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Openness in Adoption (Omaha)

NCHS Margre Durham Center 4939 S 118th St, Omaha, NE, United States

In this workshop we will be presenting information that is biased towards encouraging openness withing the context of adoption. This is done by keeping the child in mind while managing the adult relationships that are present within the adoption constellation. Openness on a continuum is explored with an emphasis on communication within the adoptive family and between all... Read more »

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Attachment in Adoption and Permanency (Omaha)

NCHS Margre Durham Center 4939 S 118th St, Omaha, NE, United States

This workshop helps participants understand the importance of attachment in parenting both for the children and parents who are fostering or adopting. It covers the impact of fractured attachments/lack of attachments on children’s ability to attach and identifies strategies to develop healthy attachment bonds. This also covers developing trust and developing children’s sense of connectedness... Read more »

Get Tickets Free – $25.00

Families Forever Support Group (Virtual for Grand Island)

Virtual Zoom

Please note that for the month of April the Grand Island support group will be offered virtually. Contact Lisa Kelly at lkelly@nchs.org or 402.575.0022 to receive the Zoom link. Social and informal support networks provide parents and families the opportunity to learn from one another and maintain resiliency when experiencing a crisis. We believe adoptive... Read more »

Parenting Strategies (Lincoln)

NCHS Joshua Collingsworth Center 4700 Valley Rd, Lincoln, NE, United States

In this interactive workshop, the framework of the Seven Core Issues will be used to explore specific actions, activities, and strategies to help strengthen families and promote attachment and communication. All should leave the workshop with practical skills/ideas that can be implemented as desired in the family home. This training will be held in-person at... Read more »

Get Tickets Free – $25.00

Talking About Adoption: Conversations with Your Adopted Child (Virtual)

Virtual Zoom

This conversational workshop will explore the opportunities and challenges in helping your adopted or foster child learn, know and claim their own story. Spanning developmental stages, the importance of eliminating secrecy and promoting a healthy understanding of the child’s whole story is explored. Strategies to use with children of different developmental ages is a central... Read more »

Get Tickets Free – $25.00

Families Forever Support Group (Omaha)

NCHS Margre Durham Center 4939 S 118th St, Omaha, NE, United States

Social and informal support networks provide parents and families the opportunity to learn from one another and maintain resiliency when experiencing a crisis. We believe adoptive and guardianship families can learn so much from each other and that there is no one better to receive support from, than those that “get it” or have walked... Read more »

Spring into Fun with Families Forever (Lincoln and Omaha)

Sun Valley Lanes and Games 321 Victory Lane, Lincoln, NE, United States

Get ready to roll into spring with Families Forever! It's time to shake off the winter blues and let loose with an afternoon of excitement and laughter. Current and former Families Forever participants are welcome to join us. Enjoy: • One hour of bowling (2:30-3:30) • Choice of Laser Tag or Putt-Putt • Selection of... Read more »

Families Forever Support Group (Lincoln)

NCHS Joshua Collingsworth Center 4700 Valley Rd, Lincoln, NE, United States

Social and informal support networks provide parents and families the opportunity to learn from one another and maintain resiliency when experiencing a crisis. We believe adoptive and guardianship families can learn so much from each other and that there is no one better to receive support from, than those that “get it” or have walked... Read more »

Attachment in Adoption and Permanency (Virtual)

Virtual Zoom

This workshop helps participants understand the importance of attachment in parenting both for the children and parents who are fostering or adopting. It covers the impact of fractured attachments/lack of attachments on children’s ability to attach and identifies strategies to develop healthy attachment bonds. This also covers developing trust and developing children’s sense of connectedness... Read more »

Get Tickets Free – $25.00

Spring into Fun with Families Forever (Grand Island)

The Community Fieldhouse 525 E Fonner Park Road, Grand Island, United States

Get ready to bounce into spring with Families Forever! It's time to shake off the winter blues and let loose with an afternoon of excitement and laughter. Current and former Families Forever participants are welcome to join us. Enjoy: • Reserved section of turf for non-stop fun and games • Access to the indoor playground... Read more »

Attachment Activities (Grand Island)

NCHS Grand Island 1028 N Webb Rd, STE C, Grand Island

This interactive workshop highlights the importance of secure attachment and helps parents establish attachment and connection with their adoptive, foster or guardianship child. Learn strategies and activities that can be implemented in the home to strengthen bonds and build family connections with children of all ages. This training will be held in-person at our Grand... Read more »

Get Tickets Free – $25.00

Talking About Adoption: Conversations with Your Adopted Child (Grand Island)

NCHS Grand Island 1028 N Webb Rd, STE C, Grand Island

This conversational workshop will explore the opportunities and challenges in helping your adopted or foster child learn, know and claim their own story. Spanning developmental stages, the importance of eliminating secrecy and promoting a healthy understanding of the child’s whole story is explored. Strategies to use with children of different developmental ages is a central... Read more »

Get Tickets Free – $25.00

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