Meets every 1st Wednesday of each month **No meeting in December 2024** Support Group Leader: Emma Martinez-Tidmore Understanding RFA and the Written Directives – Understanding RFA and the Written Directives- Raising kids is difficult, having to follow a “book of rules” while parenting can seem overwhelming. Let us make it easier! In this class we will explain what prudent parenting is, our kid’s personal rights, who is able to help care for foster children, punishment dos and don’ts, phone use and rules, privacy, safety, and compliance. All within the scope of the Written Directives. (The Options for Recovery Perinatal Program is for children ages 0 to 60 months who are drug and/or alcohol exposed and/or HIV positive. Options Caregivers receive 35 hours of specialized training and qualify for 48 hours of monthly respite. If you are interested in becoming an Options caregiver, please call Graciela Soto at (619)813-7519 or email email hidden; JavaScript is required.) Registration closes on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 7 am ***Please Note: This class will be facilitated on the Zoom platform. Internet access and access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone is required to attend. The link to attend this class will be provided on the day of class Please follow the link below for a brief tutorial on how to sign up for a free Zoom account. Special Note: Beginning in January 2025, participants will no longer be allowed to attend any class or support group while in a car. This change is intended to improve the learning experience and ensure the safety and engagement of everyone involved. For our support group meetings, all participants must have their cameras on, regardless of whether they are seeking credit or not. This requirement is designed to encourage full engagement and connection among participants, fostering a more supportive atmosphere within our community. Please note that individuals unable to participate with their cameras on will not be able to join the support group sessions. This event is fully booked. To be added to the waiting list, please call 1-800-200-1222. Please note, being added to the waiting list does not guarantee admission. 
Online | Options Support Group- Understanding RFA and the Written Directives
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Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community
College District
Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Care
Education Program
8800 Grossmont College Drive
El Cajon, California 92020
A Program of the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office
No Childcare Available at Any Class or Workshop – Please DO NOT bring babies or children with you.
Classes that require registration will be marked so and you can register on that page, over the internet.
Register by Phone
Call Toll Free (800) 200-1222
(If you have difficulty accessing this number within San Diego County, call (619) 644-7609)
Registro
Llame Gratis Al (800) 200-1222
Governing Board Members: Elena Adams, Linda Cartwright, Debbie Justeson, Brad Monroe, Julie Schorr
Student Members: Sasha Reva, Courtney Etnyre
Chancellor: Lynn Ceresino Neault, Ed.D.
Grossmont College President: Denise Whisenhunt, J.D.
Cuyamaca College Interim President: Dr. Jessica Robinson, MSW
The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, nationality, gender, age, or handicap in admission or access to treatment of or employment in its program and activities.
The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, nationality, gender, age, or handicap in admission or access to treatment of or employment in its program and activities.