• The Lakes Citizen Review Panel

    The Lakes Citizen Review Panel

    Citizen Review Panels (CRPs) are groups of caring volunteers that work to improve the well-being of children, families, and communities across Kentucky. To learn more about CRPs or join a regional panel, please visit the CRP website or contact Tara Pulaski at Tara.Pulaski@uky.edu.

  • KIN-VIP The Gathering Spot

    KIN-VIP – The Gathering Spot

    The Gathering Spot is a great NEW way to meet other kinship caregivers from the comfort of your own home and has been redesigned 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 […]

    Free
  • Holiday Meltdowns: Connecting through the Chaos with Your Foster Child

    Virtual through LMS

    Holiday Meltdowns: Connecting through the Chaos with Your Foster Child December 3, 2025 11:30 AM-1:00 PM EST Via Zoom Lora Buth, MS, OT/L 1.5 credit hours This training will assist parents to be able to recognize sensory overwhelm and provide strategies to prepare your child for the chaos of the holidays. This training will also […]

  • Practicum Info Session

    Practicum Info Session

    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. The UK College of Social Work is affiliated with approximately 3,000 agencies across the United States, offering flexible placements in […]

  • Criminal Justice Social Hour

    Criminal Justice Social Hour

    Criminal Justice students are invited to attend our informal monthly meeting. This is a great opportunity to connect with other students, ask questions to your advisor, and meet with program faculty. If you have questions, contact Kayla Powell at kayla.powell@uky.edu. The event will be held in the Gatton Student Center, Room 331.

  • Grief in the Holidays: Navigating the Holiday Season after Loss

    Virtual through LMS

    Grief in the Holidays: Navigating the Holiday Season after Loss November 24, 2025 6:00 PM-7:30 PM EST Via Zoom Emily Johnson, MS, LMFT 1.5 credit hours This training explores the impact of grief on children and teens during the holiday season. Parents will learn why grief is so difficult for children, common physical symptoms and […]

  • Parenting Youth Who Have Experienced Trauma

    Virtual through LMS

    CORE TEEN (Critical On-going Resource Family Education) Session 2 Parenting Youth Who Have Experienced Trauma December 4th, 2025 5:00 PM-7:00 PM EST Via Zoom Melanie Parsons, M.A. 2 credit hours CORE Teen Curriculum provides parents with information they need to develop safe relationships with youth, while also focusing on how they can adapt their parenting […]

  • Helping Foster &; Adoptive Children Cope with Holiday Stress

    Virtual through LMS

    Helping Foster & Adopted Children Cope with Holiday Stress is designed to assist foster and adoptive parents in learning and understanding how stressful holidays can be for foster/adopted children. It also describes in detail practical ideas for lowering the stress and confusion levels for those children. After completing this training, participants will be able to: […]

  • Creating Memories and Meaningful Family Traditions for Blended Families

    Virtual through LMS

    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 […]

  • Parenting with PRIDE: The Power and Impact of Positivity

    Virtual through LMS

    “Parenting with PRIDE: The Power of Positivity” is designed for foster and adoptive families, emphasizing the principles of Positive Parenting to create a nurturing, supportive environment. This training covers strategies like Praise, Reflection, Imitation, Description, and Enjoyment (PRIDE) to strengthen family bonds, encourage healthy behaviors, and foster resilience in children. Join us to explore how […]