Tuesday, July 21st
from 6:30-8:30 pm MST
from 6:30-8:30 pm MST
Join us for a meaningful discussion about the experiences of biological children in foster and adoptive families. Hear honest perspectives from biological children, parents, and professionals as we talk about changing family dynamics, sibling relationships, challenges, growth, and ways to support connection within the home.
Topics will include preparing biological children, navigating trauma-related behaviors, supporting emotional well-being, and helping children build healthy relationships together.
Topics will include preparing biological children, navigating trauma-related behaviors, supporting emotional well-being, and helping children build healthy relationships together.
Friday, July 31st
from 12:00-1:00 pm MST
from 12:00-1:00 pm MST
Understanding Colorado's Medicaid waiver system can feel overwhelming for families caring for children with disabilities or complex needs. This training will provide an overview of Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS), including the CES, CwCHN, CHRP, and CFC waivers. Participants will learn who may qualify, which programs require a disability determination, how to access services, and where to begin when seeking support for their child or family.
About the Presenter
Wendy Miles is a Family Support Specialist with Developmental Pathways and a former special education teacher. As a foster and adoptive parent, she has personally navigated the challenges of raising a child with multiple diagnoses, including RAD, ADHD, ASD, and ODD. Drawing from both professional and lived experience, Wendy is passionate about helping families understand available resources and access the services their children need to thrive.
About the Presenter
Wendy Miles is a Family Support Specialist with Developmental Pathways and a former special education teacher. As a foster and adoptive parent, she has personally navigated the challenges of raising a child with multiple diagnoses, including RAD, ADHD, ASD, and ODD. Drawing from both professional and lived experience, Wendy is passionate about helping families understand available resources and access the services their children need to thrive.
Monday, August 17th
from 12:00-1:00 pm MST
from 12:00-1:00 pm MST
Join us for a practical and encouraging Lunch & Learn focused on helping children, teens, and adults better manage stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional regulation.
Presented by Terri Motley, Neuroptimal® Certified Basic Trainer and foster/adoptive mom, this session will explore how brain training can support healthier emotional responses, improved focus, better sleep, and greater resilience.
Topics include:
Whether you're a foster parent, adoptive parent, caregiver, professional, or simply interested in learning more about brain health, you'll leave with a greater understanding of how a calm, flexible brain can help families thrive.
Presented by Terri Motley, Neuroptimal® Certified Basic Trainer and foster/adoptive mom, this session will explore how brain training can support healthier emotional responses, improved focus, better sleep, and greater resilience.
Topics include:
- Managing big emotions and frequent meltdowns
- Improving focus and attention
- Reducing anxiety, stress, and racing thoughts
- Supporting better sleep and relaxation
- Building resilience and emotional regulation
- Creating more peace and calm at home
Whether you're a foster parent, adoptive parent, caregiver, professional, or simply interested in learning more about brain health, you'll leave with a greater understanding of how a calm, flexible brain can help families thrive.
Tuesday, September 1st
from 6:00-8:00pm MST
from 6:00-8:00pm MST
Stewards of Children® is an evidence-informed, award-winning two and a half hour training that teaches adults to prevent,
recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Through interviews with a very diverse group of people with lived
experience, experts, and treatment providers, Stewards of Children® teaches adults practical actions they can take to reduce
instances of child sexual abuse in their organizations, families, and communities.
Sierra Cramer is a forensic interviewer at the Center for Children. Sierra received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Colorado Mesa University and a master's degree in criminal justice from Arizona State University. Before coming to the Center for Children, Sierra was with Mesa County Child Welfare as an Assessment Caseworker. While Sierra is primarily a forensic interviewer at the Center, she also has various roles which includes being in charge of the prevention program and presenting Stewards of Children to organizations who are interested in learning more on protecting children from sexual abuse. In her free time, Sierra enjoys reading, gardening, and spending time with her family.
recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Through interviews with a very diverse group of people with lived
experience, experts, and treatment providers, Stewards of Children® teaches adults practical actions they can take to reduce
instances of child sexual abuse in their organizations, families, and communities.
Sierra Cramer is a forensic interviewer at the Center for Children. Sierra received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Colorado Mesa University and a master's degree in criminal justice from Arizona State University. Before coming to the Center for Children, Sierra was with Mesa County Child Welfare as an Assessment Caseworker. While Sierra is primarily a forensic interviewer at the Center, she also has various roles which includes being in charge of the prevention program and presenting Stewards of Children to organizations who are interested in learning more on protecting children from sexual abuse. In her free time, Sierra enjoys reading, gardening, and spending time with her family.
