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SUMMARY:Centers & Labs Weekly Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Staff Meeting for Centers & Labs Training Resource Center Staff. The meeting is held the 3rd Wednesday of Each Month at the Training Resource Center. This is an in-person meeting. However\, a Zoom link will be sent out prior to the training for any staff who cannot attend in-person.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/centers-labs-monthly-meeting-2022-06-15-2/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:UK CoSW Training Resource Center\, 1648 McGrathiana Parkway\, Suite 400\, Lexington\, KY\, 40511\, United States
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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SUMMARY:Centers & Labs Weekly Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Staff Meeting for Centers & Labs Training Resource Center Staff. The meeting is held the 3rd Wednesday of Each Month at the Training Resource Center. This is an in-person meeting. However\, a Zoom link will be sent out prior to the training for any staff who cannot attend in-person.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/centers-labs-monthly-meeting-2022-06-15-2/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:UK CoSW Training Resource Center\, 1648 McGrathiana Parkway\, Suite 400\, Lexington\, KY\, 40511\, United States
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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SUMMARY:A New Suitcase of Parenting Knowledge and Skills
DESCRIPTION:CORE TEEN (Critical On-going Resource Family Education) Session 7 \nA New Suitcase of Parenting Knowledge and Skills \nDecember 22\, 2025 \n5:00 PM-7:00 PM EST Via Zoom \nMelanie Parsons\, M.A. \n2 credit hours \nCORE Teen Curriculum provides parents with information they need to develop safe relationships with youth\, while also focusing on how they can adapt their parenting styles to support the youth’s needs\, rather than just focusing on behaviors. Session 7 will describe two ways that parents can support youth’s important connections and a sense of connectedness. It will demonstrate the impact of secondary trauma on parenting as well as identify the important elements to developing a self-care plan. \nFor additional information about this session\, please feel free to contact Melanie Parsons\, the Foster Parent Training Program (FPTP) Program Coordinator\, at Melanie.Parsons@uky.edu. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nPlease note each session is approved for ongoing\, elective training credit for Kentucky Foster Parents. Basic & Advanced Foster Parents\, Fictive Kin Foster Parents\, Care Plus\, or Therapeutic Foster Parents can all take advantage of the opportunity to fulfill their training hours. A reliable internet connection and computer/smartphone with webcam are required.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/a-new-suitcase-of-parenting-knowledge-and-skills-5/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251222T210000
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SUMMARY:Foster/Adoptive Parents of Teens Support Group
DESCRIPTION:ASK-VIP Support Group for Foster/Adoptive Parents of Teens is specifically designed for foster/adoptive parents who are caring for teenagers or those considering fostering and/or adopting teenagers. This support group offers an opportunity to share experiences\, questions\, resources\, and concerns in a safe and compassionate environment. The support group is led by a seasoned foster/adoptive parent who has lived experience caring for teens. \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/foster-adoptive-parents-of-teens-support-group-13/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:ASK Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251223T180000
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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-9/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:ASK Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T113000
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SUMMARY:Centers & Labs Weekly Staff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Staff Meeting for Centers & Labs Training Resource Center Staff. The meeting is held the 3rd Wednesday of Each Month at the Training Resource Center. This is an in-person meeting. However\, a Zoom link will be sent out prior to the training for any staff who cannot attend in-person.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/centers-labs-monthly-meeting-2022-06-15-2-2/2025-12-24/
LOCATION:UK CoSW Training Resource Center\, 1648 McGrathiana Parkway\, Suite 400\, Lexington\, KY\, 40511\, United States
CATEGORIES:calendar,College Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251226T180000
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SUMMARY:Myths and Realities of Foster Care and Adoption
DESCRIPTION:Myths & Realities of Foster Care & Adoption enables parents to identify myths and realities related to foster care and adoption. \nAfter completing this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify myths that surround foster care and adoption and articulate accurate realities.\nInterpret statistics to distinguish between foster care and adoption myths and facts.\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/myths-and-realities-of-foster-care-and-adoption-2/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:ASK
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T193000
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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-6/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:ASK
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