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SUMMARY:Transfer Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Transfer Tuesdays at the UK College of Social Work\nThinking about transferring to the University of Kentucky? We’re making it easier to take the next step with Transfer Tuesdays. These are special application days where transfer students can apply with a completely waived application fee. \nWhether you’re exploring a future in Social Work\, Criminal Justice\, or another path through the College of Social Work\, Transfer Tuesdays are a great opportunity to begin your journey and save on application costs. \nEligible transfer students can submit their application at no cost on these select Transfer Tuesday dates. \nOur team is here to help you navigate the transfer process\, answer questions\, and connect you with information about our academic programs and opportunities at UK. \nReady to learn more? Explore transfer information and program details by contacting us and take the next step toward becoming part of the UK community. \nStart your transfer journey with us. We can’t wait to welcome you to UK.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/transfer-tuesday/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:College Events
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SUMMARY:The Gathering Spot
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Spot is a great NEW way to meet other kinship caregivers from the comfort of your own home and has been designed to be a spot where you can come for as long as you have time to meet other kinship caregivers\, make a friend or two and gain valuable information to help you in your kinship journey. \nThis is not a support group\, this is a virtual meeting space designed to connect caregivers together and create a kinship community\, so that you can learn about important resources or information essential in your kinship journey. \nFacilitator: Meet Lory Scarberry\, your Gathering Spot facilitator! She and her husband have been kinship caregivers for more than six years. They received custody of their granddaughter and a year later\, their grandson. Caring for two children who are medically fragile brought about many unexpected challenges but mostly joy. After the death of the children’s mother\, their daughter\, in 2021\, the placement became permanent. While this brought on another level of challenges\, they have navigated each new day as a family through love. Lory is also KY-KINS Peer Support Specialist. \nLory believes her virtual kinship support community was an integral part of navigating her journey and shared that “The friendships I forged through my kinship community not only helped me in my time of need but some of them became lifelong friends that are still an active part of my life.” \nRegister on the CoSW LMS website. \n\nThis connection meeting is offered every week on Tuesday at 12 pm EST.  Come and get connected!!
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/the-gathering-spot-6/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T103000
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SUMMARY:Navigating Challenging Behaviors: Understanding and Responding with Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the keys to compassionate caregiving with our comprehensive training: “Navigating Challenging Behaviors: Understanding & Responding with Compassion.” Tailored for foster and adoptive parents\, this program offers invaluable insights and practical strategies to effectively manage difficult behaviors with empathy and understanding. Gain the confidence and skills needed to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Join us on this transformative journey towards building stronger\, healthier relationships with your child. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine and identify challenging behaviors in various contexts.\nGain insight into the underlying causes of challenging behaviors\, including\npsychological\, emotional\, and environmental factors.\nDevelop effective communication skills to de-escalate tense situations and build\npositive relationships with individuals exhibiting challenging behaviors.\nBe equipped with self-care strategies to manage the emotional toll associated\nwith working with individuals exhibiting challenging behaviors.\nExplore and implement positive behavioral support strategies to promote long-term behavior change and enhance the overall well-being of children.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/navigating-challenging-behaviors-understanding-and-responding-with-compassion-3/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T130000
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SUMMARY:Kinship Connections: Kin Raising Kin
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aunt\, uncle\, cousin\, sister\, or brother raising a relative?\nYou’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself. Raising children as a relative (other than a grandparent) comes with its own unique challenges. Aunts\, uncles\, cousins\, and siblings often face different struggles than grandparents—whether it’s juggling work and parenting at various stages of life\, blending kinship children with your own kids\, or adjusting to the sudden changes in your family dynamic. \nThat’s why we created Kinship Connections: Kin Raising Kin Group—a welcoming space designed specifically for relatives who are not grandparents. This group focuses on the needs\, challenges\, and strengths that matter most to you\, offering a place to share experiences\, find encouragement\, and connect with others who truly understand your perspective. \nThis group is led by Janie Murphy\, a seasoned Kinship Care provider with over two decades of lived and professional experience supporting children and families through complex transitions. Janie is concerned in helping children by understanding their behaviors and practicing restorative care. As a caregiver\, Janie facilitates compassionate guidance when things can feel very uncertain—offering stability\, affirmation\, and support. Janie believes the kinship caregiver needs to be supported and encouraged to be their own family advocate. \nREGISTER HERE \nThis group meets every Wednesday at 12 PM EST through zoom and is a great time to meet other caregivers raising relative children. Join us for supportive time to talk and bring your lunch! We are excited to meet you!
