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SUMMARY:Topeka Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION: KVC Kansas Trunk or Treat — all are welcome!\nWhen: Thu\, Oct 23 | 5–7:30 PM\nWhere: KVC Kansas’ Topeka office – 419 SW 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS 66611 \nJoin KVC Kansas for a safe\, family-friendly night that brings our community together. Expect decorated trunks\, candy galore\, food and drinks\, and plenty of smiles. Costumes encouraged (not required)! \nWant to host a trunk or donate candy? Contact Chelsea Cox at 913-444-2155 or ccox@kvc.org. \nBring your neighbors\, share this event and let’s make sweet memories together!  \nRSVP on the Facebook event!\nFor any media inquiries\, please contact Christina Santiago at csantiago@kvc.org. \n \nSponsors
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/topeka-trunk-or-treat-2025/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Mockingbird Family™ Info Session – Topeka
DESCRIPTION:⏰ Date & Time: Tuesday\, October 29 from 6:00-7:30pm\n📍 Location: KVC Kansas Topeka office – 419 SW 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS \nRSVP Now\nAre you a licensed or prospective foster parent looking for more support\, resources and connection? Join us for a Mockingbird Family™ info session to learn how this innovative foster parent support model can provide what you’re looking for to feel more connected and confident as a foster parent! \nMockingbird Family™ creates small\, close-knit groups of foster families\, called Constellations\, centered around an experienced foster parent\, known as a Hub Home. This extended-family approach offers respite care\, mentorship\, and social activities to help reduce burnout and build stronger connections. \nDuring this info session\, you’ll see how Mockingbird Family™ works\, how it will benefit you and the children in your care\, and how you can get involved—all while enjoying free food and childcare!\nRSVP Now\nWhy Attend?\n– Discover how Mockingbird Family™ can improve your foster parenting experience with more personalized support and connection. \n– Learn how this extended-family structure offers respite care\, 24/7 crisis support\, mentorship\, and social activities for both caregivers and youth. \n– Explore how Mockingbird Family™ can help reduce burnout\, increase placement stability\, and more! \n– Plus\, enjoy free food and childcare while you learn about this exciting new opportunity! \nRSVP Now\nFor any questions\, contact Jennifer Danford at jdanford@kvc.org or 785-207-4197.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/mockingbird-family-info-session-oct-29/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Informational Session
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SUMMARY:Topeka Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spooktacular Trunk or Treat! Community members welcome!\nDate: Thursday\, October 24\nTime: 5-7:30 PM\nLocation: KVC Kansas office – Topeka\, KS (419 SW 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS 66611) \nGet into the Halloween spirit and join us for an evening of spine-tingling excitement! You and your family are in for a treat with lots of creatively decorated car trunks where kids can fill their treat bags with tasty candies and treats. And that’s not all! Savor delicious food\, quench your thirst\, and form meaningful community connections. \nCostumes welcome but not required. Bring your friends and family along for an unforgettable evening of community\, laughter and spooky surprises! \nWant to host a trunk\, donate bags of candy or need more information? Reach out to Chelsea Cox at 913-444-2155 or email her at ccox@kvc.org. We can’t wait to see you there! \nRSVP on the Facebook event!\nFor any media inquiries\, please contact Kristina Foster\, Director of Marketing and Communications\, at kafoster@kvc.org. \nSponsors\n        
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/trunkortreat-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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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:Need Clothes or Essential Items? Visit our Topeka Resource Room (for Foster and Bio Parents)
DESCRIPTION:We will be opening up our Topeka Resource Room which contains clothes and other essential items on January 29 for foster parents and parents who receive our services. Two families will be able to “shop” at the same time. Masks are required. Hope to see you there! \nClick here to register.\n 
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/need-clothes-or-essential-items-visit-our-topeka-resource-room-for-foster-and-bio-parents/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200330
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UID:10001465-1584144000-1585526399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Become a Foster or Adoptive Parent in Two Weekends With This Class
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThe training is offered by KVC at no cost to participants.The class will be held at the Topeka KVC office at 419 SW 29th St\, Topeka\, KS. \nThe sessions will be as follows: \n\nMarch 14 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | 30 Minute Lunch Break\nMarch 15 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 30 Minute Lunch Break\nMarch 28 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | 30 Minute Lunch Break\nMarch 29 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 30 Minute Lunch Break\n\nThese classes are mandatory and must be completed before you may be considered for placement of children through foster care or adoption. Both parents must attend if there are two parents involved. Any person 18 years or older who lives in the home and shares parenting responsibilities must be MAPP trained. It is necessary to attend all sessions in order to complete the course. \nIf you have questions or wish to enroll\, please contact Danielle Cloyd at 785-207-8309 or dcloyd@kvc.org.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/become-a-foster-or-adoptive-parent-in-two-weekends-with-this-class/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200203
