CWA Resource Parent Conference
Saturday, April 15, 2023
8:45 am - 3:30 pm
The resource parent conference provides education, resources, and tools to help with complex situations or issues related to caring for children, youth, and teens in foster care.
You will experience:
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motivational keynote speaker
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opportunity to attend two of the four workshops offered connection with other resource parents support and celebration of all of our Maryland resource parents!
Resource Parent Conference registration is restricted. Only those approved for the resource parent program may attend. If you would like more information to access this conference, Please contact Laura Teetermoran, lteetermoran@ssw.umaryland.edu.
Please visit ideas@theinstitute for additional workshops!
Spring 2023 Conference Agenda
Saturday, April 15
8:45 - 10:00 a.m. |
Strength-based practice is an emerging approach to guiding kids, and in particular - those with emotional & behavioral challenges - that is exceptionally positive and inspiring. Its focus is on strength-building rather than flaw-fixing. What kids do right vs. what they do wrong. It begins with the belief that every young person has or can develop strengths and utilize past successes to mitigate problem behavior and enhance functioning. This inspiring keynote address will highlight some of the key principles and techniques of this transforming way of understanding and responding to kids at risk. |
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10:00 - 10:30 a.m. | ![]() The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) has hired a Foster Youth Ombudsman to protect your rights and address any concerns regarding your care, placement, or services. Loney Nguyen your new Foster Youth Ombudsman is dedicated to ensuring that your voice is heard, and you are safe, comfortable, and healthy. Loney will keep your identity Confidential except when required by law (such as reports of child maltreatment or threats to harm oneself or others). Foster Youth Ombudsman PDF |
10:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m. | Morning Breakout Sessions (choose one of the following)
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12:30 - 1:30 p.m. | Lunch Break/ Lobby Chat with James Craig, the President of the Maryland Resource Parent Association |
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Afternoon Breakout Sessions (choose one of the following)
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