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SUMMARY:KIN-VIP Support Group Grandparent's Connection
DESCRIPTION:Raising your grandchildren and parenting again later in life can be especially challenging in today’s culture.  Navigating this change in roles–moving from grandparents to being parents again–can be both confusing and difficult as you move through these family changes. \nThis group is designed to support and empower grandparents on this journey to find the resources\, community\, and connection to be successful caregivers for the children in their lives. \nFacilitated by Rachael Cartmell\, a Kinship grandmother raising her young grandchildren\, this group will connect families to essential resources in a caring\, virtual environment. Join us! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kin-vip-group-grandparents-connection/2024-11-11/
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T200000
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SUMMARY:KIN-VIP Support Group Tweens & Teens
DESCRIPTION:Raising children when they are small can be fun–from reading story books to learning ABC’s and counting with cute rhymes\, the possibilities to create wonderful bonds and fun times together are seemingly endless.  But as they grow and are approach their teen years\, you may notice changes in their moods and behaviors.  Their emotional reactions and opinions become more pronounced\, they may have lost interest in their toys or hobbies and instead become more interested in their appearances and peer group. \nYou may be thinking that your young child is already turning into a teenager and may be asking yourself “What do I do now?”  Whether you have a tween (8-12 years old) or a teen (age 12- 19)\, this is the group for you! Throughout this weekly pilot\, we will be discussing a variety of topics that can help you in your care of your tween or teen! \nTake a look! \nWeek 1: How to relate and really talk to your tween/teen \nWeek 2: How to empathetically listen to your tween/teen \nWeek 3: Parenting Tips of raising tweens/teens \nWeek 4: Dealing with grief or sadness that can come with parenting tweens/teens \nWeek 5: How to discipline effectively \nWeek 6: Teaching Life Skills that are important as your tween/teen grows up! \nWeek 7: Teaching your tween/teen how to manage their emotions and reactions in a healthy way \nWeek 8: Understanding Anxiety and how it can affect your tween/teen \nWeek 9: Setting Healthy Boundaries \nWeek 10: Teaching Tweens/Teens how to problem solve \nWeek 11: Tween/Teen Health \nWeek 12: Self care for you \nOf course\, this group will be an opportunity for you to share your questions and get support and resources to aid in your care of tweens/teens. A financial incentive is also available for those who attend!  Join today! \nFacilitated by Judy Russell\, Mental Health Specialist for Fayette County Public Schools\, was raised by her great-grandmother from infancy. In her 20’s\, Judy began caring for her sister’s three children that she later adopted. Throughout her career\, Judy has supported kinship families through the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and the public school system. \nAs a result\, Judy has worked with countless youth and their families\, helping them navigate the challenges of raising children of all ages while supporting caregivers in their journey. Come with questions\, come with suggestions\, come for a community who can support and encourage YOU! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kin-vip-support-group-tweens-teens/2024-11-11/
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20231220T214502Z
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SUMMARY:Northeastern Citizen Review Panel
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/northeastern-citizen-review-panel/2024-11-12/
CATEGORIES:College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20240913T155459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T155459Z
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SUMMARY:KIN-VIP Support Group Kinship Families Impacted By Substance Use
DESCRIPTION:This new KIN-VIP Support Group will provide a community of support for kinship caregivers who have been impacted by a family member’s substance use. This group will offer a safe space where kinship caregivers can find support\, understanding\, resources\, and hope. \nThe group is completely free and available to any caregiver raising a relative or fictive kin child. \nContact Sheila Rentfrow at sheila.rentfrow@uky.edu for more information or sign up to secure your spot! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kin-vip-support-group-kinship-families-impacted-by-substance-use/2024-11-12/
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20240625T180317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T180317Z
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SUMMARY:Kinship Live Virtual Webinar Training – Trauma Series Part II: Parenting With Purpose
DESCRIPTION:In part II of our Trauma series\, we’ll learn practical techniques that will teach how to effectively parent children with trauma. We’ll look at positive discipline measures that focus on helping the children learn how to respond to situations while avoiding more common parenting pitfalls. We’ll also gain a new understanding of “triggers” that children have as a result of the trauma they experienced and how those triggers can influence behavior (which can trigger more negative reactions). \nREGISTER NOW \nAbout the Trainer: \nDr. Brittany Gentry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Dr. Gentry obtained her Bachelors\, Masters\, and Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Kentucky. Dr. Gentry is currently the Co-Clinical Director at the Trauma-Informed Counseling Center (T.I.C.C) and Founder of the Trauma\, Education & Advocacy Corporation (TEA)\, a non-profit agency in Lexington\, KY. Over the last ten years\, Dr. Gentry has provided therapeutic services for children\, adolescents\, and families in various therapeutic settings (in-home\, outpatient\, and school-based). Despite her