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SUMMARY:Become a Foster or Adoptive Parent in Two Weekends - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThe training is offered by KVC at no cost to participants.The class will be held at the Topeka KVC office at 419 SW 29th St\, Topeka\, KS. \nThe sessions will be as follows: \n\nJanuary 18 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | 30 Minute Lunch Break\nJanuary 19 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | 30 Minute Lunch Break\nFebruary 1 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | 30 Minute Lunch Break\nFebruary 2 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 30 Minute Lunch Break\n\nThese classes are mandatory and must be completed before you may be considered for placement of children through foster care or adoption. Both parents must attend if there are two parents involved. Any person 18 years or older who lives in the home and shares parenting responsibilities must be MAPP trained. It is necessary to attend all sessions in order to complete the course. \nIf you have questions or wish to enroll\, please contact Danielle Cloyd at 785-207-8309 or dcloyd@kvc.org.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/become-a-foster-or-adoptive-parent-in-two-weekends-topeka-3/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTSTAMP:20191031T161601Z
CREATED:20191007T201108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T161601Z
UID:10001185-1573257600-1573430399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Become a Foster or Adoptive Parent in Two Weekends – Topeka
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThe next classes are scheduled to begin on Saturday\, October 26\, 2019. The training is offered by KVC at no cost to participants.The class will be offered at the Topeka KVC office at 419 SW 29th St\, Topeka\, KS. \nThe sessions will be as follows: \n\nOctober 26   9:00 AM – 6:00 PM             30 minute lunch break\nOctober 27  9:00 AM – 3:00 PM             30 minute lunch break\nNovember 9   9:00 AM – 6:00 PM             30 minute lunch break\nNovember 10   9:00 AM – 3:00 PM             30 minute lunch break\n\nThese classes are mandatory and must be completed before you may be considered for placement of children through foster care or adoption. Both parents must attend if there are two parents involved. Any person 18 years or older who lives in the home and shares parenting responsibilities must be MAPP trained. It is necessary to attend all sessions in order to complete the course. \nIf you have questions or wish to enroll\, please contact Danielle Cloyd at 785-207-8309 or dcloyd@kvc.org. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/become-a-foster-or-adoptive-parent-in-two-weekends-topeka-2/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTSTAMP:20191031T160040Z
CREATED:20190808T173001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191031T160040Z
UID:10001475-1572912000-1572998399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Take the First Step with TIPS-MAPP Training - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThe next classes are scheduled to begin on Tuesday\, September 3\, 2019. The training is offered by KVC at no cost to participants.The class will be offered at the Topeka KVC office at 419 SW 29th St Topeka KS. \nThe sessions will be as follows: \n\nSept 3 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nSept 10 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nSept 17 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nSept 24 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nOct 1 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nOct 8 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nOct 15 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nOct 22 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nOct 29 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nNov 5 – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\n\nThese classes are mandatory and must be completed before you may be considered for placement of children through foster care or adoption. Both parents must attend if there are two parents involved. Any person 18 years or older who lives in the home and shares parenting responsibilities must be MAPP trained. It is necessary to attend all sessions in order to complete the course. \nIf you have questions or wish to enroll\, please contact Danielle Cloyd at dcloyd@kvc.org.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-take-the-first-step-with-tips-mapp-training-topeka-2/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190819
DTSTAMP:20190716T180412Z
CREATED:20190716T180412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190716T180412Z
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SUMMARY:Become a Foster or Adoptive Parent in Two Weekends - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThe next classes are scheduled to begin on Saturday\, August 3\, 2019. The training is offered by KVC at no cost to participants.The class will be offered at the Topeka KVC office at 419 SW 29th St Topeka KS. \nThe sessions will be as follows: \n\nAugust 3 – 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM\nAugust 4 – 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nAugust 17 – 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM\nAugust 18 – 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n\nThese classes are mandatory and must be completed before you may be considered for placement of children through foster care or adoption. Both parents must attend if there are two parents involved. Any person 18 years or older who lives in the home and shares parenting responsibilities must be MAPP trained. It is necessary to attend all sessions in order to complete the course. \nIf you have questions or wish to enroll\, please contact Kim Edwards at 785-409-6980 or kiedwards@kvc.org. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/become-a-foster-or-adoptive-parent-in-two-weekends-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190624
