Children’s Home Society & Family Services programs address developmental needs, from the basics of childcare, through the challenges facing all adoptees. You may also explore social issues relevant to your family, such as learning disabilities, dealing with past abuse and neglect, or growing in a transcultural family.
Join Children’s Home Society & Family Services for online webinars designed to help families stay strong and care for their children. View upcoming CHSFS live webinars
Pre-Recorded Webinars :
The pre-recorded version of webinars allows you to view the PowerPoint while listening to the presenters voice at your convenience. Your computer will launch the program once you have purchased each webinar.
Caring for Hair with African Origins
Join Mikki Harris of CHSFS as she discusses the dos and don’ts of ethnic hair, recommended products and accessories, and the different types of African and African American hair. As a special treat we will welcome two families with adopted African-American and African children as they share what has worked for them and their children. Please note that this webinar will have a video component and live demonstrations.
$15/webinar
Talking About the Tough Stuff
Sometimes the information we need to share with our children about their adoption stories is difficult. This workshop will give examples of how and when to share the “tough stuff.” Presented by Jenni Edwards, MSW, LGSW.
$15/webinar
Stress Management for Parents and Children
Stress is a normal part of life for both children and adults. There tends to be a significant difference in the way that stress is manifested in children vs. adults and this surprises many people. This webinar will cover the purpose of stress and the difference between “good” stress and “bad” stress. Negative reactions to stress, over time, can lead to all types of problems for children and adults. Participate in this session to learn what those reactions may be as well as how to reduce your over all stress levels and, perhaps, most importantly, manage the stress that you can’t escape. Presented by Michele Willert, M.S. Ed
$15/webinar
Your Children’s Emotional Development
Just as there are milestones for early childhood development (crawling, walking, talking, etc.), there are stages and steps for emotional development in young children. Emotional development involves a variety of components including trust, independence, confidence, social skills and coping skills. A parent’s (or caregiver’s) role in encouraging age appropriate, healthy emotional development will be covered. This webinar will review the stages of emotional development including typical phases that young children may go through. Atypical development will be covered, as well as behaviors that should be monitored or evaluated further. The comprehensive resources available through CHSFS, and in the community, will be presented as well.
Positive mental health comes from healthy emotional development!
$15/basic webinar
The Top 5 Things Adopted Adults Want Adopted Adolescents to Know
This webinar focuses on teasing, birth family, communication with adopted parents and siblings, confidence/self-esteem and birth country. These topics are discussed from the adopted child's point of view from a group of adopted adults. Included are questions and/or topics the adopted child may have but be afraid to bring up with their adoptive family.
$15/webinar
Take a Stand: Empowering our Children to Respond to Bullying
Bullying is an unfortunate reality in our schools today. As parents, we often feel powerless to prevent bullying. However, we can empower our children by teaching them how to respond effectively to teasing and questions. Join us as we discuss the specific types of bullying that our children may be victim to, and come away with practical tools and ideas on how to help them respond.
$20/webinar
Top 5 Things Adopted Adults Want Adoptive Parents to Know
Members of the Resource Committee on Adopted Adults will join us to share their experiences and the top 5 things the adopted adults want you to know as adoptive parents. This will primarily be an interactive discussion so please bring your questions for the presenters.
$20/webinar
Hepatitis B - A Common Condition in Internationally Adopted Children
Come and learn about the causes and treatment of Hep B, as well as the day-to-day and long-term impact on children and families. Dr. Sarah Jane Schwartzenberg, Director of Pediatric Gastronenterology, Hepalogy, and Nutrition at the University of Minnesota presents information in an easy, understandable, and practical way. We also have a family who has adopted a child who is Hep B positive speak regarding their own family’s experience.
$20/Webinar
CHSFS is a Hague-accredited agency. Some education offerings are Hague-compliant and can be used to fulfill Hague education requirements.
