Webinar

2 In-Service Credits

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Topic:Multi-Cultural Families II

Presenter:Khailah Cochran, embrella Community Education Coordinator

Description:Join us as we share techniquesto deal with awkward and intrusive questions when caring for family members of a different race or culture.

Please Note:Because of the sensitive nature of topics that could be discussed, it is recommended that children are not nearby during the meeting or that headphones are used.

Please plan to join our webinars 15 minutes prior to the start time.

For more information, or to cancel a previous reservation, please contact us at Support@embrella.org.

We look forward to seeing you!

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1 Credit Hour

Topic:Fostering Success: New Jersey Foster Care Scholars Program

Presenter:Sierra Ingram, embrella Scholarship Coordinator

Description:This course will guide you through the ins and outs of the NJFC Scholars Program, provide some key steps in preparing for college, and provide resources that can help you along the way.

Please plan to join 15 minutes prior to the start of the webinar.

For more information, or to cancel a previous reservation, please contact us at Support@embrella.org.

For more information, to register, or to cancel a previous reservation, please call Lazaro at609.250.6426 or email ABCFSA@embrella.org.

In-Person Meeting in Atlantic County

2 In-Service Credit Hours

Please RSVP by Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Topic:Life Books – Recording A Journey

Presenter: Lazaro Lugo, embrella Family Support Advocate
Atlantic, Burlington, and Cape May Counties

Description:During this meeting, caregivers will gain insight into Life Book creation and maintenance as well as its importance in building resilience to trauma for children and youth in care.

Connecting Families meetings provide an opportunity for caregivers to share experiences, challenges, and successes in a safe and supportive environment. embrella’s Connecting Families groups provide a welcoming community where you can share resource parenting tips and benefit from connecting with other caregivers who understand your situation.

Please note:Light refreshments and a raffle will be provided. Childcare is available and will be provide by CP&P staff. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.

Please plan to join our meetings 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.

We look forward to seeing you!

Virtual Meeting

Topic:Statewide 1 hour General Support Connecting Families Meeting

This meeting occurs every 2nd Thursday of the month.

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Description:This one-hour Statewide Connecting Families meeting is intended to create a space where caregivers can come share, connect, and explore experiences unique to resource and kinship caregivers. Join us for an open discussion about the topics that are most important to you, such as navigating visitation, raising teens, implementing NHA techniques, and other areas that interest you.

Because of the sensitive nature of topics that could be discussed, it is recommended that children are not nearby during the meeting or that headphones are used.

Please join us at 6:45 pm, as the meeting will begin promptly at 7:00 pm.

We look forward to seeing you!

Webinar

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1 Credit Hour

Topic:Understanding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Presenter:Narissa Jones, embrella Director of Scholarship Programs

Description: This training will review the financial aid process in detail and will also include the NJ state aid process, as well as other financial aid opportunities.

Please plan to join 15 minutes prior to the start of the webinar.

For more information, or to cancel a previous reservation, please contact us at Support@embrella.org.

Virtual Meeting

0.5 In-Service Credit Hours

For more information or to cancel a previous reservation, please call Courtney at 609.250.6411 or email CFSA@embrella.org.

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Topic:Understanding Trauma: Three Core Needs of Children – Healthy Connections

Presenter: Courtney Brown, Family Support Advocate
Camden County

Description:Caregivers will watch/discuss the second of three videos on the core needs of children and young people in care who have experienced trauma and adversity. These videos aim to help caregivers best support children and young people in care.

Connecting Families meetings provide an opportunity for caregivers to share experiences, challenges, and successes in a safe and supportive environment. embrella’s Connecting Families groups provide a welcoming community where you can share resource parenting tips and benefit from connecting with other caregivers who understand your situation.

Please note: Because of the sensitive nature of topics that could be discussed, it is recommended that children are not nearby during the meeting or that headphones are used.

Please plan to join 15 minutes prior to the meeting.

For more information, to register, or to cancel a previous reservation, please call Lindsay at 609.250.6410 or email OMFSA@embrella.org.

Ocean and Monmouth Counties
In-Person Meeting in Monmouth County

2 In-Service Credit Hours

Please RSVP by Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Topic:Life Books – Recording A Journey

Presenter: Lindsay Fox, embrella Family Support Advocate
Ocean and Monmouth Counties

Description:Join us this month as we partner with We Are Loved, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering foster children and foster youth by providing a safe environment based on empathy, love, and education!http://www.weareloved.info

During this meeting, caregivers will gain insight into Life Book creation and maintenance as well as its importance in building resilience to trauma for children and youth in care.

Connecting Families meetings provide an opportunity for caregivers to share experiences, challenges, and successes in a safe and supportive environment. embrella’s Connecting Families groups provide a welcoming community where you can share resource parenting tips and benefit from connecting with other caregivers who understand your situation.

Please note: Light refreshments and a raffle will be provided. Childcare is available and older children and youth will participate in their own break out groups. Pre-registration is required & space is limited.

Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting.

We look forward to seeing you!

embrella’s inaugural Power to End Adverse Childhood Experiences (P.E.A.C.E.) Initiative is a year-long series of educational workshopsand family/community engagement events for foster and adoptivecaregivers, youth, and Department of Children and Families (DCF) staff.These workshops and community events culminate with a day-longhealth and wellness P.E.A.C.E. Summit to be held on June 1, 2024.

Visit our P.E.A.C.E. Initiative page for the latest updates and information!

