Georgia Center for Resources and Support

Webinar: Impact of Social Media and Technology on Today's Children; For Guaridanship Families
2023-09-06 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-impact-of-social-media-and-technology-on-todays-children-for-guardianship-families/
Our society has embraced digital technology and the children have been targeted in the process. What are the pitfalls? What are the benefits? How can we shield Today’s Children from the negative side effects of social media and what are the positive outcomes within their reach?
Presented by:
Dr. Kiki M. Singletary-Williams
Kiki Michelle, LLC., Consultative Director

Get Real: Healthy Vs. Unhealthy Relationships: A Group for Teens ages 13-19
2023-08-30 07:00 - 20:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpfu6qqDgvE9Csu6J-TVE-OqYjxefyPlbH
Join Us as we Get Real about Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships. This Interactive monthly group will discuss the trials that teens face each day.
No ADULTS allowed!
ages 13-19
Lead by: Janae Roberts, MPH, CHES

Click Register below to register your teen and get the zoom link.

Webinar: Practical Ways to Engage with Children for Back to school for Dads
2023-08-29 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-practical-ways-to-engage-with-children-for-back-to-school-for-dads/
Research shows that engaged Fathers have a positive impact on school performance and success. During our workshop we will explore Seven Practical Strategies for Fathers to engage with children and youth returning to school. Fathers will be encouraged to share their experiences of approaches that have worked well in the past and discuss challenges in preparing children for a new school year.
Presented by: Darrell Green

Cafe Chats: A Virtual Parent to Parent Support Group: August 2023
2023-08-24 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/cafe-chats-a-virtual-parent-to-parent-support-group-july-2/
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.

Webinar: Parenting the Challenging Child while maintaining Attachment
2023-08-21 12:00 - 13:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-parenting-the-challenging-child-while-maintaining-attachment/
Parenting the Challenging Child While Maintaining Attachment.” This engaging and informative session aims to provide parents, caregivers, and professionals with practical strategies and insights to navigate the unique challenges of parenting difficult children while strengthening attachment bonds. Through evidence-based approaches, we will explore the importance of maintaining a secure attachment, managing challenging behaviors, promoting emotional regulation, and fostering resilience in both the child and the parent. Join us as we delve into a range of topics, including understanding attachment theory, effective communication techniques, self-care for parents, and fostering positive parent-child relationships.
Presented by: Shanta Hayes, MSW, LCSW, CFSW, CCTP

Virtual Regional Training: Anxiety
2023-08-17 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/virtual-regional-training-anxiety/
Anxiety disorders are common in children (affecting 1 in 8), but studies have shown that childhood anxiety has almost doubled since 2020, affecting at least 20% of children nationwide. For children in the foster care system, anxiety disorders are even more prevalent and sometimes symptoms are misunderstood as defiance and opposition. Learning the signs and symptoms and being prepared with techniques to manage anxiety better will help bring more relief for you and your child. Growing resilience and strengthening coping skills will help them to face challenges with more confidence and ease.
Presented by: Jenie Chritstopher, LPC, MC
*Please complete the Pre test priot to attending the training.

REAL TALK on Life Books
2023-08-16 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/real-talk-on-life-books/
Join us for a discussion about Life Books
Presented by:
Chena Blanchard
Come ready to share your experiences.
*All Participants should RSVP separately using their own accounts.
There is no pre-test for this training.

Webinar: Before there were Children, We were in Love!
2023-08-10 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-before-there-were-children-we-were-in-love/
A marriage enrichment training that allows coupes the intimate space to take the temperature of the marriage, recalibrate connectedness and develop practical tasks to begin falling in love again! Participate in fun ways to prioritize marriage over parenting and ward off the drifting, stalemate partnership of being miserably married. Let’s get back to love and being in love!
Presented by: Tawanda Scales, LMFT

Webinar: Attachment Styles
2023-08-09 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-attachment-styles/
What is Attachment? An attachment is an emotional bond that we form with another person. Attachments are formed in childhood with our primary/first caregivers. These attachments often dictate how we behave in our relationships with others. There are 4 attachment styles that will be discussed during this webinar: Secure attachment, Anxious attachment, Avoidant attachment, and Fearful Avoidant Attachment in which the latter 3 are considered to be insecure attachments. During this webinar, attendees will not only learn about attachment theory, but will also get an in depth understanding of the 4 attachment styles. Attendees will also learn strategies to strengthen and improve their attachment/bond with their child(ren) and others.
Presented by: Natasha Hope-Moriarty, LMSW

GET REAL-Back to School: Dealing with Social Anxiety: A group for Teens ages 13-19
2023-07-26 19:00 - 20:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtf--gqT0uGNcglaTVUEehm4WUL_9h8-tf
Join Us as we Get Real about Social Anxiety. This Interactive monthly group will discuss the trials that teens face each day.
No ADULTS allowed!
ages 13-19
Lead by: Janae Roberts, MPH, CHES

Click Register below to register your teen and get the zoom link.

