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SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Start With This Free Class in Wichita
DESCRIPTION:More than 6\,000 Kansas children and teens need foster families to open their hearts and homes. It only takes ONE caring adult to change a child’s life. How about you? \nOne of the first and most important steps to become a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP training (Trauma-Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). This class prepares you to care for a child who has experienced trauma and helps you build many other skills in your journey to become a foster or adoptive parent. TIPS-MAPP also aids you in determining if fostering or adopting is right for you. \nKVC Kansas offers this course at no cost to you. Classes will be held in-person in Wichita from 6-9pm every Wednesday. Class starts August 2\, 2023 and ends October 4\, 2023. Class size is limited so sign up today! \nEnrollment and trainings can fill quickly so please reach out soon if interested. If this option does not work for your family but you are interested\, please reach out as we have new classes forming all the time! \nIf you’re considering becoming a foster parent and want to sign up for class\, fill out this form.\n\n\nIf you have additional questions\, you can contact Jesi Kendall\, KVC’s Foster Parent Recruiter\, at jakendall@kvc.org.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-start-with-this-free-class-august2/
LOCATION:Wichita\, KS\, Wichita\, Kansas
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training
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SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Start With This Free Class in Pittsburg
DESCRIPTION:More than 6\,000 Kansas children and teens need foster families to open their hearts and homes. It only takes ONE caring adult to change a child’s life. How about you? \nOne of the first and most important steps to become a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP training (Trauma-Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). This class prepares you to care for a child who has experienced trauma and helps you build many other skills in your journey to become a foster or adoptive parent. TIPS-MAPP also aids you in determining if fostering or adopting is right for you. \nKVC Kansas offers this course at no cost to you. Classes will be held in-person in Pittsburg from 6-9pm every Monday. Class starts August 7\, 2023 and ends October 9\, 2023. Class size is limited so sign up today! \nEnrollment and trainings can fill quickly so please reach out soon if interested. If this option does not work for your family but you are interested\, please reach out as we have new classes forming all the time! \nIf you’re considering becoming a foster parent and want to sign up for class\, fill out this form.\n\n\nIf you have additional questions\, you can contact Jesi Kendall\, KVC’s Foster Parent Recruiter\, at jakendall@kvc.org.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-start-with-this-free-class-august7/
LOCATION:Pittsburg\, KS\, Pittsburg\, Kansas
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training
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SUMMARY:Warm Hearts\, Warm Hoodies! Donate Hoodies to Help Youth in Foster Care Stay Warm
DESCRIPTION:As cooler temperatures approach\, you can make a difference in the lives of kids and teens in foster care. Join KVC Kansas’ Hoodie Drive! \nShow your support by donating gently-used and new hoodies for children of all ages. Every hoodie you contribute will not only keep a child warm but also fill their hearts with the warmth of your kindness and care. \nDrop-off Locations\nYou can drop off your donations at the KVC Kansas office in: \n\nHiawatha (120 East Lodge Road\, Hiawatha\, KS 66434)\nLawrence (1202 East 23rd Street\, Lawrence\, KS 66046)\nTopeka (419 SW 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS 66611)\n\nCan’t make it to one of our offices? No worries! You can also donate online at kvckansas.org/donate to support this important cause. \nWhy Your Donation Matters\nAs we gear up for colder weather\, your hoodies will provide comfort and warmth to children. Your generosity ensures they’re ready to face the chilly days ahead with a smile. \nWith your help\, we can make this Hoodie Drive a huge success and let these children know our community cares about them. Your contribution\, no matter how big or small\, will make a meaningful impact. Thank you for your support! Your kindness will make the colder fall and winter months a little brighter for kids in foster care.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/warm-hearts-warm-hoodies-donate-hoodies-to-help-youth-in-foster-care-stay-warm/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Start With This Free Class in Topeka
DESCRIPTION:More than 6\,000 Kansas children and teens need foster families to open their hearts and homes. It only takes ONE caring adult to change a child’s life. How about you? \nOne of the first and most important steps to become a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP training (Trauma-Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). This class prepares you to care for a child who has experienced trauma and helps you build many other skills in your journey to become a foster or adoptive parent. TIPS-MAPP also aids you in determining if fostering or adopting is right for you. \nKVC Kansas offers this course at no cost to you. Classes will be held in-person in Topeka from 6-9pm every Wednesday. Class starts September 20\, 2023 and ends November 22\, 2023. Class size is limited so sign up today! \nEnrollment and trainings can fill quickly so please reach out soon if interested. If this option does not work for your family but you are interested\, please reach out as we have new classes forming all the time! \nIf you’re considering becoming a foster parent and want to sign up for class\, fill out this form.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-start-with-this-free-class-in-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training
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