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SUMMARY:Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual summer course
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF this summer for a Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual course\, in real time on Tuesday evenings. \nThis 8-session Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course is offered weekly on Tuesdays\, virtually from 7 – 9 PM\, starting June 17. The course is delivered by FFF’s Melissa Lebling\, who is a certified Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course facilitator. All 12 modules will be included in the 8 sessions. The registration fee for the course\, inclusive of materials and access to the live sessions\, is $250. \nRegister using link below. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/raising-kids-with-big-baffling-behavior-virtual-summer-course/2025-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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SUMMARY:Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual summer course
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF this summer for a Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual course\, in real time on Tuesday evenings. \nThis 8-session Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course is offered weekly on Tuesdays\, virtually from 7 – 9 PM\, starting June 17. The course is delivered by FFF’s Melissa Lebling\, who is a certified Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course facilitator. All 12 modules will be included in the 8 sessions. The registration fee for the course\, inclusive of materials and access to the live sessions\, is $250. \nRegister using link below. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/raising-kids-with-big-baffling-behavior-virtual-summer-course/2025-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual summer course
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF this summer for a Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual course\, in real time on Tuesday evenings. \nThis 8-session Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course is offered weekly on Tuesdays\, virtually from 7 – 9 PM\, starting June 17. The course is delivered by FFF’s Melissa Lebling\, who is a certified Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course facilitator. All 12 modules will be included in the 8 sessions. The registration fee for the course\, inclusive of materials and access to the live sessions\, is $250. \nRegister using link below. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/raising-kids-with-big-baffling-behavior-virtual-summer-course/2025-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual summer course
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF this summer for a Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual course\, in real time on Tuesday evenings. \nThis 8-session Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course is offered weekly on Tuesdays\, virtually from 7 – 9 PM\, starting June 17. The course is delivered by FFF’s Melissa Lebling\, who is a certified Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course facilitator. All 12 modules will be included in the 8 sessions. The registration fee for the course\, inclusive of materials and access to the live sessions\, is $250. \nRegister using link below. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/raising-kids-with-big-baffling-behavior-virtual-summer-course/2025-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
UID:10002477-1752606000-1752613200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual summer course
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF this summer for a Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual course\, in real time on Tuesday evenings. \nThis 8-session Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course is offered weekly on Tuesdays\, virtually from 7 – 9 PM\, starting June 17. The course is delivered by FFF’s Melissa Lebling\, who is a certified Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course facilitator. All 12 modules will be included in the 8 sessions. The registration fee for the course\, inclusive of materials and access to the live sessions\, is $250. \nRegister using link below. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/raising-kids-with-big-baffling-behavior-virtual-summer-course/2025-07-15/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
UID:10002478-1753210800-1753218000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual summer course
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF this summer for a Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual course\, in real time on Tuesday evenings. \nThis 8-session Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course is offered weekly on Tuesdays\, virtually from 7 – 9 PM\, starting June 17. The course is delivered by FFF’s Melissa Lebling\, who is a certified Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course facilitator. All 12 modules will be included in the 8 sessions. The registration fee for the course\, inclusive of materials and access to the live sessions\, is $250. \nRegister using link below. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/raising-kids-with-big-baffling-behavior-virtual-summer-course/2025-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
UID:10002479-1753815600-1753822800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual summer course
