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SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Start With This Free Virtual Class
DESCRIPTION:Nearly 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 MAPP Foundations training (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. 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 virtually from 6-9pm every Wednesday. Class starts May 8\, 2024 and ends July 10\, 2024. Class size is limited so reach out to us today! \nTrainings can fill quickly so please reach out soon if you’re 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 or adopting from foster care\, fill out this form and our team will follow up with you.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-start-with-this-free-virtual-class-may2024/
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training
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SUMMARY:Info Session – How to Become a Foster Parent in Kansas
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to make a big impact on children’s and families’ lives? Join KVC for a virtual information session led by Jesi Kendall\, KVC’s Foster Parent Recruiter\, where you’ll explore the world of foster parenting and foster care. Learn how to become a foster parent in Kansas and understand the incredible impact your connection can have on the lives of children longing for stability and support. \nInfo Session Highlights\n\nUnderstand the minimum requirements to become a foster parent in Kansas\nLearn about KVC Kansas and the children and families we serve through foster care\nExplore the differences and similarities of foster parenting and adoption\nUnderstand the steps involved in becoming a foster parent\nAsk questions\n\nReady to Learn More About Becoming a Foster Parent?\nDon’t miss out on this chance to make a difference! Sign up for the information session by submitting the form below. Your journey to becoming a foster parent begins with this connection.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/info-session-how-to-become-a-foster-parent-in-kansas-jan9/
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training
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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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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: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 Ottawa
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 Ottawa from 6-9pm every Monday. Class starts July 24\, 2023 and ends September 25\, 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-july24/
LOCATION:Ottawa\, KS\, Ottawa\, Kansas
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training
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SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Start With This Free Class in Olathe
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 Olathe from 6-9pm every Tuesday. Class starts July 11\, 2023 and ends September 12\, 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-july11/
LOCATION:Olathe\, KS
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training
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SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Start With This Free Class in Hiawatha
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 Hiawatha from 5:30-8:30pm every Monday. Class starts June 12\, 2023 and ends August 14\, 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-june12/
LOCATION:Hiawatha\, KS\, Hiawatha\, Kansas
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training
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