Join us for the Resource Parent Symposium, a day dedicated to connection, learning, and honoring the vital role you play in the lives of children and families across New Jersey. This symposium brings resource parents together with system partners and community organizations to share knowledge, strengthen skills, and build meaningful relationships that support you in your caregiving journey.
Through engaging workshops, panel discussions, and opportunities to connect directly with resources,
the day is designed to elevate caregiver voice, provide practical tools, and reinforce the power of community.
Together, we continue building a supportive network where resource parents feel informed, valued, and never alone in the work they do.
Childcare activities available for 4 year olds to teens or $15 per hour provided to you for a babysitter of your choice at home. Please note: When registering teens, they will be part of the children’s program with children of all ages. There are not specific workshop or activities for teens.
Nota: Nuestro Simposio para Padres de Recurso se llevará a cabo en español. Para ver los talleres, haga clic en “See Program Details” para obtener más información. Para participar, regístrese a través del enlace “Register Now”
Southern Location
Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Location : Katz JCC
1301 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026
Northern Location
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Location: Baird Community Center
5 Mead Street
South Orange, NJ 07079
Deadline: Friday March 13, 2026
We hope you can join us!
We are pleased to announce that, in partnership with Full Spectrum Therapy Partners and PsychHealth Associates, we will provide childcare and activities for children ages 4 and up during the conference. These DCF-contracted service providers will help ensure you and your family have the best experience.
Childcare registration is now open.
Please note: Space is limited for childcare. There is not separate programming for older youth.
You can also request the $15 per hour provided to you for a babysitter of your choice at home.
Resource caregivers can receive
5 in-service credit hours for attending.
Please note: Agenda and workshops subject to change
up to the March Symposiums.