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF this summer for a Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual course\, in real time on Tuesday evenings. \nThis 8-session Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course is offered weekly on Tuesdays\, virtually from 7 – 9 PM\, starting June 17. The course is delivered by FFF’s Melissa Lebling\, who is a certified Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course facilitator. All 12 modules will be included in the 8 sessions. The registration fee for the course\, inclusive of materials and access to the live sessions\, is $250. \nRegister using link below. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/raising-kids-with-big-baffling-behavior-virtual-summer-course/2025-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250709T232516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T232516Z
UID:10002572-1753876800-1753882200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Helping Foster\, Adoptive and Kinship Parents Navigate Special Education webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Regional (Central VA) Post Adoption Consortium\, FFF staff will share critical and current information about the special education process and how to support families formed through foster care\, adoption and kinship care raising children and youth with disabilities. Open to any interested professional or family member statewide.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/helping-foster-adoptive-and-kinship-parents-navigate-special-education-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250714T162430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T164507Z
UID:10002573-1754006400-1754092799@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Learning Your Way online course window opens
DESCRIPTION:The summer/fall registration for Formed Families Forward’s very own online learning course platform is open now. Course access starts August 1st. Your registration includes access to the following courses: \n\nSpecial Education 101\nConstructive Communication & Collaboration\nDispute Resolution\nTrauma 101 for Foster\, Adoptive & Kinship Families\nSpecial Education Dispute Resolution for Foster\, Adoptive & Kinship Families\nKinship Care\nOther Health Impairments (OHI) – including lessons on ADHD\, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD)\, and Tourette Syndrome\n\nThe lessons are self-paced and include presentations\, videos and other resources\, interactive scenarios and resource links. \nBest yet\, the courses are free to family members and interested professionals. Certificates of completion are available. \nRegister at link below. \nDownload FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/learning-your-way-online-course-window-opens/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250501T012232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T225244Z
UID:10002535-1754067600-1754074800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Summer Family Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Foster\, adoptive and kinship families are invited to join FFF for our annuaul Summer Family Picnic on Friday\, August 1 at Southside Park in Vienna.  The event is FREE but REGISTRATION is required\, see link below. \nWe will reconnect\, relax\, and play. There will be a service project and activities for the whole family followed by dinner. \nMain dishes (pulled pork and chicken sandwiches\, and mac and cheese) and drinks will be provided; we ask families to bring a side dish or dessert to share. \nFollowing dinner\, young children will enjoy a surprise entertainer. \n**New this year** teens will participate in a special activity: “Thinking Outside of the Box & Into the Future.” Participating teens (13 and older) will receive an Amazon gift card! \nParents and caregivers will have time to talk with each other and visit our exhibitors. NOTE: Parents and caregivers are responsible for supervision of their children at all times. This is NOT a drop-off event. \nThis year’s picnic will be at Southside Park\, located at 1315 Ross Dr. SW\, Vienna\, VA\, 22180 (Enter park from Ware St. SW). Restrooms will be available. \nDownload EVENT FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-summer-family-picnic/
LOCATION:Southside Park\, Vienna\, 1317 Ross Drive SW\, Vienna\, VA\, 22180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Youth and Young Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
UID:10002480-1754420400-1754427600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual summer course
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF this summer for a Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior virtual course\, in real time on Tuesday evenings. \nThis 8-session Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course is offered weekly on Tuesdays\, virtually from 7 – 9 PM\, starting June 17. The course is delivered by FFF’s Melissa Lebling\, who is a certified Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behavior course facilitator. All 12 modules will be included in the 8 sessions. The registration fee for the course\, inclusive of materials and access to the live sessions\, is $250. \nRegister using link below. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/raising-kids-with-big-baffling-behavior-virtual-summer-course/2025-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T124637Z
UID:10002614-1760638500-1760644800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group IN-PERSON 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment to building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. The IN PERSON group meets at different Community Center locations around the County. Registrants will receive email reminders of location. \nNOTE: Fairfax Kinship Support Group will NOT meet in JULY. \n  \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best. \nSee the registration site for all the meeting dates and formats. \nFLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-in-person-2025-26/2025-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250726T023837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T024036Z
