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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
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:20260423T043523
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:20250803T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250621T190826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T190903Z
UID:10002540-1754249400-1754254800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together VIRTUAL peer support group meetings 25-26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly virtual support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The virtual group meets the first Sunday of each month from 7:30 – 9 PM.  Register to receive the log-in specifics. A reminder email will be sent to registrants monthly. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-virtual-peer-support-group-meetings-3/2025-08-03/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
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:20250813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250525T003902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T025417Z
UID:10002538-1755111600-1755115200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming the New School Year: Strategies for Foster\, Adoptive and Kinship Family Success webinar
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time again for the kids to head back to school!\nThis webinar addresses the unique challenges faced by formed families as they navigate new academic\, social\, and behavioral expectations and establish new relationships with educators and peers. Gain strategies for creating effective routines\, managing anxiety\, helping children regulate\, and building effective working relationships with school staff. \nPresented by Stacia Stribling\, Deputy Director and Kelly Henderson\, Executive Director\, Formed Families Forward \nDownload the FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/welcoming-the-new-school-year-strategies-for-foster-adoptive-and-kinship-family-success-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250501T011207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T233900Z
UID:10002534-1755630000-1755633600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Building Resiliency webinar with WETA PBS Kids
DESCRIPTION:Building Resiliency for Children \nWETA PBS Kids presents this virtual workshop to provide parents\, caregivers and professionals with the tools to use children’s media to enhance literacy skills. Participants learn how to connect screen time to children’s literature and literacy-building activities. This session uses the power of children’s books to teach young children to embrace growth\, mistakes\, and the unexpected. \nDownload event FLYER HERE. \nRegister at link below.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/building-resiliency-webinar-with-weta-pbs-kids/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250621T191132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T191150Z
UID:10002553-1755716400-1755721800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together IN PERSON support group 25 - 26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly IN PERSON support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The in-person group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8:30 PM. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-in-person-support-group-25-26/2025-08-20/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250726T021619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T021915Z
UID:10002574-1757145600-1757172600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:An Early Childhood Conference- Discovering the Why? Empowering Families and Childcare Providers Together
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Foundation First\, this conference event brings families and educators together to explore strategies for nurturing positive outcomes for children. \nAttendees can expect to gain: \nValuable insights \nPractical tools \n& a chance to connect with experts and peers who share a passion for quality early childhood education. \nFFF’s Melissa and Stacia will be presenting sessions.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/an-early-childhood-conference-discovering-the-why-empowering-families-and-childcare-providers-together/
LOCATION:GMU Science and Tech campus\, 10900 University Blvd\, Manassas\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250621T190826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T190903Z
UID:10002541-1757273400-1757278800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together VIRTUAL peer support group meetings 25-26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly virtual support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The virtual group meets the first Sunday of each month from 7:30 – 9 PM.  Register to receive the log-in specifics. A reminder email will be sent to registrants monthly. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-virtual-peer-support-group-meetings-3/2025-09-07/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250729T021956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T164019Z
UID:10002579-1757671200-1757676600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Together is Better: Building Collaborative Relationships between Caregivers and Educators webinar
DESCRIPTION:One of a series hosted by Fairfax Co Public Schools Family Resource Center\, presented by FFF. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/together-is-better-building-collaborative-relationships-between-caregivers-and-educators/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250621T191132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T191150Z
UID:10002554-1758135600-1758141000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together IN PERSON support group 25 - 26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly IN PERSON support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The in-person group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8:30 PM. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-in-person-support-group-25-26/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250623T130407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T020511Z
UID:10002564-1758650400-1758655800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together Youth and Young Adult Peer Support Groups (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Our Fall 2025 Stronger Together support group for youth and young adults will meet IN PERSON in Fairfax City for weekly sessions starting on Tuesdays\, September 23 from 6 – 7:30 PM. \nThe group emphasizes positive peer supports as a context for strengths-based growth. Participants will explore who they are\, who they seek to be\, and navigate the current culture and environment. Using creative and supportive activities\, the group will focus on development of specific positive social skills such as choosing healthy relationships and safe self-expression. \nThe youth and young adult Stronger Together support group is designed for teens and young adults age 14-22 who have lived experiences in one or more service systems such as: \n\nSocial services (foster care\, child welfare\, family services)\nSpecial education (learning or emotional disability or other condition)\nMental health services\nSubstance use treatment/recovery\n\nGroup meetings are facilitated by a mental health professional and a young adult peer co-facilitator. \nA light dinner is served each evening. Regular weekly attendance is expected. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/stronger-together-youth-and-young-adult-peer-support-groups-in-person/2025-09-23/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Youth and Young Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250728T230405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T202218Z
