July 2019
Foster Change Events
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Are you fostering a child that needs hair care? This class covers how to to care for the child's hair at home if you are on a budget as well as teaches techniques on simple yet stylish and cute hair ideas. Facilitator s

The event will also discuss how to build up a child's self confidence so that they know how beautiful they are and believe in themselves. Caregivers and children will get a chance to learn about appropriate hair products and demonstrate hair ideas that are simple yet stylish and cute.
Dinner and childcare will be provided, please email [email protected] to reserve your childcare spot.
All foster, adoptive and kinship families that are a part of Foster Change are invited for some family fun. We will be doing Bingo again with prizes to give out to lucky winners. Children under 5 will need to be in the childcare room. Because of limited space, please RSVP to reserve childcare and a seat to play Bingo as soon as possible 702-970-4546. There is only a limited amount of spaces and registration will closed once it has been filled.
Tickets by  Eventbrite
Annual Halloween Carnival
This years Halloween carnival will include a costume giveaway. Your Foster Change membership must be current to be able to participate. This year we will have games, candy stations and a costume giveaway and much more. Look for sign up details in the next newsletter. The date for this will be Saturday October 19th .
NACAC Conference Award Recipients
Attending the North American Council on Adoptable Children was an amazing experience. There is always an opportunity to learn more about what children in care need. NACAC is a membership based organization that can help you learn how to better advocate for your child because of the training and resources they offer. This can help make your fostering experience more successful.

During the conference I got the chance to see people be awarded for their contributions to the foster community Alison Caliendo- Executive Director and Founder of Foster Kinship, works tirelessly for children that are being raised by relatives and Sean Anders who directed the movie Instant Family. The movie is really does a great job at depicting what happens when children are in care. How they can be doing great one minute, and the next, anything can trigger a memory. If you have not had a chance to see the movie, please watch it, my family and I really enjoyed it.

Respite Volunteers Needed
Help Out One Another
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Foster Change would like to put together a respite list for members that have adopted children and are not eligible for services through Department of Family Services. Every now and then I hear caregivers wanting to get away for a weekend or they need a few hours of self care. If you are willing to provide assistance to your fellow caregivers, please let us know by filling out this form with your information. Your participation is greatly appreciated. Not only are you helping another caregiver take a break, but you are connecting kids so they can make lasting friendships. If you are interested, please take a minute to fill out the interest form.

Click Here: Interest Form
Respite Opportunities
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. Or for a small price you can have family dinner together at the church.
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.

Training
Available dates for Car Seat Safety Training
Tuesday 9/19/2019 from 6-9 pm
Sunday 11/10/2019 from 10am-1pm

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.
Available dates for CPR/First Aid/AED Training

Friday 10/4/2019 from 5-9 pm
Sunday 12/15/2019 from 10 am-2 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*
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Discounts for Foster Families
SeaQuest offers the opportunity for children in Foster Care to enjoy SeaQuest free of charge. Please take your placement letter with you.

Children's Discovery Museum offers a reduced fee of $3.00 per person (up to four guests) if you show an EBT, WIC, SNAP card or foster care license.
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Merlin's Magic Wand
Merlin's Magic Wand offers the opportunity to apply for a travel grant to to places such as Legoland and Madame Tussauds. The travel grant can cover the cost of tickets and parking.
For more information on how to apply please click below.
Community Resources
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   

Support
Need Support? Do you know that there are support groups for Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship families across Las Vegas? We have recently compiled a list of groups and hopefully you will find one that meets your needs!

Family Fun Guide
Summer Fun!
Purchase your Pogo Pass for this year and get access to some great activities for all ages. For more information please click on the link below.


Vegas Family Guide Website
If you are looking for stuff to do or resources, Vegas family guide is a great site to check out. They have information on resources and
Back to School Craze!
Sandy Vargas | Foster Change | 702-970-4546 | |[email protected] | www.fosterchangecc.org