UID:10002576-1760778000-1760799600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Positive Parenting class in Prince William
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by FFF\, this one day class is delivered in person. \nThank you to Potomac Health Foundation for support of the Positive Parenting in PW classes. \nPositive Parenting in Prince William uses proven parent training (Positive Solutions for Families) that helps families learn to support children’s social and emotional skills\, understand their problem behavior\, and use positive ways to help children learn the behaviors they need to be successful. We will cover ways to deal with challenging behaviors and the mental health needs of children. This session provides parents and caregivers with key strategies that can be helpful with children of all ages and needs. \nDuring the class\, we will discuss a wide range of positive approaches that support children’s self-regulation\, independence\, cooperation\, and problem-solving skills. This class consists of hands-on role playing and strategies. \nTopics include: \n·       Making the Connection \n·       Keeping it Positive \n·       Behavior has Meaning \n·       The Power of Routines \n·       Teach Me What to Do \n·       Responding with Purpose \n·       Putting it All Together with a Plan \n Families will receive a workbook\, Family Routine Guide\, children’s booklets\, and  materials to reinforce the skills learned during the class. \n  \nClass starts at 9:00 a.m.\, doors open at 8:30 for check-in and light breakfast. Child care is included for free\, but advance registration is REQUIRED. \nLunch will be provided.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/43764/
LOCATION:The Arc of Greater Prince William\, 13505 Hillendale Rd.\, Woodbridge\, Virginia\, 22193
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250726T022940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T150433Z
UID:10002575-1763197200-1763218800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Positive Parenting class\, in Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by FFF\, this one day class is delivered in person and fully in Spanish. \nThank you to Potomac Health Foundation for support of the Positive Parenting in PW classes. \nCrianza Positiva en Prince William utiliza un programa comprobado de capacitación para padres (Positive Solutions for Families) que ayuda a las familias a apoyar las habilidades sociales y emocionales de los niños\, comprender las conductas problemáticas y utilizar estrategias positivas para enseñar a los niños los comportamientos que necesitan para tener éxito. Abordaremos maneras de manejar conductas desafiantes y las necesidades de salud mental de los niños. Estas sesiones ofrecen a padres y cuidadores estrategias clave que pueden ser útiles con niños de todas las edades y con diferentes necesidades. \nDurante la clase\, hablaremos sobre una variedad de enfoques positivos que apoyan la autorregulación\, la independencia\, la cooperación y las habilidades para resolver problemas en los niños. Esta clase incluye juegos de rol interactivos y estrategias prácticas. \nLos temas incluyen: \n· Estableciendo la Conexión\n· Manteniéndolo Positivo\n· El Comportamiento Tiene un Significado\n· El Poder de las Rutinas\n· Enséñame Qué Hacer\n· Responder con Propósito\n· Integrando Todo en un Plan \nLas familias recibirán un cuaderno de actividades\, una guía de rutinas familiares\, libritos para niños y materiales para reforzar las habilidades aprendidas durante la clase. \nLa clase comienza a las 9:00 a.m.\, las puertas se abren a las 8:30 a.m. para el registro y un desayuno ligero. \nSe ofrece cuidado de niños gratuito\, pero se requiere inscripción previa. \nSe proporcionará el almuerzo. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/positive-parenting-class-in-spanish/
LOCATION:The Arc of Greater Prince William\, 13505 Hillendale Rd.\, Woodbridge\, Virginia\, 22193
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T124637Z
UID:10002615-1763662500-1763668800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group IN-PERSON 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment to building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. The IN PERSON group meets at different Community Center locations around the County. Registrants will receive email reminders of location. \nNOTE: Fairfax Kinship Support Group will NOT meet in JULY. \n  \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best. \nSee the registration site for all the meeting dates and formats. \nFLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-in-person-2025-26/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T172433Z
UID:10002607-1764873000-1764878400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group VIRTUAL 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group will NOT meet in July. \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-virtual-2025-26/2025-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T124637Z
UID:10002616-1766081700-1766088000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group IN-PERSON 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment to building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. The IN PERSON group meets at different Community Center locations around the County. Registrants will receive email reminders of location. \nNOTE: Fairfax Kinship Support Group will NOT meet in JULY. \n  \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best. \nSee the registration site for all the meeting dates and formats. \nFLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-in-person-2025-26/2025-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T172433Z
