Caregiver Events

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)
Feb
24

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)

Resource Parent Curriculum (RPC) is back! RPC is an eight-week module workshop designed to educate parents on the effects of trauma on the children in their care.  

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing.

Must have a child currently in your home.

*This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation. 

Must be already enrolled in RPC starting at the beginning of the series to register for this session.

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In-Person Caregiver Support Group
Mar
2

In-Person Caregiver Support Group

This is an open, confidential support group for foster and kinship caregivers meant to help facilitate dialogue and provide tangible, practical, and experiential ways to address compassion fatigue/self-care needs while fostering alongside a therapist and peers. 

Open to all licensed foster/kinship parents with a focus on those seeking connection and support among others who are experiencing caregiving through the lens of foster or kinship care. 

Childcare is available onsite with appropriate curriculum to support children's needs.

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Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)
Mar
3

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)

Resource Parent Curriculum (RPC) is back! RPC is an eight-week module workshop designed to educate parents on the effects of trauma on the children in their care.  

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing.

Must have a child currently in your home.

*This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation. 

Must be already enrolled in RPC starting at the beginning of the series to register for this session.

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Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)
Mar
10

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)

Resource Parent Curriculum (RPC) is back! RPC is an eight-week module workshop designed to educate parents on the effects of trauma on the children in their care.  

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing.

Must have a child currently in your home.

*This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation. 

Must be already enrolled in RPC starting at the beginning of the series to register for this session.

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Forever Parent Support Group (VIRTUAL)
Mar
11

Forever Parent Support Group (VIRTUAL)

In partnership with Erin Nasmyth from Adoption Support Alliance this group is for caregivers who have adopted or have guardianship from foster care. This group is also open for foster parents who are on the journey toward adoption (post TPR).

Our Forever Family groups will be anchored by a topic of focus each month. The topic of focus for March is behavioral challenges. But, please know that you can bring up issues outside the topic of focus if you need or want to but the topics will help us focus our conversations.  There is always so much to talk about and we want to help structure those conversations so everyone can get the most possible out of our time together.

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Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)
Mar
17

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)

Resource Parent Curriculum (RPC) is back! RPC is an eight-week module workshop designed to educate parents on the effects of trauma on the children in their care.  

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing.

Must have a child currently in your home.

*This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation. 

Must be already enrolled in RPC starting at the beginning of the series to register for this session.

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Food Security Workshop
Mar
23

Food Security Workshop

Join FVC on Sunday, March 23rd for a workshop highlighting the importance of food security for children in care.  Ashley Roehrig, MS RDN LDN CEDRD and Annie Goldsmith, RD, LDN from Second Breakfast Nutrition will be joining Foster Village Charlotte for an in-person training to discuss how trauma and neglect/attachment issues impacts eating and the connection with the body. Caregivers will learn the brain science behind food behaviors common in foster care and how to support a child’s journey while they are living in your homes.  This training is open to all foster, kinship, and adoptive families.

Training will be held from 3-5 PM, with a community dinner to follow at 5 PM.  Childcare is available onsite through our incredible team of staff and volunteers. 

2 hours certificate will be provided toward relicensing

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Open Play Day
Mar
31

Open Play Day

Keep your cool when there is no school and join Foster Village Charlotte for our March Open Play Day at our Connection Cottage.  This drop-in-event is a great opportunity to experience connection and play alongside other families in our fun, child focused center.  Children can enjoy our sensory play studio (complete with foam bit and climbing wall) as well as learn more about what's upcoming at the village.  Games, activities, snacks and light lunch will be available to families from 10-1 PM. Please register to allow our team to help prepare.

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Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)
Mar
31

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)

Resource Parent Curriculum (RPC) is back! RPC is an eight-week module workshop designed to educate parents on the effects of trauma on the children in their care.  

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing.

Must have a child currently in your home.

*This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation. 

Must be already enrolled in RPC starting at the beginning of the series to register for this session.

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In-Person Caregiver Support Group
Apr
6

In-Person Caregiver Support Group

This is an open, confidential support group for foster and kinship caregivers meant to help facilitate dialogue and provide tangible, practical, and experiential ways to address compassion fatigue/self-care needs while fostering alongside a therapist and peers. 

Open to all licensed foster/kinship parents with a focus on those seeking connection and support among others who are experiencing caregiving through the lens of foster or kinship care. 

Childcare is available onsite with appropriate curriculum to support children's needs.

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Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)
Apr
7

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)

Resource Parent Curriculum (RPC) is back! RPC is an eight-week module workshop designed to educate parents on the effects of trauma on the children in their care.  

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing.

Must have a child currently in your home.

*This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation. 

Must be already enrolled in RPC starting at the beginning of the series to register for this session.

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Forever Parent Support Group (VIRTUAL)
Apr
8

Forever Parent Support Group (VIRTUAL)

In partnership with Erin Nasmyth from Adoption Support Alliance this group is for caregivers who have adopted or have guardianship from foster care. This group is also open for foster parents who are on the journey toward adoption (post TPR).

