State of Oregon: Resource Parents and Relative Caregivers - Ongoing Resource Parent Live Online Training Opportunities

ODHS Child Welfare coordinates a variety of live/online training offerings for resource parents, relative resource parents and adoptive/guardianship families. Training sessions range between 1-3 hours long and will be hosted on Zoom. All registration occurs by clicking the registration link and filling out a form – there is no need to create an account to request registration. For registration step-by-step assistance, review our How to Register Guide. At least one topic will be hosted each month with simultaneous Spanish interpretation. All topics can be counted toward ongoing training hours for recertification as an ODHS Child Welfare Certified Resource Family.

Please review Virtual Training Participant Expectations and Zoom Technical Assistance links prior to attending Training English ~ Español

For any questions or assistance with registration, please contact Resource.FamilyTraining@dhsoha.state.or.us

Classes offered January through July 2021

Month	Class Name	Description
May	Collaborative Strategies for Caregivers	Date: 5/17/2010 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Understand why challenging kids are challenging and will begin to create new strategies for meaningful collaboration. Registration
May	Lying, Opposition & Shutting Down: 3 Questions to Ask When Facing These Challenging Behaviors by Robyn Gobbel, LMSW, hosted by ORPARC	Date: 5/24/2021 Time: 10:00 - 1:00 pm Course Synopsis: What if we could solve challenging behaviors by asking ourselves three questions? It really is that simple though definitely not that easy! Our children's behaviors are simply what we see on the outside that tell us about what's happening on the inside. If we want to fix a behavior, we need to fix what's happening on the inside and stop playing behavior whack-a-mole- maybe one behavior gets fixed but it just pops up somewhere else. This three-hour webinar will teach parents and professionals the three questions to ask when faced with difficult behaviors. Then together we will ask those questions (and answer them!) with three specific behaviors - lying, opposition, and shutting down. Registration
May	Trauma Informed Responding	Date: 5/25/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Gain practical information about responding to disclosures of sexual abuse and ways to support youth in your care who have been sexually abused. Registration
May	Parents and Resource (Foster) Parents: A Model for Co-Parenting	Parents and Resource (Foster) parents with lived experience of the Oregon Child Welfare system will come together to describe their challenges and successes in working together to co-parent for the benefit of children in their care. They will share their stories and answer your questions. Common themes for discussion include: providing medical, dental and mental health care collaboratively, strategies for productive, positive communication within families, and supporting parents who are newly in recovery to build natural supports. Dates: May 27; June 24; July 29th (all 6-7:30pm) Registration
June	Introduction to Adoption and Guardianship Mediation	Date: 6/3/2021 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm This training will be an overview of the benefits and process of developing agreements for contact communication between birth and adoptive/guardian families. Registration
June	Understanding and Supporting Foster Youth Who Identify as LGBTQIA+	Date: 6/7/2021 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Provides participants with a basic understanding of what it means to be an LGBTQ youth in today’s society, the impacts of caregivers support, and how to provide support and affirmation to LGBTQ youth in our care. Registration
June	Dealing with Dis-R-E-S-P-E-C-T by Jessica Sinarski, LPCMH, hosted by ORPARC	Date: 6/7/2021 Time: 10:00am-1:00pm Course Synopsis: Wondering the best ways to deal with the sassy, swearing, door-slamming behaviors that push all your buttons? Let's get practical in this workshop to: 1. Tame your trigger so you don't flip your lid. 2. Practice effective ways to teach respect. 3. Gain some skills for de-escalating disrespectful moments. 4. Build compassion for the pain or fear that might be behind some prickly porcupine behavior. Registration
June	Talking About Race and Culture with Young Children	Date: 6/8/2021 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Caregivers will gain more insight about the need to discuss race and culture with young children. Gain practical ideas and tools about how to discuss race and culture with young children to promote self-worth and feel seen and acknowledged. Additional Resource: ODHS Child Welfare Resource List (English) (Spanish) Registration
