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# SLO Foster Care

You have the ability to change someone’s life.

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## Events

- [What’s Up Wednesday – “Releasing Trauma Through Breathwork”](https://slofostercare.com/event/whats-up-wednesday-releasing-trauma-through-breathwork/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/zMr4AR6mxnUCQkmS9 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Explore the connection between breathwork and trauma release. Discover techniques that regulate the nervous system, promote emotional processing, and help trauma survivors reconnect with their bodies for a renewed sense of balance.
- [Specialized Training – “Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Part 2"](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-adverse-childhood-experiences-aces-part-2/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/h44mJNk1jZAxi6K89 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Adverse Childhood Experiences is the term used to describe all types of abuse, neglect, and other potentially traumatic childhood experiences. ACEs have been linked to risky health behaviors, chronic health conditions, low life potential, and early death. We cannot change the trauma experienced, but we
- [Specialized Training – “The First Steps to Help a Challenging Child"](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-the-first-steps-to-help-a-challenging-child/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/qSCwoJWf5oZponUT8 Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* How do we start? What do we say? What do we do? Join us to find a clear path and avoid the potholes and speedbumps as you guide a child to success. Nancy Thomas has the GPS to share the right road with you to get
- [Specialized Training – “Sibling Rivalry](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-sibling-rivalry/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/sLdUApZKs1CdNipi6 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Discover how our interactions can often increase the tantrums. Do you feel like your kids are constantly fighting? You’re not alone, but you don’t have to live this way. You can minimize the sibling rivalry and bring more calm to your home. Strongly recommended for
- [Specialized Training – “Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Part 1”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-adverse-childhood-experiences-aces-part-1/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/QNDQdonUDpeTKxkV9 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Adverse Childhood Experiences is the term used to describe all types of abuse, neglect, and other potentially traumatic childhood experiences. ACEs have been linked to risky health behaviors, chronic health conditions, low life potential, and early death. We cannot change the trauma experienced, but we
- [CPR, AED & First Aid](https://slofostercare.com/event/cpr-aed-first-aid/) - To register, please call (805) 781-1705 or click here: https://forms.gle/wfak6HHMPwe5PA7v9 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED & First aid – American Red Cross 2-year Certification. This class is free, however, if you are NOT a Resource Family, there will be a $30 charge for the issuance of your American
- [How to Correct While You Connect to a Trauma Effected Child](https://slofostercare.com/event/how-to-correct-while-you-connect-to-a-trauma-effected-child/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/61WBQgn1etknSWoCA Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* These parenting tools are the best of the best to stop the arguing and shouting and have some peace. Helping a child’s brain and heart to heal are the keys to saving your sanity while you guide them to success as an adult being respectful, responsible,
- [CPR, AED & First Aid](https://slofostercare.com/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-b-t/) - To register, please call (805) 781-1705 or click here: https://forms.gle/wfak6HHMPwe5PA7v9 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED & First aid – American Red Cross 2-year Certification. This class is free, however, if you are NOT a Resource Family, there will be a $30 charge for the issuance of your American
- [Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)- Child Sex Trafficking Education and Awareness](https://slofostercare.com/event/commercial-sexual-exploitation-of-children-csec-child-sex-trafficking-education-and-awareness/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/VF2s6hWxRWV5Dr549 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* This class focuses on understanding local and domestic child trafficking, how does it happen, who is a target, and how we can help. Strongly recommended for caregivers, professionals working with our population, SWs and ISFC homes.
- [What’s Up Wednesday – “Mindfulness and Wellbeing”](https://slofostercare.com/event/whats-up-wednesday-mindfulness-and-wellbeing/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/L39TpzhHHe9aavpq8 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* What is it and how you can incorporate more of it into your daily life. Learn techniques to teach children the art of mindfulness and presence.
- [Specialized Training – “Understanding Learning Disabilities- Frustration, Anxiety, and Tension (FAT) City Presentation”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-understanding-learning-disabilities-frustration-anxiety-and-tension-fat-city-presentation/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/teNpbwbkcqLeHXw57 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Rick Lavoie holds a class to show a group of teachers how the world looks from the struggling student’s point of view. This experience was made to help parents see truly how difficult their child’s day is. Strongly recommended for caregivers, professionals working with our
- [CWA – “The Teen Years”](https://slofostercare.com/event/cwa-the-teen-years/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/u54soB5FxmhyrVWq5 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* In this class we will look at development needs and milestones of youth through the years and how we can best support them through the process. Participants will identify three developmental needs of their youth and list three resources they can access to support their
- [Options for Recovery (OFR) – Family Staff Meeting](https://slofostercare.com/event/options-for-recovery-ofr-family-staff-meeting/) - Register here: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information. Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* These are mandatory meetings for OFR Homes. This session is for OFR Families and DSS Staff to discuss the OFR Program, OFR Respite, Reimbursement, OFR Support, OFR Community Resources, and group discussion regarding the benefits of mentoring birth parents.
