Orientation for new families interested in beginning the process to become foster and adoptive parents. You are welcome to attend the group orientation, or you can schedule one individually. Group orientation is in person every second Thursday of the month. Contact Brittany Viebrock for more information <a href="mailto:bviebrock@helpinghandhome.org" target="_blank">bviebrock@helpinghandhome.org</a>.

Helping Hand Home Orientation

AUSTIN VIRTUAL FOSTER AND ADOPTION INFORMATIONAL ORIENTATIONAs the world moves into a new norm, DePelchin remains committed to hosting our informational orientations for individuals interested in foster care and adoption.&nbsp;Registration is not required.Below is the link to join the orientation:Join Zoom Meeting<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdepelchin.zoom.us%2Fj%2F99257688470%3Fpwd%3Db2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09&data=04%7C01%7Csrajabi%40depelchin.org%7C2d22ff7eb53742956ea108d9b441e796%7C78e9b8d9b86849888da457363608f40e%7C1%7C0%7C637739017416137263%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=RPFTZcVQc%2FiNTA%2FhzDnel7YEwiMijMhNCguaBDLMYBE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">https://depelchin.zoom.us/j/99257688470?pwd=b2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09</a>Meeting ID: 992 5768 8470Passcode: 789131One tap mobile: +13462487799 US (Houston)

DePelchin Informational Orientation

Join Settlement Home for Children to learn more about obtaining your foster care/adoption license with their agency!RSVP at <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeO5Ozh5-RaZ5ZWf5ckCeQ5mzIStYqOiNvdLZvYphJIQAvEog/viewform" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bit.ly/FAPinfonight</a>Contact <a href="mailto:ncabrera@settlementhome.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">ncabrera@settlementhome.org</a> for questions!

The Settlement Home for Children Foster Care & Adoption Orientation

The Settlement Home for Children Foster Care & Adoption Orientation 2022-12-15

SAFE’s Foster and Adopt in Austin program provides foster care, adoption services, and kinship care to families in Central Texas. Orientations are held virtually twice per month. For specific dates and to RSVP, <a href="https://www.safeaustin.org/attend-a-foster-adopt-program-orientation/" target="_blank">please use this form.</a>

SAFE Foster Care Orientation

SAFE Foster Care Orientation 2022-12-27

We host foster parent orientation every single Wednesday virtually from 6-8 PM. Families can register on our website.
<a id="LPlnk265828" href="http://www.pathway.org/programs/foster-care/training-calendar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">http://www.pathway.org/programs/foster-care/training-calendar/</a>

Pathways Foster Parent Orientation

Pathways Foster Parent Orientation 2022-12-28

The Adoption Collaborative of Central Texas is hosting an in-person paper match on Wednesday, February 22nd from 5:30-7:30pm. Address: 401 North Alexander Street, Belton, TX 76513This event is open to all families, including families who are interested in learning more about foster care and adoption, as well as already licensed families.

Adoption Collaborative Paper Match 

Adoption Collaborative February Paper Match

We understand that life can get busy and finding time to attend an informational meeting can be hard. Circles of Care will be hosting online informational webinars each month to assist with answering any questions regarding the process and requirements to become a foster parent or respite provider.Why YOU Should Attend:• Live Webinar where YOUR questions are answered• Learn about the NEED for foster parents and respite providers across the state of Texas• Learn the requirements to become a foster parent or respite provider• Receive Information from the comfort of YOUR own home• No commitment is necessaryThere are so many children in need of a loving home. Take the first step in making a difference that lasts a lifetime.Please register for a meeting here: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623" target="_self">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623</a>

Circles of Care Information Meeting

We understand that life can get busy and finding time to attend an informational meeting can be hard. Circles of Care will be hosting online informational webinars each month to assist with answering any questions regarding the process and requirements to become a foster parent or respite provider.Why YOU Should Attend:• Live Webinar where YOUR questions are answered• Learn about the NEED for foster parents and respite providers across the state of Texas• Learn the requirements to become a foster parent or respite provider• Receive Information from the comfort of YOUR own home• No commitment is necessaryThere are so many children in need of a loving home. Take the first step in making a difference that lasts a lifetime.Please register for an information meeting here: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623" target="_self">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623</a>

Circles of Care Informational Meeting

Circles of Care

We host foster parent orientation every single Wednesday virtually from 6-8:30 PM. Families can register on our website.<a href="http://www.pathway.org/programs/foster-care/training-calendar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://www.pathway.org/programs/foster-care/training-calendar/</a>

Pathways Foster Parent Orientation(New)

Join Settlement Home for Children to learn more about obtaining your foster care/adoption license with their agency!Contact <a href="mailto:ncabrera@settlementhome.org" target="_blank">nroberts@settlementhome.org</a> for questions!

