Catalog of current Trainings & Support Groups

Thank you for utilizing our training catalog. If you are giving, hosting, or know of an event that you would like to include on the calendar, please click here and follow the easy instructions. We are accepting events throughout the United States. If you have any questions, please email us or call our office.

Important Notes:

King County P.R.I.D.E. class registration has changed as of September 1, 2011. NWAE no longer processes the class registrations. However Families Like Ours will continue to assist in getting families into P.R.I.D.E. trainings. To make that process easier, we’re in process of developing the web tool - www.wapridetraining.org along with our calendar system here at www.familieslikeours.org. If you are in need of assistance please contact us.

As a reminder, Families Like Ours P.R.I.D.E. trainings include the orientation and is accepted at all private placement agencies and DSHS. In addition to your P.R.I.D.E. training you will also need your CPR/BBP/FistAid training. Listing of additional DSHS P.R.I.D.E. trainings. 

Staring in October you will find listings of P.R.I.D.E. training's from Tacoma to Everett with online registrations for select training's. Remember, if you have any questions or any help contact us by email, or by calling 206-441-7602.

In addition to this listing of events, also check out our Community Event's Calendar for other listings of events and trainings in the area.

 

Use the tabs below to find an educational program

Welcome to Families Like Ours training catalog. Check listings frequently for new events.

This catalog is broken down by basic types of trainings, support groups and programs. These trainings are designed for adoptive, foster and biological families, as well as adoption professionals. SOME ITEMS MAY NOT BE LISTED. We strongly advise that you compare this to the Calendar, where you will find other local and national events and training opportunities that may not be included on this page. If you need assistance please contact us.

 

 

 

Here are the upcoming P.R.I.D.E. trainings that Families Like Ours offers:

There are no upcoming trainings at this time.

Here are the upcoming trainings that Families Like Ours offers:

There are no upcoming trainings at this time.

Here are some upcoming Support Groups in Western Washington that Families Like Ours is aware of:

There are no upcoming trainings at this time.

In addition to live trainings, workshops and seminars that we are able to list for you, there are also many online options for foster, adoptive, general parent skill building and professionals. Currently we have the following listed, but keep checking back because this list changes. Don't forget, if you have something you think should be added please drop us an email by clicking here. If you need these training hours as part of your licensing, home study requirements, please check with your agency if they will accept these trainings. Please Note that Families Like Ours, Inc. is not responsible for the content or type of training listed below. We are not accrediting these trainings, or stating that these trainings meet your training requirements or needs.

NetFlixs:

Training list coming soon

Washington State DSHS: None WA State families may also take these trainings. Foster parents licensed by Washington State may obtain credit towards their required training hours by submitting a copy of the completion certificate to their licensor. Click here for instructions on your training certificate.

  • Love and Logic with Jonathan English, LMFT. Become a Love and Logic Parent. Learn how to work with your child for positive behavior change. (4 hrs 30 min)
  • "Make It Happen" Foster Parents learn about this unique pre-college experience for your youth in care. Windows Media, Real Audio (7 min)
  • Mandatory Reporting - As a caregiver, you are a mandated reporter of child abuse and neglect. Learn more about the reporting process in this video. (23 min 6 sec)
  • Nak Nu We Sha Program, Yakama Nation. Reflect on the importance of foster homes within the Native community. (9 min)
  • No Excuse music video. Encourages youth being abused to stand up, don't be afraid, and get help. (2 min 20 sec)
  • Relative Placement Through DCFS. The best place for a child is with their family. This panel discussion touches on the benefits and challenges of parenting a grandchild or other relative. (44 min)

Physically Aggressive Youth - Learn what you need to know to help your child deal with physically acting out behavior and to create a safe and nurturing environment. (1 hr 11 min) - This video is temporarily unavailable

-->

Success Stories of Youth in Care - See what a difference you can make in the life of a young person in out-of-home care. Children need to know that they can reach for the stars, regardless of their early life circumstances. Learn about four very resilient youth, who, with the support of mentors, have succeeded! (28 min)
Trauma and Children with Ross Dawson, MSW and Dr. Harry Kramer. Learn about trauma and how it effects children, especially in the post 9/11 era. (1 hr 25 min)
We are GLBTQ. What you should know about the care and support of youth who are Gay, Lesbian, Transgender or questioning their sexual identify. (42 min) Download discussion guide (167 kb)
Working with ADHD and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders with Randi Hankins. Randi is a dynamic speaker who delivers information with humor and compassion to those dealing with ADHD and FASD. You will learn a great deal in this workshop on how to improve the environment for children with these issues. (4 videos, 5 hrs 5 min total)