BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Georgia Center for Resources and Support - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gacrs.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Georgia Center for Resources and Support REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220421T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220421T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220307T175924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T180146Z UID:17598-1650565800-1650571200@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Event: Building Self-Esteem: Part I Children from Birth to 10 DESCRIPTION:This presentation will focus on how to assess the level of self-esteem in the children in your care while also providing effective interventions caregivers can  implement to help build a child’s self-worth and self-confidence. The goal is to provide information that can help children blossom into positive\, self-assured children. \n\nAll Participants should RSVP even if they will be listening on the same device.\nComplete the Pre-Test Prior to the training\n\n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-event-building-self-esteem-part-i-children-from-birth-to-10/ LOCATION:Region 1\, Atlanta\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/susan-holt-simpson-H7SCRwU1aiM-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220425T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220425T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220321T202653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T202744Z UID:18586-1650888000-1650891600@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Dangers of Social Media- Part 2 DESCRIPTION:This virtual training is designed to provide participants information on the dangers that social media poses to teens and young children. Part two of this training will focus on sexting and cyberbullying. \nPresented by: Leslie Anderson\, Adoption Resource Advisor \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-dangers-of-social-media-part-2/ LOCATION:Region 9\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/jeremy-bezanger-6sYIzD5akr4-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220425T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220425T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220418T161412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T162509Z UID:19873-1650911400-1650915000@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Discipline with Dignity DESCRIPTION:Training will discuss the follow topics: \n\n Physical punishment and how it relates to conflicts with others\nEffective discipline helps the child learn self-control\nBenefits of consequences as it relates to teaching responsibility\nEffective discipline methods\n\nPresented by: \nEssie Sims BA Edu\,  M.S Edu \nSpecialist\, Early Childhood EDU URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-discipline-with-dignity/ LOCATION:Region 11\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/eye-for-ebony-zQQ6Y5_RtHE-unsplash-scaled-e1650299008240.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220426T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220426T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220301T021155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T021155Z UID:17323-1650999600-1651003200@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Webinar: A Roof Over My Head DESCRIPTION:A glimpse of how foster families are opening their homes to youth. With so much uncertainty in a foster child’s life\, it is up to the foster parent to create an environment that allows the youth to feel safe\, comfortable and accepted. This webinar will explore how there’s no set way to create a welcoming environment and how you can make subtle changes that make a big difference. \nPresented by: Janae Roberts\, MPH\, CHES \n*All Participants should RSVP separately even if they will be listening on the same device. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/webinar-a-roof-over-my-head/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/scott-webb-1ddol8rgUH8-unsplash-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-a-roof-over-my-head/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220428T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220428T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220307T203551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T204123Z UID:17615-1651147200-1651150800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Cafe Chat- A Parent to Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:Join GACRS for a monthly virtual adoption support group- Café Chats. This event is for adoptive families who share one thing\, the journey of adoption.  And while adoption is rewarding it also has challenges.  GACRS wants to provide a virtual platform for you to exchange information and learn from one another. It’s also your opportunity to share your experiences\, what’s in your heart\, the challenges\, and the success of parenting an adopted child or children.  Please see the event calendar for specific dates of each Café Chat- An Adoption Support Event. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/cafe-chat-a-parent-to-parent-support-group-3/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cafe-chats.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/?post_type=courses&p=17611&preview=true END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220428T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220428T194500 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220303T223347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T215913Z UID:17488-1651172400-1651175100@gacrs.org SUMMARY:REAL TALK on Anger DESCRIPTION:GACRS is offering a Monthly Virtual Adoption Support Group featuring a New Topic each month presented by a trained adoption clinician.  