DTSTAMP:20190104T222029Z
CREATED:20190104T222029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T222029Z
UID:10001164-1559952000-1561334399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Take the First Step with TIPS-MAPP Training -  Topeka (Weekend Course)
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThis course is offered over two weekends\, with one weekend off between classes. KVC Kansas offers the training at no cost to participants. \nClass size is limited. Please call or email the organizer listed below for more details and to reserve your seat. \nContact the organizer listed below for class times.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-take-the-first-step-with-tips-mapp-training-topeka-weekend-course-3/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190524
DTSTAMP:20190508T191117Z
CREATED:20190104T222545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T191117Z
UID:10001168-1557964800-1558655999@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Take the First Step with TIPS-MAPP Training -  Topeka
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThis is a 10-week course\, and KVC Kansas offers the training at no cost to participants. \nClass size is limited. Please call or email the organizer listed below for more details and to reserve your seat. \nAll classes are taught from 6pm – 9pm.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-take-the-first-step-with-tips-mapp-training-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190514T193000
DTSTAMP:20190423T205826Z
CREATED:20190422T185719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190423T205826Z
UID:10001175-1557856800-1557862200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Identifying and Preventing Human Trafficking Training Class - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Shawnee County Deputy Melissa Mossman will provide a training session that will focus on the vulnerability of children in the human trafficking trade\, indicators of exploitation\, Kansas State Statutes and how Law Enforcement is approaching it. To attend\, please contact Lance Wilson at lanwilson@kvc.org or 785-207-3403 . \nNo childcare will be provided.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/identifying-and-preventing-human-trafficking-training-class-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T130000
DTSTAMP:20190321T180258Z
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UID:10001174-1555153200-1555160400@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Clothing Giveaway for Foster Families - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Open Heart Outreach is hosting a clothing giveaway for foster families at our KVC Topeka office on April 13th from 11am to 1pm. If you have any questions\, please contact Lance Wilson at lanwilson@kvc.org or 785-409-6980.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/clothing-giveaway-for-foster-families-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190502
DTSTAMP:20190104T222158Z
CREATED:20190104T222158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T222158Z
UID:10001166-1554076800-1556755199@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Take the First Step with TIPS-MAPP Training -  Topeka (5-Week Course)
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThis course is offered 2x/week for 5 weeks\, and KVC Kansas offers the training at no cost to participants. \nClass size is limited. Please call or email the organizer listed below for more details and to reserve your seat. \nAll classes are taught from 6pm – 9pm.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-take-the-first-step-with-tips-mapp-training-topeka-5-week-course/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190325
DTSTAMP:20190104T220607Z
CREATED:20190104T220607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T220607Z
UID:10001454-1552089600-1553471999@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Take the First Step with TIPS-MAPP Training -  Topeka (Weekend Course)
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThis course is offered over two weekends\, with one weekend off between classes. KVC Kansas offers the training at no cost to participants. \nClass size is limited. Please call or email the organizer listed below for more details and to reserve your seat. \nContact the organizer listed below for class times.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-take-the-first-step-with-tips-mapp-training-topeka-weekend-course-2/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190317
DTSTAMP:20190226T175129Z
CREATED:20190104T203728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190226T175129Z
UID:10001430-1551484800-1552780799@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Take the First Step with TIPS-MAPP Training -  Topeka
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThis is a 10-week course\, and KVC Kansas offers the training at no cost to participants. \nClass size is limited. Please call or email the organizer listed below for more details and to reserve your seat. \nAll classes are taught from 6pm – 9pm.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-take-the-first-step-with-tipps-mapp-training-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T200000
DTSTAMP:20190128T222119Z