Nightlight Christian Adoption’s mission to share God’s love through foster care and adoption has been making a difference for almost 70 years! Please join us to hear more about the different programs Nightlight has to offer – including but not limited to foster care and adoption from foster care. We look forward to meeting you!RSVP for our next online info session <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FXiXa2yn2Ug5ybYTo8&data=05%7C02%7C%7Cfc9d1670552541546e3008dc227a0479%7Cc2df61b8b86044429c26ff5e60176d3a%7C0%7C0%7C638423154747528727%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=z5emKe6OBFnj2fpVJrzZxm%2FCm%2BSuyixIFcioh0T%2F7hE%3D&reserved=0">HERE!</a>Learn more about Nightlight at: &nbsp;<a href="https://nightlight.org/">https://nightlight.org/</a>

Nightlight Online Information Session

To ensure you receive timely assignment of a Divinity Foster Home Developer to serve your family, please make sure that you have contacted our agency PRIOR&nbsp;to registering for training. Please call 830.890.5838 or email at: info@divinityfamilyservices.com. Registering for training does not automatically trigger the assignment of a Foster Home Developer. Module 1 - Orientation, TBRI, Psychotropic Medication Administration (Annual Requirement)Module 2 - Normalcy, Human Trafficking, Cultural Competency, Communicable Diseases, Water Safety, Reporting Abuse &amp; Neglect (Annual Requirement)Module 3 - Disaster &amp; Emergency Planning, Transportation, Caregiver Roles, Infant &amp; Child Development, Grief &amp; LossModule 4 - Trauma Informed Care 1 &amp; 2

Divinity Family Services Orientation 

Divinity Orientation

RSVP for Upbring: Foster in Texas new parent orientationThis is the first training that an in-process family would take for their journey into foster care. It explores some of basic expectations and requirements needed to qualify to be a foster parent and answers some basic FAQ’s.<a id="LPlnk" href="https://youtu.be/w1wFOQR8vfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">https://youtu.be/w1wFOQR8vfw</a><a href="http://www.upbring.org" target="_blank">http://www.upbring.org</a>

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption

Learn about all of Arrow’s Foster Care opportunities, each with its own requirements: Traditional Foster Care, Professional Foster Care, and Adoption.Register here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/">https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/</a>

Arrow Information Meeting

Arrow Info Session

Helping Hand Home’s Foster and Adoption Program is licensing families!Starting May 12th, we will have in-person orientations every second Thursday of the month at 6pm.RSVP to an orientation by emailing Traci Battle at &lt;tbattle@helpinghandhome.org&gt;

Helping Hand Home Information Meeting

We understand that life can get busy and finding time to attend an informational meeting can be hard. Circles of Care will be hosting online informational webinars each month to assist with answering any questions regarding the process and requirements to become a foster parent or respite provider.Why YOU Should Attend:• Live Webinar where YOUR questions are answered• Learn about the NEED for foster parents and respite providers across the state of Texas• Learn the requirements to become a foster parent or respite provider• Receive Information from the comfort of YOUR own home• No commitment is necessaryThere are so many children in need of a loving home. Take the first step in making a difference that lasts a lifetime.Please register for an information meeting here: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623</a>