Real Talk is a non-therapeutic conversational experience about issues relevant to adoptive families. It is not presented as a time of therapy; it is for informational purposes only. \nJoin L. Kathryn Smith in discussion about Anger. What it is\, how parents see it reflected in the behavior of the children they are parenting\, what their own triggers of angry feelings are\, and how to express (or help someone else) express it in healthy ways \nCome ready to share your experiences. \n*All Participants should RSVP individually even if you will be participating on the same device. \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/real-talk-on-anger/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Real-Talk-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/real-talk-on-anger/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220505T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220505T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220321T001802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T150349Z UID:18562-1651752000-1651755600@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Reactive Attachment Disorder and the Challenges DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the challenges that come when a child has not been able to securely bond with a caregiver.  Join us to hear Ms. Houze speak from her own experience and provide some education on supports for these families struggling to connect and build a healthy bond. \nFeaturing \nHeather Houze\, COO/Advocate URL:https://gacrs.org/event/webinar-reactive-attachment-disorder-and-the-challenges/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/reactive-attachment-disorder.webp ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-reactive-attachment-disorder-the-challenges/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220512T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220512T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220307T201327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T201327Z UID:17608-1652380200-1652385600@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Building Self-Esteem: Part II Pre-Adolescents and Adolescents DESCRIPTION:This presentation will help caregivers understand how to engage adolescents in conversations and activities to determine current levels of self-esteem while also providing interventions for this age group filled with pre-teens and teens who are   trying to “find themselves.” It will help caregivers understand how to help adolescents reset from a negative mindset to a more neutral or positive mindset. \n*All Participants should RSVP separately even if they will be listening on the same device.  \n*Please complete the pre test prior to the training. \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-building-self-esteem-part-ii-pre-adolescents-and-adolescents/ LOCATION:Region 1\, Atlanta\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/pawel-czerwinski-7dVBX9ecSzQ-unsplash-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220516T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220516T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220409T231801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T145348Z UID:19567-1652727600-1652731200@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Parenting Well: Mothering Moods\, Memories and Myths DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day is celebrated annually on the second Sunday of May. It’s a day full of love\, flowers\, and celebration of mothers for most. But for many\, Mother’s Day can be a difficult reminder of mother loss\, strained relationships\, or unmet needs. This session will highlight the following: \n· Complications in mothering relationships \n· Reflections on being mothered and mothering; and \n· Aligning the needs of mothers and the needs of children. \nParenting Well is a mental health and wellness educational and supportive space for foster\, adoptive and kinship parents. Parenting Well focuses on the well-being of caregivers including their mental\, emotional\, and psychological health. It is not therapy but will provide psychoeducational information and strategies to help improve mental wellness. \nPresented by: \nDianne Kelly\, MS\, LPC \nAll Participants should RSVP separately \n  \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/parenting-well-mothering-moods-memories-and-myths/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/parenting-well-website-image-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/parenting-well-post-pandemic-metal-wellness-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220517T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220517T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220320T233915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T010712Z UID:18553-1652814000-1652819400@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Setting Age-Appropriate Boundaries and Consequences DESCRIPTION:Description:  \nWhat are Boundaries? \n What are Consequences? \n Why are Boundaries and Consequences  \nImportant? \n Why is it important for Boundaries and \nConsequences be age appropriate? \nFeaturing: \nTeresa Wright-Johnson Founder \nZaria’s Song and The Younger Years and  Beyond \nCertified Mental Health Trainer And Facilitator \n*All Participants should RSVP separately even if you will be listening on the same device. \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-setting-age-appropriate-boundaries-and-consequences/ LOCATION:Region 14\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/kevin-butz-wN56Bsh_Kfc-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220518T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220518T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220514T014836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T022823Z