Cultivate Connections July 19-September 20, 2025; 1:00-3:00 pm (Virtual) https://form.jotform.com/KVCMOCPA/cultivate-connections-july-19 Parenting feels heavy sometimes. You don’t have to carry it alone. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or just craving a deeper connection with your child—Cultivate Connection is for you. This 9-week course is BY parents, FOR parents—designed specifically for foster, adoptive, and kinship caregivers […]
Hawaiian themed dress code such as flowered shirts, grass skirts, beach shorts, and sunglasses. Will be the hottest party of the summer! $20 per person to enter; teams consist of 5-6 people; gift card prizes for the team that comes in first place. All proceeds go to FosterAdopt Connect. RSVP ByronRodriguez3@gmail.com or call/ text (571) […]
This virtual 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 […]
Are you interested in becoming a foster parent? Join our informational sessions to learn about becoming a licensed foster provider. Everyone can make a difference in the lives of children! We can’t wait to see you! Located at 18600 E 37th Terrace S, Independence, MO 64057
This is an online training offered through the FCARSTC contract for families licensed through Children's Division and KVC. This training equips foster parents and caregivers with practical tools and trauma-informed strategies to respond effectively when a youth runs away, and to help prevent future incidents. Participants will explore the underlying causes of runaway behavior, learn […]
This is an online training offered through the FCARSTC contract for families licensed through Children's Division and KVC. Research based curriculum for Treatment Foster Care. It is also great for working with children that have high behavior needs. This 7 week program Includes topics like Impactful Relationships, The Power of Language, Preventing Escaping and Rebuilding […]
This is an online training offered through the FCARSTC contract for families licensed through Children's Division and KVC. A quick overview about what to expect and how to prepare for a RED meeting with a child's special education team. This Review of Existing Data can help determine what additional testing needs to occur and what […]
This is an online training offered through the FCARSTC contract for families licensed through Children's Division and KVC. Based on the book by Stuart Brown (Play how it shapes the brain opens the imagination and invigorates the soul.) Playful engagement is the quickest way to help a child feel safe enough to learn appropriate behavior. […]
This is an online training offered through the FCARSTC contract for families licensed through Children's Division and KVC. This is the required training for families planning to adopt from foster care. It must be completed prior to your adoption addendum to your foster care home study. This 12 hour training meets four consecutive Mondays: October […]
Overcoming and Preventing Blocked Care, October 17-18, 2025; 6:00-9:00pm Friday and noon -6:00 pm Saturday This is an online training offered through the FCARSTC contract for families licensed through Children's Division and KVC. Overcoming and Preventing Blocked Care—a must for kinship, foster, and adoptive parents who want to reconnect with their children and themselves. Blocked […]
Cultivate Connections October 24-25, and November 7-8, 2025; 6:00-9:00 pm Friday and 9:00-5:00 pm Saturday This is an online training offered through the FCARSTC contract for families licensed through Children's Division and KVC. Parenting feels heavy sometimes. You don’t have to carry it alone. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or just craving a deeper […]
This virtual 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 […]