Amerigroup December 2024 Webinars

Manage your Stress Levels during the Holiday Season!

The holiday season is often seen as a time of joy and good cheer, but it can also be very stressful and exhausting for some people. A large number of factors like heightened festive expectations, social pressures, and disrupted routines during the holiday season can contribute to fleeting mental health issues collectively known as “holiday blues”. If left unaddressed, holiday blues can negatively impact a person’s mental health, his/her ability to maintain social bonds, as well as capacity to enjoy the celebrations and festivities that come with the holidays.

Depression may occur at any time of the year, but the stress and anxiety during the months of November and December may cause even those who are usually content to experience loneliness and a lack of fulfillment.

Grief and Loss through the Holidays

The holidays can be stressful for lots of reasons, but when grief is one of them, it can make the season even more challenging. Being around friends and family while knowing someone is missing from the gathering creates an inevitable reality check, but one that’s not always easy. 

WEBINARS, TRAINING, & COLLABORATION

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming webinars and training sessions. These events are meticulously crafted to provide valuable learning experiences that cater to a diverse audience. Additionally, our interactive format encourages open dialogue, allowing participants to engage with speakers and peers alike. We believe that continuous learning is key to growth, and we are dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching environment for all attendees. This is your chance to invest in yourself and unlock a brighter future. Seize the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive with Amerigroup!

Date/Time

Training

Host/Presenter

Registration Link

December 10, 2024

11:00am

Georgia Families 360°℠ Dental Webinar

Ronald Dunham, BS

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December 10, 2024

3:00pm

Understanding and Managing Depression during the Holidays

Teresa Bradley, LPC, CPCS, CARES, CCM, MAC, TF-CBT

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December 10, 2024

6:00pm

The Holidays & Children in Foster Care

Ronald Dunham, BS

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December 11, 2024

3:00pm

Understanding EPSDT Exams: A Pathway to Healthier Futures

Patrick Aaron-Brown, MSW, LCSW, Lead GA, DBT Trained

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December 12, 2024

11:00am

Self Care

Kathyrn R. Ricks, MS

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December 12, 2024

1:00pm

Grief Awareness-the holidays can be tough!

Molly Abrokwah, LMFT, CCM

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December 12, 2024

3:00pm

“Supporting Transitional Aged Youth in Higher Education” -The Embark Program

Andrea Elam,MS, LPC, CPCS

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December 17, 2024

11:00am

Amerigroup Resource Fair Region 2

DeAnda Bruce, BS

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December 17, 2024

3:00pm

Understanding and Managing Depression during the Holidays

Teresa Bradley, LPC, CPCS, CARES, CCM, MAC, TF-CBT

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December 18, 2024

11:00am-12:30pm

Holiday Eating “The Healing Power of Food”

Andrea Elam, MS, LPC, CPCS

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December 19, 2024

11:00am

Self Care

Kathyrn R. Ricks, M.S

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All Children All Families: Field Forward

ovember 2024 Edition
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All Children - All Families Field Forward newsletter heading; Subtitle reads Moving Forward to Full LGBTQ+ Inclusion
 

It has been two weeks since the election and as HRC President, Kelley Robinson (she/her), noted, we may feel “heartbroken, but [we are] not broken.” 

While there will undoubtedly be challenges in the years to come in the fight for LGBTQ+ equality, the All Children – All Families (ACAF) team can assure you that our work to support LGBTQ+ children, youth and families will persist. ACAF will continue to show up for LGBTQ+ children, youth and families involved in the child welfare system, and for the child welfare professionals working to establish safety, permanency, and well-being for the community.

Over the next year and beyond, the All Children  – All Families program and the Human Rights Campaign at large will be releasing resources and providing opportunities for engagement, so please stay tuned and be sure to check out the Facing the Future Together resource page below. 

 
Facing the Future Together: FAQs, Guidance, and Resources

Many in our community are experiencing the heaviness of recent events and a range of emotions including fear, anger, sadness, grief, hopelessness, and exhaustion. These emotions are real, and we feel them too. No matter the circumstances, our community is in this together. Though the path ahead may be uncertain, we remain committed to a future where everyone is seen, heard, and valued.

The Human Rights Campaign and our community have weathered many storms together, including a previous Trump administration, and we will show up and are with you. We are moving forward together in resistance and resilience. We know the challenges ahead and we are confident that we have time to prepare.