experience with various populations\, Dr. Gentry’s true passion is providing trauma-informed services to adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system. In 2023\, Dr. Gentry presented at the 2023 TedXBellarmine U event at Bellarmine University\, NAMI Houston Conference\, and one of the recipients of the Sneaker Ball Lex: KOTD Affair Community Influencer Award. \nPlease note: Although this LIVE webinar is designed to be an informative\, educational\, and helpful resource for kinship families caring for relative or fictive kin children\, anyone is welcome to attend including foster parents\, professionals\, students\, or community members. \nIt is our hope that by participating in this LIVE webinar\, attendees will receive educational and helpful information. However\, it is important to note that this webinar is not approved for foster parent training credit or CEU’s as attendance is not monitored during the webinar event.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kinship-live-virtual-webinar-training-trauma-series-part-ii-parenting-with-purpose/
CATEGORIES:College Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sheila Rentfrow":MAILTO:sheila.rentfrow@uky.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T140000
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SUMMARY:Navigating Careers Beyond Academia: Networking & Professional Branding
DESCRIPTION:The UK Grad School in partnership with the Stuckert Career Center is hosting a Fall Semester Workshop Series on Navigating Careers Beyond Academia. Each of these online workshops will detail various strategies graduate students can utilize during the job search process once their studies have concluded. \nThe November 12th workshop topic: Networking & Professional Branding: Elevating your Professional Presence \nAttend by clicking on the Zoom link below under “Website” at the date and time mentioned. \n\nFuture workshop include: \n\nDecember 3 – Job Searching & Application Materials: How to set yourself Apart in the Job Market
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/navigating-careers-beyond-academia-networking-professional-branding/
CATEGORIES:College Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20240913T154530Z
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SUMMARY:KIN-VIP Support Group Dealing with Loss
DESCRIPTION:Losing a relationship\, a person\, a role/way of life\, or even losing the idea of being a grandma/uncle/aunt/sibling can be difficult and hard to navigate on your own.  The emotions you feel are so specific to what you are going through and can make you feel all alone at the same time. If you are working through the loss of something or someone important to you\, we hope to offer a safe place for caregivers where you can find support for the journey and a community of kinship caregivers who understand. \nThis new KIN VIP Support Group will start meeting on Wednesdays 12:00 PM-1:00 PM EST beginning September 11\, 2024. \nThe group is completely free and available to any caregiver raising a relative or fictive kin child. \nContact Sheila Rentfrow at sheila.rentfrow@uky.edu for more information\, or sign up here to secure your spot! \nAbout the Facilitator: \nJulie Johnson is a licensed\, practicing therapist who has a passion for helping others.  As a mental health professional\, Julie has worked in a therapeutic setting with persons and families for over 15 years\, including successful facilitation of individual and group experiences\, including Support Group meetings. \nHaving been a kinship caregiver herself\, Julie is very familiar with the unique dynamic that comes from kinship care and changes that often result from the loss of family\, friends\, relationships\, and changes in life circumstances that can leave caregivers and children living with grief. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kin-vip-support-group-dealing-with-loss/2024-11-13/
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T140000
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SUMMARY:MSW Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Explore our Master of Social Work (MSW) program during an online info session. Registration link is below\, under ‘Website’ \nThe UK Difference\nOur MSW program is an Advanced Generalist program that prepares students for social work practice across the micro-macro continuum with diverse populations. \nGraduates of our program have the highest clinical licensing pass rates in Kentucky and routinely score above the national average\, making our students uniquely poised to enter a competitive job market and make the most of forecasted growth within the social work profession. \nFlexible Program Options\nChoose from our regular (two year) or advanced (one year) standing options in a hybrid or fully online format. \nExceptional Career Support\nEnsure a successful transition into advanced social work practice through our available career counseling\, mentoring\, and post-graduation support. \nUnique Centers and Labs\nLeverage our unique centers and labs\, including the Training Resource Center\, Interdisciplinary Research Center on Children and Families\, Kentucky Kinship Resource Center\, Self-Care Lab\, Suicide Prevention and Exposure Lab\, and Military Behavior Health Lab to enhance your learning and research. \nMultiple Certificate Options\nEarn specialized certifications in Clinical Social Work\, Child Welfare\, Military Behavioral Health\,  Integrative Behavioral Health\, or Substance Use Disorder.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/msw-info-session-32/
CATEGORIES:College Events,Info Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20240918T202505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T202505Z
UID:10004400-1731510000-1731513600@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Blueprint Banter Sessions: MSW Students