Circles of Care Orientation

During the Orientation, we will walk you through the process of fostering, or fostering with the hope of adopting a child or children in foster care. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about fostering or adopting a child or children in need, in addition to meeting other families who are interested in becoming foster or adoptive parents.There are many steps designed by the state child welfare system to qualify families to be licensed as a foster or adoptive home. We work within these requirements and bring expertise and added support to help you navigate the system. All our families are trained and licensed for both foster care and adoption. Though some families within our community desire only to foster and others might have the goal of adoption, we find it most efficient and practical for our families to be dual licensed as we have seen the outcome of cases change as well as family’s desires transform. We want to be prepared for all outcomes and make the process as seamless as possible.Below is the link to join the orientation:Join Zoom Meeting<div><a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdepelchin.zoom.us%2Fj%2F99257688470%3Fpwd%3Db2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09&data=05%7C01%7Csrajabi%40depelchin.org%7C320a0b630cf840808fe608dac35c4779%7C78e9b8d9b86849888da457363608f40e%7C1%7C0%7C638037098511379086%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=w%2B6ZnryzE9GgkE%2FGhvYs4n0wEycctXz%2FVGNaM1Sxn4A%3D&reserved=0">https://depelchin.zoom.us/j/99257688470?pwd=b2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09</a></div>Meeting ID: 992 5768 8470Passcode: 789131One tap mobile: +13462487799 US (Houston)

DePelchin Information Meeting

DePelchin

Learn about all of Arrow’s Foster Care opportunities, each with its own requirements: Traditional Foster Care, Professional Foster Care, and Adoption.Register here: <a href="https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/" target="_self">https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/</a>

Este es el primer entrenamiento que una familia en proceso tomaría para su viaje en cuidado adoptivo. Explora algunas de las expectativas básicas y los requisitos necesarios para calificar para ser padres adoptivos y responde algunas preguntas frecuentes básicas. Para facilitar un proceso de registro fluido, solicitamos amablemente que cada participante se registre utilizando una dirección de correo electrónico distinta e individual. Es imperativo asegurarse de que cada participante complete el registro con una dirección de correo electrónico única y active activamente su asistencia durante el seminario web en vivo. Se agradece enormemente su cooperación para cumplir con esta directriz.Orientación en Español ocurre varias veces. Regístrese para la fecha y hora que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades:<a href="https://attendee.gototraining.com/rt/1947989793252378116">Orientación en Español.</a><a href="http://www.upbring.org">http://www.upbring.org</a>

Upbring Info Session (Spanish)

Upbring Info Session (en Español)

Orientations are held monthly. For your safety and the safety of our staff, orientations will be held online via video during the COVID-19 pandemic. Register for an information meeting here: <a href="https://www.safeaustin.org/attend-a-foster-adopt-program-orientation/" target="_self">https://www.safeaustin.org/attend-a-foster-adopt-program-orientation/</a>

SAFE Information Meeting

RSVP for Upbring: Foster in Texas new parent orientationThis is the first training that an in-process family would take for their journey into foster care. It explores some of basic expectations and requirements needed to qualify to be a foster parent and answers some basic FAQ’s.<a href="https://youtu.be/w1wFOQR8vfw">https://youtu.be/w1wFOQR8vfw</a><a href="http://www.upbring.org">http://www.upbring.org</a>

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption (4.2)

Orientation is required for all those wishing to become foster/adoptive parents or to transfer from another child placing agency. During orientation we will discuss the history of Pathways, the types of programs we offer, the population of children we work with, and how to become a foster/adoptive parent with Pathways.Register for an orientation here: <a href="https://www.pathway.org/foster-care/training-calendar/">https://www.pathway.org/foster-care/training-calendar/</a>

Pathways Youth and Family Services Information Meeting

Pathways Youth and Family Services Information Meeting (4.4)

During the Orientation, we will walk you through the process of fostering, or fostering with the hope of adopting a child or children in foster care. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about fostering or adopting a child or children in need, in addition to meeting other families who are interested in becoming foster or adoptive parents.There are many steps designed by the state child welfare system to qualify families to be licensed as a foster or adoptive home. We work within these requirements and bring expertise and added support to help you navigate the system. All our families are trained and licensed for both foster care and adoption. Though some families within our community desire only to foster and others might have the goal of adoption, we find it most efficient and practical for our families to be dual licensed as we have seen the outcome of cases change as well as family’s desires transform. We want to be prepared for all outcomes and make the process as seamless as possible.Below is the link to join the orientation:Join Zoom MeetingMeeting ID: 992 5768 8470Passcode: 789131One tap mobile: +13462487799 US (Houston)<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdepelchin.zoom.us%2Fj%2F99257688470%3Fpwd%3Db2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09&data=05%7C01%7Csrajabi%40depelchin.org%7C320a0b630cf840808fe608dac35c4779%7C78e9b8d9b86849888da457363608f40e%7C1%7C0%7C638037098511379086%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=w%2B6ZnryzE9GgkE%2FGhvYs4n0wEycctXz%2FVGNaM1Sxn4A%3D&reserved=0">https://depelchin.zoom.us/j/99257688470?pwd=b2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09</a>