UID:10002608-1767292200-1767297600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group VIRTUAL 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group will NOT meet in July. \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-virtual-2025-26/2026-01-01/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250729T163842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T235153Z
UID:10002580-1768384800-1768390200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Recognizing\, Understanding\, and Responding to Impact of Traumatic Stress webinar
DESCRIPTION:One of a series hosted by Fairfax Co Public Schools Family Resource Center\, presented by FFF. \nNOTE: Webinar scheduled for December 5 has been rescheduled by FCPS to January 14\, 2026\, at 10 AM. \n \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/recognizing-understanding-and-responding-to-impact-of-traumatic-stress-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T124637Z
UID:10002617-1768500900-1768507200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group IN-PERSON 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment to building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. The IN PERSON group meets at different Community Center locations around the County. Registrants will receive email reminders of location. \nNOTE: Fairfax Kinship Support Group will NOT meet in JULY. \n  \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best. \nSee the registration site for all the meeting dates and formats. \nFLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-in-person-2025-26/2026-01-15/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T172433Z
UID:10002609-1770316200-1770321600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group VIRTUAL 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group will NOT meet in July. \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-virtual-2025-26/2026-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20260210T145910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T182708Z
UID:10002904-1770742800-1770746400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Challenging Behaviors through a Brain Based Lens webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Culpeper and Fauquier Co. Public Schools’ Parent Resource Centers\, and presented by Formed Families Forward.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/understanding-challenging-behaviors-through-a-brain-based-lens-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20260202T183950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T184046Z
UID:10002902-1771113600-1782863999@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Learning Your Way Online course open
DESCRIPTION:The Winter/Spring 2026 window to access Learning Your Way is open. LYW offers interactive\, self-paced online courses from Formed Families Forward on a number of critical topics.  Learn more at https://formedfamiliesforward.org/services/learning-your-way-online-courses/.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/learning-your-way-online-course-open/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T124637Z
UID:10002618-1771524900-1771531200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group IN-PERSON 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment to building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. The IN PERSON group meets at different Community Center locations around the County. Registrants will receive email reminders of location. \nNOTE: Fairfax Kinship Support Group will NOT meet in JULY. \n  \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best. \nSee the registration site for all the meeting dates and formats. \nFLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-in-person-2025-26/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20260127T001845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T002329Z
UID:10002900-1771977600-1772150399@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening School Supports for Kinship Caregivers and Grandfamilies Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:A free virtual summit to provide research and evidence-based strategies to support students living with kinship caregivers and grandfamilies. The event builds on and shares resources from REL Appalachia’s Supporting Students\, Grandfamilies\, and Kinship Caregivers Community of Practice. \nAudience: District and school leaders and community organization staff who work with kinship caregivers and grandfamilies. \nFlyer: Strengthening School Supports for Flyer_Acc kinship summit
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/strengthening-school-supports-for-kinship-caregivers-and-grandfamilies-virtual-summit/
CATEGORIES:Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20250729T164213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T164214Z
UID:10002581-1772186400-1772191800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:You Can't Pour From an Empty Cup: Tips for Self-Care webinar
DESCRIPTION:One of a series hosted by Fairfax Co Public Schools Family Resource Center\, presented by FFF Board member Dr. Monique Lilakos. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/you-cant-pour-from-an-empty-cup-tips-for-self-care-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251009T124106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T172433Z
UID:10002610-1772735400-1772740800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group VIRTUAL 2025-26