June	Youth Thrive: Adolescent Development and Youth Resilience	Date: 6/9/2021 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 6:00 - 9:00 pm Based in strengths-based and positive psychology perspectives, the Youth Thrive training gives foster parents, relative caregivers and adoptive parents the concrete knowledge they need to understand young people and promote their long-term well-being. Additional Resource: Advancing Healthy Adolescent Development and Wellbeing YouthThrive 9:00 am Registration 6:00 pm Registration
June	Supporting Children with Sexual Behaviors	Date: 6/14/2021 Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am {Also 6/15 @ 6:00 - 8:00 pm) Many children engage in sexual behaviors. Most of the time, this behavior falls into the "common" or "healthy" range. Sometimes, children engage in "concerning," "problematic," or "harmful" sexual behaviors. This is a sign that they are off-track developmentally and need their caretakers and possibly a professional to help them change their behaviors and get back on track. Learn user-friendly methods to identify if the behavior is common/concerning/harmful and tips to respond. This presentation is facilitated by CARES NW. This course is available again 7/20. (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation 6/14!) Additional Resource: CARES NW resource list (English and Spanish) Registration
June	Supporting Children with Sexual Behaviors	Date: 6/15/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Many children engage in sexual behaviors. Most of the time, this behavior falls into the "common" or "healthy" range. Sometimes, children engage in "concerning," "problematic," or "harmful" sexual behaviors. This is a sign that they are off-track developmentally and need their caretakers and possibly a professional to help them change their behaviors and get back on track. Learn user-friendly methods to identify if the behavior is common/concerning/harmful and tips to respond. This presentation is facilitated by CARES NW. This course is available again 7/20. (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation 6/14!) Additional Resource: CARES NW resource list (English and Spanish) Registration
June	Navigating Tribal Identity (ICWA Part 3)	Date: 6/22/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) training series is a 4 part series. In Part 3, hear from Tribal members from the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs and Confederated Tribes of Coos Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw who will share their personal stories and how they have navigated their cultural identity. Registration
June	Parents and Resource (Foster) Parents: A Model for Co-Parenting	Parents and Resource (Foster) parents with lived experience of the Oregon Child Welfare system will come together to describe their challenges and successes in working together to co-parent for the benefit of children in their care. They will share their stories and answer your questions. Common themes for discussion include: providing medical, dental and mental health care collaboratively, strategies for productive, positive communication within families, and supporting parents who are newly in recovery to build natural supports. Dates: June 24; July 29th (all 6-7:30pm) Registration
July	Healthy Relationships for Teens	Date: 7/19/2021 Time: 9:00 -11:00 am (Also 7/29 @ 6:00 - 8:00 pm) Healthy relationships are healing for youth who have lived through trauma. How can adults help support youth in seeking healthy relationships? How can you support youth as they navigate their personal boundaries as well as those of others? We will look at the foundations of healthy relationships, as well as consider the signs of unhealthy relationships. This presentation is being facilitated by CARES NW. (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation 7/29!) Additional Resource: Decreasing Teen Dating Violence Resource Page Registration
July	Supporting Children with Sexual Behaviors	Date: 7/20/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Many children engage in sexual behaviors. Most of the time, this behavior falls into the "common" or "healthy" range. Sometimes, children engage in "concerning," "problematic," or "harmful" sexual behaviors. This is a sign that they are off-track developmentally and need their caretakers and possibly a professional to help them change their behaviors and get back on track. Learn user-friendly methods to identify if the behavior is common/concerning/harmful and tips to respond. This presentation is facilitated by CARES NW. Additional Resource: CARES NW resource list (English and Spanish) Registration
July	Understanding Tribal Culture, Customs & Ceremonies (ICWA Part 4)	Date: 7/21/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) training series is a 4 part series. In Part 4, Tribal members from the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and Confederated Tribes of Coos Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw will discuss the importance of cultural connections, understanding traditional ceremonies and your role as a foster parent and relative caregiver. Registration
