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SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group VIRTUAL
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. \nFLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group/2025-03-06/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250111T220202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T220909Z
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SUMMARY:Stronger Together Youth and Young Adult Peer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Our Winter 2025 Stronger Together support group for youth and young adults meets for 8 weekly sessions on Wednesdays\, January 22 to March 12 from 6 – 7:30 PM. This Winter’s theme is Finding Strength Through Connection\, and group activities include practicing social engagement through creative activities and games.  The group emphasizes positive peer supports as a context for strengths-based growth.  Group members will engage with one another and learn ways to build on strengths\, find their personal ‘happy’\, and have fun in the company of peers. \nThe youth and young adult Stronger Together skills and peer 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\nGroups are facilitated by professional clinicians and meet during the school year.  A light dinner is served each evening. Regular weekly attendance is expected. \nFind FLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/stronger-together-youth-and-young-adult-peer-support-group-2/2025-03-12/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20241017T002007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T003016Z
UID:10002435-1742494500-1742500800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship IN PERSON Support Group*
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-in-person-support-group-2-2-3-2-2/2025-03-20/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250224T004207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T005153Z
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SUMMARY:Old Dominion Pizza Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Our philanthropy partner Alpha Xi Delta- Iota Alpha Chapter at George Mason University is hosting a fundraiser at Old Dominion Pizza in Fairfax city.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/old-dominion-pizza-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Old Dominion Pizza\, 3950 University Dr.\, Suite 102\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250301T224308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T232050Z
UID:10002469-1742918400-1742932800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Pizza Fundraiser Night
DESCRIPTION:Mark your March calendar now for pizza! Our philanthropy partner Alpha Xi Delta sorority at GMU is hosting a fundraiser night at Old Dominion Pizza in Fairfax city. Carry out\, eat in\, or delivery!\n\n\nMake sure to use code GMU325.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/pizza-fundraiser-night/
LOCATION:Old Dominion Pizza\, 3950 University Dr.\, Suite 102\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20240603T145640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T152823Z
UID:10002205-1743705000-1743710400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group VIRTUAL
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. \nFLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group/2025-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20241017T002007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T003016Z
UID:10002436-1744913700-1744920000@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship IN PERSON Support Group*
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-in-person-support-group-2-2-3-2-2/2025-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250211T201209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T171414Z
UID:10002466-1745953200-1745956800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Student Well-being Through Trauma-Informed Practices & Social and Emotional Learning webinar
DESCRIPTION: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 safe and supportive learning environments. \nWe will highlight protective factors that foster student resilience and growth. Additionally\, we will showcase helpful practices at school that teach and reinforce essential skills such as self-awareness\, self-management\, and relationship building. Finally\, we will explore practical strategies parents and caregivers can use at home to strengthen these skills and nurture resilience in their children. \nFind EVENT FLYER HERE. \nRegister at link below.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/supporting-student-well-being-through-trauma-informed-practices-social-and-emotional-learning-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250201T235608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T184211Z
UID:10002464-1746261000-1746280800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Spring Forward Foster\, Adoptive and Kinship Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Foster\, adoptive kinship families and family-serving professionals are invited to the 2025 Spring Forward Foster\, Adoptive and Kinship Family Fun Day on Saturday\, May 3 from 8:30 AM – 2 PM. Our theme is Together We Can: Strengthening Your Family Through Community.  Tickets include admittance to sessions\, activities\, and a lunch. \nThis year\, Spring Forward will be held at the Science and Technology Campus of George Mason University in Manassas.  While parents\, caregivers and professionals are enjoying sessions presented by experts in education and support of foster\, adoptive and kinship families\, children age 4-9 will take part in outdoor activities organized by Camp Sarraka while youth ages 10 and up will engage in GMU’s outdoor experiential challenge course “The EDGE”. \nFor adults\, the day begins with keynote Fostering Community: Overcoming Isolation\, Finding Strength in Connection & Building Your “Tribe” presented by Leigh C. McInnis\, LPC\, Executive Director\, Newport Academy\, Virginia. \nFollowing the Keynote\, families will choose from an incredible line up of breakout sessions presented by education and disability experts and FFF staff. \nSPRING FORWARD SCHEDULE FOR PARENTS\, CAREGIVERS and PROFESSIONALS \n8:30am – 9:00am – REGISTRATION \n9:00am -10:15am – WELCOME and KEYNOTE “Fostering Community: Overcoming Isolation\, Finding Strength in Connection & Building Your ‘Tribe’ ” \n10:15am -10:30am – break and exhibits \n10:30am – 11:40am  – BREAKOUTS SESSION A. \n11:40am – 11:50am – break and exhibits \n11:50am – 1:00pm – BREAKOUTS SESSION B. \n1:00pm – 2:00pm – LUNCH  (families eat together outside under tent) \nDownload FLYER HERE. \nLearn more at our registration site\, link below.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/spring-forward-foster-adoptive-and-kinship-family-fun-day-2/
LOCATION:GMU Science and Tech campus\, 10900 University Blvd\, Manassas\, VA
