Learn how toxic stress and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) impact health and outcomes. Discuss trauma and disproportionality.  Understand how trauma affects children, adults, caregivers, and child welfare professionals. Discuss practical strategies for applying trauma-informed knowledge and care. Presented by: Janaea Combs, MA,LPC
“One hundred and thirty-six days. According to the CDC, children ages 11-14 spend an average of 9 hours a day in front of a screen. That totals to 136 days in a year, nearly half a year, that is being spent in front of a screen. Learn more on Screen Time Addiction & Intervention—particularly what […]
This presentation outlines the signs of and prevalence of trafficked youth. Presented by: Molly Abrokwah, Amerigroup
Fostering is supposed to be temporary and the emotional bonds that are created can be long lasting. Let's talk about barriers and tactics when it comes to supporting your child in being reunited with his/her birth family. Presented by: Chena Blanchard, Come ready to share your experiences. *All Participants should RSVP separately using their own […]
Having a healthy identity is critical for children and young adults in their overall growth and development, it is even more important for adoptees. Identity formation for adoptees is a complex process that involves reflecting on their adoption experience and integrating it into a personal narrative. Adoptees must consider what being adopted means to them within their […]
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 […]
Learn more about anxiety in children and teens from signs, symptoms and defining the various types. Participants will discuss treatment modalities and the impact of anxiety on children. Resources will be provided on how to parent a child with anxiety-related issues. Presented by: Tina Neese, Ed.D., LPC
It can be stressful to be a teenager in today's society. Young people are facing pressures from social media, peer influence, identity development, mental health challenges, and more. Join this session to learn some tips to help you identify what is going on with your teenager and how to help them navigate that rollercoaster.
Let's talk about indicators of grief and how to deal with grief. 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.
The training "Best Practices When Advocating for Youth Facing School Discipline" addresses the disproportionate impact of disciplinary actions on youth in foster care, who historically face 3-4 times as many consequences as their peers. This frequent disciplinary action often leads to academic setbacks, including lower grades, increased absenteeism, and a higher likelihood of dropping out. […]
In order to resolve conflicts, individuals must understand when and why conflict resolution is needed, uncover stereotypes, manage anger in conflict situations, and be willing to create win-win situations. Module Four: Resolving Conflicts provides an overview of effective conflict resolution strategies, including identifying conflict triggers, the role of emotions in conflicts, and ways to reduce […]
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 […]