DESCRIPTION:Are you raising a child for a relative or close family friend? Kinship caregivers are invited to our Fairfax Kinship Support Group! \nThe Fairfax Kinship Support Group provides a safe\, nurturing\, and healthy environment for caregivers to share their experiences\, concerns\, and frustrations with their peers. The group offers a network to share resources and information among the group members\, reducing feelings of isolation\, and celebrating family successes in maintaining permanency for and the ongoing commitment building strong families. Peer support can be critical to caregiver self-care and can contribute to healthy family functioning and improved outcomes for children and youth. \nThe group is FREE of charge. Meetings are facilitated by professional mental health clinicians who have deep experience with kinship families. \nThe group meets twice a month\, in two formats virtual and in-person. Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group will NOT meet in July. \nOnce registered\, you will get reminders for BOTH group formats. Kinship caregivers may participate in both virtual AND in-person meetings or choose the format that works best.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-virtual-2025-26/2026-03-05/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251229T113603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T223414Z
UID:10002838-1772874000-1772895600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Positive Parenting class in Prince William\, Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by FFF\, this one day class is delivered in person. REGISTER for class at link below. \nThank you to Potomac Health Foundation for support of the Positive Parenting in PW classes. \nPositive Parenting in Prince William uses proven parent training (Positive Solutions for Families) that helps families learn to support children’s social and emotional skills\, understand their problem behavior\, and use positive ways to help children learn the behaviors they need to be successful. We will cover ways to deal with challenging behaviors and the mental health needs of children. This session provides parents and caregivers with key strategies that can be helpful with children of all ages and needs. \nDuring the class\, we will discuss a wide range of positive approaches that support children’s self-regulation\, independence\, cooperation\, and problem-solving skills. This class consists of hands-on role playing and strategies. \nTopics include: \n·       Making the Connection \n·       Keeping it Positive \n·       Behavior has Meaning \n·       The Power of Routines \n·       Teach Me What to Do \n·       Responding with Purpose \n·       Putting it All Together with a Plan \nFamilies will receive a workbook\, Family Routine Guide\, children’s booklets\, and  materials to reinforce the skills learned during the class. \n  \nClass starts at 9:00 a.m.\, doors open at 8:30 for check-in and light breakfast. Child care is included for free\, but advance registration is REQUIRED. \nLunch will be provided. \nDownload FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/positive-parenting-class-in-prince-william-spring-2026/
LOCATION:The Arc of Greater Prince William\, 13505 Hillendale Rd.\, Woodbridge\, Virginia\, 22193
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20260210T154139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T182436Z
UID:10002905-1773162000-1773165600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Critical Crossroads: Exploring the Intersection of Trauma and Disability
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Culpeper and Fauquier Co. Public Schools’ Parent Resource Centers\, and presented by Formed Families Forward.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/critical-crossroads-exploring-the-intersection-of-trauma-and-disability/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085420
CREATED:20251229T113123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T222928Z
UID:10002837-1773478800-1773500400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Positive Parenting class\, in Spanish Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by FFF\, this one day class is delivered in person and fully in Spanish. \nThank you to the Potomac Health Foundation for support of the Positive Parenting in PW classes. \nCrianza Positiva en Prince William utiliza un programa comprobado de capacitación para padres (Positive Solutions for Families) que ayuda a las familias a apoyar las habilidades sociales y emocionales de los niños\, comprender las conductas problemáticas y utilizar estrategias positivas para enseñar a los niños los comportamientos que necesitan para tener éxito. Abordaremos maneras de manejar conductas desafiantes y las necesidades de salud mental de los niños. Estas sesiones ofrecen a padres y cuidadores estrategias clave que pueden ser útiles con niños de todas las edades y con diferentes necesidades. \nDurante la clase\, hablaremos sobre una variedad de enfoques positivos que apoyan la autorregulación\, la independencia\, la cooperación y las habilidades para resolver problemas en los niños. Esta clase incluye juegos de rol interactivos y estrategias prácticas. \nLos temas incluyen: \n· Estableciendo la Conexión\n· Manteniéndolo Positivo\n· El Comportamiento Tiene un Significado\n· El Poder de las Rutinas\n· Enséñame Qué Hacer\n· Responder con Propósito\n· Integrando Todo en un Plan \nLas familias recibirán un cuaderno de actividades\, una guía de rutinas familiares\, libritos para niños y materiales para reforzar las habilidades aprendidas durante la clase. \nLa clase comienza a las 9:00 a.m.\, las puertas se abren a las 8:30 a.m. para el registro y un desayuno ligero. \nSe ofrece cuidado de niños gratuito\, pero se requiere inscripción previa. \nSe proporcionará el almuerzo.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/positive-parenting-class-in-spanish-2/
LOCATION:The Arc of Greater Prince William\, 13505 Hillendale Rd.\, Woodbridge\, Virginia\, 22193
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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