Por favor complete este registro si desea asistir al curso en línea De Familia to Familia de 8 semanas de NAMI NJ.

NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. The program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person with a mental health condition.

Dates of the Sessions: 7-9:30pm, Wednesdays
(The end times will vary between 9 and 9:30 pm depending on the class.)

• 1st Class               Wed, September 4, 2024
• 2nd Class             Wed, September 11, 2024
• 3rd Class               Wed, September 18, 2024
• 4th Class               Wed, September 25, 2024
• 5th Class               Wed, October 2, 2024
• 6th Class               Wed, October  9, 2024
• 7th Class               Wed, October 16, 2024
• 8th Class               Wed, October 23, 2024

Please commit to attend all sessions when registering.

Space is limited, and registration is required. We will reach out to you about your registration, and you will be placed on a waitlist if the class is full.

Tuesdays, 5:00-6:30pm ET.

The Red Book Training Course is an exciting opportunity for practitioners to brush up on their knowledge of federal child welfare law and learn tips to enhance their representation of children, parents, or the agency. NACC’s signature Red Book Training Course covers major dependency practice competency areas and is designed to assist you in preparing for the Child Welfare Law Specialist examination. The 2024 course will include material based on the Fourth Edition of Child Welfare Law and Practice: Representing Children, Parents, and Agencies in Neglect, Abuse, and Dependency Cases. During weekly webinars, the presenter will assist participants in breaking the material down, focusing on important concepts, and learning CWLS exam-taking strategies. This course will not cover every part of every chapter. The instructor has made intentional decisions about what information to cover in the time that is allotted for the course. If part of a chapter is not covered, that does not mean that content will not appear on the exam. Therefore, you should incorporate any parts that are not covered into your self-study plans. 

The registration fee is $225 per person for groups and NACC members ($125 for CWLS; $300 for nonmembers) and includes access to live sessions, recordings, the electronic Red Book, and the RBTC workbook. Email Training@NACCchildlaw.org for group registration. All sessions will be recorded and available for later viewing at the attendee’s convenience.   Hardcopies of the Red Book are available for purchase. A hardcopy Red Book is included in the Child Welfare Law Specialist application fee.

The 2024 Age-Friendly Ecosystem Summit is a virtual event, free and open to the public ~ and yes, it’s for anyone interested in issues related to aging, age-friendly initiatives, and Alzheimer’s disease (dementia-friendly). Registration will open up soon and we can send that information when we have it available. In the meantime, we do have a Facebook Group that anyone can join – here’s the link for that!

For more details visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/agefriendlyecosystems

Dates/Time: Oct 8, 9, 15, 16 from 1 – 3 PM Eastern

Creating a Family offers this evidence-based, trauma-informed workshop to help parents recognize the signs and symptoms of prenatal substance exposure and train them on techniques that work best with these kids. We are able to offer this workshop free with the support of the Jockey Being Family® Foundation.

How to Register

Participants should be prepared to be on-screen and participate in all discussions during the workshop, presented on Zoom. Complete the registration form in the link below (registration will open 30 days before Session 1). Seating is limited. We will contact the first 45 participants with instructions for completing the registration. If all seats are not registered within 3 days of Session 1, we will reach out to the waiting list to provide others the opportunity to attend.

Registration opens on October 8th for the fall sessions

This webinar aims to provide a stimulating look into the journey of a grandmother who has navigated the complex realms of both informal and formal kinship caregiving over different generations. Through storytelling, expert insights, and interactive discussions, participants will gain a deep understanding of the day-to-day experiences of kinship caregivers, the evolution of support systems, and practical strategies to support kinship families effectively.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to identify and describe the key differences between formal and informal kinship care, including the processes, benefits, and challenges associated with each type of care.
2. Participants will understand the historical and current landscape of kinship care support systems in Pennsylvania and be able to describe how these systems have evolved over the past 20 years to better support kinship caregivers.
3. Participants will be able to apply the insights and best practices discussed in the webinar to develop practical strategies for supporting kinship caregivers in their own professional or personal contexts.

As we observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we invite you to join us for a virtual Fireside Chat where we will introduce two tools of our Navigating Child Welfare Toolkit, created to empower and inform survivors of domestic violence when dealing with Child Protective Services (CPS).

Featured tools:

– “What to Expect When CPS is at Your Door: A Guide for Domestic Violence Survivors”

– This guide helps survivors understand what happens when CPS gets involved. It explains survivor’s rights and gives practical tips on how survivors can protect themselves and their children during the CPS investigation.

– “Know Your Rights” Card – This easy-to-carry card gives a quick overview of the rights of survivors when dealing with CPS.

Join us for Leading the Way: Skills and Inspiration for Both Providers and Directors virtual child care conference!