July	Healthy Relationships for Teens	Date: 7/29/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Healthy relationships are healing for youth who have lived through trauma. How can adults help support youth in seeking healthy relationships? How can you support youth as they navigate their personal boundaries as well as those of others? We will look at the foundations of healthy relationships, as well as consider the signs of unhealthy relationships. This presentation is being facilitated by CARES NW. (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation 7/29!) Additional Resource: Decreasing Teen Dating Violence Resource Page Registration
July	Parents and Resource (Foster) Parents: A Model for Co-Parenting	Parents and Resource (Foster) parents with lived experience of the Oregon Child Welfare system will come together to describe their challenges and successes in working together to co-parent for the benefit of children in their care. They will share their stories and answer your questions. Common themes for discussion include: providing medical, dental and mental health care collaboratively, strategies for productive, positive communication within families, and supporting parents who are newly in recovery to build natural supports. Registration

Month	Date	Class Name	Description
January	1/13/2021	Adoption Assistance/Guardian Assistance	Date: 1/13/2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm Learn about the purpose of Adoption and Guardianship assistance, the application process, and determination of Adoption/Guardianship assistance benefits. Additional Resource: State of Oregon Adoption/Guardianship Assistance Program Registration
January	1/14/2021	Responding to Families when Drug and Alcohol are a Factor	Date: 1/14/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm This course will offer information, resources and strategies to engage with parents who are still using substances or are newly in recovery from their addiction. Registration
February	2/2/2021	Juggling COVID, School, Work and Life	Date: 2/2/2021 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Explore the juggling act of life, parenting, distance learning and work during the pandemic while still advocating for the needs of your family. Hear from a current foster/adoptive parent on strategies you can take! Registration
February	2/10/2021	Youth Thrive: Social Connection and Cognitive Social-Emotional Competencies	Date: 2/10/2021 Time: 9:00 am -12:00 pm and 6:00 - 9:00 pm Get concrete the knowledge needed to understand young people and promote their long-term well-being. This course is offered again 5/12/21. Additional Resource: Cognitive and Social-Emotional Competence in Youth Center for the Study of Social Policy Registration
January	1/25/2021	Preparing Your Family for Adoption	Date: 1/25/2021 Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Explore the different aspects of adoption including: family dynamics, infertility struggles, impacts to other children in the home, and what adoptive children wish their caregivers had known. This course is also offered again 4/8/21. Additional Resource: ORPARC resource list - books, media and informational packets Registration
January	1/26/2021	Supporting Children with Sexual Behaviors	Date: 1/26/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Many children engage in sexual behaviors. Most of the time, this behavior falls into the "common" or "healthy" range. Sometimes, children engage in "concerning," "problematic," or "harmful" sexual behaviors. This is a sign that they are off-track developmentally and need their caretakers and possibly a professional to help them change their behaviors and get back on track. Learn user-friendly methods to identify if the behavior is common/concerning/harmful and tips to respond. This presentation is facilitated by CARES NW. This course is offered again 6/14/21; 6/15/21 and 7/20/21. Additional Resource: CARES NW resource list (English and Spanish) Registration
January	1/28/2021	Parents and Resource (Foster) Parents: A Model for Co-Parenting	Date: 1/28/2021 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm Join a panel discussion of Oregon Parents and Resource (Foster) Parents as they share their experiences of partnering together to co-parent the children they both care for. This course is also offered again 2/25/21. (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation!) Additional Resources: Podcasts from Casey Family Programs and Factsheets CW Info Gateway Registration
January	1/31/2021	Ongoing Support & Training with the KEEP Program	KEEP is a support and skill enhancement program for foster and kinship families across Oregon. The program provides a toolkit of evidence-based parenting strategies along with the opportunity to connect, learn and share virtually. All families caring for foster youth ages 4-18 are welcome to join in. Earn a $25 gift card for each weekly session you attend! Culturally-specific groups for Native American families and youth, Spanish-language groups and groups for families caring for LGBTQIA+ youth are also available. Ongoing Support & Training with the KEEP Program