Webinar: The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
2023-07-25 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-the-emotional-lives-of-teenagers/
Guardianship can be hard. Teenagers can be tough. Their hormones, brain development, trauma and circumstances all play into their daily landscape. Learn how to navigate, pivot and breathe!
Presented by:
Ashley Willcott, J.D.

For Guardianship Families: Parenting Time: Prepping for the School Year
2023-07-24 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/for-guardianship-families-navigating-guilt-shame-and-love-2/
Join us this month in a discussion about identifying needs, structure and routine, resources and support needed for success for our guardianship families.

Presented by:

Janae Combs M.A., LPC

A Good Life Counseling LLC

Cafe Chats: A Virtual Parent to Parent Support Group: July 2023
2023-07-20 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/cafe-chats-a-virtual-parent-to-parent-support-group-july/

Webinar: Moms Guide to Back to School
2023-07-19 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-moms-guide-to-back-to-school/
Back to school!
Ways to manage stress, schedules without burning out. We’ll look at ways to establish predictable stable and consistent schedules for your kids and establishing protective boundaries to keep from burning out. We’ll identify likely sources of burnout and what to do about it. We’ll discuss the challenges your kids may be facing as they adjust to having a schedule, missing their old schedule/old life and how to help you and them cope.
Presented by: Laura Cochling, M.Ed., LPC

Virtual Regional Training: Red Light! Green Light! Yellow Light!
2023-07-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Region 13, GA, United States
This class will address the positive and negative behaviors in life and how to shift your mindset between the lights. Learning how to STOP! GO! or be CAUTIOUS!
PLEASE JOIN US!!
Presented by:
Ms. Hope Darden,
BA, CPS-P & CEO
PINS-UP INC
Federation

Postponed to July 24 at 7pm-For Guardianship Families: Parenting Time: Prepping for the School Year
2023-07-18 12:00 - 13:00

Virtual Regional Training: Understanding ADHD
2023-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/virtual-regional-training-understanding-adhd/
This virtual training is designed to provide participants information on recognizing the symptoms of ADHD. Participants will be given information on treatment options and educational rights.
Presented by: Natasha Hope-Moriarty, LMSW
*Please be sure to complete the Pre Test prior to the training.

Webinar: Healthy and Effective Ways To Helping Parents Facilitate Sibling Connection
2023-07-13 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-healthy-and-effective-ways-to-helping-parents-facilitate-sibling-connection/
Sibling bonding is very important; however, it doesn’t happen automatically with biological siblings, foster or adoptive children. Approximately two-thirds of children in foster care in the United States have a sibling also in care which could potentially cause a child to feel alone or abandoned in their new home. Feeling abandoned and alone may create a high level of hesitancy in a child, making it difficult for them to create a connection with other children in a home. With that being said, it’s important for parents to understand that the process of bonding is the same whether it is bonding between biological siblings, foster siblings, foster parents and or other family members.
In addition, being related by blood doesn’t mean a bond will automatically happen. Sibling connections only take place with time and with parents being intentional about creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and loving environment. This webinar will give parents effective tips on how to create a home that facilitates and promotes sibling connection. The webinar will also give parents the pitfalls of not trusting the process and taking the microwave approach instead of the crock-pot approach.
Presented by: Natasha LaMarr, Ed.D, LPC, NCC

NEW DATE!!!! Healthy and Effective Ways To Helping Parents Facilitate Sibling Connection- Moved to 7/13
2023-07-12 19:00 - 20:00
This training has been moved to July 13. If you have previously registered, your registration has been transferred to the new date.

Webinar: Mindset and Money
2023-07-12 12:00 - 13:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-mindset-and-money/
Lisa Bailey discusses positive self-talk and taking intentional time managing money. She will go over:

Start Giving money management mindful consideration.
How to handle temptation buying and emotional spending.
How to make finances less stressful which in turn leads to a healthy mind.

