Here is where we will keep you in the loop on our upcoming information sessions and trainings!
Information Sessions are a “no commitment” way to get more information about Foster Care, the approval process and what it takes to become a Resource Parent. If you are interested in becoming a Resource Parents, you will need to attend an information session before you begin the pre-service training.
Currently, a majority of our Information Sessions are being held virtually.
Join us via zoom on Thursday, January 9th, 2025, for an information session!
RSVP to [email protected]
Winter PRIDE is coming up in January!
This series features in-person and virtual training as well as on-line learning between sessions:
Thursday, January 23, 2025 (6-9pm VIRTUAL): Introduction to Modern Foster Care.
Online topics to complete: Child Welfare Team, Child Abuse and Neglect, and Child Development
Thursday, January 30, 2025 (6-9PM VIRTUAL): Loss, Trauma and Resilience,
Self-Esteem
Online topics to complete: Working with Primary Families and Cultural Issues in Parenting
Saturday, February 8, 2025 (9:30am -4:30pm IN PERSON) Identity, Supporting Family Relationships & Protecting and Nurturing Children and Youth
Online topics to complete: Attachment, Behavior, and Caring for Children Who Have Been Sexually Abused
Thursday, February 13, 2025 (6-9pm VIRTUAL): Panel Night/Process, Requirements & Resource Parent Handbook.
Online topics to complete: Reducing Family Stress, The Impact of Fostering, and Foster Care to Adoption
This class is a hybrid (virtual/in person) class. The virtual classes will be held via zoom. The in person classes location will be at Shenandoah Valley Social Services
Reach out to Cassady Bush at [email protected] for more information regarding PRIDE training and to RSVP to attend the training.