- [What’s Up Wednesday – “Understanding ACEs”](https://slofostercare.com/event/whats-up-wednesday-understanding-aces/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/R38QnmPfu32kFdR86 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Learn about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Explore the impact of adverse childhood experiences on foster children’s well-being and discover strategies to promote resilience and healing.
- [Resource Family Orientation](https://slofostercare.com/event/resource-family-orientation-2/) - Register here: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information. Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* For San Luis Obispo County Prospective Resource Families only. Information will be provided about becoming a licensed Resource Family in San Luis Obispo County. This meeting is MANDATORY prior to attending the RFT Pre-certification. This will be conducted through Zoom.
- [Specialized Training – “TBRI for Caregivers – Part 2: Connecting](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-tbri-for-caregivers-part-2-connecting/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/Z7xpzHrDRmqWCrTo8 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Learn what secure attachment looks like between children and caregivers, as well as gain hands on ways to build a connection with your child that disarms fear, gains trust, and enhances learning, while building attachments. Understand the impact attachment history can have on children’s behavior
- [Specialized Training – “Advocating for Foster kids in the Classroom-Educational Rights”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-advocating-for-foster-kids-in-the-classroom-educational-rights/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/384BFKWjhyLN5bmX8 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Learn about advocating for foster youth in school and how to empower foster youth to succeed in school. Updated review of Foster Youth Educational Rights. Strongly recommended for caregivers, professionals working with our population, SWs and ISFC homes.
- [What’s Up Wednesday – “Non-Compliance and Defiance”](https://slofostercare.com/event/whats-up-wednesday-non-compliance-and-defiance/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/t8ZUoG328FqDaWCk6 Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Learn effective strategies to address non-compliance and defiance behaviors in foster children, promoting cooperation and positive behaviors.
- [Resource Family Informational Meeting](https://slofostercare.com/event/resource-family-informational-meeting/) - Register here: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information. Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* For San Luis Obispo County Prospective Resource Families Only Information will be provided about becoming a licensed Resource Family in San Luis Obispo County. This will be conducted through Zoom. You must RSVP to register.
- [Specialized Training – “Homework without the Battles”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-homework-without-the-battles/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/5VBxumv9gGueBbiV8 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Children naturally resist homework to one degree or another. We will present successful strategies parents can use to end homework battles and decrease frustration and arguing to bring an ease to the evening. Strongly recommended for caregivers, professionals working with our population, SWs and ISFC
- [Specialized Training – “TBRI for Caregivers – Intro & Overview”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-tbri-for-caregivers-intro-overview/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/jaajZ2nVzcSk7kZbA Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Gain a deeper understanding of TBRI (Trust Based Relational Intervention) an attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. We will touch on the 3 sets of TBRI principles: Connecting Correcting and Empowering. Learn about the impact of a
- [Specialized Training – “Starting School Strong Part 2”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-starting-school-strong-part-2/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/dBUyznVuLxdRvTE16 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* This class focuses on after school – as soon as the release bell rings. How do we greet our kids, homework strategies, and maintaining positive relational strategies all the way to bedtime. Strongly recommended for caregivers, professionals working with our population, SWs and ISFC
- [Specialized Training – “Understanding Art and Trauma”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-understanding-art-and-trauma/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/FzcJpuB42T81J1KE8 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Understanding how trauma can be expressed through art and how to provide opportunities to heal from art. Will discuss examples of art from children of all ages who have experienced trauma. Strongly recommended for caregivers, professionals working with our population, SWs and ISFC homes.
- [What’s Up Wednesday – “How to Release Trauma from the Body/Somatic Healing”](https://slofostercare.com/event/whats-up-wednesday-how-to-release-trauma-from-the-body-somatic-healing/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/74YZi5zEjSGSuARh8 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Learn somatic healing techniques and practice these techniques during class.
