Communities Connected for Kids

March 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-03-24 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
The March 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, March 24th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Training 2: Supporting Teens Through Trauma & Regulation
2026-04-15 09:00 - 12:00 | 101 SE Central Pkwy, Stuart, FL 34994, 101 SE Central Parkway, Stuart, FL, 34994, United States
Goal:
Help case workers understand how trauma and adolescent brain development shape behavior and build skills to support regulation and connection.
Objectives:

Explain adolescent brain restructuring and the impact on emotional and behavioral responses in teens (FFFF).
Recognize signs of nervous system dysregulation and stress responses.
Practice 2-3 regulation tools that can be used in real time.
Explore how calming corners and key neuroscience insights support trust, safety, and co-regulation.
Identify ways to build an authentic community through connection with teens.

Casework Practice
2026-04-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
**Note: class is for Provisionally Certified DCM staff only

Car Seat Safety and Installation Training
2026-04-21 13:00 - 16:00 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
Who can attend? Any CCKids or CHS staff who transports children (FSW, DCM, DCMS, etc.)
This training will begin in the classroom with a review of 4 child safety restraint devices. Then, we will move outdoors where you will get hands-on practice installing each of the child safety devices in a vehicle! Please wear work appropriate clothing that allows for movement during the outdoor installation piece.

April 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-04-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The April 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, April 28th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Absent to Asset: Practical Father Engagement for Dependency Case Managers
2026-05-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-25 13:00 - 16:00 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
This training was created for Dependency Case Managers but is open to, and beneficial for, all child welfare professionals!
This course provides professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to strengthen father engagement in child and family services. Participants will explore the positive impact that engaged fathers have on child well‑being and case outcomes. They will examine system‑level, relational, and practical barriers that can limit fathers’ involvement. Participants will be introduced to techniques that support more effective communication and collaboration, followed by opportunities to apply these strategies in realistic scenarios.

Quality Home Assessments
2026-05-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
Join with us in a discussion on how we can continue to engage families in the home assessment process, how we can gather relevant information, and how we can share that information with our team. Learn what policy and best practice have to say.

May 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-05-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
The May Annual Board Meeting for 2026 will be held in person on Tuesday, May 26th. This is a public meeting; for location and directions, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

CPR & First Aid Training
2026-06-08 09:00 - 11:00 | 101 SE Central Pkwy, Stuart, FL 34994, 101 SE Central Parkway, Stuart, FL, 34994, United States
Training will cover CPR/AED protocols and choking emergencies for adult/child/infant, including the chain of survival, which includes activating EMS.

FL CCWIS Demo/Overview
2026-06-08 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-06-17 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-02 15:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-08 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-13 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-07-21 09:30 - 10:00, 2026-07-30 14:30 - 15:00 | Teams
Joins us for an overview of the FL CCWIS system, to show some basic functions and navigation. This is not a formal training, so we will not be able to show or answer questions about specific processes.
The Website link below will allow you to join the meeting at the indicated date/time.
(you may want to copy/paste it into your calendar entry)

June 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-06-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The June 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, June 23rd. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Casework Practice
2026-07-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
**Note: class is for Provisionally Certified DCM staff only
This is an opportunity for provisionally certified case managers to brainstorm “live” cases with one another. It is a chance to, support and connect with colleagues. The training is a requirement for FCB Certification.

July 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-07-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The July 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, July 28th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Title: Training Techniques 101- Participation by invite only
2026-08-13 09:00 - 12:00 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
Description: At this session, you can expect to cover administrative requirements, classroom and behavior management, and using support resources available to you and attendees. In addition to these areas, feel free to let us know about topics areas you have questions about or feel you need support with! You can let us know in advance via email or in-person at the session

CCWIS Day 1: Basic Navigation - Case Management
2026-08-24 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-25 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-27 09:00 - 17:00
Getting Started in CCWIS
Logging into Sandbox – how to access CCWIS
CCWIS Connect

Accessing How-To guides

Navigation

App launcher
Dashboard overview

To-Do List
Quick Links
Personas
Person Record

Medical Tab

Medication & USF Consult
5339 Uploads (with med profile?)

Education Record
Placements
Demographics
Photos
Relationships

Case Management

Searching assignments
Attachments
Case Notes
Parent portal

Car Seat Installation Refresher Training
2026-08-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-25 13:00 - 14:30 | Indian River Service Center, 1459 20th Street, Vero Beach, 32960, United States
Who can attend? Staff responsible for transportation of clients that have completed the 3 hr Car Seat Safety and Installation prerequisite training or approved equivalent.
Description: This is a designed as a refresher training for staff who have completed the pre-requisite training. This training will begin with a review of car seat safety material from the prerequisite training. Then, we will move outdoors where you will get hands-on practice installing each of the child safety devices in a vehicle! Please wear work appropriate clothing that allows for movement during the outdoor installation piece.

August 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-08-25 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The August 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, August 25th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

CCWIS Day 2: Assessment and Planning - Case Management
2026-08-31 09:00 - 17:00
Safety Plans
Case Documentation and Approvals
FFA-O

Case Plan
Progress Update
Judicial Review

Supervisor Consult
Approval Process
Legal Documents