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kinship-connections-kin-raising-kin-2/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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SUMMARY:Practicum Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Launch your social work career through your practicum experience—formerly known as field education. Attend an information session to learn about the process\, opportunities\, and support available as you prepare for hands-on learning in real-world settings. \nThe UK College of Social Work is affiliated with approximately 3\,000 agencies across the United States\, offering flexible placements in schools\, hospitals\, with advocacy groups\, and in many other settings. During your placement\, you will gain valuable experience\, build your professional network\, and have the opportunity to explore specialized paths\, including clinical social work\, child welfare\, and substance use recovery. \nAt the UK College of Social Work\, students drive their practicum journey\, with the ability to select or propose placement sites that align with their goals. Advising and mentorship are built in to help you succeed before and after graduation. \nRegister for an information session to learn how your practicum experience will support your goals and open doors to meaningful\, impact-driven work. \nREGISTER HERE \n\n*Attendees should register for virtual Practicum Info Sessions in advance. All times are EST. Sessions occur on Wednesdays at either noon or 3:00 (they are not offered when the University of Kentucky offices are closed\, and classes are not in session).
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/practicum-info-session-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:College Events,Info Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T130000
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UID:10026344-1782997200-1782997200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:BASW Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Are You Wildly Passionate About Social Work?\nExplore the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) program during an online info session. \nREGISTER HERE \nThe UK Difference\nGraduates from our program are uniquely poised to enter a competitive job market and make the most of forecasted growth within the social work profession. \nOur recent graduates are working in hospitals\, community-based non-profits\, K-12 schools\, universities\, residential treatment programs\, the criminal justice system\, and more. \n\n\n\nAnywhere\, Anytime\nWhether you choose on-campus or online\, you’ll receive the same high-quality support and service from our renowned faculty and staff. \n\n\n\n\n\nReal-World Experience\nWith access to more than 1\,000 practicum placement opportunities\, you’ll gain on-the-job experience before you graduate. \n\n\n\n\n\nGlobal Perspectives\nTake advantage of opportunities to study abroad\, engage in service learning\, and complete the Diversity Certificate. \n\n\n\n\n\nStrategic Academic Advising\nOur advisors are overseen by a licensed social worker\, providing you with a forward-looking career perspective throughout your educational journey.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/basw-info-session-8/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:College Events,Info Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T150000
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UID:10026341-1783000800-1783004400@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Undergraduate Criminal Justice Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Pursue your Passion for the Greater Good \nExplore College of Social Work’s newest Criminal Justice program during our online info session!   \nREGISTER HERE \nThe UK Difference \nGraduates from our program are uniquely prepared to enter a competitive job market and make the most of forecasted growth within a wide range of career paths\, including law enforcement\, corrections\, victim advocacy\, cybercrime\, homeland security and more.  \n  \n\n\n\nAnywhere\, Anytime\nWhether you choose on-campus or online\, you’ll receive the same high-quality support and service from our renowned faculty and staff.  \n\n\n\n\n\nReal-World Experience\nWith access to thousands of placement opportunities and connections across the Nation\, you’ll get pertinent on-the-job experiences before you graduate.  \n\n\n\n\n\nShaping the Future\nThis program is the perfect environment to nurture your passion for Criminal Justice and help you achieve your academic and career goals. Join us in shaping a brighter future for the field and making a positive impact on society!
