Held virtually, Hosted and Presented by YouthCare IL Register Here Sometimes, we take for granted the everyday experiences most of us had growing up that play an important role in shaping who we become along the way. Children in foster care often times miss out on many of these opportunities that provide many life lessons […]

Held virtually, Hosted and Presented by Prevent Child Abuse Illinois Substance abuse is a growing problem in our families and hurts everyone in the family, especially children. This training provides an overview of substance use disorders (SUDs) and how they impact the family, parenting capacity, and children. This training also provides ways you can support […]

Held virtually, Hosted and Presented by YouthCare Illinois A lot of attention and research has focused on the impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, in recent years. Understanding the negative impact on a child’s overall development and even into adulthood is important, but equally important is understanding what can be done to prevent or […]

Held virtually, Hosted by Illinois CASA, Presented by iCARE4 Schools This interactive webinar explores how CASA professionals can help strengthen collaboration between schools, caregivers, mental health providers, and child welfare teams to better support children with complex family experiences. Participants will be introduced to the Adoption & Foster Friendly Schools™ movement, practical healing-centered strategies, and […]

Held virtually* Talking with children about their experiences requires patience, skill, and thoughtful communication. This training will provide practical guidance for interviewing children in a way that encourages open communication while supporting their comfort and well-being. Participants will learn strategies for asking effective questions, listening carefully, and creating an environment where children feel safe sharing […]

Held virtually* Please join us for this Case Chat, a relaxed space for CASA volunteers to connect, talk through their cases, and support one another. It’s a chance to share wins and challenges, ask questions, get input from staff and fellow advocates, and feel camaraderie with others who truly understand the work. Come to share, […]

Held virtually, Hosted and Presented by Prevent Child Abuse Illinois If you are working with caregivers during their early recovery journey, join us as we explore many of the issues children and their caregivers experience as they navigate life in the recovery environment. We will share issues often present for many parents in early recovery […]

Held virtually, Hosted and presented by YouthCare Illinois Sometimes, we take for granted the everyday experiences most of us had growing up that play an important role in shaping who we become along the way. Children in foster care often times miss out on many of these opportunities that provide many life lessons and chances […]

Held virtually* This workshop is designed to support volunteers in preparing strong, effective court reports. We’ll review the fundamentals of what to include (and what to avoid), and best practices for writing clear and concise content. You’ll have the opportunity to bring case-specific questions for discussion. In addition, we’ll provide a guided walkthrough of the […]