February	2/11/2021	Intro to TBRI	Date: 2/11/2021 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) is an evidence-based, trauma-informed, attachment-based model to help children and their loved ones. Learn the basic elements of TBRI and how it applies to your role as caregiver. Additional Resource: TBRI Video Resources Karyn Purvis Institute Registration
February	2/18/2021	Trauma Informed Parenting	Part 1 - Date: 2/18/2021 Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation!) Part 2 - Date: 2/19/2021 Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation!) Join us in a two part series about parenting children who have experienced trauma. Gain an understanding of the effects of trauma on the developing brain of children. Registration for both parts are required. This course 2 part series is offered again 4/14/21 and 4/15/21. Additional Resource: Parenting a Child Who Has Experienced Trauma Child Welfare Information Gateway Registration - Part 1 Registration -Part 2
February	2/23/2021	Collaborative Strategies for Caregivers	Date: 2/23/2021 Time: 5:30 - 8:30 pm Understand why challenging kids are challenging and begin to create new strategies for meaningful collaboration. This course is also offered again 5/17/21. Registration
February	2/24/2021	Youth Transition Planning 101 for Caregivers	Date: 2/24/2021 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm Are you caring for a youth age 14 and up? This training will focus on the preparation for transitioning youth to adulthood and out of foster care. Additional Resource: “Preparation for Adulthood" online course FosterClub Registration
February	2/25/2021	Parents and Resource (Foster) Parents: A Model for Co-Parenting	Date: 2/25/2021 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm Join a panel discussion of Oregon Parents and Resource (Foster) Parents as they share their experiences of partnering together to co-parent the children they both care for. Registration
March	3/3/2021	ICWA Part 1	Date: 3/3/2021 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm (Also offered 3/6 @ 10:00 - 11:30 am and 3/9 @ 6:00 -7 :30 pm) The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is a four part series starting in March and ending in July. In Part 1, caregivers will gain understanding of the purpose of ICWA; the history behind ICWA; an overview of Federal Policies affecting Native American people/Tribes; Federal ICWA components and Oregon ICWA statute. Additional Resource: Indian Child Welfare Act Video NARF Registration - Part 1
March	3/6/2021	ICWA - Part 1	Date: 3/6/2021 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am (Also offered 3/9 @ 6:00 -7 :30 pm) The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is a four part series starting in March and ending in July. In Part 1, caregivers will gain understanding of the purpose of ICWA; the history behind ICWA; an overview of Federal Policies affecting Native American people/Tribes; Federal ICWA components and Oregon ICWA statute. Additional Resource: Indian Child Welfare Act Video NARF Registration - Part 1
March	3/9/2021	ICWA - Part 1	Date: 3/9/2021 Time: 6:00 -7 :30 pm The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is a four part series starting in March and ending in July. In Part 1, caregivers will gain understanding of the purpose of ICWA; the history behind ICWA; an overview of Federal Policies affecting Native American people/Tribes; Federal ICWA components and Oregon ICWA statute. Additional Resource: Indian Child Welfare Act Video NARF Registration - Part 1
March	3/4/2021	Understanding and Supporting Foster Youth Who Identify as LGBTQIA+	Date: 3/4/2021 Time: 5:30 - 8:30 pm Gain a basic understanding of what it means to be an LGBTQIA+ youth in today’s society, the impacts of caregivers support, and how to provide support and affirmation to LGBTQIA+ youth in our care. This course is offered again 6/7/ 2021 Additional Resource: Caring for LGBTQ Youth Recorded Webinar All Children All Families Registration
March	3/8/2021	Youth Suicide Awareness for Families	Date: 3/8/2021 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm Increase your knowledge of suicide awareness; become aware of risk factors, increase communication around suicide, and identify ways youth suicide can be addressed. This training is offered by the Oregon Family Support Network. Additional Resource: Crisis Lines (Oregon and Nationally) Registration
March	3/10/2021	Youth Thrive: Adolescent Development and Youth Resilience	Date: 3/10/2021 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 6:00 - 9:00 pm Based in strengths-based and positive psychology perspectives, this Youth Thrive training gives foster parents, relative caregivers and adoptive parents the concrete knowledge they need to understand young people and promote their long-term well-being. This course is offered again 6/9/21. (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation 3/10 from 6-9pm!) Additional Resource: Advancing Healthy Adolescent Development and Wellbeing YouthThrive Registration