DePelchin Information Meeting (4.8)

SAFE’s Foster and Adopt in Austin program provides foster care, adoption services, and kinship care to families in Central Texas. Orientations are held virtually twice per month. For specific dates and to RSVP, <a href="https://www.safeaustin.org/attend-a-foster-adopt-program-orientation/">please use this form.</a>

SAFE Information Meeting (4.9)

Pathways Youth and Family Services Information Meeting (4.10)

Pathways Youth and Family Services Information Meeting (4.15)

Este es el primer entrenamiento que una familia en proceso tomaría para su viaje en cuidado adoptivo. Explora algunas de las expectativas básicas y los requisitos necesarios para calificar para ser padres adoptivos y responde algunas preguntas frecuentes básicas.Para facilitar un proceso de registro fluido, solicitamos amablemente que cada participante se registre utilizando una dirección de correo electrónico distinta e individual. Es imperativo asegurarse de que cada participante complete el registro con una dirección de correo electrónico única y active activamente su asistencia durante el seminario web en vivo. Se agradece enormemente su cooperación para cumplir con esta directriz.Orientación en Español ocurre varias veces. Regístrese para la fecha y hora que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades:<a href="https://attendee.gototraining.com/rt/1947989793252378116">Orientación en Español.</a>

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption-Spanish (4.16)

We understand that life can get busy and finding time to attend an informational meeting can be hard. Circle of Care will be hosting online informational webinars each month to assist with answering any questions regarding the process and requirements to become a foster parent or respite provider.Please register for Informational Meeting at: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623</a>

Circles of Care Informational Meeting (4.20)

Pathways Youth and Family Services Information Meeting (4.23)

Ever considered fostering a child with medical needs? This limited space training opportunity is for you. Join us and learn about G-Tube care. Trust us - it’s easier than you think!Event: G-Tube Instruction: How-to, daily care, diet &amp; moreCost: FREELocation: Dell Children’s Medical Center (Mueller Location)What to Expect: Learn how manageable G-Tube care can be with hands-on training stations presented by a Dell Children’s doctor or nurse. Ask questions and gain confidence! SpecialGuest Speaker: Traci Battle with Helping Hand Home will share lived experiences raising a thriving child with G-Tube needs - real-life tips and stories not to be missed!Space is Limited! Reserve Your Spot Now at: <a href="https://fostercommunity.org/medical-training-april-23/" target="_self">https://fostercommunity.org/medical-training-april-23</a>

Medical Training Event at Dell Children's Medical Center

Learn about all of Arrow’s Foster Care opportunities, each with its own requirements: Traditional Foster Care, Professional Foster Care, and AdoptionRegister here: <a href="https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/">https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/</a>

Arrow Info Session (5.6)

Circles of Care Informational Meeting 

Circles of Care Informational Meeting (5.6)

SAFE’s Foster and Adopt in Austin program provides foster care, adoption services, and kinship care to families in Central Texas. Orientations are held virtually twice per month.For specific dates and to RSVP, <a href="https://www.safeaustin.org/attend-a-foster-adopt-program-orientation/">please use this form.</a>

SAFE Information Meeting (5.7)

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption 

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption (5.7)

These information meetings are hosted by Foster Community and facilitated by different Child Placing Agencies in Region 7. These information meetings are open to all but targeting the Region 7’s counties of Bastrop, Bell, Blanco, Bosque, Brazos, Burleson, Burnet, Caldwell, Coryell, Falls, Fayette, Freestone, Grimes, Hamilton, Hays, Hill, Lampasas, Lee, Leon, Limestone, Llano, Madison, McLennan, Milam, Mills, Robertson, San Saba, Travis, Washington, and Williamson.Click the link below to register for one of our info meetings:<a href="https://www.dfps.texas.gov/Adoption_and_Foster_Care/Get_Started/Information_Meetings/07.asp">Get Started! (TARE) (texas.gov)</a>

