February 2019
Community Connections
Remember to mark your March calendars for Holly Summers and Dr. Beasley from The Ackerman FAS group who will be speaking at our March Community Connections Meeting. We will provide dinner and limited childcare. Please reserve your childcare spot today by emailing sandy@fosterchangecc.org.
February we will be hosting family bingo night! We would like to give families a chance to have fun together. Please email sandy@fosterchangecc.org to reserve your spot today.
“When you connect to the heart of a child, everything is possible.”
– Dr. Karyn Purvis
Empowered to Connect
If you would like to learn more about Trust Based Intervention, register to attend the Empowered to Connect Conference which will be held at Canyon Ridge Church. The conference will be help on April 4th and 5th. Please click on the link below if you are interested in registering.
The cost is only $20.00 to attend.

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TBRI is attachment based, trauma informed intervention.This interesting approach to parenting is geared to vulnerable children who have experienced abuse and neglect. Connecting with your child and building trust can make a huge difference. Learn more about TBRI by watching this video.

Learn more about keeping your child regulated.


Training
We have the following dates available for CPR/First AID and AED training:

Friday 3/29/2019 from 2-6pm
Monday 5/6/2019 from 5-9 pm

There is no childcare available for this class.

Please call 702-970-4546 to register or Email sandy@fosterchangecc.org
Available dates for Car Seat Safety Training:

Friday 3/1/2019 from 2-6 pm
Tuesday 7/30/2019 from 6-9 pm

Please bring your car seat to class, if you have one available.

There is no childcare available for this class.
Please call 702-970-4546 to register.
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If you are working on your license (kinship caregivers who have children with an open DFS case), there are two required QPI videos that you have to watch for licensing:  Normalcy and  Emergency Preparedness. We have created study guides for the required videos licensed caregivers much watch for re-licensing hours.  Click here to view our available study guides.

We continue to offer our computers for you to use at our office in order to complete videos required for licensing and re-licensing, please call to request an appointment (702) 970-4546.
Required QPI Videos for Re-licensing - NEW STUDY GUIDES
If you are a licensed caregiver and it is time time to renew, you will be required to complete 12 hours of online training through QPInevada.org. There are six hours of trainings you are required to take, and the rest you can choose.

We have created study guides for the required trainings and nine more we recommend that will equal 12 hours. Click  HERE for the study guides, or give us a call and we'd be happy to provide it for you!
Adoption Exchange - Online Training
The Adoption Exchange offers free online training for Foster and Adoptive parents. Please register first to gain access to the online learning. If you already have an account with The Adoption Exchange please log in and take advantage of the free training.


The Adoption exchange also offers a lending library which is an excellent post adoption service. Please click on the link below for more information.

SAFY offers a Sex Education class for children an
if you would like more information contact SAFY at 702-385-5331. SAFY also provides services such as Intensive Family Intervention Services
  • Trauma
  • Anxiety and Depression*
  • ADHD*
  • Conduct Issues*
  • Transition and Adjustments*
Take a Break!

Canyon Ridge Christian Church hosts Parents Night Out every third Friday of the month from
6-9 pm. For safety purposes, the door closes at 6:30 pm. Please make sure your children are fed before they are dropped off. Please click below to create an account if you are interested.


Grace Point Church Church provides free respite care every first Friday of the month. Grace Point Church appreciates the opportunity to help Foster Parents take a little break to catch a movie or go do something fun with their significant other. For more information please contact:

YMCA Family Night
If your family is a member of The YMCA, there are great activities and events to consider.
Events include, Family's Night Out, Parents Night Out and much more. Some events and activities require memberships and some are offered at a low cost. Check the YMCA in your area for more details. Below is an informational flyer specific to the Centennial Hills YMCA.

Things to Do
Did you know that Foster Children are, and will always be, FREE at SeaQuest Interactive Aquariums? Children in foster care are always welcome free of charge, 365 days a year! One caregiver will also receive free admission.



Boys & Girls Club was established so that kids would have a safe place for recreational activities where they could develop and grow. This is a place where children can feel like they belong. This is also a great way for kids to interact with other kids and make new friends. Boys & Girls Club hosts events such as Boys Night Out, Girls Day and they have athletic activities. If you are interested in joining please visit your nearest Boys & Girls Club for pricing and member information.

Pogo pass is a great way to save on activities for the family.

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Fire Extinguisher Service
These two companies have very affordable rates if you need your fire extinguisher recharged.

301 W St Louis Ave
(702) 384-1546
Open ⋅ Closes 4PM   

Sandy Vargas | Foster Change | 702-970-4546 | |sandy@fosterchangecc.org | www.fosterchangecc.org