March	3/31/2021	Independent Living Program Services	Date: 3/31/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Learn about the variety of skill development options that youth in foster care can access when connected to the Independent Living Program and your role as a caregiver in advocating for youth in your care. Additional Resource: State of Oregon Independent Living Program Registration
April	4/3/2021	ICWA - Part 2	Date: 4/3/2021 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am (Also 4/7/2021 @ 6 - 7:30 pm and 4/13/2021 @ 6 - 7:30 pm) The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) training series is a 4 part series. In Part 2, caregivers will understand ICWA requirements and Placement Preference; Oregon Tribes & Placement; and Tribal-State Agreements. Additional Resource: Heart of ICWA (Becky) Video and Heart of ICWA (Lukas) Video NICWA Registration
April	4/7/2021	ICWA - Part 2	Date: 4/7/2021 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm (Also 4/13/2021 @ 6 - 7:30 pm) The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) training series is a 4 part series. In Part 2, caregivers will understand ICWA requirements and Placement Preference; Oregon Tribes & Placement; and Tribal-State Agreements. Additional Resource: Heart of ICWA (Becky) Video and Heart of ICWA (Lukas) Video NICWA Registration
April	4/13/2021	ICWA - Part 2	Date: 4/13/2021 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) training series is a 4 part series. In Part 2, caregivers will understand ICWA requirements and Placement Preference; Oregon Tribes & Placement; and Tribal-State Agreements. Additional Resource: Heart of ICWA (Becky) Video and Heart of ICWA (Lukas) Video NICWA Registration
April	4/8/2021	Adoption Process Overview for Caregivers	Date: 4/8/2021 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Understand the ODHS adoption process in more detail and have your questions answered by adopting children from the Oregon Child Welfare program. (Available with Simultaneous Spanish Interpretation!) Additional Resource: State of Oregon Adoption Program Registration
April	4/10/2021	Preparing Your Family for Adoption	Date: 4/10/2021 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Explore the different aspects of adoption including: family dynamics, infertility struggles, impacts to other children in the home, and what adoptive children wish their caregivers had known. Additional Resource: ORPARC resource list - books, media and informational packets Registration
April	4/14/2021	Trauma Informed Parenting	Part 1 - Date: 4/14/2021 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Part 2 - Date: 4/15/2021 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Join us in a two part series about parenting children who have experienced trauma. Gain an understanding of the effects of trauma on the developing brain of children. Registration for both parts are required. Additional Resource: Parenting a Child Who Has Experienced Trauma Child Welfare Information Gateway Registration - Part 1 Registration - Part 2
April	4/27/2021	Partnering with Children and Families who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing	Date: 4/27/2021 Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm This training will focus on resources and supports for caregivers working with families in which either one or both of the birth parents and/or their children are Deaf or hard of hearing, and will address issues of communication access, language continuity when ASL is the primary language, as well as social and emotional needs of Deaf and hard of hearing children. This course is offered again 5/11. (Available with Simultaneous ASL Interpretation!) Registration
May	5/3/2021	Trauma Informed Responding	Date: 5/3/2021 Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am (Also 5/25/2021 @ 6:00 - 8:00 pm) Gain practical information about responding to disclosures of sexual abuse and ways to support youth in your care who have been sexually abused. Registration
May	5/25/2021	Trauma Informed Responding	Date: 5/25/2021 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Gain practical information about responding to disclosures of sexual abuse and ways to support youth in your care who have been sexually abused. Registration
May	5/4/2021	All About Me (How to develop All About Me Books)	Date: 5/4/2021 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm Marvel at the potential of the All About Me Books! These are engaging tools that help children make sense of their lives, create a snapshot of their lives at a moment in time, enhance their self-worth, and express their thoughts and feelings productively. Additional Resource: ORPARC Resource List (Lifestory Books) Registration

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