Presented by: Lisa Bailey, Triple Money Management Matters, CEO

REAL TALK on How to Be Prepared to Respond to Other People's Comments About Being an Adopted Family
2023-07-11 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/real-talk-on-traumaandbrain-2-2-2/
Join us for a discussion about Preparing to Respond to Other People’s Comments about being and Adoptive Famiy.
Presented by:
Chena Blanchard
Come ready to share your experiences.
*All Participants should RSVP separately using their own accounts.
There is no pre-test for this training.

Kinship Group: Grief, Boundaries and Predictability
2023-06-28 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/following-court-rules-during-kinship-care/
Discussion topics will include:
-Grief (mourning the adult child you thought you had vs the adult child that is currently present in your life)
– Grief for the kids (discussing the impact/loss on the kinship kids in your care)
-Healthy boundaries without conflict (what are the issues that come up with this, how to practice saying no to your kids/Kin and the kinship children in your care)
(sub-topic- kids’ access to phones, social media and how does this impact how you protect them)
– What does it mean to be predictable, stable and consistent?
Presented by:
Laura Cochling, M.Ed., LPC
LAC Therapy, LLC

Webinar: The Impact of Abuse on Child Development
2023-06-27 12:00 - 13:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-the-impact-of-abuse-on-child-development/
Trauma in early developmental stages has an impact on a child’s brain and cognitive development, even increasing the risk for continued trauma down the road. We’ll discuss the impact trauma can have on brain/cognitive development, social and emotional development as well as academic achievements and identify ways as a foster parent you can support these youth through education and continued skills training. Although it will take time, research has shown that caregivers who are attentive to the needs of the child, model positive relationships, and are open to collaborating with other trauma-focused resources, can help these children/youth overcome adversity and promote healthier and improved outcomes for children and their families.
Presented by: Jenie Christopher, MS, LPC

Cafe Chat: A Parent to Parent Support Group: Being a Change Agent- A discussion on advocating for our children
2023-06-22 12:00 - 13:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/cafe-chats-a-virtual-parent-to-parent-support-group-june/

REAL TALK on Building Trust
2023-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/real-talk-on-traumaandbrain-2-2/
Join us for a discussion about Building Trust
We are here to offer suggestions and support.
Presented by:
L. Kathryn Smith, LCSW
Come ready to share your experiences.
*All Participants should RSVP separately using their own accounts.
There is no pre-test for this training.

Webinar: What Documentation do I need and How do I get it? For Guardianship Famiies
2023-06-21 12:00 - 13:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-what-documentation-do-i-need-and-how-do-i-get-it-for-guardianship-parenting/
There are 2 different types of guardianship/custody of children in Georgia: 1. Through Probate Court; and 2. Through Juvenile Court. This webinar will distinguish the two and provide a list of steps to obtain each.
Presented by: Ashley Willcott, J.D, C.W.L.S
There is no pretest for this training.

For Guardianship Families: Navigating the Experiences of Guilt, Shame and Love
2023-06-20 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/for-guardianship-families-navigating-guilt-shame-and-love/
Help parents be able to identify negative thoughts, feelings and behaviors they may see in their children and how to help kids redirect and replace them with better ways of thinking. Explain how trauma is linked to reducing the feelings of shame, guilt, and anxiety.
Discuss the power of LOVE and how it helps encourage change and healing.

Presented by:

Janae Combs M.A., LPC

A Good Life Counseling LLC

Regions 14 : Cafe Chats: School is out for the Summer, but not parenting
2023-06-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Region 14, GA, United States
DATE: JUNE 15, 2023
FROM 7:00- 8:00 PM
Join GACRS for a monthly virtual adoption support group- Café Chats. This event is for adoptive families who live in REGION 14: 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.
This month’s topic is: School is out for the Summer, but not parenting.
What can I as a parent do to prepare for changes in family schedules and stressors? Let’s Chat!
SELECT ENROLL NOW AND THEN RETURN TO THIS PAGE TO JOIN THE MEETING ON JUNE 15!

Webinar: What Documentation do I need and How do I get it? For Guardianship Parenting
2023-06-14 12:00 - 13:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-what-documentation-do-i-need-and-how-do-i-get-it-for-guardianship-parenting/

Webinar: ADHD What is it? & Hope To Cope!
2023-06-13 19:00 - 20:00 | https://gacrs.org/courses/webinar-adhd-what-is-it-hope-to-cope/
In this workshop, we will discuss:

Signs & Symptoms of ADHD
When, Where & How To Get Help
Coping & Supports
And the other side THE Gifts of ADHD

Presented by, Teresa Wright Johnson, CPSP, FPM
Connector, Speaker, Trainer, Coach