You may be wondering, “What should I do right now?” You are not alone — we have heard this question countless times from our members and supporters across the country. We have created THIS RESOURCE PAGE to answer some of your most pressing questions post-election. The information that follows is general guidance and information that can help each person and each family make decisions that feel right for them, but it is not legal advice. We strongly encourage you to seek expert advice about your particular situation from your own healthcare provider and/or legal counsel.

To access the resource webpage, click HERE.

To access the downloadable resource guide directly, click HERE.

Additional support resources for LGBTQ+ Communities can be found below (links are not live through the digital image included).

 
Reflecting on
National Adoption Month
 
The Power of Acceptance: Honoring National Adoption Month

 

This National Adoption Month, we are taking time to raise awareness about adoption through foster care while also highlighting the significant overrepresentation of LGBTQ+ youth in the child welfare system. LGBTQ+ youth deserve supportive and stable forever homes, and we know that a key contributor to improved health outcomes for these youth is the affirmation and support of their sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.

Every one of us can play a role in providing affirming support to LGBTQ+ youth in the foster care system. In celebration of this year’s National Adoption Month theme of “Honoring Youth: Strengthening Pathways for Lasting Bonds”, we are delighted to share the story of Bo*, an LGBTQ+ young person from TLC Child & Family Services, a longtime partner of the ACAF program. 

Please visit HRC’s blog to listen to Bo’s story about the impact of acceptance and affirmation on their life.

This National Adoption Month, and all days beyond, we encourage you to commit to ensuring every young person has at least one affirming and supportive adult in their life.  

*Name changed for privacy reasons.

 
Resource Spotlight: National Adoption Month 2024 Webinar from ACF

This year’s National Adoption Month Celebration webinar hosted by the Children’s Bureau features a variety of child welfare professionals and lived experience experts discussing the significance of cultivating lifelong connections for older youth and diving into the ways in which folks can learn from adolescents and young adults to better meet their needs. 

With presentations from the Quality Improvement Center on Engaging Youth in Finding Permanency (QIC-EY) and a moderated roundtable on “Youth, Family, and Professional Voices and Perspectives”, this webinar provides an excellent opportunity to tune in to the most current conversations around providing safety, permanency, and well-being to youth in the child welfare system.

You can watch the webinar HERE

 
Resource Spotlight: Stories & Resources from AdoptUSKids

AdoptUSKids, a national project that works to ensure children, teens, and young adults in foster care find safe, loving, and permanent homes, provides educational support and resources to prospective foster and adoptive parents via their AdoptUSKids Blog. Below are links to just a few resources that you may find helpful. 

  • The Adoption Journey of Brian and Jarrod: This article follows the adoption journey of Brian and Jarrod, two prospective foster dads who discover the joys of parenting a young teen despite initial skepticism. Read how the couple grew to become vocal proponents of older youth adoption, and how their son is working to “show other teens in foster care that they are extraordinary people who can achieve their dreams” by clicking HERE

  • The Navigating Adoption Podcast: Tune into this six-part series that features a plethora of real adoptive families and adoption experts as they discuss the unexpected rewards of adopting a teen from foster care. You can listen by clicking HERE

  • Sibling Bonds: Three Families Share Their Stories of Adopting Siblings: This blog post features the stories of three families who navigated the unique and rewarding journey of sibling foster care and adoption. Read more about their experiences by clicking HERE

 
Resources for Supporting Youth During the Holidays
 
Othermothered: The Importance of Chosen Family During the Holidays

Join the Youth Well-Being Team on Wednesday, December 11th from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET for the December edition of their monthly Project THRIVE webinar series, “Othermothered: The Importance of Chosen Family During the Holidays.”

The holidays can be hard for everyone, especially for LGBTQ+ youth who often have to navigate being around their family while masking their identities. Attendees will hear from a panel of “gay parents” aka othermothers who will provide tips on how to support youth during the holidays and beyond and ways to connect them with mentors who may become “gay” parents. Attendees will leave this webinar with an understanding of why these mentors are so important to LGBTQ+ youth and a new understanding of how to support the young people in their lives.

To register for the webinar, click HERE.