Topic: ACE Interface and Be the Change 1

Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Location: Secaucus, NJ

Description:Join us for a day long workshop that begins with a light breakfast and a three-hour ACE Interface training that will provide education on childhood adversity and the neurological, epigenetic, intergenerational, and cultural implications childhood adversity can have on adulthood.

Participants will then break for lunch before beginning the two-hour Be the Change workshop which builds on the 3-hour ACE Interface training and explains how to become a changemaker in your community using the Self-Healing Communities Capacity Building Model.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

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Webinar

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1 Credit Hour

Topic:Planning Your Next Steps: Life After High School

Presenter:Muneeza Chaudhary, embrella Scholarship Coordinator

Description:Walk through some key steps in preparing for postsecondary options, financial aid and additional education resources that can help you along the way.

Please plan to join 15 minutes prior to the start of the webinar.

For more information, or to cancel a previous reservation, please contact us at Support@embrella.org.

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Bergen County
In-Person Meeting

Topic:Topic to be determined.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

Virtual Meeting

Topic:Statewide 1-hour General Support Connecting Families Meeting

This meeting occurs every 2nd Thursday of the month.

Register Now

Description:This one-hour Statewide Connecting Families meeting is intended to create a space where caregivers can come share, connect, and explore experiences unique to resource and kinship caregivers. Join us for an open discussion about the topics that are most important to you, such as navigating visitation, raising teens, implementing NHA techniques, and other areas that interest you.

Because of the sensitive nature of topics that could be discussed, it is recommended that children are not nearby during the meeting or that headphones are used.

Please join us at 6:45 pm as the meeting will begin promptly at 7:00 pm.

We look forward to seeing you!

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Virtual Training

Topic:Nurtured Heart Approach 6-Hour Training

Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

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Caregivers must attend both training sessions on December 6th and December 7th to receive credit for this course.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

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Virtual Training

Topic:Nurtured Heart Approach 6-Hour Training

Time:6:00 – 9:00 pm

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Caregivers must attend both training sessions on December 6th and December 7th to receive credit for this course.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

SAVE THE DATE

Virtual Training

Topic:Nurtured Heart Approach 6-Hour Training

Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

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Caregivers must attend both training sessions on December 6th and December 7th to receive credit for this course.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

SAVE THE DATE

Virtual Training

Topic:Nurtured Heart Approach 6-Hour Training

Time:6:00 – 9:00 pm

Register Now

Caregivers must attend both training sessions on December 6th and December 7th to receive credit for this course.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

embrella’s inaugural Power to End Adverse Childhood Experiences (P.E.A.C.E.) Initiative is a year-long series of educational workshopsand family/community engagement events for foster and adoptivecaregivers, youth, and Department of Children and Families (DCF) staff.These workshops and community events culminate with a day-longhealth and wellness P.E.A.C.E. Summit to be held on June 1, 2024.

Visit our P.E.A.C.E. Initiative page for the latest updates and information!

Topic:Be the Change

Time: 7:00- 9:00pm

Location:Two-hour virtual event via Zoom

Description:Be the Change is a 2-hour workshop that explains and explores how to become a changemaker in your community using the well documented, proven Self-Healing Communities Capacity Building Model. Bring your own ideas for change for your community and work in groups to see how to make that change come to fruition. It is recommended, but not required, that participants have taken the ACE Interface 3-hour training prior to attending.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

Registration opening soon!

embrella’s inaugural Power to End Adverse Childhood Experiences (P.E.A.C.E.) Initiative is a year-long series of educational workshopsand family/community engagement events for foster and adoptivecaregivers, youth, and Department of Children and Families (DCF) staff.These workshops and community events culminate with a day-longhealth and wellness P.E.A.C.E. Summit to be held on June 1, 2024.

Visit our P.E.A.C.E. Initiative page for the latest updates and information!

Topic:What Happened to You?

Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm

Location:Red Bank, NJ

Description:A workshop that provides activities and education based upon Dr. Perry and Oprah Winfrey’s book, What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing. Caregivers will participate in mindfulness activities to put into practice techniques that are intended to nourish self-empathy and understanding.

We will also explore the science behind why these techniques work to help end intergenerational adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and promote positive childhood experiences (PCEs). Each participant will receive a copy of the book, What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing, at the event.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

Registration opening soon!

embrella’s inaugural Power to End Adverse Childhood Experiences (P.E.A.C.E.) Initiative is a year-long series of educational workshopsand family/community engagement events for foster and adoptivecaregivers, youth, and Department of Children and Families (DCF) staff.These workshops and community events culminate with a day-longhealth and wellness P.E.A.C.E. Summit to be held on June 1, 2024.

Visit our P.E.A.C.E. Initiative page for the latest updates and information!

Topic: ACE Interface and Be the Change 2

Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Location:Atlantic City, NJ

Description:Join us for an all-day workshop that begins with a light breakfast and a three-hour ACE Interface training that will provide education on childhood adversity and the neurological, epigenetic, intergenerational, and cultural implications childhood adversity can have on adulthood.

Participants will then break for lunch before beginning a two-hour Be the Change workshop that builds on the 3-hour educational training and explains how to become a changemaker in your community using the Self-Healing Communities Capacity Building Model.

Please note:Dates, times, topics, and locations are subject to change depending on availability, weather, and unforeseen circumstances. The embrella calendar will be updated, and registration emails with the most up to date information will be sent closer to the event dates.

Registration opening soon!