DESCRIPTION:Blueprint Banter Sessions are open forums where students\, staff\, and faculty can discuss key educational issues share updates\, and collaboratively develop solution to enhance academic programming and student services. \nThese sessions will be hosted by Dr. Matt Moore\, Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs\, Kayla Powell\, Director of Student Experience and Engagement\, and members of the Dean’s Student Advisory Council. \nJoin the discussion by clicking the link below next to ‘Website’.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/blueprint-banter-sessions-msw-students-2/
CATEGORIES:College Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20240918T202318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T202318Z
UID:10004398-1731513600-1731517200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:Blueprint Banter Sessions: BASW Students
DESCRIPTION:Blueprint Banter Sessions are open forums where students\, staff\, and faculty can discuss key educational issues share updates\, and collaboratively develop solution to enhance academic programming and student services. \nThese sessions will be hosted by Dr. Matt Moore\, Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs\, Kayla Powell\, Director of Student Experience and Engagement\, and members of the Dean’s Student Advisory Council. \nJoin the discussion by clicking the link below next to ‘Website’.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/blueprint-banter-sessions-basw-students-2/
CATEGORIES:College Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20240913T153957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T154041Z
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SUMMARY:KIN-VIP Support Group Fictive Kin 101
DESCRIPTION:Caring for a child that you are not related to is challenging–but when you are taking care of a child that you love\, be it a neighbor\, a friend’s child\, or your child’s friend\, suddenly it all makes sense\, even if it is still difficult to navigate.  How do you raise someone else’s child? Are there any supports out there for those fictive kin caregivers? What about visits? \nIn this group\, we will explore the challenges of being a fictive kin caregiver and identify resources that are out there while we support each other in our own fictive kin journeys. \nFacilitated by Heather Hall\, a fictive kin caregiver and an advocate for fictive kin caregivers with Kentucky legislature\, this group will provide a supportive\, safe space where fictive kin caregivers can come to get answers\, find relationships\, and hopefully continued support for their journey. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kin-vip-support-group-fictive-kin-101/2024-11-14/
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20240913T155134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T155134Z
UID:10004337-1731603600-1731607200@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:KIN-VIP Support Group Building Family Connections
DESCRIPTION:Oftentimes\, one of the most difficult issues related to kinship care is navigating relationships with family members or close friends. Whether it is caring for your children’s children\, a family member’s child\, or the child of a close family friend\, being able to care for and raise your kinship child while maintaining a good relationship with the important adults in their life (and yours) can be essential in creating a happy home. \nThis new KIN VIP Support Group will discuss the challenges that come with raising the children of the people we love and how we can navigate these unique challenges to create positive relationships and supportive parenting. \nThe group is completely free and available to any caregiver raising a relative or fictive kin child. \nContact Sheila Rentfrow at sheila.rentfrow@uky.edu for more information\, or sign up here to secure your spot! \nAbout the Facilitator: \nMartha Watkins is a kinship caregiver and has had a lot of experience creating healthy family relationships.  Martha is a supportive person who is eager to listen to you about your situation and experiences in order to help you navigate this very important journey.  With a degree in Administration and experience as a teacher\, Martha has found that many people are looking for a safe place where they can talk about their kinship experience with its successes and challenges in order to find hope and solutions to challenging situations. \nHer goal\, and the goal of this group\, will be to listen with an open mind and a kind heart\, creating an atmosphere where participants can receive meaningful feedback that will hopefully make the journey easier to navigate. Martha has said that although the kinship journey can be difficult\, it can be a wonderful adventure and looks forward to sharing this journey with you! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/kin-vip-support-group-building-family-connections/2024-11-14/
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20231220T214833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T214833Z
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SUMMARY:Two Rivers Citizen Review Panel
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/two-rivers-citizen-review-panel/2024-11-15/
CATEGORIES:College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T151500
DTSTAMP:20260405T044746
CREATED:20241101T190046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T190234Z
UID:10004414-1731679200-1731683700@socialwork.uky.edu
SUMMARY:DCBS Division of Prevention & Community Wellbeing Presentation (CRP/CJA)
DESCRIPTION:Kentucky Citizen Review Panels (CRP) and Children’s Justice Act (CJA) Task Force members are invited to a training with DCBS Assistant Director\, Dr. Jennifer Thornhill\, on the new DCBS Division of Prevention & Community Wellbeing. Dr. Thornhill will discuss the legislative approval to create the division\, agency culture shifts in prioritizing prevention\, differentiating poverty and neglect and the outcomes of that shift\, organizational structure\, and programs on each branch. There will also be time for questions. \nFor more information\, please contact Tara Pulaski at Tara.Pulaski@uky.edu
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/dcbs-division-prevention-community-wellbeing-presentation-crp-cja/
CATEGORIES:calendar
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