UID:10002577-1759172400-1759176000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Preventing Escalation and Reinforcing Growth: Using Proactive\, Affirming Behavior Supports with Children and Youth with Autism and related Neurodevelopmental Disorders webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Drs. Jodi Duke\,  Grace Francis and Alexandra Raines from GMU College of Education and Human Development\, this webinar will offer parents\, caregivers and professional partners ways to learn how to reduce the likelihood of distress and build skills by reinforcing helpful behaviors—all while avoiding jargon and centering respectful\, neuro-affirming practices.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/preventing-escalation-and-reinforcing-growth-using-proactive-affirming-behavior-supports-with-children-and-youth-with-autism-and-related-neurodevelopmental-disorders-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250623T130407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T020511Z
UID:10002565-1759255200-1759260600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together Youth and Young Adult Peer Support Groups (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Our Fall 2025 Stronger Together support group for youth and young adults will meet IN PERSON in Fairfax City for weekly sessions starting on Tuesdays\, September 23 from 6 – 7:30 PM. \nThe group emphasizes positive peer supports as a context for strengths-based growth. Participants will explore who they are\, who they seek to be\, and navigate the current culture and environment. Using creative and supportive activities\, the group will focus on development of specific positive social skills such as choosing healthy relationships and safe self-expression. \nThe youth and young adult Stronger Together support group is designed for teens and young adults age 14-22 who have lived experiences in one or more service systems such as: \n\nSocial services (foster care\, child welfare\, family services)\nSpecial education (learning or emotional disability or other condition)\nMental health services\nSubstance use treatment/recovery\n\nGroup meetings are facilitated by a mental health professional and a young adult peer co-facilitator. \nA light dinner is served each evening. Regular weekly attendance is expected. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/stronger-together-youth-and-young-adult-peer-support-groups-in-person/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Youth and Young Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250903T153925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T154140Z
UID:10002585-1759662000-1759676400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Apple Picking Day with FFF
DESCRIPTION:Join FFF for our annual Formed Families Apple Picking Day at Stribling Orchard. The Orchard is open 9 AM to 5 PM; FFF will have a table and games from 11 AM – 3 PM. Families formed through foster care\, adoption and kinship care will get a special band for a discount on all apples purchased.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/apple-picking-day-with-fff/
LOCATION:Stribling Orchard\, 11587 POVERTY HOLLOW LANE\, MARKHAM\, VA\, 22643\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250621T190826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T190903Z
UID:10002542-1759692600-1759698000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together VIRTUAL peer support group meetings 25-26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly virtual support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The virtual group meets the first Sunday of each month from 7:30 – 9 PM.  Register to receive the log-in specifics. A reminder email will be sent to registrants monthly. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-virtual-peer-support-group-meetings-3/2025-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250623T130407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T020511Z
UID:10002566-1759860000-1759865400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together Youth and Young Adult Peer Support Groups (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Our Fall 2025 Stronger Together support group for youth and young adults will meet IN PERSON in Fairfax City for weekly sessions starting on Tuesdays\, September 23 from 6 – 7:30 PM. \nThe group emphasizes positive peer supports as a context for strengths-based growth. Participants will explore who they are\, who they seek to be\, and navigate the current culture and environment. Using creative and supportive activities\, the group will focus on development of specific positive social skills such as choosing healthy relationships and safe self-expression. \nThe youth and young adult Stronger Together support group is designed for teens and young adults age 14-22 who have lived experiences in one or more service systems such as: \n\nSocial services (foster care\, child welfare\, family services)\nSpecial education (learning or emotional disability or other condition)\nMental health services\nSubstance use treatment/recovery\n\nGroup meetings are facilitated by a mental health professional and a young adult peer co-facilitator. \nA light dinner is served each evening. Regular weekly attendance is expected. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/stronger-together-youth-and-young-adult-peer-support-groups-in-person/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Youth and Young Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250623T130407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T020511Z
UID:10002567-1760464800-1760470200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together Youth and Young Adult Peer Support Groups (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Our Fall 2025 Stronger Together support group for youth and young adults will meet IN PERSON in Fairfax City for weekly sessions starting on Tuesdays\, September 23 from 6 – 7:30 PM. \nThe group emphasizes positive peer supports as a context for strengths-based growth. Participants will explore who they are\, who they seek to be\, and navigate the current culture and environment. Using creative and supportive activities\, the group will focus on development of specific positive social skills such as choosing healthy relationships and safe self-expression. \nThe youth and young adult Stronger Together support group is designed for teens and young adults age 14-22 who have lived experiences in one or more service systems such as: \n\nSocial services (foster care\, child welfare\, family services)\nSpecial education (learning or emotional disability or other condition)\nMental health services\nSubstance use treatment/recovery\n\nGroup meetings are facilitated by a mental health professional and a young adult peer co-facilitator. \nA light dinner is served each evening. Regular weekly attendance is expected. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/stronger-together-youth-and-young-adult-peer-support-groups-in-person/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Youth and Young Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250621T191132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T191150Z
UID:10002555-1760554800-1760560200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together IN PERSON support group 25 - 26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly IN PERSON support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The in-person group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8:30 PM. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-in-person-support-group-25-26/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