UID:21369-1652875200-1652878800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: The Impact of Trauma on Behavior DESCRIPTION:This virtual training is designed to provide participants information on how trauma plays a role in behavior. \nAll participants should RSVP separately. \nPresented by: \nNatasha Hope-Moriarty\,  LMSW \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-the-impact-of-trauma-on-behavior/ LOCATION:Region 7\, GA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/timothy-eberly-2JV3dbrFt-Y-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220518T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220518T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220420T025819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T200551Z UID:19936-1652900400-1652904000@gacrs.org SUMMARY:REAL TALk on Core Issues in Adoption Pt. 1 DESCRIPTION:GACRS is offering a Monthly Virtual Adoption Support Group featuring a New Topic each month presented by a trained adoption clinician.  Real Talk is a non-therapeutic conversational experience about issues relevant to adoptive families. It is not presented as a time of therapy; it is for informational purposes only. \nJoin Chena Blanchard in this Two-Part discussion about the Core Issues in Adoption. (Loss\, Rejection\, Shame/Guilt\, Grief\, Identity\, Intimacy\, & Mastery/Control) Whatever the Journey that led you to adopt you may still have some unresolved feelings. Your experiences are valid and can help others through their Journy’s. We invite you to join us to dive into some of these core issues. \nPresented by: Chena Blanchard \n*All Participants should RSVP separately using their own accounts. \nThere is no pre test for this training. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/real-talk-on-core-issues-in-adoption/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Real-talk-6-core-issues-in-adoption-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/real-talk-on-anger-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220519T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220427T133154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T205101Z UID:20349-1652986800-1652990400@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Strategies for Parenting in Transracial Adoption DESCRIPTION:CLASS FULL\nThis presentation will provide attendees with strategies for parenting in transracial adoptions. Adoptive parents will learn ways to support their child’s development of positive racial identity and survival skills to function in a multicultural society. \nPRESENTER: \nERICA SLOCUM\, Regional Adoption Coordinator \nState Adoption Unit/MPLD Fellow \n\nAll Participants should register separately even if you will be listening together. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/strategies-for-parenting-in-transracial-adoption/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/interacial-adoption.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220523T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220523T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220518T155819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T165123Z UID:21623-1653330600-1653334200@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Resiliency and Coping: A Guide for Helping Families DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explore the physical mental\, emotional\, and behavior reactions to stress and trauma.  Resiliency is the process of adapting well in the face of adversity\, trauma\, tragedy\, threats\, or other significant sources of stress.  Resiliency is the capacity to bounce back.  Participants will also understand resilience and the six domains of resilience.  By the end of the session\, participants will have some practical activities to help youth build resilience skills. \n*All Participants should RSVP even if you will be listening on the same device.  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-resiliency-and-coping-a-guide-for-helping-families/ LOCATION:Region 8\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/rajiv-perera-fXkoHG4dYxA-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220525T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220419T162259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T165602Z UID:19916-1653505200-1653508800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Webinar: The Dangers of Social Media DESCRIPTION:This virtual training is designed to provide participants information on the dangers that social media poses to teens and young children. Participants will be given information on those dangers as well as tips and tools to monitor their children’s internet usage. \n\nAll Participants should RSVP individually even if you will be listening on the same device.\n\nPresented by: \nLeslie Anderson \nAdoption Resource Advisor URL:https://gacrs.org/event/webinar-the-dangers-of-social-media/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/internet-e1644871204752.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/virtual-regional-training-the-dangers-of-social-media-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220526T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220526T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220410T001031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220410T001031Z UID:19580-1653591600-1653595200@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Cafe Chats: A Parent to Parent Support Group- May 2022 DESCRIPTION:Join GACRS for a monthly virtual adoption support group- Café Chats. This event is for adoptive families who share one thing\, the journey of adoption.  And while adoption is rewarding it also has challenges.  