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/undergraduate-criminal-justice-info-session-20/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:College Events,Info Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T160000
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SUMMARY:MSCJ Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we discuss the Master of Science in Criminal Justice program! This info session will be held virtually over Zoom. \nPlease register below and select the appropriate date in the drop down menu. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/mscj-info-session-24/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:College Events,Info Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T193000
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SUMMARY:The Gathering Spot – Thursday Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Spot is a great NEW way to meet other kinship caregivers from the comfort of your own home and has been designed to be a spot where you can come for as long as you would like to meet other kinship caregivers\, make a friend or two\, and gain valuable information to help you in your kinship journey! \nThis is not strictly a support group\, this is a virtual meeting space designed to connect caregivers together and create a kinship community\, so that you can learn about important resources or information essential in your kinship journey. \nFacilitator: Meet Christy Vincent\, your Gathering Spot facilitator! Christy has been a kinship caregiver since 2017\, when she began caring for her grandson. Christy reports this journey has been both the “most challenging and most rewarding experience” she has had in her life. Christy is passionate about kinship care and wants all kinship caregivers to know they are not alone in this journey and\, even though it can be stressful\, can walk this journey with joy\, excitement\, and love. Christy is a certified KY-KINS Peer Support Specialist and her goal is to ensure kinship caregivers have all the resources they need to feel supported and empowered! \nThis connection meeting is offered every week on Thursdays at 6:30 pm EST.  Come and get connected!! \nRegister on the CoSW LMS website
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/the-gathering-spot-thursday-meeting/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160202Z
CREATED:20260611T141534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160202Z
UID:10026468-1783020600-1783026000@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Helping Your Child Make Healthy and Positive Choices: Talking to Teens and Preteens
DESCRIPTION:Helping Your Child Make Healthy & Positive Choices: Talking to Teens & Preteens will teach foster and adoptive parents the importance of open and ongoing dialogue with their preteen or teen about the tough issues they will face throughout their adolescent years\, with the goal being to help their child to begin making healthy choices early in life. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nArticulate the importance of initiating dialogue early on with their preteen or teen about tough issues and setting healthy limits.\nIdentify practical ways to approach communication about tough topics\, such as sex\, drug/alcohol and violence and identify common signs that a child may need professional help in dealing with issues.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/helping-your-child-make-healthy-and-positive-choices-talking-to-teens-and-preteens-6/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160202Z
CREATED:20260611T141750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160202Z
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SUMMARY:Services and Support for Foster and Adoptive Families
DESCRIPTION:Services & Support for Foster & Adoptive Families will inform parents about resources available to individuals with intellectual disabilities through the Michelle P. Waiver Program\, which allows eligible individuals to remain in their homes with services and supports. In addition\, participants will learn about SSI\, finding biological parents\, and the importance of planning for independent living for foster youth. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the Michelle P. Waiver Program and Social Security (SSI) benefits.\nUtilize available resources and independent living services offered through the Cabinet for Health and Family Services for youth aging out of care.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/services-and-support-for-foster-and-adoptive-families-6/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160202Z
CREATED:20260611T142333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160202Z
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SUMMARY:Guiding Your Child Through Adolescence
DESCRIPTION:Guiding Your Child Through Adolescence explores the physical and emotional changes that children undergo as they enter adolescence. Parents will discuss how parental roles change during this period of their child’s development. Strategies for successfully communicating with children during adolescence are provided. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify physical and emotional changes that children experience as they enter adolescence.\nDiscuss how parental roles and communication strategies change during a child’s adolescence.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/guiding-your-child-through-adolescence-4/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTSTAMP:20260528T144050Z
CREATED:20260528T144050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T144050Z
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SUMMARY:2026 UK DSW Rez Week
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow DSW students for a student-led Residency Week experience in Lexington\, Kentucky. This optional gathering offers opportunities to connect with classmates\, build community\, explore Lexington and make the most of your time together outside of scheduled academic activities. \nLearn more and connect with other attendees on Facebook.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/2026-uk-dsw-rez-week/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160202Z
CREATED:20260611T142605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160202Z
UID:10026471-1783360800-1783366200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Transracial Parenting: Ages 12-18