Region 7 Collab Info Meeting

Region 7 Collab Info Meeting (5.9)

Calling all licensed adoptive families! Join us on Tuesday, May 14th from 6-8PM for an Adoption Match Event hosted by the Adoption Collaborative of Central Texas!This event is open to families that are already licensed to adopt and are interested specifically in adopting a sibling group.Please email cristal@partnershipsforchildren.org for any questions and if you are interested in attending / learning more.

Adoption Collaborative Match Event

Bring the family, grab a coffee and join us in Georgetown at Black Sugar Caffe! Foster Community is hosting a casual meet and greet with amazing, local child placing agencies. Swing by, ask questions, and explore foster and adoption possibilities.This meet and greet is free and open to all!Event location:Black Sugar Caffe109 West 7th Street #105Georgetown, TX 78626We hope to see you there! Questions? Contact cristal@fostercommunity.org

Spring Foster & Adoption Event

Circles of Care Informational Meeting (5.18)

Este es el primer entrenamiento que una familia en proceso tomaría para su viaje en cuidado adoptivo. Explora algunas de las expectativas básicas y los requisitos necesarios para calificar para ser padres adoptivos y responde algunas preguntas frecuentes básicas.Para facilitar un proceso de registro fluido, solicitamos amablemente que cada participante se registre utilizando una dirección de correo electrónico distinta e individual. Es imperativo asegurarse de que cada participante complete el registro con una dirección de correo electrónico única y active activamente su asistencia durante el seminario web en vivo. Se agradece enormemente su cooperación para cumplir con esta directriz.Orientación en Español ocurre varias veces. Regístrese para la fecha y hora que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades:<a href="https://attendee.gototraining.com/rt/1947989793252378116">Orientación en Español.</a>

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption-Spanish 

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption-Spanish (5.21)

Region 7 Collab Info Meeting (5.21)

SAFE Information Meeting (5.21)

Orientation is required for all those wishing to become foster/adoptive parents or to transfer from another child placing agency. During orientation we will discuss the history of Pathways, the types of programs we offer, the population of children we work with, and how to become a foster/adoptive parent with Pathways.Register for an orientation here:<a href="https://www.pathway.org/foster-care/training-calendar/">https://www.pathway.org/foster-care/training-calendar/</a>

Pathways Foster Parent Orientation (6.3)

During the Orientation, we will walk you through the process of fostering, or fostering with the hope of adopting a child or children in foster care. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about fostering or adopting a child or children in need, in addition to meeting other families who are interested in becoming foster or adoptive parents.There are many steps designed by the state child welfare system to qualify families to be licensed as a foster or adoptive home. We work within these requirements and bring expertise and added support to help you navigate the system. All our families are trained and licensed for both foster care and adoption. Though some families within our community desire only to foster and others might have the goal of adoption, we find it most efficient and practical for our families to be dual licensed as we have seen the outcome of cases change as well as family’s desires transform. We want to be prepared for all outcomes and make the process as seamless as possible.Below is the link to join the orientation:Join Zoom Meeting<div><a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdepelchin.zoom.us%2Fj%2F99257688470%3Fpwd%3Db2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09&data=05%7C01%7Csrajabi%40depelchin.org%7C320a0b630cf840808fe608dac35c4779%7C78e9b8d9b86849888da457363608f40e%7C1%7C0%7C638037098511379086%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=w%2B6ZnryzE9GgkE%2FGhvYs4n0wEycctXz%2FVGNaM1Sxn4A%3D&reserved=0">https://depelchin.zoom.us/j/99257688470?pwd=b2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09</a></div>Meeting ID: 992 5768 8470Passcode: 789131One tap mobile: +13462487799 US (Houston)

DePelchin Information Meeting (6.3)

