Foster & Adoptive Family Celebration

North Road Church 49 College Campus Dr., Moscow Mills, MO, United States

Join us June 1st at 11 am for a fun filled day that includes BBQ lunch, a bounce house, corn hole, and games for everyone. This event will be held at Northroad Church in Moscow Mills. Bring a friend who would like to learn more about becoming a foster parent.

Administering Narcan in an Emergency

Virtual

Virtual Training We never want to be in a life and death situation having to administer Narcan to someone we love, but knowing the steps to save someone experiencing an overdose could save a life. Cheryl Eversol with the Dallas County Health Department presents training on when and how to safely administer Narcan. Foster and […]

Stewards of Children (Virtual)

Virtual

Stewards of Children® is an evidence-informed, award-winning two and a half hour training that teaches adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Through interviews with a very diverse group of people with lived experience, experts, and treatment providers, Stewards of Children® teaches adults practical actions they can take to reduce instances […]

Free

Why People Stay in Domestic Violence Situations

Virtual

Virtual Training “Why don’t you just leave?”  “How can they choose their abuser over their children?” Pamela Jacobs, CEO of the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence presents a training to foster and adoptive parents on why domestic violence victims stay with their abusers and the misconceptions people have about abuse, relationships, choices, and tradeoffs. […]

Missouri Adoption Information Night

Virtual

This class is designed to provide a basic overview of adoption in the state of Missouri. The primary focus will be on foster care adoption but will briefly cover all types of adoption. This class provides an opportunity for families interested in adoption to learn more about these processes. The class is led by a […]

Free

The Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot Movie Event

Palace Theater 224 1st St, Kennett, MO, United States

34th Children's Division is hosting a WEEKEND Event to showcase The Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot Movie FREE to the public in and surrounding community of Kennett MO. Theater can hold up to 300 people.

Free

De-Escalation using Trust-Based Relational Intervention

Virtual

Virtual Training How to de-escalate an elevated youth, especially when we see big behaviors. TBRI Practitioner Catina Cobb presents de-escalation training using Trust Based Relational Intervention methods for foster and adopted youth. Foster and adoptive parents can log on, eat their lunch, and earn an hour of instructor-led training for their foster license. Presenter: Catina […]

How to Explain to Children Their Adoption Story at Different Ages

Virtual

As adoptive parents, telling your child their adoption story can be challenging, as you strive to balance openness, sensitivity, and age-appropriate considerations. This session provides guidance on how to navigate this delicate task, exploring approaches for engaging in open discussions about a child’s birth and adoption story throughout each stage of development. Through real-life examples, […]

Free

Foster Care Informational Meeting

Beth House of Prayer 1223 Branch Street, Platte City, MO, United States

Saturday September 7, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. Bethel House of Prayer Church 1223 Branch Street, Platte City, MO 64079 RSVP to Riki Howard at rikilynn87@gmail.com

Free

FosterAdopt Connect Foster Parent Informational Session (Jackson County)

FosterAdopt Connect 18600 E 37th Terrace S., Independence, MO, United States

FosterAdopt Connect will be hosting recruitment informational sessions. We will discuss how to start the licensing process, elaborate the need of foster parents, and answer any questions about the process, supports, and requirements. These sessions will be held at the FosterAdopt Connect office the second Tuesday, every other month from 7:00pm to 8:00pm. We will […]

Free

The Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot DRIVE IN Movie Event

Pine Hill Drive In MO-34 East and County Road 339A, Piedmont, MO, United States

42nd Children's Division Circuit and Care portal partners up to showcase The Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot movie for FREE on 9/12/24 starting at 6:00pm at the Pine Hill Drive In, Hwy 34 Piedmont MO. This is Free to the public, location can hold up to 300 Vehicles. Get Directions to the […]

Free

Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Foster Care

Virtual

Virtual Training How can you support LGBTQ+ youth in foster care? Aaron Schekorra, Executive Director of the GLO Center in Springfield, Missouri presents a training on how to create a safe space where youth in care can express themselves freely, feel connection and acceptance, and build the confidence they need to be successful adults in […]