Our Forever Family groups will be anchored by a topic of focus each month. The topic of focus for April is Grief and Loss. But, please know that you can bring up issues outside the topic of focus if you need or want to but the topics will help us focus our conversations.  There is always so much to talk about and we want to help structure those conversations so everyone can get the most possible out of our time together.

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Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)
Apr
21

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)

Resource Parent Curriculum (RPC) is back! RPC is an eight-week module workshop designed to educate parents on the effects of trauma on the children in their care.  

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing.

Must have a child currently in your home.

*This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation. 

Must be already enrolled in RPC starting at the beginning of the series to register for this session.

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Child-Adult Relationship Enhancement (CARE) Training
Apr
26

Child-Adult Relationship Enhancement (CARE) Training

Join us on Saturday, April 26th for a free, trauma-informed training designed to strengthen child-adult interactions, encourage positive behaviors, and increase child engagement.

Child-Adult Relationship Enhancement (CARE) equips foster and kinship caregivers with practical, evidence-based skills to build stronger connections with children and teens (ages 2-18). CARE compliments ongoing therapeutic services and provides tools that can be used in any setting.

This four-hour, hands on training includes:

  • Strategies to improve child-adult relationships

  • Techniques to encourage cooperation and positive behavior

  • Tools to create a supportive, engaging environment

  • Interactive activities and live practice with trainer feedback

Earn a 4-hour certificate toward relicensing. Childcare available onsite with trauma-informed, background-checked volunteers.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable skills and connect with other caregivers! 

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In-Person Caregiver Support Group
May
4

In-Person Caregiver Support Group

This is an open, confidential support group for foster and kinship caregivers meant to help facilitate dialogue and provide tangible, practical, and experiential ways to address compassion fatigue/self-care needs while fostering alongside a therapist and peers. 

Open to all licensed foster/kinship parents with a focus on those seeking connection and support among others who are experiencing caregiving through the lens of foster or kinship care. 

Childcare is available onsite with appropriate curriculum to support children's needs.

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Forever Parent Support Group (VIRTUAL)
May
13

Forever Parent Support Group (VIRTUAL)

In partnership with Erin Nasmyth from Adoption Support Alliance this group is for caregivers who have adopted or have guardianship from foster care. This group is also open for foster parents who are on the journey toward adoption (post TPR).

Our Forever Family groups will be anchored by a topic of focus each month. The topic of focus for May is Talking About Adoption. But, please know that you can bring up issues outside the topic of focus if you need or want to but the topics will help us focus our conversations.  There is always so much to talk about and we want to help structure those conversations so everyone can get the most possible out of our time together.

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Sensory and Regulation Workshop
May
18

Sensory and Regulation Workshop

Gain a deeper understanding of sensory processing and its impact on a child's development with an interactive workshop Project SOOTHe Coordinator, Dana!

Caregivers will leave with a deeper understanding of sensory processing in child development, strategies for promoting self-regulation, and practical techniques to provide sensory support and advocate for the child's needs. 

Training will be held from 3-5 PM
, will childcare available onsite.  Community style dinner to follow at 5 PM. 2 hours certificate will be provided toward relicensing

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In-Person Caregiver Support Group
Jun
1

In-Person Caregiver Support Group

This is an open, confidential support group for foster and kinship caregivers meant to help facilitate dialogue and provide tangible, practical, and experiential ways to address compassion fatigue/self-care needs while fostering alongside a therapist and peers. 

Open to all licensed foster/kinship parents with a focus on those seeking connection and support among others who are experiencing caregiving through the lens of foster or kinship care. 

Childcare is available onsite with appropriate curriculum to support children's needs.

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Forever Parent Support Group (In-Person)
Jun
22

Forever Parent Support Group (In-Person)

Join us in-person for Forever Family Support group on Sunday, June 22nd! In partnership with Erin Nasmyth from Adoption Support Alliance this group is designed for caregivers who have adopted or gained guardianship through foster care. It is also open to foster parents navigating the journey toward adoption (post-TPR).


Our Forever Family groups will be anchored by a topic of focus each month.  The topic of focus for June is biological family relationships.  But, please know that you can bring up issues outside the topic of focus if you need or want to but the topics will help us focus our conversations.  There is always so much to talk about and we want to help structure those conversations so everyone can get the most possible out of our time together.

Forever Family Support Group will be held from 3-4:30 PM, To support families, onsite childcare will be provided by trauma-informed and background-checked volunteers.  If you plan to utilize childcare, please register only yourself initially; you will be prompted to complete registration for your children in the following steps.

This group offers a welcoming space to share your experiences, receive support, and foster a sense of community. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)
Feb
17

Resource Parent Curriculum (VIRTUAL)

Resource Parent Curriculum (RPC) is back! RPC is an eight-week module workshop designed to educate parents on the effects of trauma on the children in their care.  

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing.

Must have a child currently in your home.

*This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation. 

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Connection Sundays
Feb
16

Connection Sundays

Join us for Connection Sundays with Foster Village Charlotte, beginning on Sunday, February 16th.  This welcoming space is designed for foster, kinship, and adoptive families to connect with one another and our team of experts. From 3-5 PM, enjoy a supportive environment while our trauma-trained, background-checked volunteers provide childcare, giving you the time to recharge and build community.

