is for prospective foster and adoptive parents. \nThis is a 3-week class offered virtually by seasoned foster-to-adopt parents. \nBecoming a foster parent is a really big decision and we recommend you have as much support as possible as you take the next step. If you are married\, we strongly recommend you complete the Make Ready class with your spouse. Single adults seeking to foster/adopt are encouraged to complete this course with a trusted friend\, relative\, and/or mentor who is committed to walking alongside you with empathy and care. \nThe class will take place on Sundays in April from 7:00- 8:30 pm. \nDates: April 2nd\, 16th\, 23rd \nBe 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 many have gone this path before you and there is lots of wisdom and support along the way. \n*Course materials will be provided via PDF and/or hardcopy workbook. Additional workbooks can be purchased as an add-on. \n**For those experiencing economic hardship please contact us at info@iamfosteringhope.org for scholarship opportunities.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/make-ready-class-for-prospective-foster-adoptive-parents/2023-04-02/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ministry Development
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SUMMARY:Date Night on Us
DESCRIPTION:We know how difficult it can be to find trauma-informed childcare. At Fostering Hope\, we want to help. On March 31\, we will match families with trauma-informed\, agency-certified sitters. Parents get some time to rest and reconnect knowing their children are being cared for by someone who “gets it”. We need both families in need of caregivers and trained caregivers to make this event a success. Spaces limited.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/date-night-on-us/
LOCATION:Your Home
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T195333Z
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SUMMARY:TBRI® for Partners & Parents
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Fostering Hope church partner or foster/adoptive parent that would like to know more about Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI® )? Come join Fostering Hope experts and TBRI practitioners as we walk through Connecting\, Empowering\, and Correcting Principles from TBRI®. \nThis session will be held every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM on Zoom. \n 
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/tbri-for-partners-parents/2023-03-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T211500
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20230302T143638Z
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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:20230309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20230124T194722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T195333Z
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SUMMARY:TBRI® for Partners & Parents
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Fostering Hope church partner or foster/adoptive parent that would like to know more about Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI® )? Come join Fostering Hope experts and TBRI practitioners as we walk through Connecting\, Empowering\, and Correcting Principles from TBRI®. \nThis session will be held every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM on Zoom. \n 
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/tbri-for-partners-parents/2023-03-09/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20221013T035330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T204744Z
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T133000
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SUMMARY:TBRI® for Partners & Parents
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Fostering Hope church partner or foster/adoptive parent that would like to know more about Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI® )? Come join Fostering Hope experts and TBRI practitioners as we walk through Connecting\, Empowering\, and Correcting Principles from TBRI®. \nThis session will be held every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM on Zoom. \n 
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/tbri-for-partners-parents/2023-02-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T195333Z
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SUMMARY:TBRI® for Partners & Parents
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Fostering Hope church partner or foster/adoptive parent that would like to know more about Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI® )? Come join Fostering Hope experts and TBRI practitioners as we walk through Connecting\, Empowering\, and Correcting Principles from TBRI®. \nThis session will be held every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM on Zoom. \n 
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/tbri-for-partners-parents/2023-02-09/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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SUMMARY:Fostering Hope Babysitting Certification Training February 2023
DESCRIPTION:We are so glad you have decided to support foster families and children in your community! \nTime to get together and build connections. Our February 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\, 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 programs@iamfosteringhope.org \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. \nThere will be a one-day 2-part training you will be required to participate in. \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. \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 the training. \nFees : \nTraining Registration: $30.00 (Due at the time of registration) \n*Referral coupon codes available \nBackground Checks: $37.00 (This will be paid separately by the participant) \nPlease read through all the FAQs below before registering. If you have not identified a family\, but would like to attend the certification training\, please visit our FAQs page to see ways to get connected to a foster family. \nSteps to Becoming a Babysitter: \n1. Complete Registration on Eventbrite \n2. Register for Fostering Hope’s online portal\, Moxo*. You will receive an invitation with your confirmation email that will prompt you to initiate the paperwork process. You will use this portal to securely