This engaging event features expert-led sessions, including “Inspiring the Creative in Children” by Richard Cohen, An interview with Sydney Gurewitz Clemens, and “Building Brains with Music” by Maryann “Mar.” Harman; plus 9 more informative talks.

Network with peers, gain actionable strategies, and reignite your passion for early childhood education from the comfort of your home. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and inspire those you care for—register today!

FREE!

Talking early and often with children about body safety is an essential component of child sexual abuse prevention—and should be part of everyday household safety routines​. ​Join guest panelists from Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) to learn practical ways that parents and caregivers can empower children to be body-aware, understand healthy boundaries, and identify strange behaviors that may be red flags for grooming. Panelists will share insight from professional work in the field of child abuse response, and from personal experience as advocates for safe kids in their families or communities. This session is geared for parents and caregivers, professionals interacting with children, and community members committed to creating safe places for Pennsylvania children. Handouts provided will include Signs of Abuse flyer and a kid-friendly 5 Body Safety Rules fridge poster.

Children’s Advocacy Centers of Pennsylvania is a nonprofit statewide coalition supporting 41 nationally accredited CACs that provide a child-friendly, trauma-informed, team approach to investigations of child abuse in Pennsylvania.

Difficulties with sensory processing are often confused with behavioral problems. Children who have been in foster care or adopted are at a heightened risk of experiencing these challenges. Learn about Sensory Processing Disorder; what it is, signs and symptoms, suggested ways that parents and teachers can help, and resources in the area. This two-part training provides parents with a hands-on experience.

Participants will hear a brief overview of the importance of tracking data on children and youth who re-enter foster care following a legally finalized adoption or guardianship, as well as common challenges to tracking such information. Using data from the Adoption and Foster Care Reporting and Analysis System (AFCARS), the presenters will demonstrate several approaches for generating calculations and how to choose an appropriate approach.

2024 Paving the Way to Educational Success Conference is a unique learning opportunity to support children and youth experiencing homelessness and students experiencing foster care. Join colleagues, and statewide, and national experts for the chance to dive deeper into resources, partnerships, and best practices to bolster thriving students. There is no cost to attend.

This year’s CCAoA Leadership Institute, Strong Leaders, Strong Child Care, helps state and local child care leaders sharpen their skills and seize the moment to make quality, affordable child care accessible to all children. Those leading the way to make child care strong in their states and the nation will gather to share practical expertise and real-world experience, and push each other to become a united force that’s in it to win it for child care.

Family & Caregiver support for LGBTQ+ Youth

As so many of us know, there are few higher and courageous callings than raising and caring for a child as they navigate the stages of their development into adulthood. “It takes a village” as they say. A significant milestone that youth will navigate are the identities that inevitably shape the direction of their hearts, the gender they will feel the most belonging within, and whom they will love. Many of us know how challenging, exciting and confusing a time this was as we etched out the contours of our identities- and there is no greater space and opportunity to be supported in that process than the safety of our homes. As caregivers we have control over how safe our homes are and will be for our children. Particularly our LGBTQ+ children. But what are the lessons and tools required in order for our LGBTQ+ youth to feel safe and to thrive?

What is an ally, how to be an ally and why it’s important? What tools can we learn to understand the language and identities of our LGBTQ+ brothers and sisters? How can families create brave and safe spaces for children to explore what their sexual identities may be without shame? What bridges can be built to foster understanding of sexual identities across diverse faith backgrounds?

Fee: $0.00

Many people may assume that you’re only eligible for Medicare if you’re an older or disabled U.S. citizen—but that’s not always the case. Join us for this Medicare Minute, where we’ll discuss Medicare eligibility for people who aren’t U.S. citizens.

Medicare Minutes are short, engaging presentations on current Medicare topics hosted by the Medicare Rights Center. Each month’s presentation is streamed live on your Medicare Interactive profile and will help you learn more about your benefits and make the most of your Medicare coverage.

Join us for a live and interactive discussion that will explore how this benefit can assist veterans and their families with the costs associated with assisted living, memory care, or in-home care.

Understanding the Benefit Eligibility Criteria Application Process.

Scott Ferguson, Care Planning Strategies and Veterans Benefits Assistance Program are independent consultants and not affiliated with any government agency.

$210.00

$210.00

The National Caregivers Conference provides a platform for innovation and collaboration among thought leaders and caregivers. The Conference includes a compelling variety of workshop sessions, resources, and much more. The workshops and presentations center around caregiving in the post-pandemic era. The conference will serve as a networking opportunity for caregivers to gain social support.

There are over 43.5 million family caregivers in the nation providing 24/7 care to a loved one who is aging, has a disability, has a chronic condition, or is a veteran. The National Caregivers Conference is bringing fellow leaders and influencers together who are dedicated to improving the lives of caregivers. Join us at this bi-annual event, and be at the forefront of a technological shift in caregiving.