Find understanding and encouragement in a supportive community. Confidential - No RSVP required. Facilitated by Leeann Pennington, a CASA volunteer.

Part 3 of a 4-Part Training Series (Tuesdays 6/3, 6/17, 7/8 & 7/22 from 10-11:30 AM) Presenter - Darla Belflower, LCSW Session #3: Supporting Children Impacted by Parental Addiction: Understanding Family Dynamics and How to Talk to Children about Substance Use Disorders. Participants will: Understand the developmental, emotional, and behavioral impacts of parental substance use… Read More »Hope & Healing: Empowering Advocates to Support Families Impacted by Substance Use Disorders

Held: July 9, 16, 23, & 30 | 6–9 p.m. Forming a family through adoption is different than forming one biologically or being a foster family. While adoption brings great joy and happiness to families, children who have experienced the trauma of abuse, neglect, and the loss of their family of origin may also bring… Read More »SPAULDING Adoption Training

Part 4 of a 4-Part Training Series (Tuesdays 6/3, 6/17, 7/8 & 7/22 from 10-11:30 AM) Presenter - Darla Belflower, LCSW Session #4: Compassionate Advocacy: Staying Grounded While Making a Difference Participants will: Develop cultural humility skills to respectfully engage with people across different backgrounds to foster trust and resilience Understand the signs of compassion… Read More »Hope & Healing: Empowering Advocates to Support Families Impacted by Substance Use Disorders

Find understanding and encouragement in a supportive community.

This is your opportunity to have questions answered about educational support for students impacted by foster care. We’ll discuss how to meet the ever-changing needs of our children. This session will discuss the ins and outs of school interventions for students prior to requesting an Individual Education Plan (IEP), including tutoring, math and reading readiness,… Read More »Ask the Advocate: Preparing for School’s Start