submit paperwork and communicate with Fostering Hope staff & your chosen CPAs. \n*Moxo is engineered with best-in-class security and compliance including SOC III\, GDPR\, and PSD2. Bank-level security standards. \n4. Submit your Application\, Photo ID\, & SSN card through the portal. \n5. Complete Fingerprinting process \n6. Start submitting paperwork through the portal. \nNote that there is a recent change regarding the Recognizing & Reporting Child Sexual Abuse training. This is an additional state requirement that is online training. Your chosen CPA will need to log you in individually for you to be able to access the training module. \n7. Attend Training Day with Fostering Hope: Trauma-Informed Care for Babysitters\, Administering Medications and Safe Transportation \n8. Attend CPR and First Aid training (same day as training) \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 the training. \n9. All required paperwork is submitted through the Moxo portal. Which ensures it is received securely by your agency. \nFAQs : \nDo I have to have a foster family picked out to register? \nFor this training\, Fostering Hope does NOT require you to have a foster family chosen before registering for the training. \nHere are some ways we suggest getting connected to a foster family : \n• Ask your local church leaders to see if there is a ministry or family in your community\, they can connect you to. \n• Reach out to an agency in our collaboration to see if they can connect you to a family in your area. \n• Check discussion boards\, community events\, and your neighbors to see if there is a foster family in need. \n• Utilize your platforms like social media\, parent groups\, or other groups you are a member of. \nFostering Hope will assist with providing you with opportunities to serve\, as well as connections to other organizations in the area that can match you with a family. \nWhat are the date(s) and time(s) for Training Day? \nSaturday\, February 4th from 9:00 am-12:30 pm \nCPR/First Aid will be in person from 1:00-3:00 pm \nTraining sessions include Trauma-Informed Care for Babysitters\, Medication Administration\, and Safe Transportation training\, all of which are required by the State of Texas to care for children in care. \nThe agency I want to babysit for is not on the list. Can they join the collaboration now? \nThe current agencies listed are working collaboratively to adhere to the same foundation of standards and expectations for their babysitters. We are always looking to collaborate with more agencies to best serve our community. \nHow do I choose an agency from your list? \nAll the agencies have agreed on the same requirements. If you are already connected to a family\, you will want to make sure to choose their specific agency. If you are not connected we recommend getting certified with all our agencies to ensure you can support a wide range of families. \nHow much will it cost? \nThere are some set fees. $30 for registration (+ a bit extra for online processing fees). Fingerprinting fees are $37/per person and are paid to the State’s fingerprinting company. Fostering Hope seeks out grants and donors to cover the additional costs of CPR/First aid for the registered participant. Referral coupon codes are available! \nWho must get background checks? \nAnyone who is 14 years or older who lives in the home can be asked to be background checked. If a person will ever be the primary caretaker of a foster child (be left alone with the child)\, they must be certified with a background check and training. (ex. The parent in the house gets certified and they will be responsible for the foster child. An 18-year-old son or daughter in the home needs only to be background checked\, but they cannot be left alone with the foster child without becoming babysitter certified themselves) \nWho will help me through this process? \nWe here at Fostering Hope look forward to walking with you through each step of the process. You will be receiving emails from us leading up to Training Day(s) and our staff is available to answer any questions that may arise along the way. \nDo I have to attend both portions of Training Day to be certified? \nYes\, both portions of the training must be completed to become certified. 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 the training. \n*Please note we do not offer refunds for this training. Scholarships and referral discount codes are available upon request.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/fostering-hope-babysitting-certification-training-february-2023/
LOCATION:Covenant Presbyterian Church\, 3003 Northland Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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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-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Ministry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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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-15/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T205859Z
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SUMMARY:Those Who Know: Hope for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Here come the holidays … and all the joys & triggers it brings to children who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation. Join Fostering Hope founder and adoptive mom\, Julie Kouri\, as we discuss common challenges that occur surrounding the holiday season with kids who have experienced loss\, trauma\, or separation. She will share practical strategies and tips to add some HOPE to make your holiday season a little brighter and less chaotic. \nTopics will range from sweets to triggers. Strategies for those moments where we’ve already “gone off the rails\,” will help us co-regulate back to a place of peace. \nIf this sounds like your previous holiday experience or you are anticipating your first holiday together\, join us for this month’s Those Who Know: Hope for the Holidays Parent Support session.  \nThe Fostering Hope Family Center doors will be open on December 8\, 2022 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Come fellowship with our team\, and get your holiday gifts wrapped! We will be keeping our coffee pot on and the sweet treats stocked for this holiday event. Holiday wrapping paper will be provided. All adoptive\, foster\, kinship\, and reunified families are welcome!
