53rd NFPA Education Conference

For Foster, Adoptive & Kinship Parents, Friends, Families and Supporters

53rd NFPA Education Conference

For Foster, Adoptive & Kinship Parents, Friends, Families and Supporters

How To Communicate So Your Voice Will Be Heard

Trainer: Mary McGauhey Description: Are you working as an advocate for the children in your care or for their families?Have you ever had calls for help ignored or questions go unanswered? Do you feel like no one listens to what you say or ask? Then this is the class...

When Love Is Not Enough

Trainer: Maurita McCorkle Description: I recently wrote a book and am working on publishing it. The book talks about the challenges of supporting young adults and the tools that I have used to over come them. I will have a young adult that has lived with me and has...

Helping Foster & Adoptive Parents Navigate Crisis

Trainer: Mrs. Erin Bouchard Description: When a family is in crisis, it’s often all they can think about, as they move into survival mode. They are focused on the child’s behaviours and frustrations rather than on growth and healing. But the key to successfully...

Yes, the Adoption Tax Credit is for Foster Adoptions

Trainer: Becky Wilmoth, EA Description: This session will help you understand how the Adoption Tax Credit works, how it can help you, and who qualifies for this wonderful credit. A child adopted from the foster care system and declared special needs, according to the...