Juvenile Justice Basics: Juvenile Justice 101

How do children enter the Juvenile Justice system? This workshop is for families whose children are at risk of entering, or have recently entered, the Juvenile Justice system. Learn essential information about the process, interactions with police, racial disparities and the impact on youth and families. Look out for our second workshop in this series, […]

The Ripple Effect: Using Family Experience to Inform and Influence Policy Change

The purpose of this workshop is to adequately prepare family members to serve on committees and advisory boards. Family experience can help shape the quality of services and supports delivered, but there is a lot to know about how to do this effectively. This workshop is for Parents/Caregivers that are ready to advance their advocacy […]

What to Know, What to Expect: Juvenile Justice 102

This workshop is for families whose children are entering, or have recently entered, the Juvenile Justice system. Learn how to work with the Department of Youth Services (DYS), what to expect in court, the commitment process, and how to support your youth returning home. http://conta.cc/3O2CGj1

Pre-Planning for a Mental Health Crisis: The Road to Readiness

Have you thought about what you will do if your child needs to be screened for hospitalization due to unsafe behaviors or thoughts? What are your options and how will you plan in advance? Do you have a plan that is shared with friends, family, and/ or emergency first responders? Taking the time in a […]

Transition Planning: Parental Role and Challenges

What do I need to be ready for my child's transition to adulthood? What is my role as a parent or caregiver? What challenges might come up? Register now to learn the answers to these questions and more! https://conta.cc/3OvckYI

Moving Forward Together: Building a Foundation of Support

This workshop is designed for parents and caregivers who are just starting out on their behavioral/mental health journey. The goal is to empower families with skills, knowledge, and resources to drive their child’s care, as well as to build capacity to help with relationships and communication with a new group of professionals. http://conta.cc/3rH0aCN