CREATED:20180830T200737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190128T222119Z
UID:10001123-1550772000-1550779200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parent Advisory Board Meetings - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:The Foster Parent Advisory Board members serve as leaders of the greater foster parent population. All KVC foster parents are welcome to join the Foster Parent Advisory Board. \nMeetings will be held in the KVC Topeka office on the 3rd Thursday of each month. \nAll meetings held from 6pm – 8pm. \nUpcoming meetings: \n\nFebruary 21st
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/foster-parent-advisory-board-meetings-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190218T200000
DTSTAMP:20190128T222312Z
CREATED:20180830T201108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190128T222312Z
UID:10001124-1550512800-1550520000@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parent Face to Face Trainings - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Foster Parent Face to Face Trainings will be offered in the Topeka office on the 3rd Monday of each month from 6-8 pm. \nUpcoming dates: \n\nFebruary 18th
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/foster-parent-face-to-face-trainings-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190204
DTSTAMP:20190128T222226Z
CREATED:20190104T220034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190128T222226Z
UID:10001455-1549065600-1549238399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Take the First Step with TIPS-MAPP Training -  Topeka (Weekend Course)
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThis course is offered over two weekends\, with one weekend off between classes. KVC Kansas offers the training at no cost to participants. \nClass size is limited. Please call or email the organizer listed below for more details and to reserve your seat. \nContact the organizer listed below for class times.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-to-foster-or-adopt-take-the-first-step-with-tips-mapp-training-topeka-weekend-course/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181218T210000
DTSTAMP:20181217T224342Z
CREATED:20180213T223800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181217T224342Z
UID:10001103-1545156000-1545166800@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Want to Foster or Adopt? Take the First Step with TIPPS-MAPP Training -  Topeka
DESCRIPTION:One of the first and most important steps to becoming a licensed foster or adoptive parent is to complete TIPS-MAPP classes (Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting). These classes are designed to prepare you to care for a child who may have experienced trauma and to provide you with many other supportive skills in your journey as a foster or adoptive parent. \nThis is a 10-week course\, and KVC Kansas offers the training at no cost to participants. \nClass size is limited\, so please call or email the organizer listed below for more details. \nAll classes are taught from 6pm – 9pm. \nUpcoming classes are as follows: \n\nDecember 18
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/want-foster-adopt-take-first-step-tipps-mapp-training-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Informational Session,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171219T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171219T210000
DTSTAMP:20170120T004352Z
CREATED:20170120T004352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T004352Z
UID:10001333-1513706400-1513717200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:First Aid/ CPR Training- Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Safety Training Solutions\, John Creager\, will be at the KVC Topeka office to provide face to face first aid and CPR training.  You much register for this event on the Safety Training Solutions website.  The first aid training is $25\, and the first aid/CPR combo training is $50.  Use the code “KVC” at checkout for a $5 discount.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/first-aid-cpr-training-topeka-20/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171215T120000
DTSTAMP:20171121T155707Z
CREATED:20171121T155707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T155707Z
UID:10001372-1513332000-1513339200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Community and Conversation Forum
DESCRIPTION:We encourage you to join us on December 15th from 10am – 12pm at the KVC Topeka office. We will discuss the challenges that face the Kansas child welfare system and how together we can make improvements. This discussion will help you understand how we can align our resources to strengthen and empower families in our communities\, which will ultimately keep kids safe and allow them to thrive! \n[gravityform id=”51″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/community-conversation-forum/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171207T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171207T210000
DTSTAMP:20170120T004023Z
CREATED:20170120T004023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T004023Z
UID:10001332-1512669600-1512680400@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:First Aid/ CPR Training- Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Safety Training Solutions\, John Creager\, will be at the KVC Topeka office to provide face to face first aid and CPR training.  You much register for this event on the Safety Training Solutions website.  The first aid training is $25\, and the first aid/CPR combo training is $50.  Use the code “KVC” at checkout for a $5 discount.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/first-aid-cpr-training-topeka-18/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kansas.kvc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2015/01/First-Aid-e1476980453698.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171128T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171128T210000