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/those-who-know-hope-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20221013T041845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T210937Z
UID:10001005-1668081600-1668087000@iamfosteringhope.org
SUMMARY:Those who know: Talking to our kids about sex
DESCRIPTION:In the journey of parenthood\, one of the topics often regarded as taboo is the subject of sex. What\, when\, where\, and how to have these conversations have always been gray areas. This subject can become even more difficult or intimidating when you add the layer of adversity or sexual trauma some children from hard places have experienced before coming into our homes. \nJoin Fostering Hope’s Director of Programs and fellow adoptive mom\, Dr. Beth Feger as she leads an interactive discussion around talking to our kids about sex. Together we will address the nuances of talking with children who have experienced sexual trauma about the topics of intimacy\, consent\, and sex. \nWherever you are on this journey\, we look forward to seeing you at this month’s Those Who Know: Parent Support session.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/those-who-know-talking-to-our-kids-about-sex/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T153000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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:20221027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20221013T025235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T034514Z
UID:10001003-1666872000-1666879200@iamfosteringhope.org
SUMMARY:Those Who Know: Honoring First Families
DESCRIPTION:It is estimated that 70% of children who become involved with the child welfare system will return to their first families. Research shows that even in cases where permeance is found outside of a child’s first family connection to their family remains an integral part of the foundation for a child’s identity and overall self-worth throughout their life. \nJoin Fostering Hope Parent Development Coordinator\, Jordan Vera\, as she leads a discussion on questions to consider and perspectives for navigating relationships with your child’s first family at different levels of involvement. \nShe will be joined by other foster or adoptive parents who have navigated the various relationships represented in the adoption triad or through foster care reunification.
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/those-who-know-honoring-first-families/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221020T180000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20220729T195454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T024217Z
UID:10001081-1666285200-1666288800@iamfosteringhope.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20221006T165551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T170101Z
UID:10001002-1665662400-1665667800@iamfosteringhope.org
SUMMARY:Parent Support: Making Room for Myself
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nWhen we think of the attunement and intentionality it takes to parent a child who has experienced adversity\, it is not hard to imagine how easy it is to get lost in the many hats and responsibilities of parenting. It’s often a slow fade into the back-burner of caregiving and one day we realize we have lost touch with who we are outside of parenthood. \nSociety’s obsession with self-care has led us to believe that it must be done outside of the demands of life\, however\, we know that it often must be achieved in the midst of those demands. Whether you want to be proactive with your self-preservation or you find yourself already in the cycle\, join Fostering Hope’s bi-weekly virtual parent support gathering where you will hear from Fostering Hope experts on how to make room for yourself and your needs in the midst of parenting. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/parent-support-making-room-for-myself/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20220729T180055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T180609Z
UID:10001079-1663848000-1663853400@iamfosteringhope.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Ministry Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20220729T184303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220909T190501Z
UID:10001080-1663093800-1663097400@iamfosteringhope.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Ministry Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20220729T173151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T173151Z
UID:10001078-1662638400-1662643800@iamfosteringhope.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Parent Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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:20220828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
CREATED:20220728T190003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T201628Z
UID:10001076-1661691600-1661698800@iamfosteringhope.org
SUMMARY:Compassion Building: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Helping All Children Feel Safe. This 2-hour (online) training is designed with Children’s Ministry leaders and volunteers in mind but is helpful for anyone working with children from hard places. This training will help equip those involved in children’s ministry (from pastors to volunteers) in understanding how difficult life situations\, like family dysfunction and divorce\, can impact one’s present behaviors and needs. This will help you begin to explore how to start creating safe spaces in your church in a practical way. \n 
URL:https://iamfosteringhope.org/event/compassion-building-with-fostering-hope/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Ministry Development,TBRI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T150515
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Adoption,Foster Care,Parent Support,TBRI
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