GACRS wants to provide a virtual platform for you to exchange information and learn from one another. It’s also your opportunity to share your experiences\, what’s in your heart\, the challenges\, and the success of parenting an adopted child or children.  Please see the event calendar for specific dates of each Café Chat- An Adoption Support Event. \nAll Participants should RSVP separately URL:https://gacrs.org/event/cafe-chats-a-parent-to-parent-support-group-may-2022/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cafe-chats-e1639670955914.jpg LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/cafe-chats-a-virtual-parent-to-parent-support-group-2-2-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220606T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220606T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220409T234538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T234538Z UID:19574-1654542000-1654545600@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Parenting Well: Mind and Body Stress Management Practices DESCRIPTION:Parenting Well is a mental health and wellness educational and supportive space for foster\, adoptive and kinship parents. Parenting Well focuses on the well-being of caregivers including their mental\, emotional\, and psychological health. It is not therapy but will provide psychoeducational information and strategies to help improve mental wellness. \nThis session will focus on tips and tools to manage stress and anxiety using body and mind centered practices. Participants will learn about and practice various somatic and meditative practices during the session. \nFacilitator:  Dianne Kelly\, MS\, LPC \nDianne Kelly is a licensed professional counselor in private practice. She has extensive professional experience in child welfare as well as personal lived experience as a  parent\, stepparent\, and relative caregiver. \n*All participants should RSVP separately even if you will be listening on the same device. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/parenting-well-mind-and-body-stress-management-practices/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/parenting-well-website-image-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/parenting-well-post-pandemic-metal-wellness-2-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220608T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220608T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220502T145059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T222059Z UID:20556-1654714800-1654718400@gacrs.org SUMMARY:EPCAT Presents: CSAM Prevention Program Parent Workshops- A 3 Part Series DESCRIPTION:RSVPing for this event RSVP’s you for all 3 \nECPAT-USA Presents: \nCSAM Prevention Program Parent Workshops \nA Free\, Virtual\, and Interactive 3-Part Series Covering: \n\nYou and Online Safety\nManaging Difficult Conversations\nUtilizing the Community as a Resources\n\nUpon Completing all 3 workshops\, participants receive a $25 gift card! Provide by ECPAT. You must attend all 3 workshops to receive the gift card. Workshops are on June 8\, 15 and 22nd. \nBe sure to RSVP by clicking RSVP and then “Finish”. All Participants must RSVP separately to qualify for the gift card. You only need to RSVP for the first event to be signed up for all 3. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/epcat-presents-csam-prevention-program-parent-workshops-a-3-part-series/2022-06-08/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ECPAT.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/tZwkc-yurDMrHNUNE7umBxRb5QsCsTqyUpSk/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGgpz8vHNadsR-GRpw-HY-gZ-7zplxcgo1osjqyFi1xejH0Y9NREaFLAcHl END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220609T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220609T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220418T145052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T150655Z UID:19856-1654799400-1654804800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Self-Care Strategies for Resilience DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, we will learn a variety of ways to use mindfulness to practice better self-care and build resiliency. In the process\, we will discover how this effort can increase our capacity to be more fully present – with ourselves\, with our children\, and with others in our lives. Through a combination of instructional material\, discussion\, and simple mindfulness exercises\, participants will be offered some practical tools and skills they can start using right away.  Self-care is the fuel we need to supply energy to navigate effectively through our lives and build resiliency to prevent burn-out in our relationships. \nPresented by: \nAngela Smith. LPC \n*All Participants should RSVP separately and complete Pre-test Prior to training URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-self-care-strategies-for-resilience/ LOCATION:Region 1\, Atlanta\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/maddi-bazzocco-TOZqUHD8L38-unsplash-scaled-e1641927076787.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220614T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220614T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220531T192410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T145224Z UID:22108-1655208000-1655213400@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Grief and Loss DESCRIPTION: Grief is a deep sadness following a death or loss.  How can you as parents best support a child and yourself through this difficult and challenging time?  \n This Session will cover how children grieve differently than adults and the basic tasks of mourning.  \nAll Participants should RSVP Separately \nPlease complete the Pre Test Prior to the training by clicking the pre/post test and join meeting button and then Start Lesson. \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-grief-and-loss-3/ LOCATION:Region 13\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/mike-labrum-fvl4b1gjpbk-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220614T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220614T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220426T152555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220604T190058Z UID:20228-1655233200-1655236800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Roles and Responsibilities of the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) DESCRIPTION:Every child in dependency proceedings SHALL be appointed a Guardian Ad Litem. So what is a GAL required to do by law in the best interest of the child? What should a GAL do as best practice? Join to learn about and discuss the roles and responsibilities of the GAL. \nPresented by \nJudge Ashley Wilcott \n*All Participants should register Separately even if you will be listening on one device. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/webinar-roles-and-responsibilities-of-the-guardian-ad-litem-gal/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/tingey-injury-law-firm-nSpj-Z12lX0-unsplash-scaled-e1654369247403.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-circle-of-care-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220616T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220616T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220420T031406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T031406Z UID:19945-1655406000-1655409600@gacrs.org SUMMARY:REAL TALK on Core Issues in Adoption Pt. 2 DESCRIPTION:GACRS is offering a Monthly Virtual Adoption Support Group featuring a New Topic each month presented by a trained adoption clinician.  Real Talk is a non-therapeutic conversational experience about issues relevant to adoptive families. It is not presented as a time of therapy; it is for informational purposes only. \nJoin Chena Blanchard in this Two-Part discussion about the Core Issues in Adoption. (Loss\, Rejection\, Shame/Guilt\, Grief\, Identity\, Intimacy\, & Mastery/Control) Whatever the Journey that led you to adopt you may still have some unresolved feelings. Your experiences are valid and can help others through their Journy’s. We invite you to join us to dive into some of these core issues. \nPresented by: Chena Blanchard \n*All Participants should RSVP separately using their own accounts. \nThere is no pre test for this training. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/real-talk-on-core-issues-in-adoption-pt-2/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Real-talk-7-core-issues-in-adoption-pt-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/?post_type=courses&p=19940&preview=true END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220623T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220623T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220410T002013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T124007Z UID:19586-1655985600-1655989200@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Cafe Chats: A Parent to Parent Support Group- June DESCRIPTION:Join GACRS for a monthly virtual adoption support group- Café Chats. This event is for adoptive families who share one thing\, the journey of adoption.  And while adoption is rewarding it also has challenges.  GACRS wants to provide a virtual platform for you to exchange information and learn from one another. It’s also your opportunity to share your experiences\, what’s in your heart\, the challenges\, and the success of parenting an adopted child or children.  Please see the event calendar for specific dates of each Café Chat- An Adoption Support Event. \nAll Participants should RSVP separately. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/cafe-chats-a-parent-to-parent-support-group-june/ CATEGORIES:Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cafe-chats-e1639670955914.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/?post_type=courses&p=19582&preview=true END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220627T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220627T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220426T182654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T223713Z UID:20234-1656356400-1656360000@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Circle of Care DESCRIPTION:Having a Trauma-Informed Lens in the Home. Empathy is not just a skill; it’s a broad and deep sense of care and humanity—and that’s what we need to develop in children. When a youth discloses an experience that may have caused trauma\, you as a guardian have to be prepared in your reaction. This webinar will showcase how to communicate\, accept\, and validate these emotions in others providing a safe\, open\, trauma-informed home. \nPresented by: \nJanae Roberts\, MPH\, CHES \n*All Participants should RSVP separately even if you will be listening on the same device. \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/webinar-circle-of-care/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/circle-of-safety-scaled-e1654369128279.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-circle-of-care/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220628T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220628T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220601T132600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T191507Z UID:22149-1656439200-1656442800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Financial Planning for Your Special Needs Child DESCRIPTION:This virtual training is designed to provide participants information on the importance of financial planning for special needs children. Topics will include; wills\, special needs trust\, naming a guardian\, naming a trustee\, life insurance\, and building your savings \nPresented by: Jeff Anderson\, ABJ URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-financial-planning-for-your-special-needs-child/ LOCATION:Region 12\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sharon-mccutcheon-8lnbXtxFGZw-unsplash-1-scaled-e1654369063604.