Trauma Systems Therapy for Foster Care is a training created by the Annie E. Casey Foundation to help caregivers provide a nurturing and responsive environment for young people in their care. We know that small changes can have a big impact on the lives of children and teens. Children in foster care, many of whom have experienced traumatic events in their lives, benefit when their caregivers learn how trauma affects children’s behaviors. 

Often times, due to lack of preparation and training, most resource parents (foster, adoptive and kinship caregivers) and child welfare professionals may not be adequately prepared to recognize and respond effectively when children exhibit trauma symptoms. Therefore, they are unable to understand and address the impact of trauma when caring for these children. This training will provide information on trauma and help resource caregivers build a personal toolbox for coping when children experience common fight, flight and freeze responses. 

Registration will close on Friday, May 7, 2020 at 12pm 

***Please Note: This class will be facilitated on the online platform called Zoom. Internet access and access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone is required to attend.

The link to attend this class will be provided at registration.

Please follow the link below for a brief tutorial on how to sign up for a free Zoom account.

Zoom User Guide