Kinship

This presentation by Dr. Lisa Weed Phifer, NCSP, a trauma-informed social-emotional learning (SEL) specialist for Fairfax County Public Schools, explores how trauma-informed practices and social-emotional learning (SEL) support student well-being and academic success. We discuss the impact of stress and trauma on children, how it can manifest in their behavior, and the importance of creating […]

Raising children and youth with disabilities, especially in foster, adoptive and kinship families can be challenging! We work so hard to support our loved ones that we often forget to take care of ourselves. Join FFF Board Member and licensed clinical social worker Dr. Monique Lilakos to learn more about stress management and self-care. REGISTER […]