 
12 Ideas for Supportive Adults to Help a Young Person in Foster Care Through the Holidays

Published by FosterClub, this helpful guide covers a few ways folks can cultivate a supportive, affirming, and loving environment for foster youth during the holidays.

Learn 12 ways that you can provide support to youth in your care by clicking HERE.

 
Why the Holidays Can Be Hard & How to Make Them Better

As the holiday season fast approaches, this blog post from journalist and foster care youth advocate Jamerika Haynes-Lewis provides insight into the ways in which foster and adoptive families can help youth in their homes feel accepted and included during the holidays and beyond.

Read about six ways you can support foster and adoptive youth in your care by clicking HERE.

 
Additional Resource Highlights
“Daniel Really Suits You”: Trans Stories are Everyone’s Stories

Trans and non–binary teens face the same rites of passage into adulthood as everyone else does, and live far more relatable lives than anti-LGBTQ+ bullies would have you believe. That’s the key message of “Daniel Really Suits You,” a video campaign that follows Daniel, a trans youth, as he navigates the landmarks of young adulthood such as learning how to shave and parallel parking the family car.

Through the lens of Daniel’s life, we see that trans stories are everyone’s stories. Watch the full video HERE, as well as the 15s and 30s versions.

 
Connect with other Programs at HRC Foundation

In addition to HRC Foundation’s work in child welfare, we also have programs focused on supporting LGBTQ+ youth in preK-12 schools, higher education, and more! Check out some of their resources: 

  • Youth Well-Being

    • Project THRIVE is a multi-year national campaign of organizations that collaborate to create more equitable, inclusive support systems and communities for LGBTQ+ youth. As part of that campaign, we offer the Youth Well-Being newsletter as a benefit to support youth-serving professionals, families, and caregivers. Subscribe HERE.

  • Welcoming Schools

    • Stay up-to-date on the latest Welcoming Schools resources and events by signing up to receive our monthly newsletter.  Welcoming Schools is changing lives for ALL preK-12 students by empowering educators with the skills and confidence to create LGBTQ+ inclusive schools. Subscribe HERE.

  • HBCU Program (Historically Black Colleges & Universities)

    • Pride on the Yard highlights and explores issues impacting Black LGBTQ+ affairs and culture, particularly at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This quarterly publication from HRC’s HBCU Program is designed to be a resource showcasing current events, educational opportunities, and tangible toolkits that ultimately benefit all higher education institutions…from students to faculty/staff, their families and surrounding communities. Sign-Up today and find out why we have Queer HBCU Pride! Subscribe HERE

 
ACAF Program Updates:

The Online Learning Archive will shut down on Monday, December 2nd as we fully transition to the HRC LEARN platform. Gain access to exclusive ACAF webinar trainings and track your progress by creating a free account today using THIS LINK and access code NA.


Resource Spotlight:

Welcoming Schools’ Post Election Educator Resource Guide: The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Welcoming Schools program has compiled a list of 10 actions that all classroom educators and school staff can do to support LGBTQ+ children, youth and families. To learn what steps you can take immediately, as well as additional ways you can engage and provide support, click HERE

 

December
Observances


December – Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month

12/1 – World AIDS Day

12/2 – Special Education Day

12/5 – International Volunteer Day

12/8 – Pansexual Pride Day

12/10 – Human Rights Day

12/20 – International Human Solidarity Day

12/21 – National Homeless Persons’ Awareness Day (National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day)
 
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Amerigroup November 2024 Webinars

November is National Adoption Month. “Adoption is about much more than achieving legal permanency. It’s about building connections that provide support and a sense of belonging for young people throughout their lives. Children and youth who have faced difficult or traumatic experiences during childhood especially need stable support systems, as social connections are protective factors that bolster young people as they transition to adulthood and move through life. This year’s National Adoption Month theme, “Honoring Youth; Strengthening Pathways for Lasting Bonds,” highlights the importance of helping youth identify and nurture those relationships.” https://www.acf.hhs.gov/

WEBINARS, TRAINING, & COLLABORATION

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming webinars and training sessions. These events are meticulously crafted to provide valuable learning experiences that cater to a diverse audience. Additionally, our interactive format encourages open dialogue, allowing participants to engage with speakers and peers alike. We believe that continuous learning is key to growth, and we are dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching environment for all attendees. This is your chance to invest in yourself and unlock a brighter future. Seize the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive with Amerigroup!