DESCRIPTION:Transracial Parenting: Ages 12-18 explores the unique experiences of transracial foster/adoptive families and examines developmental stages of racial identity development in youth ages twelve to eighteen. The training provides strategies on how to handle situations brought about by racism and views within society on transracial families.\nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nDiscuss racial and self-identity development in youth ages 12-18 years old.\nUtilize strategies to discuss racism with maturing children.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/transracial-parenting-ages-12-18/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160202Z
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SUMMARY:New Placements: Preparing and Adjusting Family Roles (
DESCRIPTION:New Placements: Preparing & Adjusting Family Roles will help foster and adoptive parents introduce new placements into their existing family units. It gives ideas and strategies on how to prepare children and family already in the home to best welcome a new foster or adoptive child. It also describes challenges children already in the home (biological\, foster\, adoptive\, step\, etc.) may be confronted with when a new child is introduced into the nuclear family. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nPrepare their family to welcome a new foster or adoptive placement into their existing family structure. \nUtilize strategies to address and overcome perceived challenges felt by children already in their home as well as new placements to make the transition smoother. \n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/new-placements-preparing-and-adjusting-family-roles-4/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T130000
DTSTAMP:20260626T161037Z
CREATED:20260506T193350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T161037Z
UID:10025275-1783425600-1783429200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:The Gathering Spot
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Spot is a great NEW way to meet other kinship caregivers from the comfort of your own home and has been designed to be a spot where you can come for as long as you have time to meet other kinship caregivers\, make a friend or two and gain valuable information to help you in your kinship journey. \nThis is not a support group\, this is a virtual meeting space designed to connect caregivers together and create a kinship community\, so that you can learn about important resources or information essential in your kinship journey. \nFacilitator: Meet Lory Scarberry\, your Gathering Spot facilitator! She and her husband have been kinship caregivers for more than six years. They received custody of their granddaughter and a year later\, their grandson. Caring for two children who are medically fragile brought about many unexpected challenges but mostly joy. After the death of the children’s mother\, their daughter\, in 2021\, the placement became permanent. While this brought on another level of challenges\, they have navigated each new day as a family through love. Lory is also KY-KINS Peer Support Specialist. \nLory believes her virtual kinship support community was an integral part of navigating her journey and shared that “The friendships I forged through my kinship community not only helped me in my time of need but some of them became lifelong friends that are still an active part of my life.” \nRegister on the CoSW LMS website. \n\nThis connection meeting is offered every week on Tuesday at 12 pm EST.  Come and get connected!!
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/the-gathering-spot-6/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T220000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160852Z
CREATED:20260610T141813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160852Z
UID:10026444-1783458000-1783461600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Support Group with Sheila
DESCRIPTION:ASK-VIP Support Groups are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents in an inclusive\, safe\, and compassionate environment. They are led by seasoned facilitators who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption. If you’re seeking an opportunity to share resources\, suggestions\, frustrations and successes with those who share the unique experience of fostering and adoption\, ASK-VIP is for you! \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this support group. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this support group\, each person must register separately. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this support group or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/support-group-with-sheila-5/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260626T190225Z
CREATED:20260506T194755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T190225Z
UID:10025717-1783512000-1783515600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Kinship Connections: Kin Raising Kin
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aunt\, uncle\, cousin\, sister\, or brother raising a relative?\nYou’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself. Raising children as a relative (other than a grandparent) comes with its own unique challenges. Aunts\, uncles\, cousins\, and siblings often face different struggles than grandparents—whether it’s juggling work and parenting at various stages of life\, blending kinship children with your own kids\, or adjusting to the sudden changes in your family dynamic. \nThat’s why we created Kinship Connections: Kin Raising Kin Group—a welcoming space designed specifically for relatives who are not grandparents. This group focuses on the needs\, challenges\, and strengths that matter most to you\, offering a place to share experiences\, find encouragement\, and connect with others who truly understand your perspective. \nThis group is led by Janie Murphy\, a seasoned Kinship Care provider with over two decades of lived and professional experience supporting children and families through complex transitions. Janie is concerned in helping children by understanding their behaviors and practicing restorative care. As a caregiver\, Janie facilitates compassionate guidance when things can feel very uncertain—offering stability\, affirmation\, and support. Janie believes the kinship caregiver needs to be supported and encouraged to be their own family advocate. \nREGISTER HERE \nThis group meets every Wednesday at 12 PM EST through zoom and is a great time to meet other caregivers raising relative children. Join us for supportive time to talk and bring your lunch! We are excited to meet you!