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:20260423T043523
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250623T130407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T020511Z
UID:10002568-1761069600-1761075000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together Youth and Young Adult Peer Support Groups (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Our Fall 2025 Stronger Together support group for youth and young adults will meet IN PERSON in Fairfax City for weekly sessions starting on Tuesdays\, September 23 from 6 – 7:30 PM. \nThe group emphasizes positive peer supports as a context for strengths-based growth. Participants will explore who they are\, who they seek to be\, and navigate the current culture and environment. Using creative and supportive activities\, the group will focus on development of specific positive social skills such as choosing healthy relationships and safe self-expression. \nThe youth and young adult Stronger Together support group is designed for teens and young adults age 14-22 who have lived experiences in one or more service systems such as: \n\nSocial services (foster care\, child welfare\, family services)\nSpecial education (learning or emotional disability or other condition)\nMental health services\nSubstance use treatment/recovery\n\nGroup meetings are facilitated by a mental health professional and a young adult peer co-facilitator. \nA light dinner is served each evening. Regular weekly attendance is expected. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/stronger-together-youth-and-young-adult-peer-support-groups-in-person/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Youth and Young Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250821T200745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180504Z
UID:10002584-1761246000-1761249600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Heroes and Role Models webinar
DESCRIPTION:It is important to see yourself reflected in history and in the world. Neurodiverse children\, teens and adults have often been neglected when it comes to representation in the media\, in schoolbooks and assignments\, in movies and TV. Growing up\, how wonderful it would be for parents/caregivers to be able to share with their child who has a disability\, neurodiverse people who made a positive impact on this world. This session will focus on those heroes and role models so families can then empower their child with a disability by sharing this often-neglected part of history and life. \nPresented by Gary Shulman\, MS.Ed.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/heroes-and-role-models-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Training,Youth and Young Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250621T190826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T190903Z
UID:10002543-1762111800-1762117200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together VIRTUAL peer support group meetings 25-26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly virtual support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The virtual group meets the first Sunday of each month from 7:30 – 9 PM.  Register to receive the log-in specifics. A reminder email will be sent to registrants monthly. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link. \n 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-virtual-peer-support-group-meetings-3/2025-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20250730T001408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T001408Z
UID:10002583-1762588800-1762612200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Circle of Support Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Arc of Greater Prince William\, this day-long conference will take place at Hylton High School. \nThis annual Circle of Support Conference is designed for families of children with special needs and professionals who support them. \nFFF will be there!
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/circle-of-support-conference/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20251110T144636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T160522Z
UID:10002689-1762761600-1762794000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together IN PERSON support group 25 - 26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly IN PERSON support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The in-person group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8:30 PM. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-in-person-support-group-25-26-2/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20251016T000511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T131226Z
UID:10002623-1762974000-1762977600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Basics: From Referral to Eligibility webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Formed Families Forward\, this one-hour webinar overviews the first phases of the special education process. \nAccess to special education and related services for children and youth with disabilities starts with referral and evaluation to determine eligibility. This process can be complex and overwhelming for foster\, adoptive and kinship families new to the process. In this presentation\, we will focus on the initial evaluation for special education services and address how to initiate an evaluation; what the evaluation entails; and the timelines to conduct an evaluation. \nAnother webinar on December 9 at 7 PM will cover the basics of the individualized education program (IEP); register for that HERE. \nDownload FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/special-education-basics-from-referral-to-eligibility-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20251001T013801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T014008Z
UID:10002586-1763139600-1763146800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:A Season of Thanks\, A Celebration of Families Event
DESCRIPTION:FFF invites you to a special event honoring families formed through foster care\, adoption and kinship care. Join the FFF Board and staff for a relaxing evening celebration. The free event will include activities for children\, games for all\, raffle prizes\, food and social time.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/a-season-of-thanks-a-celebration-of-families-event/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
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:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T043523
CREATED:20251110T144636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T160522Z
UID:10002556-1763578800-1763584200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Formed Families Together IN PERSON support group 25 - 26
DESCRIPTION:For adoptive and foster parents and kinship caregivers\, these monthly IN PERSON support groups are hosted by FFF. Formed Families Together support groups are facilitated by trained peer parents/caregivers who have lived experience with foster care\, adoption and kinship care. The in-person group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8:30 PM. \nInterested participants can register any time; the groups have open enrollment but all participants must be registered through our link.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/formed-families-together-in-person-support-group-25-26-2/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Formed Families Forward Office\, 10304 Eaton Place\, Suite 100\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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