Date & Time

Webinar/Training Title

Host/Presenter

Registration Link

November 5, 2024

11:00am

Georgia Families 360°℠  Special Education & Supports

Ronald Dunham, BS

Register Here!

November 5, 2024

3:00pm

Understanding Substance Related Disorders

Teresa Bradley, LPC, CPCS, CARES, CCM, MAC, TF-CBT

Register Here!

November 6, 2024

3:00pm

MENTAL CARE, PHYSICAL CARE, DENTAL CARE, INTERACTIVE TRAINING, 24/7 ACCESS

Patrick Aaron-Brown, MSW, LCSW, Lead GA, DBT Trained

Register Here!

November 7, 2024

11:00am

Georgia Families 360°℠ EPSDT & Medical Consents and Timelines

Kathyrn Ricks, MS

Register Here!

November 7, 2024

1:00pm-4:00pm

Long Term Effects of Domestic Violence (2.5 CE hrs.)

Andrea Elam, MS, LPC, CPCS

Register Here!

November 11, 2024

11:00am

Understanding Asthma

Shilloy Bates, MHR

Register Here!

November 12, 2024

11:00pm

Georgia Families 360°℠ EPSDT & Medical Consents and Timelines

Ronald Dunham, BS

Register Here!

November 12, 2024

1:00pm

Understanding Substance Related Disorders

Teresa Bradley, LPC, CPCS, CARES, CCM, MAC, TF-CBT

Register Here!

November 12, 2024

5:00pm

Career Development Series #5: Employment Expo-Getting to the Bag!

Employment Specialist

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November 13, 2024

3:00pm

Understanding and Managing Diabetes

Patrick Aaron-Brown, MSW, LCSW, Lead GA, DBT Trained

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November 14, 2024

11:00am

Georgia Families 360°℠ Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)

Kathyrn Ricks, MS

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November 18, 2024

1:00pm

Understanding Asthma

Shilloy Bates, MHR

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November 18, 2024

6:00pm-7:30pm

Grooming Decoded : What Every Adult Needs to Know

Teresa Bradley, LPC, CPCS, CARES, CCM, MAC, TF-CBT

Register Here!

November 20, 2024

1:00pm

Amerigroup GF360° Region 13 Virtual Resource Fair

Cristina Brown, BS

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November 20, 2024

3:00pm

Join Our Heartfelt Webinar on Seasonal Wellness and Caregiver Support

Patrick Aaron-Brown, MSW, LCSW, Lead GA, DBT Trained

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November 21, 2024

9:00am-12:00pm

Long Term Effects of Domestic Violence (2.5 CE hrs.)

Andrea Elam, MS, LPC, CPCS

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November 21, 2024

11:00am

Adoption Conversations with Teens Adoption and Guardianship Support TAGS-BRAVE

Kathyrn Ricks, MS

Register Here!

November 26, 2024

11:00am

Amerigroup Presents: Let’s Foster Together with Barbara Weatherington

Ronald Dunham, BS

Register here!

Amerigroup October 2024 Webinars

Invitation to Our Monthly Webinars and Training Sessions

 

WEBINARS, TRAINING, & COLLABORATION

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming webinars and training sessions. These events are meticulously crafted to provide valuable learning experiences that cater to a diverse audience. Additionally, our interactive format encourages open dialogue, allowing participants to engage with speakers and peers alike. We believe that continuous learning is key to growth, and we are dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching environment for all attendees. This is your chance to invest in yourself and unlock a brighter future. Seize the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive with Amerigroup!

Date & Time

Webinar/Training Title

Host/Presenter

Registration Link

October 8, 2024

11:00am

Georgia Families 360°℠ EPSDT & Medical Consents and Timelines

Ronald Dunham

Register Here!

October 8, 2024

5:00pm

Career Development Series: Interviewing Tips & Techniques-Mastering Your Interview -Series #3

Employment Specialist

Register Here!

October 9, 2024

11:00am

Region 10 Resource Fair

Clarice Farrell

Register Here!

October 9, 2024

1:00pm

Understanding Grief

Patrick Aaron-Brown

Register Here!

October 10, 2024

11:00am

Georgia Families 360°℠ EPSDT & Medical Consents and Timelines

Kathyrn Ricks

Register Here!

