Trainings with Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC – Community Educator May/early June 2024 (Open to the public)

All webinars are approximately 1.5 to 2 hours and participants will receive a training certificate that can be used for caregiver licensing purposes or some employer or certification requirements. Contact Zia to book a training for your organization!
For further information write to: Zia.Freeman@CoordinatedCareHealth.com

Trauma & Discipline in Foster Care & Older Child Adoption

We all need discipline in our lives to function well in society. For youth especially, discipline helps provide needed boundaries for safety and security. How does a caregiver provide consequences to a child who is not attached or bonded to them, and has significant trauma in their lives? This training discusses this topic with ideas and tips, as well as an overview of why children with traumatic history can be so challenging! Part of the material developed by NCTSN (National Child Traumatic Stress Network).

Facilitated by Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC Community Educator with Coordinated Care
When: May 10, 2024 12:01 – 01:35 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting: https://centene.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlfuuoqD0tG9WymNPLvKJwuHHhXm-cB0yM

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Fentanyl and Naloxone

This training will cover Fentanyl history and current use in youth and adults and include a discussion of where to obtain and use Naloxone. Facilitated by Coordinated Care.

When: May 15, 2024 06:30 PM – 7:35 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://centene.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkdu2vpj0tHNNEDQXC6Of1bASdyVlKWRvt

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Suicide Prevention

Provides an overview of the topic of suicide, signs and symptoms, and how professionals and caregivers should respond in times of crisis. The training will dive into the rates of youth suicide, risk factors, and proactive steps to take for prevention. Will include a comprehensive discussion on self-harm and social media.

Facilitated by Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC Community Educator with Coordinated Care
When: May 24, 2024 01:00 – 2:45 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:

https://centene.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAqdu6hrzIoGNP8e24AbGtTXoFDhp8sHs9K

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Attachment: Beyond Infancy

Attachment is the foundation of all relationships, and when caring for children with a history of trauma and trust issues, it does not always occur easily. This training addresses the need for attachment focused care, including practical tips on how to strengthen attachment to older children. This training can help caregivers and professionals understand the basics of how attachment issues are extremely common in children who have experienced complex trauma. Attachment problems are often a core reason why caregivers and children have challenges in the placement and/or disrupt from the home.

Facilitated by Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC Community Educator with Coordinated Care
When: May 30, 2024 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:

https://centene.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvd-6qrzIoHNaOHwxrA3UU3neIlgt8bgso

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Suicide Prevention

Provides an overview of the topic of suicide, signs and symptoms, and how professionals and caregivers should respond in times of crisis. The training will dive into the rates of youth suicide, risk factors, and proactive steps to take for prevention. Will include a comprehensive discussion on self-harm and social media.

Facilitated by Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC Community Educator with Coordinated Care

When: May 31, 2024 11:30 AM – 01:15 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:

https://centene.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYof-CoqTopEtBsJUjnOGZqoarNuEj73bYA

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Sexual Health in Foster Care

Sexual Health in Foster Care examines reproductive and sexual health in relationship to Child Welfare System youth. Foster and older adopted kids often have higher rates of risky sexual behavior, negative sexual health outcomes & sexual exploitation. They often become sexually active earlier than their peers, without being emotionally or physically ready to deal with the potential challenges this can create. This training will help participants better understand the sexual health needs of youth with a background of trauma and how they can help meet those needs.

Facilitated by Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC Community Educator with Coordinated Care
When: Jun 3, 2024 01:00 PM – 02:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:

https://centene.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsduGsrjMoGdKUrq -iLQCcz3Df_n-CYkoO

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Substance Use in Foster Care

This training explores the impact and rates of substance use among youth in foster care. It discusses risk factors and protective factors, how substance use effects the brain, different types of substances being used, and common warning signs of use or addiction. Attendees will leave better able to start conversations with youth on substance use and addiction and recognize the signs of use. Includes discussion on vaping, nicotine, and Fentanyl.

Facilitated by Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC Community Educator with Coordinated Care
When: Jun 4, 2024 04:00 PM – 05:30 Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:

https://centene.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqcOiqqj4iH9BMRbIR8rEolIYQS7PPmh_y

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Hygiene Concerns & Solutions in Youth with a Complex History

Does your teen not like to bathe? Does your child seem less than fully potty trained (and they are no longer toddlers!) Will the adolescent rarely change their clothes? There is more to these tendencies than just resistant behavior. Learn the causes of poor hygiene and practical solutions to help youth make some changes. For both professionals and caregivers.

Facilitated by Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC Community Educator with Coordinated Care

When: Jun 13, 2024 12:30 PM – 02:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:

https://centene.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpf-uvrzwiGdRvV2FGGux64tu9twFk3DBe

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Caregiver Support Group – virtual:


May 8, 23rd, June 12, 27, 2024 6:00 to 7:30pm on Zoom (more dates available)

This is a virtual state-wide support group intended for adoptive, foster, guardianship and kinship caregivers. A place to share concerns, resources and talk to others who understand! Does not matter which placing agency you used previously or are with currently. It is an honest, supportive environment with humor and ideas. Held twice a month.

Facilitated by Zia Freeman, MA, LMHC with Coordinated Care
(for full flyer information and future dates write to Zia.Freeman@coordinatedcarehealth.com)

Just click on the link at time of group, no registration needed.

https://centene.zoom.us/j/93339639459?pwd=OCtNMlllY1pZNWRvZ0ZId0tHM3ZVdz09

Please consult our website for additional monthly training webinars and events:

https://www.coordinatedcarehealth.com/members/foster-care/medicaid-events.html

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