- [Resource Family Orientation](https://slofostercare.com/event/resource-family-orientation/) - Register here: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information. Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* For San Luis Obispo County Prospective Resource Families only. Information will be provided about becoming a licensed Resource Family in San Luis Obispo County. This meeting is MANDATORY prior to attending the RFT Pre-certification. This will
- [Specialized Training – “Starting School Strong Part 1”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-starting-school-strong-part-1/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/c2bf9jwCJHvrriTd8 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* This class focuses on what happens before school. Avoid the morning mayhem, strategies to get to school and work on time, and maintaining positive relational strategies. Strongly recommended for caregivers, professionals working with our population, SWs and ISFC homes.
- [Specialized Training – “Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Training”](https://slofostercare.com/event/specialized-training-question-persuade-refer-qpr-suicide-prevention-training/) - Register here: https://qprsuicidepreventiontrainingaugust2023.eventbrite.com Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer, 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. QPR teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to appropriate help. Join the
- [Resource Family Pre-Certification Training 5](https://slofostercare.com/event/resource-family-pre-certification-training-5/) - Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* TO ATTEND: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information and to register Mandatory training for anyone wanting to become a Resource Family. This is a 5 class training series. Please note: Each adult must complete the entire series for certification and “RFT Follow-Up Training within one month of licensing.
- [Resource Family Pre-Certification Training / Trust-Based Relational Intervention 2](https://slofostercare.com/event/resource-family-pre-certification-training-trust-based-relational-intervention-2/) - Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* TO ATTEND: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information and to register Mandatory training for anyone wanting to become a Resource Family. This is a 5 class training series. Please note: Each adult must complete the entire series for certification and “RFT Follow-Up Training within one month of licensing.
- [Resource Family Pre-Certification Training 3](https://slofostercare.com/event/resource-family-pre-certification-training-2/) - Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* TO ATTEND: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information and to register Mandatory training for anyone wanting to become a Resource Family. This is a 5 class training series. Please note: Each adult must complete the entire series for certification and “RFT Follow-Up Training within one month of licensing.
- [Resource Family Pre-Certification Training 1](https://slofostercare.com/event/resource-family-pre-certification-training/) - Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* TO ATTEND: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information and to register Mandatory training for anyone wanting to become a Resource Family. This is a 5 class training series. Please note: Each adult must complete the entire series for certification and “RFT Follow-Up Training within one month of licensing.
- [Resource Family Pre-Certification Training 2 / Trust-Based Relational Intervention 1](https://slofostercare.com/event/resource-family-pre-certification-training-2-trust-based-relational-intervention-1/) - Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* TO ATTEND: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information and to register Mandatory training for anyone wanting to become a Resource Family. This is a 5 class training series. Please note: Each adult must complete the entire series for certification and “RFT Follow-Up Training within one month of licensing.
- [Live Scan / RFT Fingerprinting](https://slofostercare.com/event/live-scan-rft-fingerprinting-5/) - To schedule an appointment, call 805-781-1973, between 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri.
- [Live Scan / RFT Fingerprinting](https://slofostercare.com/event/live-scan-rft-fingerprinting-4/) - To schedule an appointment, call 805-781-1973, between 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri.
- [Live Scan / RFT Fingerprinting](https://slofostercare.com/event/live-scan-rft-fingerprinting-3/) - To schedule an appointment, call 805-781-1973, between 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri.
- [Live Scan / RFT Fingerprinting](https://slofostercare.com/event/live-scan-rft-fingerprinting-2/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] To schedule an appointment, call 805-781-1973, between 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Live Scan / RFT Fingerprinting](https://slofostercare.com/event/live-scan-rft-fingerprinting/) - To schedule an appointment, call 805-781-1973, between 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri.
- [CWA – “Helpful Interventions for Teens Defiance”](https://slofostercare.com/event/cwa-helpful-interventions-for-teens-defiance/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/QBc3eAGTqW5k7oHM7 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Participants will be able to list three reasons why children refuse to comply and demonstrate three intervention strategies successfully. Strongly recommended for caregivers, professionals working with our population, SWs and ISFC homes. These trainings are MANDATORY for specialized homes.
- [What’s Up Wednesday – “Empathetic Listening Technique”](https://slofostercare.com/event/whats-up-wednesday-empathetic-listening-technique/) - Register here: https://forms.gle/uoHH6Duiy5iURbsL9 Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* Develop empathic listening skills to better understand and support the emotional needs of foster children.
- [Resource Family Informational Meeting:](https://slofostercare.com/event/1073/) - Register here: Call (805) 781-1705 for ZOOM information. Live Online Instruction *CAMERA ACCESS IS REQUIRED* For San Luis Obispo County Prospective Resource Families Only Information will be provided about becoming a licensed Resource Family in San Luis Obispo County. This will be conducted through Zoom. You must RSVP to register.