Communities Connected for Kids

Psychotropic Medication
2023-06-23 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Teams
Participants will need to complete the one-hour on-line training module ahead of our discussion (To receive training credits, you must enter your completed trainings into the DCF My FL Learn system). Access on-line training here:
Psychotropic Medication Training (myflfamilies.com)
This 1-hour session will be a focused discussion on implementing the policy on psychotropic medications and navigating challenges and barriers. This includes, referrals for initial psychiatric assessments, second opinions, pre-consent reviews through UF, medication logs, inventorying and transporting medications, FSFN documentation, informed consent, med reports & more!
You will receive a link to the Teams session the day before this training – be sure to accept the invitation so that your Outlook calendar will be updated.

Safety Planning in Cases of Intimate Partner Violence - Holding the Batterer Accountable
2023-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom

Casework Practice
2023-06-27 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-20 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-09-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
**Note: class is for Pre-Certified DCM staff only

Grief Check-in: Grief and Loss During Times of Change
2023-06-27 16:00 - 16:30 | FL
Our lives are filled with situations where life as we know it changes. This can be a change at work, such as a new position or retirement. A change in relationships such as getting married or divorced. Or a change in health after a recent diagnosis. When these situations happen, it’s common to experience loss—and even grief. Join this moderated support group for ideas on how to cope during times of change. Participation is anonymous.
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Stress Check-in: Using the Power of Pause to Disrupt Stress
2023-07-06 12:30 - 13:00 | FL
In an overstimulated world, it’s easy to feel like you are constantly “on” and never get a break. You might feel as if you don’t have enough time to think about circumstances before responding to them. Learn how to use “mindful pauses” to check in with your thoughts, feelings, and bodily messages. This stress management strategy can help you to move forward with more focus and intention both at work and home. This session is informative and experiential. Participation is anonymous.
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Making a Connection Between Financial and Emotional Wellbeing
2023-07-11 12:00 - 13:00 | FL
This training examines the emotional and psychological factors that influence how to manage finances. Participants will explore, and privately consider, how their emotions, values, and needs all play an important part in how well they manage their money.
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Caregiving Check-in: When Someone You Care About Is Seriously Ill
2023-07-13 15:30 - 16:00 | FL
Learning the news that someone you care about is seriously ill is heart-wrenching. You might feel like your world at home or at work has come to a halt. During this session, learn how to support a colleague, friend, or loved one who is seriously unwell and how to care for yourself during the process. Participation is anonymous.
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Parenting Check-in: Having Tough Conversations with Your Child
2023-07-19 14:00 - 14:30 | FL
It is easy for parents to feel unprepared to talk about topics such as death, loss, and safety. These topics can feel frightening to you and your child. Participate in this session to learn how to lead your discussions with supportive listening, how to support your child’s feelings, and when to reach out for help. While you can’t promise your child that you can make everything ok, you can help them process through frightening times. Participation is anonymous.
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Motivational Interviewing: Compassion, Empathy and Other Things that Work
2023-07-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-07-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Please join us for a two-hour discussion on how the evidenced-based practice of motivational interviewing techniques assist in connecting us with the families we serve.
This training is open to all staff, CPI, licensing

Creating Purpose Driven Goals
2023-07-25 12:00 - 13:00 | FL
What would be a meaningful step toward living your purpose? When it comes to success in our personal and professional lives, we only have so much we can do, be, and give. And it’s common to spread our motivation, attention, and efforts across so many goals that we dilute our best efforts and end up overwhelmed and under-wowed by our progress. Attend this webinar to incorporate mindfulness practices into your short and long-term goals.
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Grief Check-in: Why Now? Coping with Delayed Grief
2023-07-27 13:00 - 13:30 | FL
Delayed grief is an emotional response to loss that doesn’t manifest until long after the initial event. It can be difficult to recognize and therefore difficult to know how to cope. Participants will learn to recognize the possible causes of delayed grief, its symptoms, and strategies for coping. Participation is anonymous.
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Involvement and Engagement
2023-09-01 08:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00 | FL
Learn how small acts of kindness and a state of flow can change your life.
Starting September 1st, this webinar is available on myliferesource.com

Stress Check-in: Less Stress, Less Mess
2023-09-07 14:30 - 15:30 | Zoom
If time management and organization aren’t your strongest skillsets this session is for you! Learn skills that will reduce the stress that comes from disorganization and ineffective time management. Participation is anonymous. Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Parenting Check-in: Growing a Healthy Relationship with Your Adult Children
2023-09-12 15:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
Parenting doesn’t stop when your child reaches 18. Knowing how to transition your style of parenting as your child reaches adulthood will help create a meaningful and healthy relationship. Join this session to learn the predictable challenges and discuss strategies during this stage of parenting. Participation is anonymous. Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Breaking the Silence on Suicide: What to Know and How to Help
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Suicide affects people from all walks of life. Knowing the warning signs and risk factors for suicide and feeling confident about how to help someone who is at risk could be the difference between life and death. Join us for this important session, where we will: • Differentiate myths from facts • Identify risk factors and warning signs • Review questions to ask and steps to take • Provide supportive resources and strategies Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Federal Student Loan Repayment Programs + FAQs
2023-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Discover new options for federal student loan borrowers! Join our live event with MSA, your trusted financial well-being provider. Our panel of Money Coaches will discuss the latest government programs tailored to help you find the best repayment strategy for your budget, lifestyle, and career goals. Get answers to pre-submitted questions and ask your own in real time. Learn about the “on-ramp” period starting in October, the SAVE plan, Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs, Parent PLUS Loans, and the implications of consolidating loans.

Caregiving Check-in: Practicing Mindfulness to Relieve Caregiver Stress
2023-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Mindfulness meditation is an effective tool for managing the stress of caregiving while remaining present for your loved one. Join this session to learn practices to reduce stress and fatigue, and to enhance your wellbeing. A mindfulness practice will be conducted. Participation is anonymous. Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Getting More with Less
2023-09-26 09:00 - 12:00 | FL
This interactive training covers using communication skills to effectively interaction with children and adults. It is designed to enhance interviewing skills.

Grief Check-in: Grieving the “Firsts” After a Loss
2023-09-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The first celebrations, social engagements, and milestones without your loved one are difficult. Join this session to learn how to cope through some of these firsts. Participation is anonymous. Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Safety Planning in Cases of Intimate Partner Violence
2023-10-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
This training is for case management & DCF CPI staff.

Permanency Round Table
2023-10-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Permanency Round Table Values Training for case management staff.

Quality Home Assessments
2023-10-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
This interactive training will explore how policy and best practice look at how we interact with families in their homes.

Motivational Interviewing - the Next Steps
2023-11-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
How to use Motivational Interviewing to help your clients embrace change.
This training is for CCK staff and CPI staff