Choose one of the three support options below that fits your needs, you’ll be prompted to select one opportunity that aligns with your needs. 

  • Option 1: Forever Family Support Group: In partnership with Erin Nasmyth from Adoption Support Alliance this group is designed for caregivers who have adopted or gained guardianship through foster care. It is also open to foster parents navigating the journey toward adoption (post-TPR).  

  • Option 2: Kinship Corner: A dedicated space specifically for those who are raising children as relatives to connect and share experiences.

  • Option 3: Connection Corner: Relax over tea and coffee for informal, supportive discussions with fellow caregivers. Open to any foster, kinship, or adoptive parent with or without an active placement.

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May
24

Daytime Caregiver In-Person Support Group

This is an open confidential support group meant to help facilitate dialogue and provide tangible, practical, and experiential ways to address compassion fatigue/self-care needs while fostering alongside a therapist and peers. Open to all licensed foster/kinship parents with a focus on those seeking connection and support among others who are experiencing caregiving through the lens of foster or kinship care. This group will include a special child enrichment activity for children!

Register HERE

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May
21

Caregiver In-Person Support Group/ Siblings of Foster Care Group

Open support group for anyone fostering or providing kinship care. Childcare will engage all ages in multi-sensory play!  While caregivers are together in our beautiful new space, kids will be next door having fun with volunteers.

This time we have a unique opportunity for forever children in your home (whether biological or adopted) to be supported processing foster care. We know that when adults decide to do kinship or foster care, it impacts the WHOLE family and yet there is very few (if any!) content directed to the children already in the home.

Brittany Luther, Child Life Specialist, created curriculum and hold group sessions around waiting, loss, unknowns, jealousy, frustrations, and grief and she'll be there Sunday ready to support our kiddos!

Register HERE

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May
12

Mother's Day Appreciation Event

Foster and Kinship Moms, we see you, we appreciate you, and we celebrate you.   

Join us on Friday, May 12th between 9-4 pm for a special, drop-in event with Twenty Two West and Milk & Honey CLT, honoring the mothers of Foster Village Charlotte.  Space is limited, please register to attend.

Register HERE

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May
11

Resource Parent Curriculum (Parenting a Child who has Experienced Trauma) Workshop

RPC is designed for families that currently have a child in their care. The curriculum, developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), provides time each session for parents to discuss a particular child in their care and try out new skills and tools that will reduce the stress of parenting a child who has experienced trauma. 16 credit hours toward relicensing. Must have a child currently in your home. This is a grant-funded opportunity to allow this valuable experience to be free of charge with the requirement of 80-100% participation.

This course is led by Katie Robinson and Rachel Rosenfeld. Katie is LCSW that specializes in child therapy, is a former special education educator, and adoptive parent from foster care. Rachel is a veteran school psychologist with over 20 years experience as a foster parent.

Register HERE

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May
10

Village Bridge: Between MAPP and First Placement

Are you in the place where you completed MAPP but haven't yet received your license or first placement? Foster Village Charlotte has spent years gathering resources, uncovering patterns, and discovering the best content to help new foster parents succeed. We're a team of experienced foster parents, child development experts, and therapists. We get it. We've been there. Let's help you launch well.

Meeting others beginning their fostering journey is a lifeline as you begin taking placements. This group allows you to meet others across different agencies, building your network of support. Completing this workshop also give participants the ability to be linked with a seasoned foster parent to serve as a mentor during your first 4-6 months of being an active foster parent. These individuals, known as Village Guides, bring relational and experiential support with the objective of helping you navigating the complexity of the child welfare system. Thanks to Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation, this is a grant-funded program and is free of charge for participants but 80-100% participation is required for those that register.

5 Weekly Sessions

  • Building your Village

  • Caring for You

  • Getting Organized

  • Aces and Trauma Shared Parenting

  • When The Phone Rings

  • Q&A Panel with Village Guides (seasoned foster parent mentors!)

Materials Included

  • Village Bridge Handbook

  • A choice of two trauma- informed books for adults and/or children

Email hannah@fostervillagecharlotte.org to register.

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May
6

Village Seize the Play

Village Seize the Play is an opportunity to PLAY alongside other families connected to foster care. This is a quarterly event and our spring gathering's theme is FARM FUN! Join us for face painting, treats and snacks, raffles, and lots of animals. 

Please only register yourself for this event (you will be prompted to include your children's names and age on the following screen). 

Looking forward to playing! Register here

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May
3

Village Bridge: Between MAPP & First Placement Q & A

If you can not commit to attending the 4 Village Bridge sessions, FVC extends an invitation for you to come to our Q&A for new foster parents with our Village Guides. 

Completing this workshop also gives participants the ability to be linked with a seasoned foster parent to serve as a mentor during your first 4-6 months of being an active foster parent. These individuals, known as Village Guides, bring relational and experiential support with the objective of helping you navigate the complexity of the child welfare system.

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