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kinship-connections-kin-raising-kin-2/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260602T174940Z
CREATED:20250626T205701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T174940Z
UID:10026404-1783522800-1783526400@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Practicum Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Launch your social work career through your practicum experience—formerly known as field education. Attend an information session to learn about the process\, opportunities\, and support available as you prepare for hands-on learning in real-world settings. \nThe UK College of Social Work is affiliated with approximately 3\,000 agencies across the United States\, offering flexible placements in schools\, hospitals\, with advocacy groups\, and in many other settings. During your placement\, you will gain valuable experience\, build your professional network\, and have the opportunity to explore specialized paths\, including clinical social work\, child welfare\, and substance use recovery. \nAt the UK College of Social Work\, students drive their practicum journey\, with the ability to select or propose placement sites that align with their goals. Advising and mentorship are built in to help you succeed before and after graduation. \nRegister for an information session to learn how your practicum experience will support your goals and open doors to meaningful\, impact-driven work. \nREGISTER HERE \n\n*Attendees should register for virtual Practicum Info Sessions in advance. All times are EST. Sessions occur on Wednesdays at either noon or 3:00 (they are not offered when the University of Kentucky offices are closed\, and classes are not in session).
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/practicum-info-session-2/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:College Events,Info Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T161037Z
CREATED:20260506T195108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T161037Z
UID:10025978-1783621800-1783625400@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:The Gathering Spot – Thursday Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Spot is a great NEW way to meet other kinship caregivers from the comfort of your own home and has been designed to be a spot where you can come for as long as you would like to meet other kinship caregivers\, make a friend or two\, and gain valuable information to help you in your kinship journey! \nThis is not strictly a support group\, this is a virtual meeting space designed to connect caregivers together and create a kinship community\, so that you can learn about important resources or information essential in your kinship journey. \nFacilitator: Meet Christy Vincent\, your Gathering Spot facilitator! Christy has been a kinship caregiver since 2017\, when she began caring for her grandson. Christy reports this journey has been both the “most challenging and most rewarding experience” she has had in her life. Christy is passionate about kinship care and wants all kinship caregivers to know they are not alone in this journey and\, even though it can be stressful\, can walk this journey with joy\, excitement\, and love. Christy is a certified KY-KINS Peer Support Specialist and her goal is to ensure kinship caregivers have all the resources they need to feel supported and empowered! \nThis connection meeting is offered every week on Thursdays at 6:30 pm EST.  Come and get connected!! \nRegister on the CoSW LMS website
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/the-gathering-spot-thursday-meeting/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T200000
DTSTAMP:20260626T161037Z
CREATED:20260506T195326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T161037Z
UID:10026232-1783623600-1783627200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Mary Jo Dendy’s Kinship Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is an opportunity for kinship caregivers to come together to find support\, community\, and resources in the care of relative and fictive children. This group will focus on the day to day issues involving relative and fictive kin care and will be shaped by the identified needs of group participants. This Group is open to any kinship caregiver and we welcome you to attend! This Support Group will meet monthly on the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm . \nIf you have any questions about this event\, please email sheila.rentfrow@uky.edu or KINmaryjodendy@gmail.com or call 859-257-4785. \nRegister on the CoSW LMS website.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/mary-jo-dendys-kinship-group-2/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160201Z
CREATED:20260615T171337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160201Z
UID:10026473-1783706400-1783711800@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Understanding and Coping with Sensory Processing Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Understanding and Coping with Sensory Processing Challenges provides parents with tools to engage and work with children who display sensory processing challenges. Parents will learn what Sensory Processing Disorder is and become familiar with the various sensory systems. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand types of sensory differences\nIdentify strategies that help with various sensory differences\nIdentify parental tasks for a child with sensory differences\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/understanding-and-coping-with-sensory-processing-challenges-6/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160201Z
CREATED:20260615T180433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160201Z
UID:10026475-1783765800-1783771200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Cyberbullying
DESCRIPTION:Cyberbullying is a training that explores what cyberbullying entails\, warning signs that a child may be a victim of it\, and its harmful effects. Statistics on cyberbullying are examined and reasons for cyberbullying behavior in children and youth are discussed. Strategies designed to protect children and youth from becoming a victim of cyberbullying are provided. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the signs of a child\, teen or young adult being cyberbullied or engaging in cyberbullying behavior.\nArticulate appropriate steps if a parent suspects a child or youth in their home is being cyberbullied or exhibiting cyberbullying behavior.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/cyberbullying-3/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T223000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160201Z
CREATED:20260615T180230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160201Z
UID:10026474-1783803600-1783809000@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Sibling Attachment and Adoption
DESCRIPTION:Sibling Attachment & Adoption provides parents with tools to promote healthy sibling relationships in foster and adoptive families. Parents will explore different ways in which families are formed and learn tips on helping children to explain blended families (biological\, adopted\, foster and step) when the need arises. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nArticulate different ways children may become siblings and view sibling relationships.\nApply tools to facilitate healthy relationships between siblings\, regardless of how these relationships were formed.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/sibling-attachment-and-adoption-5/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160201Z
CREATED:20260615T180729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160201Z
UID:10026476-1783879200-1783884600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Memories and Meaningful Family Traditions for Blended Families
DESCRIPTION:Creating Memories & Meaningful Family Traditions for Blended Families will inform parents of triggers children in their home may have and what they can do as parents to help create new memories that will add to their healing process. This training will also discuss activities and ideas for creating memories and new family traditions with the new children in their home to help create a positive family unit. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nCreate family traditions to foster a sense of belonging with children in their home.\nUnderstand the importance of shared memories with children and how recording and remembering aids in their healing.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/creating-memories-and-meaningful-family-traditions-for-blended-families-5/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260626T161037Z
CREATED:20260506T194217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T161037Z
UID:10025530-1783944000-1783947600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Grandparent’s Connection
DESCRIPTION:Grandparent’s Connection is a supportive gathering created just for grandparents raising grandchildren. This group offers a welcoming space to share experiences\, find encouragement\, and connect with others who understand the joys and challenges of kinship care. Together\, we’ll celebrate successes\, explore helpful resources\, and build a strong circle of support so no one feels alone on this journey. Whether you’re seeking guidance\, support\, community\, or simply a listening ear\, Grandparent’s Connection is here for you. \nThis group will meet the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month at 12:00 PM EST (noon).  We look forward to meeting you!! \nFacilitator Angel Hayes is a grandmother raising her teenage grandson who enjoys creative projects such as painting\, scrapbooking\, drawing\, etc. and loves to meet and support others walking the kinship journey. \nRegister on the CoSW LMS website
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/grandparents-connection/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160201Z
CREATED:20260615T181240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160201Z
UID:10026477-1783965600-1783971000@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Learning to Communicate: Developing Social Skills
DESCRIPTION:Learning to Communicate: Developing Social Skills will equip parents to understand the process of communicating with children\, teaching children to communicate with adults and peers\, and developing interpersonal social skills. It offers strategies and ideas to help parents and children communicate with each other more effectively and offers strategies to help children in care specifically. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nUtilize strategies to assist children in developing effective communication skills and communicate with their children more effectively.\nArticulate types of social skills and assist children in developing these skills.\n\nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/learning-to-communicate-developing-social-skills-4/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T170000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160201Z
CREATED:20260615T181433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160201Z
UID:10026478-1784016000-1784048400@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Parenting a Child with an Invisible Disability
DESCRIPTION:Join our comprehensive training designed specifically for foster and adoptive parents to equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively support children affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Led by our expert ASK liaisons\, this training covers essential topics such as understanding FASD\, recognizing its symptoms\, implementing strategies for managing behavior\, accessing resources and support networks\, and promoting positive outcomes for children with FASD. With practical insights and evidence-based approaches\, this training empowers parents to provide nurturing environments and tailored care for children with FASD\, fostering resilience and optimal development. \nASK-VIP trainings are expressly designed to meet the needs of foster and adoptive parents. Skilled trainers who have lived experiences with fostering and adoption provide these trainings in a virtual group setting. There is 1.5 hours of ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit available for Kentucky’s foster parents. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this training. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this training\, each person must register separately. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the meeting and each attendee’s participation. Training credit is only available if you have not participated in this training within the past twelve months. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-parenting-a-child-with-an-invisible-disability-8/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T130000
DTSTAMP:20260626T161037Z
CREATED:20260506T193350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T161037Z
UID:10025276-1784030400-1784034000@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:The Gathering Spot
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Spot is a great NEW way to meet other kinship caregivers from the comfort of your own home and has been designed to be a spot where you can come for as long as you have time to meet other kinship caregivers\, make a friend or two and gain valuable information to help you in your kinship journey. \nThis is not a support group\, this is a virtual meeting space designed to connect caregivers together and create a kinship community\, so that you can learn about important resources or information essential in your kinship journey. \nFacilitator: Meet Lory Scarberry\, your Gathering Spot facilitator! She and her husband have been kinship caregivers for more than six years. They received custody of their granddaughter and a year later\, their grandson. Caring for two children who are medically fragile brought about many unexpected challenges but mostly joy. After the death of the children’s mother\, their daughter\, in 2021\, the placement became permanent. While this brought on another level of challenges\, they have navigated each new day as a family through love. Lory is also KY-KINS Peer Support Specialist. \nLory believes her virtual kinship support community was an integral part of navigating her journey and shared that “The friendships I forged through my kinship community not only helped me in my time of need but some of them became lifelong friends that are still an active part of my life.” \nRegister on the CoSW LMS website. \n\nThis connection meeting is offered every week on Tuesday at 12 pm EST.  Come and get connected!!
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/the-gathering-spot-6/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T190000
DTSTAMP:20260626T160852Z
CREATED:20260610T142311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160852Z
UID:10026445-1784052000-1784055600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Foster/Adoptive Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:ASK-VIP LGBTQ+ Foster/Adoptive Parent Support Groups are specifically designed for foster/adoptive parents who identify as LGBTQ+ as well as foster/adoptive parents who are caring for children or teens who identify as LGBTQ+. The groups offer an opportunity to share experiences\, questions\, resources\, and concerns in a safe and compassionate environment. These groups are led by a seasoned foster/adoptive parent facilitator who understands firsthand issues unique to the LGBTQ+ community. \nCreate an account or log-in to register for this support group. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is needed to participate. If there are two adults in the same household that want to participate in this support group\, each person must register separately. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this support group or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/lgbtq-foster-adoptive-parent-support-group-15/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS\, 619 Patterson Office Tower\, Lexington\, KY\, 40506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centers & Labs
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