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 […]
Impact of trauma on child development Recognizing trauma triggers Building safety, trust, and connection Trauma-responsive discipline Presented by: Janae Combs, MA, LPC
This is a space where teens and caregivers come together to listen, learn, and grow. Here, every voice matters. We believe in sharing without judgment, respecting different perspectives, and finding […]
Join us for Foster and Adoptive Parent Support, networking, and training on Friday, March 6, 2026.  Dinner & Childcare will be provided. Dinner 6:00-6:30pm. Training 6:30pm-8:30pm Please click on the link […]
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 […]
Join us for a group discussion on the Emotional Toll of careing for another persons child. Managing guilt, resentment, or isolation Presented by Laura Cochling, M.Ed., LPC
This is a space where teens and caregivers come together to listen, learn, and grow. Here, every voice matters. We believe in sharing without judgment, respecting different perspectives, and finding […]
 This practical, hands-on workshop helps foster parents understand why sleep difficulties are so common for children with trauma and disrupted attachment—and what to do about it. Participants will learn trauma- and attachment-informed strategies to reduce bedtime anxiety, build felt safety, and respond effectively to night wakings. Foster parents will leave with concrete tools, routines, and […]
Helping children understand their story Maintaining sibling connections Managing divided loyalties Presented by: Janae Combs, MA, LPC
Series Goals and Value Proposition The most critical resource for adoptive and foster parents is the authentic, lived experience of adopted individuals. This series provides a structured environment to analyze common emotional and relational challenges through the eyes of those who have experienced them. 4-Part Session Breakdown (60 Minutes Each) The four one-hour sessions are […]
Every child deserves a sanctuary where they are free to grow into their authentic self. This session equips foster parents with the practical tools and advocacy strategies necessary to build a truly affirming home where LGBTQIA+ youth can feel safe, seen, and supported. Presented by: Brian "Bo" Becker
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 […]