CATEGORIES:Family,Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training,Youth and Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250304T204140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T181154Z
UID:10002472-1747249200-1747252800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup: Tips for Self-Care webinar
DESCRIPTION: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 \nSession goals include:\n– Provide information for caregivers\n– Increase and enhance awareness of self-care\n– Identify the benefits of self-care and self-regulation for communicating and problem-solving with school and other community partners\n– Provide examples of types of self-care\n– Provide a platform for caregivers to connect \nREGISTER at link below. \nPresenter Dr. Lilakos is a mother to two children and a grandparent caregiver for her 19-year-old grandson who she has raised.  Monique is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 22 years of experience. She works with the Federal Government and has a private practice.  Monique works with individuals across the lifespan\, with a focus on adolescents\, young adults\, and kinship families. Many of her clients have found great success managing life challenges. Monique is particularly sensitive to people facing issues related to mental health\, finding resources\, anxiety\, depression\, trauma\, and family wellness. Monique’s approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy\, Dialectical Behavior Therapy\, Attachment Theory and Family Systems Theory\, which are evidence-based approaches to treatment that focus on helping clients holistically\, mind\, body\, and spirit. \nDownload WEBINAR FLYER HERE. 
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/you-cant-pour-from-an-empty-cup-tips-for-self-care-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20241017T002007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T003016Z
UID:10002437-1747332900-1747339200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship IN PERSON Support Group*
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-in-person-support-group-2-2-3-2-2/2025-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250520T145704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T145704Z
UID:10002537-1748602800-1748608200@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Critical Crossroads: Resources for Recognizing and Addressing trauma in Children and Youth with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:FFF is honored to present a webinar on the intersection of disability and trauma\, for our friends at the PWCS Parent Resource Center and The Arc of Greater PW. \n\nChildren with disabilities and other specialized needs are much more likely to be exposed to traumatizing events and circumstances than their nondisabled peers. However\, resources specific to trauma and its impact on children with disabilities are limited. In this session\, videos and print resources featuring voices of families impacted by trauma and disability will be screened. Furthermore\, user-friendly checklists designed to help families advocate for trauma-informed education evaluations and IEPs will be shared in an interactive format.\n\nLearn more by scrolling to the listing at: https://www.pwcs.edu/academics___programs/special_education/parent_resource_center/events/index
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/critical-crossroads-resources-for-recognizing-and-addressing-trauma-in-children-and-youth-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250412T193704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T001237Z
UID:10002207-1749148200-1749153600@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship Family Support Group VIRTUAL
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. \nFLYER HERE.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/fairfax-kinship-family-support-group-2/2025-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250505T013116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T145311Z
UID:10002536-1749384000-1749394800@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Together Fairfax event
DESCRIPTION:The Partnership for a Healthier Fairfax and the Fairfax County Park Authority invite you to Healthy Together Fairfax\, a lively\, interactive event dedicated to promoting healthy and active lifestyles. Rain or shine\, the event will take place on Sunday\, June 8\, 2025\, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Franconia Park (6601 Telegraph Rd\, Alexandria\, VA 22310). \nThis FREE event is perfect for families and offers a variety of activities for all ages! Enjoy health screenings\, access to community services and resources\, Story Space with V.I.P. readers\, fitness classes\, and hands-on learning experiences. Explore the trails and playgrounds at Franconia Park\, take a ride on the carousel\, and dive into our four exciting wellness tracks: Physical\, Environmental\, Social\, and Emotional. Each track is packed with engaging activities and organizations that will inspire and motivate you towards a healthier lifestyle! \nFormed Families Forward will be there! Stop by our table for a great\, sensory-friendly kid activity.
URL:https://formedfamiliesforward.org/event/healthy-together-fairfax-event/
LOCATION:Franconia Park\, 6601 Telegraph Rd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20241017T002007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T003016Z
UID:10002424-1749752100-1749758400@formedfamiliesforward.org
SUMMARY:Fairfax Kinship IN PERSON Support Group*
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-in-person-support-group-2-2-3-2-2/2025-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
UID:10002473-1750186800-1750194000@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/2025-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
UID:10002474-1750791600-1750798800@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/2025-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
UID:10002475-1751396400-1751403600@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/2025-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Formed Families Forward event,Kinship,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
CREATED:20250412T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T001329Z
UID:10002476-1752001200-1752008400@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/2025-07-08/
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:20260415T024330
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260415T024330
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:20260415T024330
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:20260415T024331
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:20260415T024331
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:20260415T024331
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:20260415T024331
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:20260415T024331
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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