DTSTAMP:20170120T003842Z
CREATED:20170120T003842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T003842Z
UID:10001331-1511892000-1511902800@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:First Aid/ CPR Training- Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Safety Training Solutions\, John Creager\, will be at the KVC Topeka office to provide face to face first aid and CPR training.  You much register for this event on the Safety Training Solutions website.  The first aid training is $25\, and the first aid/CPR combo training is $50.  Use the code “KVC” at checkout for a $5 discount.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/first-aid-cpr-training-topeka-17/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kansas.kvc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2015/01/First-Aid-e1476980453698.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171109T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171109T210000
DTSTAMP:20170210T014444Z
CREATED:20170120T003701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170210T014444Z
UID:10001330-1510250400-1510261200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:First Aid/ CPR Training- Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Safety Training Solutions\, John Creager\, will be at the KVC Topeka office to provide face to face first aid and CPR training.  You much register for this event on the Safety Training Solutions website.  The first aid training is $25\, and the first aid/CPR combo training is $50.  Use the code “KVC” at checkout for a $5 discount.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/first-aid-cpr-training-topeka-16/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171109T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171109T210000
DTSTAMP:20170120T003211Z
CREATED:20170120T003211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T003211Z
UID:10001328-1510250400-1510261200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:First Aid/ CPR Training- Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Safety Training Solutions\, John Creager\, will be at the KVC Topeka office to provide face to face first aid and CPR training.  You much register for this event on the Safety Training Solutions website.  The first aid training is $25\, and the first aid/CPR combo training is $50.  Use the code “KVC” at checkout for a $5 discount.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/first-aid-cpr-training-topeka-15/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kansas.kvc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2015/01/First-Aid-e1476980453698.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171010T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171010T210000
DTSTAMP:20170120T003015Z
CREATED:20170120T003015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T003015Z
UID:10001293-1507658400-1507669200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:First Aid/ CPR Training- Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Safety Training Solutions\, John Creager\, will be at the KVC Topeka office to provide face to face first aid and CPR training.  You much register for this event on the Safety Training Solutions website.  The first aid training is $25\, and the first aid/CPR combo training is $50.  Use the code “KVC” at checkout for a $5 discount.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/first-aid-cpr-training-topeka-14/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kansas.kvc.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2015/01/First-Aid-e1476980453698.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170919T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170919T210000
DTSTAMP:20170120T002828Z
CREATED:20170120T002828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T002828Z
UID:10001294-1505844000-1505854800@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:First Aid/ CPR Training- Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Safety Training Solutions\, John Creager\, will be at the KVC Topeka office to provide face to face first aid and CPR training.  You much register for this event on the Safety Training Solutions website.  The first aid training is $25\, and the first aid/CPR combo training is $50.  Use the code “KVC” at checkout for a $5 discount.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/first-aid-cpr-training-topeka-13/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170913T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170913T210000
DTSTAMP:20170120T033318Z
CREATED:20170120T013138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170120T033318Z
UID:10001348-1505325600-1505336400@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Foster/ Adoptive Parent Information Night- Shawnee County
DESCRIPTION:Interested in becoming a foster or adoptive parent? Join us on September 13th at the KVC Topeka office for the first Trauma Informed Partnering for Safety and Permanence – Model Approach To Partnering and Parenting class (TIPS-MAPP).  This free ten-week course\, led by certified professionals and experienced foster parents\, is comprised of weekly three-hour meetings with some homework assignments.  During this class\, participants will gain a better understanding of the skills and knowledge necessary for successful foster parenting. If you are interested in attending\, please contact the Community Resource Specialist listed below.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/foster-adoptive-parent-information-night-shawnee-county-3/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Informational Session
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