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220628T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220628T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141017 CREATED:20220622T201425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220622T202136Z UID:22912-1656444600-1656448200@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Knowing When to Ask for Help And How To Utilize Mental Health Services DESCRIPTION:Training will discuss the follow topics: \n\nStressors of Caregivers  \n\n\nThe importance of MH services\n How to Navigate through services and resources\nMH through a child’s point of view\n\nPresented by: \nMario Mitchell\, BA\,  M.S Psy. \nMental Health Counselor URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-knowing-when-to-ask-for-help-and-how-to-utilize-mental-health-services/ LOCATION:Region 10\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/brett-jordan-erLrY4aKztg-unsplash-scaled-e1655928657365.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220629T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220629T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141018 CREATED:20220621T133401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T184447Z UID:22842-1656529200-1656532800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Care: A Guardianship Caregiver Event DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self-Care offers and overview of why self-care is especially important for Guardian Caregivers.   We will discuss different ways to apply self-care principals in daily living. \n  \nPresented by: \nShanta Hayes\, LMSW \nMindfulness and Self-Care Coach \nFounder and CEO of SL Hayes Group\, LLC URL:https://gacrs.org/event/mindful-self-care-a-guardianship-caregiver-event/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/maddi-bazzocco-TOZqUHD8L38-unsplash-scaled-e1641927076787.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqfuGrpzMrGNz8DrkxqtGtSxY2Rkkmbc4J END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220707T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220707T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141018 CREATED:20220518T164350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T165109Z UID:21643-1657220400-1657225800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Building Resiliency in Children DESCRIPTION:Resilience is the ability to recover from difficulties and children more than ever\, need to develop resilience in today’s world. This session will cover the seven character traits that develop resistance and how you can best nurture it. \nAll Participants should RSVP even if you will be listening on the same device. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-building-resiliency-in-children/ LOCATION:Region 3\, Altanta\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pexels-ann-h-6980526-scaled-e1631631336676.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220712T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220712T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141018 CREATED:20220604T184426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220604T184920Z UID:22264-1657627200-1657630800@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Heart-Centeredness\, Neurobiology of Love\, and Heart Rate Variability - To Ease The Stressed Brain." DESCRIPTION:Learn about the serious science behind the Neurobiology of Love; explore the healing power of Heart-Centeredness of parents\, teachers\, and children; learn what Heart Rate Variability is and how it can impact your child’s learning\, growth\, and development. Walk away from this training with solid knowledge\, skills\, and insight to use your power of Love and Heart-Centeredness as a practical scientific and technical tool to boost your child’s behavior\, mood\, mental wellbeing\, and development. \nPresented by: Darleen Claire Wodzenski\, MS ESE\, MA CMHC\, QPPE\, PhD\, LPC\, NCC \n*All Participants should RSVP separately. URL:https://gacrs.org/event/webinar-heart-centeredness-neurobiology-of-love-and-heart-rate-variability-to-ease-the-stressed-brain/ CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/milad-fakurian-58Z17lnVS4U-unsplash-1-scaled-e1654368616707.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org LOCATION:https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-heart-centeredness-neurobiology-of-love-and-heart-rate-variability-to-ease-the-stressed-brain/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220712T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20220712T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T141018 CREATED:20220706T145207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T155252Z UID:23489-1657650600-1657654200@gacrs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Regional Training: Trauma Systems Therapy DESCRIPTION:Training will discuss the follow topics: \n*Trauma effects \n*Shift thinking \n*Role of a caregiving team \n*Trauma Response \nPresented by: \nLaTanya Keaton\, LPC \nMental Health Therapist \n  URL:https://gacrs.org/event/virtual-regional-training-trauma-systems-therapy/ LOCATION:Region 11\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gacrs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/trauma-e1657121835284.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Georgia Center for Resources and Support":MAILTO:info@gacrs.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR