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SUMMARY:A Guide to Coping with Allegations
DESCRIPTION:A Guide to Coping with Allegations explores the prevalence of false allegations of abuse and neglect amongst foster homes and reasons such allegations may arise. Strategies for preventing false allegations are shared and tools for successful documentation are provided. Strategies for navigating false allegations and related investigations are also explored. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nUtilize strategies for preventing false child abuse and neglect allegations.\nIdentify appropriate strategies to navigate false child abuse and neglect allegations and related investigations.\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/a-guide-to-coping-with-allegations-6/
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SUMMARY:Connecting with Your Child While Correcting Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Connecting with Your Child While Correcting Behavior introduces parents to strategies to use to help them feel connected to children while correcting difficult behaviors. Parents will learn how to connect while also understanding the child’s history and also empowering them in the process. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nParticipants will learn the 3Ds by focusing their correction on behaviors with the goal being compliance. ​\nParticipants will understand the 3 c’s and how to achieve those by connecting while correcting. ​\nParticipants will understand the four levels of response and strategies for correcting behaviors. ​\nParticipants will understand how the child’s history impacts themselves and the child.\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/connecting-with-your-child-while-correcting-behavior-5/
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UID:10025161-1772739000-1772744400@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-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T193000
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UID:10025162-1772992800-1772998200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Keeping Families Strong
DESCRIPTION:Keeping Families Strong provides foster parents insight on how to keep partnerships\, families and friendships strong while providing care to out of home children. It will also provide strategies for foster parents to build workable boundaries around these key elements to keep their core families strong while providing foster care. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nEstablish and maintain workable boundaries around key aspects of their families’ lives while providing foster care.\nArticulate ways to partner with their foster care team to ensure the needs of the family and foster child’s are met.\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/keeping-families-strong-3/
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SUMMARY:A Child’s Education: Rights and Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION:A Child’s Education: Rights & Responsibilities will inform parents of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The training informs foster and adoptive parents of the processes used to determine eligibility requirements for children with disabilities. In addition\, this training will equip participants to ensure children ages three to twenty-one have access to the tools and services necessary to help them succeed in the least restrictive educational environment. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize the 13 types of disabilities covered under IDEA\nUtilize knowledge of tools and services to understand their rights and participate in ARC meetings\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/a-childs-education-rights-and-responsibilities-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T193000
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UID:10025167-1773171000-1773176400@socialwork.uky.edu
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-5/
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UID:10025168-1773171000-1773176400@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Creative Parenting: New Ways to Focus on Your Child
DESCRIPTION:Creative Parenting: New Ways to Focus on Your Child is designed to help parents recognize the value of seeking to understand the meaning behind a child’s behavior. It explores the importance of creating time to connect with children one-on-one\, modeling appropriate coping strategies\, having consistent expectations\, praising desirable behaviors\, and redirecting challenging behavior. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify ways to reframe challenging child behaviors.\nUtilize positive discipline strategies.\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/creative-parenting-new-ways-to-focus-on-your-child-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T223000
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UID:10025170-1773349200-1773354600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Healthy Boundaries in Teenage Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Healthy Boundaries in Teenage Relationships explores healthy and unhealthy dating behaviors. It is designed to assist caregivers in identifying warning signs that a teen may be involved in an abusive dating relationship and provides suggestions for talking to teens and/or their friends who find themselves involved in such relationships. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify signs that a teen is being abused in a relationship\nExplain strategies to address when a teen is being abused in a relationship.\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/healthy-boundaries-in-teenage-relationships-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260225T212649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121125Z
UID:10025171-1773388800-1773421200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Autism: Understanding the Basics
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive training provides a foundational exploration of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)\, offering participants valuable insights into the characteristics\, challenges\, and strengths associated with autism. Aiming to enhance awareness\, promote empathy\, and lay the foundation for creating inclusive and supportive environments. This training is designed for foster and adoptive parents committed to providing a loving and understanding home for children with autism. \nWhether you are in the early stages of the foster or adoptive journey or seeking additional tools to support a child with autism\, this training caters to your specific needs. \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/autism-understanding-the-basics-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000
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UID:10025173-1773484200-1773489600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Building Positive Relationships with Caseworkers and Community Partners
DESCRIPTION:Building Positive Relationships with Case Workers & Community Partners provides foster parents the information and tools needed to establish a positive working relationship with their caseworker and child’s caseworker\, with the goal of providing the best possible continuum of care for the child. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nWork in partnership with social service workers and community partners to ensure the needs of the child(ren) in their home are being met and align with permanency goal(s).\nUtilize strategies to foster mutual respect\, communicate effectively\, and maintain appropriate boundaries.\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/building-positive-relationships-with-caseworkers-and-community-partners-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T193000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260406T195529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121205Z
UID:10025184-1775498400-1775503800@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Grief and Foster Care (4/6/26)
DESCRIPTION:This course offers an exploration of the distinctive and complex grieving experience inherent in foster care and adoption\, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and emotions associated with this unique journey. The training will equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the intricacies of the foster care system\, particularly focusing on the grieving process inherent in this environment. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the unique grieving experience associated with foster care. \nBy exploring the multifaceted layers of grief experienced by both foster children and caregivers\, this course will shed light on the emotional complexities and dynamics surrounding loss within the foster care context. \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/grief-and-foster-care-4-6-26/
CATEGORIES:ASK
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260406T195337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121207Z
UID:10025185-1775503800-1775509200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:ARC Meetings and IEPs: The Basics (4/6/26)
DESCRIPTION:ARC Meetings & IEPs: The Basics will help foster and adoptive parents understand the process of an ARC Meeting and gain a better perspective of what an IEP will look like. It offers strategies and ideas to help parents be prepared the ARC meetings. This training also offers sample IEP goals and objectives to give foster and adoptive parents some deeper understanding of what these will look like when an IEP is written for the child in their home. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nPrepare for and participate in ARC meetings\nUnderstand IEP goals and objectives to collaborate with school personnel in writing a child’s IEP\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/arc-meetings-and-ieps-the-basics-4-6-26/
CATEGORIES:ASK
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T210000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260406T195831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121215Z
UID:10025188-1775676600-1775682000@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:New Placements: Preparing and Adjusting Family Roles (4/8/26)
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-4-8-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T193000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260406T200023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121220Z
UID:10025190-1775844000-1775849400@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Healing After a Foster Child Leaves Your Home (4/10/26)
DESCRIPTION:Healing After a Foster Child Leaves Your Home will equip foster parents understand\, cope with and heal from the unique pain of a foster child leaving their home. It offers strategies and ideas to help parents work through the emotions associated with this type of loss and encourage healing. This training also provides ideas of where to find resources to aid in healing. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nDiscuss the grieving process and common obstacles to healing associated with a foster child leaving the home\nUtilize strategies to help aid in their grieving process\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/healing-after-a-foster-child-leaves-your-home-4-10-26/
CATEGORIES:ASK
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260406T200252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121355Z
UID:10025191-1775903400-1775908800@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:First Steps: Kentucky’s Early Intervention System (4/11/26)
DESCRIPTION:First Steps: Kentucky’s Early Intervention System explores the services provided by this program. Participants learn how to refer children ages zero to three who have developmental delays\, or medical conditions known to cause developmental delays\, for First Steps services. How to work with the program to create an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) is explored. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nArticulate how to refer children ages 0-3 years old who have developmental delays or medical conditions known to cause developmental delays to First Steps for evaluation.\nDiscuss services provided and how to work with the KEIS team to create and follow an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) for children zero through three years old.\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/first-steps-kentuckys-early-intervention-system-4-11-26/
CATEGORIES:ASK
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T223000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260406T200534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121357Z
UID:10025192-1775941200-1775946600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Internet Safety (4/11/26)
DESCRIPTION:The Internet Safety training explores questions caregivers often have related to internet safety. It examines recommended guidelines for internet access and usage among children. It provides resources related to parental controls designed to monitor internet usage and offers strategies for discussing internet safety with children and youth. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nDiscuss safe internet use with children.\nUtilize tools to monitor internet use.\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/internet-safety-4-11-26/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T193000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260406T200801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121359Z
UID:10025193-1776016800-1776022200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Positive Discipline for Teenagers (4/12/26)
DESCRIPTION:Positive Discipline for Teenagers will provide foster/Adoptive Parents with effective tools that will guide them to positive discipline and communication with teenagers that are in their care/home. It discusses the importance of using partnership based approach to discipline. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \nIdentify the three main styles of discipline and the importance of daily positive reinforcement and feedback when disciplining teenagers.\nDescribe how and when to compromise when setting rules and consequences for teens\, the importance of setting logical and appropriate consequences and when to enforce them. \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/positive-discipline-for-teenagers-4-12-26/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260406T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T121401Z
UID:10025194-1776103200-1776108600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Developmental Stages & Children's Responses to Grief
DESCRIPTION:Developmental Stages & Children’s Responses to Grief defines grief and explores how children process and express grief at different developmental stages. It offers insight into the unique experiences of grief and loss that children who have been separated from their biological family may experience. It also provides strategies to help children cope with emotional reactions to grief. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \nIdentify stages of grief and how it is expressed in children.\nExplain strategies that can be used to help children cope with emotional reactions to grief.\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/developmental-stages-childrens-responses-to-grief/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T220000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T174059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174059Z
UID:10026352-1780002000-1780005600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Preventing Child Abuse: Types\, Signs\, and Symptoms
DESCRIPTION:Preventing Child Abuse: Types\, Signs & Symptoms will inform parents of the definition of child abuse and ways it can be prevented. It provides descriptions and statistics of different types of abuse and the signs and symptoms of each type of abuse. The training discusses the difference between discipline and punishment and strategies for abuse prevention. In addition\, parents will learn how to report suspected child abuse to proper authorities. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify and define the types of child abuse. \n\n\nUtilize child abuse prevention strategies with the children in their care. \n\n\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. \nREGISTER HERE \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. \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/preventing-child-abuse-types-signs-and-symptoms-4/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T190000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T174221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174221Z
UID:10026353-1780336800-1780340400@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:First Steps: Kentucky’s Early Intervention System
DESCRIPTION:First Steps: Kentucky’s Early Intervention System explores the services provided by this program. Participants learn how to refer children ages zero to three who have developmental delays\, or medical conditions known to cause developmental delays\, for First Steps services. How to work with the program to create an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) is explored. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\nArticulate how to refer children ages 0-3 years old who have developmental delays or medical conditions known to cause developmental delays to First Steps for evaluation.\nDiscuss services provided and how to work with the KEIS team to create and follow an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) for children zero through three years old.\n\n\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. \nREGISTER HERE \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. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.    \n 
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/first-steps-kentuckys-early-intervention-system-3/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T210000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T174356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174417Z
UID:10026354-1780340400-1780347600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Building Strong Bonds with Your Foster and Adoptive Child
DESCRIPTION:This course equips participants with a deep understanding of the intricate dynamics between bonding\, and attachment\, and the critical role they play in fostering healthy relationships with children. The course will delve into the distinct differences between bonding and attachment\, enabling participants to grasp the nuanced nuances that define these concepts. Throughout the training\, participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and comprehend the essential components of the four styles of attachment. \nThis comprehensive exploration will empower them to recognize and understand the behavioral patterns and emotional connections inherent in secure\, anxious-ambivalent\, avoidant\, and disorganized attachment styles. \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. \nREGISTER HERE \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 \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361. \n  \n 
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/building-strong-bonds-with-your-foster-and-adoptive-child-5/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T223000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T174516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174516Z
UID:10026355-1780520400-1780525800@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Fostering and Adopting Sibling Groups
DESCRIPTION:Fostering & Adopting Sibling Groups explores the benefits of placing siblings together as well as potential barriers and challenges. The impact of on attachment and bonding among siblings who have experienced trauma is discussed. Considerations related to caring for a sibling placement are explored.    \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to:   \n\nRecognize positive aspects of placing siblings together as well as potential barriers and challenges. \nIdentify items to consider before accepting a placement of siblings. \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. \nREGISTER HERE \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. \nIf you have any questions about this training or how to register\, please email ask@uky.edu or call 859-257-7361.  \n  \n 
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/fostering-and-adopting-sibling-groups-4/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T174617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174617Z
UID:10026356-1780601400-1780606800@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Developmental Stages and Children’s Responses to Grief
DESCRIPTION:Developmental Stages & Children’s Responses to Grief defines grief and explores how children process and express grief at different developmental stages. It offers insight into the unique experiences of grief and loss that children who have been separated from their biological family may experience. It also provides strategies to help children cope with emotional reactions to grief. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\nIdentify stages of grief and how it is expressed in children.\nExplain strategies that can be used to help children cope with emotional reactions to grief.\n\n\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. \nREGISTER HERE \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. \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/developmental-stages-and-childrens-responses-to-grief-5/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T174719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174719Z
UID:10026357-1780601400-1780606800@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Compulsive Lying
DESCRIPTION:Compulsive Lying explores why a child may lie compulsively. It identifies strategies and offers resources designed to assist children and their families dealing with this issue.    \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to:  \n\nRecognize causes of compulsive lying  \nIdentify strategies to employ with children to address lying. \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. \nREGISTER HERE \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. \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/compulsive-lying-3/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T220000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T173112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T173112Z
UID:10026347-1780606800-1780610400@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!  \nREGISTER HERE \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.  \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-4/
CATEGORIES:ASK,ASK Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T193000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T174908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174908Z
UID:10026359-1780855200-1780860600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Bullying
DESCRIPTION:Bullying provides parents an overview of bullying behaviors that children\, teens\, and young adults may encounter and the effects it has on children\, youth and society as a whole. This training also provides strategies to help prevent and intervene if bullying is suspected\, or what to do if you suspect your child is exhibiting bullying behavior.  \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to:  \n\nDefine bullying and list reasons why a child may bully.\nIdentify the different types of bullying and how to recognize if a child in their care is being bullied.\nImplement strategies with children in their care to intervene in bullying situations.\n\nASK-VIP training 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. \nREGISTER HERE \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. \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/bullying-4/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T193000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T175013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T175013Z
UID:10026360-1780941600-1780947000@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Building Positive Relationships with Caseworkers and Community Partners
DESCRIPTION:Building Positive Relationships with Case Workers & Community Partners provides foster parents the information and tools needed to establish a positive working relationship with their caseworker and child’s caseworker\, with the goal of providing the best possible continuum of care for the child.   \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to:  \n\nWork in partnership with social service workers and community partners to ensure the needs of the child(ren) in their home are being met and align with permanency goal(s).   \nUtilize strategies to foster mutual respect\, communicate effectively\, and maintain appropriate boundaries. \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. \nREGISTER HERE \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 \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/building-positive-relationships-with-caseworkers-and-community-partners-6/
CATEGORIES:ASK
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://socialwork.uky.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ASK-Group-Training-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T190000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T173345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T173345Z
UID:10026348-1781028000-1781031600@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. \nREGISTER HERE \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.  \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-13/
CATEGORIES:ASK,ASK Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T210000
DTSTAMP:20260529T140336
CREATED:20260528T175139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T175139Z
UID:10026361-1781033400-1781038800@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Creative Parenting: New Ways to Focus on Your Child
DESCRIPTION:Creative Parenting: New Ways to Focus on Your Child is designed to help parents recognize the value of seeking to understand the meaning behind a child’s behavior. It explores the importance of creating time to connect with children one-on-one\, modeling appropriate coping strategies\, having consistent expectations\, praising desirable behaviors\, and redirecting challenging behavior. \n After completing this training\, participants will be able to:    \n\nIdentify ways to reframe challenging child behaviors.\nUtilize positive discipline strategies.\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. \nREGISTER HERE \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 \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/creative-parenting-new-ways-to-focus-on-your-child-4/
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SUMMARY:Stress Management for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Stress Management for Caregivers will equip foster/adoptive parents with tools to understand what stress and caregiver burnout is\, and how to cope with the unique stressors of being foster/adoptive families. The training will equip foster and adoptive parents with coping skills when stress and burnout do occur. \n\n\nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize the signs of physical\, emotional\, or psychological stress and burnout in themselves and others. \n\n\nUtilize coping skills to decrease stress and burnout. \n\n\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. \nREGISTER HERE \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. \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/stress-management-for-caregivers-3/
CATEGORIES:ASK
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