Week of Events
Monday, January 12, 2026
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January 12, 2026 -Preventing Child Abuse: Types, Signs, and Symptoms
Preventing Child Abuse: Types, Signs, and Symptoms
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 […]
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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January 13, 2026 -Attachment and Bonding with Your Foster and Adopted Child
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January 13, 2026 -KIN VIP – Mary Jo Dendy Support Group
Attachment and Bonding with Your Foster and Adopted Child
Attachment & Bonding with your Foster & Adopted Child equips parents to enhance their relationship with foster/adopted children by teaching them the basics about bonding and attachment. This training also provides practical tips for promoting both bonding and attachment. After completing this training, participants will be able to: Articulate attachment styles and challenges to attachment […]
KIN VIP – Mary Jo Dendy Support Group
This group is an opportunity for kinship caregivers to come together to find support, community, and resources in the care of relative and fictive children. This group will focus on the day to day issues involving relative and fictive kin care and will be shaped by the identified needs of group participants. This Group is […]
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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January 14, 2026 -Centers & Labs Weekly Staff Meeting
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January 14, 2026 -DSW Info Session
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January 14, 2026 -Practicum Info Session
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January 14, 2026 -Social Work Social Hour
Centers & Labs Weekly Staff Meeting
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.
DSW Info Session
Turn Your Goals into Reality Explore our Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) program during an online info session. Registration link is below. The UK Difference Our Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) program was developed with practitioners in mind. This high-quality, rigorous program prepares practitioners to navigate the complexities of a contemporary practice landscape by providing […]
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 […]
Social Work Social Hour
Social Work 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. This will be held at the 90 in Room 219.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
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January 15, 2026 -CORE TEEN #2: Parenting Youth Who Have Experienced Trauma
CORE TEEN #2: Parenting Youth Who Have Experienced Trauma
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 styles to support the youth’s needs rather than just focusing on behaviors. For additional information about this session, please feel free to contact Melanie Parsons, the Foster Parent Training Program […]
Friday, January 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, January 17, 2026
No events on this day.
Sunday, January 18, 2026
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January 18, 2026 -Trust Based Relational Intervention – The Basics
Trust Based Relational Intervention – The Basics
This training introduces the foundational principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®), a holistic approach designed to meet the unique needs of children from hard places. Foster and adoptive families will learn practical tools to build trust, promote healthy attachment, and address challenging behaviors with compassion and understanding. Discover how to create a nurturing, safe environment […]