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SUMMARY:Sensory Processing and Integration
DESCRIPTION:Difficulties with sensory processing are often confused with behavioral problems. Children who have been in foster care or adopted are at a heightened risk of experiencing these challenges. Learn about Sensory Processing Disorder\, its signs and symptoms\, suggested ways that parents and teachers can help\, and resources in the area. This two-part training provides parents with a hands-on experience. To register\, call 314.968.2350 ext. 7234 or email intake.dept@familyforwardmo.org
URL:https://familyforwardmo.org/calendar/sensory-processing-and-integration-4/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive and Foster Parent Trainings
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Effects of Sexual Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Parenting a child with a history of sexual abuse can be frightening—from responding to the child’s acting out behavior to dealing with emotions.  Discussions focus on the best ways to minimize the trauma and help your child heal. Sex trafficking will be explored in the training. This is a two-week class\, attendance at both weeks is strongly encouraged. To register\, call 314.968.2350 ext. 7234 or email intake.dept@familyforwardmo.org
URL:https://familyforwardmo.org/calendar/understanding-the-effects-of-sexual-abuse-5/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive and Foster Parent Trainings
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SUMMARY:STARS-Preservice Training
DESCRIPTION:STARS preservice training is required of any individual wishing to be licensed as a foster parent through the state of Missouri. \nFor further information and registration\, please contact Tonya Williams (Tonya.Williams@dss.mo.gov) at Children’s Division.
URL:https://familyforwardmo.org/calendar/stars-preservice-training-8/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive and Foster Parent Trainings
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SUMMARY:STARS-Preservice Training
DESCRIPTION:STARS preservice training is required of any individual wishing to be licensed as a foster parent through the state of Missouri. \nFor further information and registration\, please contact Tonya Williams (Tonya.Williams@dss.mo.gov) at Children’s Division.
URL:https://familyforwardmo.org/calendar/stars-preservice-training-9/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive and Foster Parent Trainings
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SUMMARY:Calming Chaos-Navigating our Fears When the Worst Happens
DESCRIPTION:As foster parents begin their work\, many have unspoken worries about abuse allegations\, elopement\, or dealing with sexual abuse; the list could go on! Jokes about these topics during STARS class disguise the underlying tension regarding these difficult subjects. This class will help foster parents disarm their fears by giving them a sense that they can navigate challenging situations and come through in one piece. To register\, call 314.968.2350 ext. 7234 or email intake.dept@familyforwardmo.org
URL:https://familyforwardmo.org/calendar/calming-chaos-navigating-our-fears-when-the-worst-happens/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive and Foster Parent Trainings
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SUMMARY:Points Along the Adoption Circle
DESCRIPTION:The experience of adoption creates a unique and lasting emotional and psychological impact on the lives of all who are touched by it. This class gives participants a chance to consider various perspectives of those linked to one another through adoption\, including birth parents\, adoptive parents\, and adoptees\, including extended family members. The focus will be on deepening the insight\, awareness\, empathy\, and practical ways to care for all members in the adoption circle. This class is designed for anyone who cares for children at any point along the adoption journey. To register\, call 314.968.2350 ext. 7234 or email intake.dept@familyforwardmo.org
URL:https://familyforwardmo.org/calendar/points-along-the-adoption-circle/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive and Foster Parent Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T180000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Stress
DESCRIPTION:The holidays often bring much excitement and celebration for families. But for children who have experienced the disruption in their lives of being separated from their families\, the holidays can be a time of great emotional upheaval. The stress level can become intolerable. This class will help parents see the holidays through their child’s eyes and give tips on how to navigate this wonderful time of year! To register\, call 314.968.2350 ext. 7234 or email intake.dept@familyforwardmo.org
URL:https://familyforwardmo.org/calendar/holiday-stress/
CATEGORIES:Adoptive and Foster Parent Trainings
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