Learn about all of Arrow’s Foster Care opportunities, each with its own requirements: Traditional Foster Care, Professional Foster Care, and Adoption.Sign up here: <a href="https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/" target="_blank">INFORMATION MEETINGS SCHEDULE & FOSTER CARE PROGRAMS (arrow.org)</a>

Arrow Informational Webinar

Arrow Informational Webinar (6.4)

SAFE’s Foster and Adopt in Austin program provides foster care, adoption services, and kinship care to families in Central Texas. Orientations are held virtually twice per month. For specific dates and to RSVP, <a href="https://www.safeaustin.org/attend-a-foster-adopt-program-orientation/">please use this form.</a>

SAFE Foster Care Orientation (6.4)

These information meetings are hosted by Foster Community and facilitated by different Child Placing Agencies in Region 7. These information meetings are open to all but targeting the Region 7’s counties of Bastrop, Bell, Blanco, Bosque, Brazos, Burleson, Burnet, Caldwell, Coryell, Falls, Fayette, Freestone, Grimes, Hamilton, Hays, Hill, Lampasas, Lee, Leon, Limestone, Llano, Madison, McLennan, Milam, Mills, Robertson, San Saba, Travis, Washington, and Williamson.Click the link below to register for one of our fall info meetings:<a href="https://www.dfps.texas.gov/Adoption_and_Foster_Care/Get_Started/Information_Meetings/07.asp">Get Started! (TARE) (texas.gov)</a>

Region 7 Collab Info Meeting (6.6)

Circles of Care Informational Meeting (6.10)

Orientation is required for all those wishing to become foster/adoptive parents or to transfer from another child placing agency. During orientation we will discuss the history of Pathways, the types of programs we offer, the population of children we work with, and how to become a foster/adoptive parent with Pathways.Register for an orientation here: <a href="https://www.pathway.org/foster-care/training-calendar/" target="_self">https://www.pathway.org/foster-care/training-calendar/</a>

Pathways Youth and Family Services Information Meeting 

Helping Hand Home’s Foster and Adoption Program is licensing families! We will have in-person orientations every second Thursday of the month at 6pm.RSVP to an orientation by emailing Traci Battle at: tbattle@helpinghandhome.org

Helping Hand Home Information Meeting (6.13)

DePelchin Information Meeting (6.17)

Learn about all of Arrow’s Foster Care opportunities, each with its own requirements: Traditional Foster Care, Professional Foster Care, and Adoption.Register here: <a href="https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/">https://www.arrow.org/information-meetings/</a>

Arrow Info Session (6.17)

SAFE Foster Care Orientation (6.18)

Orientation is required for all those wishing to become foster/adoptive parents or to transfer from another child placing agency. During orientation we will discuss the history of Pathways, the types of programs we offer, the population of children we work with, and how to become a foster/adoptive parent with Pathways.Register for an orientation here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pathway.org/foster-care/training-calendar/">https://www.pathway.org/foster-care/training-calendar/</a>

Pathways Youth and Family Services (6.20)

We understand that life can get busy and finding time to attend an informational meeting can be hard. Circle of Care will be hosting online informational webinars each month to assist with answering any questions regarding the process and requirements to become a foster parent or respite provider.Please register for Informational Meeting at: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-informational-meeting-tickets-145301140623</a>

Region 7 Collaborative Info Meeting 

Region 7 Collaborative Info Meeting (6.26)

Arrow Info Session (7.1)

There are many steps designed by the state child welfare system to qualify families to be licensed as a foster or adoptive home. We work within these requirements and bring expertise and added support to help you navigate the system. All our families are trained and licensed for both foster care and adoption. Though some families within our community desire only to foster and others might have the goal of adoption, we find it most efficient and practical for our families to be dual licensed as we have seen the outcome of cases change as well as family’s desires transform. We want to be prepared for all outcomes and make the process as seamless as possible.Below is the link to join the orientation:Join Zoom MeetingMeeting ID: 992 5768 8470Passcode: 789131One tap mobile: +13462487799 US (Houston)<a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdepelchin.zoom.us%2Fj%2F99257688470%3Fpwd%3Db2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09&data=05%7C01%7Csrajabi%40depelchin.org%7C320a0b630cf840808fe608dac35c4779%7C78e9b8d9b86849888da457363608f40e%7C1%7C0%7C638037098511379086%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=w%2B6ZnryzE9GgkE%2FGhvYs4n0wEycctXz%2FVGNaM1Sxn4A%3D&reserved=0">https://depelchin.zoom.us/j/99257688470?pwd=b2xvUEozSTdnNUxDckZvRWZ4WWNjZz09</a>