October 15, 2024

11:00am

Dental Webinar

Ronald Dunham

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October 16, 2024

1:00pm

Foster Care and Depression Awareness!

Patrick Aaron-Brown

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October 21, 2024

6:00pm

Creating Space for Domestic Violence Survivors to do Brave Things

Teresa Bradley

Register Here!

October 22, 2024

10:00am

Q4 COMMUNITY FORUM – AWARENESS TO ACTION: DISMANTLING BIAS IN MATERNAL AND INFANT HEALTHCARE™

Teresa Bradley

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October 23, 2024

3:00pm

PTSD: Let’s Heal the Past and Embrace the Future!

Patrick Aaron-Brown

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October 24, 2024

11:00am

Adoption Conversation

Kathyrn Ricks

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October 29, 2024

11:00am

Bullying

Ronald Dunham

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Partner to Parenting September Happenings

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P2P News

9/4/2024

Webinar: Movin’ Up! Planning Your Child’s Successful Transition at Age 3

Thursday, September 5, 2024 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

For more information and to register for the webinar

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Webinar: ¡Moviéndose! Planificación del éxito de su hijo

Transición a los 3 años!

Jueves 5 de septiembre de 2024

12:00 p. m. – 1:00 p. m.

Para obtener más información y registrarse en el seminario web

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Webinar: Online Workshop for Parents & Caregivers: Transitioning to Adult Healthcare

Thursday, September 12, 2024

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

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Webinar: Keys to Help Your Teen Get a First Job

Thursday, September 12, 2024

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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Upcoming Amerigroup GF360 Training’s

July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the mental health needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities.

 

Fists being raisedUnity in Health: Celebrating Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Wellness

Q3 Virtual Community Forum

Date/time: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Presenters: BIPOC Mental Health Providers

 

Join us as we honor BIPOC communities and their journey towards holistic well-being. Through education, support, and unity, we empower individuals to thrive and achieve health equity. Together, let’s celebrate diversity and promote wellness for all click here to register.

 

Two cups of coffee on wooden tableUnity in Health: Celebrating Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Wellness

Table Talk Discussion

Date/time: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST

Hosts: Teresa Bradley, Clinical Trainer and Chanda Floyd-Bryant, Foundations Training Lead

 

Immediately following our virtual community forum, join us for Table Talk 360°, where we will have an intentional and mindful discussion about Unity in Health: Celebrating BIPOC Wellness.   This is a safe space for open dialogue, support, and introduction of resources the community can add to their individual toolbox click here to register.

 

Paper head with rainbow gearsUnderstanding Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Date/time:  Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST

Host: Teresa Bradley, LPC, MAC, TF-CBT, CPCS, CCM

 

In this training, participants will gain a general understanding of PTSD.  This training will provide a definition of PTSD, overview of how trauma can lead to PTSD, common causes and traumatic events, symptoms of PTSD, implications of PTSD, diagnosis of PTSD, treatment approaches for PTSD, Self-Care strategies for PTSD. Participants will also learn how to create a supportive environment for loved ones with living with PTSD click here to register.

 

 

Weekly Mindful Moment: To quickly release tension and bring a sense of calm.
 

1. Find a Comfortable Position:

   – Sit or stand comfortably with your feet flat on the ground.

   – Close your eyes or soften your gaze.

 

2. Take Five Deep Breaths:

   – Inhale slowly and deeply through your nose, counting to four.

   – Hold the breath for a count of four.

   – Exhale slowly and completely through your mouth, counting to six.

   – Pause for a moment before the next breath.

 

3. Focus on the Breath:

   – With each inhale, imagine breathing in calm and peace.

   – With each exhale, imagine releasing tension and stress.

 

4. Notice Your Body:

   – As you breathe, notice any areas of tension in your body.

   – With each exhale, consciously relax those areas.

 

5. End with Intention:

   – After the fifth breath, take a moment to set a positive intention for the rest of your day.

   – Open your eyes, feeling refreshed and centered.

 

This brief mindful moment can be practiced anytime you need a quick reset or a moment of calm during your day.  Be sure to join me for Discovering Serenity Within: A Mindful Flow Experience on Wednesday, July 17th from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM click here to register.  Chanda

 

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