DePelchin Information Meeting (7.1)

SAFE Foster Care Orientation (7.2)

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption (7.2)

Pathways Youth and Family Services (7.3)

Circles of Care Informational Meeting (7.8)

These information meetings are hosted by Foster Community and facilitated by different Child Placing Agencies in Region 7. These information meetings are open to all but targeting the Region 7’s counties of Bastrop, Bell, Blanco, Bosque, Brazos, Burleson, Burnet, Caldwell, Coryell, Falls, Fayette, Freestone, Grimes, Hamilton, Hays, Hill, Lampasas, Lee, Leon, Limestone, Llano, Madison, McLennan, Milam, Mills, Robertson, San Saba, Travis, Washington, and Williamson.Click the link below to register for one of our winter info meetings:<a href="https://www.dfps.texas.gov/Adoption_and_Foster_Care/Get_Started/Information_Meetings/07.asp">Get Started! (TARE) (texas.gov)</a>

Foster Care & Adoption Info Session

Foster Care & Adoption Info Meeting (7.9)

Pathways Youth and Family Services (7.10)

Helping Hand Home Information Meeting 

Helping Hand Home Information Meeting (9.12)

DePelchin Information Meeting 

DePelchin Information Meeting (7.15)

At CK Family Services, we understand that choosing to become a foster parent is more than a choice and a process; it’s a personal journey. We’re here to guide, mentor, and support you every step of the way. Discover the CK Family Services difference! Register for our online Get Started info session:<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qdu6tqTkrEtTPTSxl_iCRmFsHBpwPmh2n#/registration">Meeting Registration - Zoom</a>

CK Family Services Get Started Meeting

SAFE Foster Care Orientation (7.16)

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption (7.16)

Pathways Youth and Family Services (7.17)

Foster/Adoption Info Meeting (7.18)

Circles of Care Informational Meeting (7.20)

Arrow Info Session (7.23)

Pathways Youth and Family Services Orientation

Pathways Youth and Family Services (9.26)

At CK Family Services, we understand that choosing to become a foster parent is more than a choice and a process; it’s a personal journey. We’re here to guide, mentor, and support you every step of the way. Discover the CK Family Services difference!Register for our online Get Started info session:<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYscuutqj0tGtVF-Hp7iJ7UkjtAGeSkcuBm#/registration">Meeting Registration - Zoom</a>

CK Family Services Get Started Meeting (7.30)

Arrow Info Session (8.1)

Pathways Youth and Family Services 

Pathways Youth and Family Services (8.5)

DePelchin Information Meeting (8.5)

Upbring Foster Care and Adoption (8.6)

SAFE Foster Care Orientation (8.6)

Helping Hand Home Information Meeting (8.8)

Circles of Care Informational Meeting (8.12)

Pathways Youth and Family Services

Pathways Youth and Family Services (8.13)

At CK Family Services, we understand that choosing to become a foster parent is more than a choice and a process; it’s a personal journey. We’re here to guide, mentor, and support you every step of the way. Discover the CK Family Services difference!Register for our online Get Started info session:<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvf--rpz4tGdy3bMTtPlp82NQXuX3_EdEb#/registration">Meeting Registration - Zoom</a>

CK Family Services Get Started Meeting (8.13)

These information meetings are hosted by Foster Community and facilitated by different Child Placing Agencies in Region 7. These information meetings are open to all but targeting the Region 7’s counties of Bastrop, Bell, Blanco, Bosque, Brazos, Burleson, Burnet, Caldwell, Coryell, Falls, Fayette, Freestone, Grimes, Hamilton, Hays, Hill, Lampasas, Lee, Leon, Limestone, Llano, Madison, McLennan, Milam, Mills, Robertson, San Saba, Travis, Washington, and Williamson.Click the link below to register for one of our winter info meetings:<a href="https://www.dfps.texas.gov/Adoption_and_Foster_Care/Get_Started/Information_Meetings/07.asp">Get Started! (TARE) (texas.gov)</a>

Foster Care & Adoption Info Meeting (8.15)

DePelchin Information Meeting (8.19)

Este es el primer entrenamiento que una familia en proceso tomaría para su viaje en cuidado adoptivo. Explora algunas de las expectativas básicas y los requisitos necesarios para calificar para ser padres adoptivos y responde algunas preguntas frecuentes básicas.Para facilitar un proceso de registro fluido, solicitamos amablemente que cada participante se registre utilizando una dirección de correo electrónico distinta e individual. Es imperativo asegurarse de que cada participante complete el registro con una dirección de correo electrónico única y active activamente su asistencia durante el seminario web en vivo. Se agradece enormemente su cooperación para cumplir con esta directriz.Orientación en Español ocurre varias veces. Regístrese para la fecha y hora que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades:<a href="https://attendee.gototraining.com/rt/1947989793252378116">Orientación en Español.</a><a href="http://www.upbring.org">http://www.upbring.org</a>

Upbring Info Session (en Español-8.20)

SAFE Foster Care Orientation (8.20)

Pathways Youth and Family Services (8.21)

Arrow Info Session (8.21)

At CK Family Services, we understand that choosing to become a foster parent is more than a choice and a process; it’s a personal journey. We’re here to guide, mentor, and support you every step of the way. Discover the CK Family Services difference!Register for online Get Started info session:<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvdemrpzwpHtOudRtiHZGJcttJVFej2v--#/registration">Meeting Registration - Zoom</a>

CK Family Services Get Started Meeting (8.27)

Foster Care & Adoption Info Meeting (8.27)

Pathways Youth and Family Services (8.29)

DePelchin Information Meeting (9.2)

Pathways Youth and Family Services (9.3)

Arrow Info Session (9.3)

Circles of Care Informational Meeting (9.9)

At CK Family Services, we understand that choosing to become a foster parent is more than a choice and a process; it’s a personal journey. We’re here to guide, mentor, and support you every step of the way. Discover the CK Family Services difference!Register for our online Get Started info session:<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYucOGpqjMoHtzmpofGLIYpDY65Rv_swVc0#/registration">Meeting Registration - Zoom</a>

CK Family Services Get Started Meeting (9.10)

Pathways Youth and Family Services (9.10)

SAFE Foster Care Orientation (9.10)

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At Serenity, we believe every child deserves a home filled with love, safety, and hope. Rooted in faith and guided by a servant heart, we walk alongside foster families and caregivers to ensure that every child in our care experiences healing, stability, and joy.Our dedicated team provides:<ul><li>Regular home visits and case management</li><li>Individualized support for each child</li><li>Assistance with appointments, school needs, and service coordination</li><li>24/7 on-call support during emergencies</li></ul>To learn more, sign up for an upcoming orientation by clicking <a href="https://form.jotform.com/253247780039158">here.</a>

Serenity's Children's Center of Texas

SAFE’s Foster and Adopt in Austin program provides foster care, adoption services, and kinship care to families in Central Texas. Orientations are held virtually twice per month. For specific dates and to RSVP: <a href="https://www.safeaustin.org/attend-a-foster-adopt-program-orientation/">please use this form</a>

SAFE Orientation Meeting

SAFE Orientation Meeting (3.25)

Orientation is required for all those wishing to become foster/adoptive parents or to transfer from another child placing agency. During orientation we will discuss the history of Pathways, the types of programs we offer, the population of children we work with, and how to become a foster/adoptive parent with Pathways.Register for an orientation here: <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftexas.extendedreach.com%2F85257CF200689ADC%2FP_PW_TRAININGLIST&data=05%7C02%7C%7C6f09609a7ebd429aafb408dd4b8dd41f%7Cc2df61b8b86044429c26ff5e60176d3a%7C0%7C0%7C638749794837189876%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=thS7FuoYlQlRLiAoOj3rctmKhefXaXVd1cOyF%2BpH4Q4%3D&reserved=0">https://texas.extendedreach.com/85257CF200689ADC/P_PW_TRAININGLIST</a>

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