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SUMMARY:NTTAC Event: Words Matter Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:The National Training and Technical Assistance Center for Child\, Youth\, and Family Mental Health \nThe adage of “Sticks and stones may break my bones\, but words will never hurt me” is not really true – Words can hurt\, but they can also heal. Please join us for the Words Matter series where we engage in open and authentic discussions about the impact of common terminology used in child serving systems with those that are directly affected. Our goal is to illuminate how the terms we use can influence perception\, approach\, and practice\, as well as explore alternative language as a means of intentionally shifting how we view and interact with youth\, families\, and each other. \nAll sessions will be hosted simultaneously on Zoom and Facebook Live with the inaugural session on January 13th focusing on the term “system of care.” \nRegister here >> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/nttac-event-words-matter-discussion-series/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Autoestima: Valoración de Mí Misma con Ana Laura Garza García
DESCRIPTION:Be Strong Families \nAutoesima es la capacidad que tienes de amarte a ti mism@. Tu autoestima es la primera y más importante de tus relaciones: tiene una relación directa con todas tus relaciones interpersonales. Una autoestima saludable te ayudará a establecer sanos límites de convivencia con quienes te rodean. ¿Estás list@ para llevar tus relaciones interpersonales al siguiente nivel? \nBe Strong Families está ofreciendo a través de su página web\, oportunidades increíbles para aprender en línea\, crecer y compartir juntos. A partir del 23 de marzo\, 2020 hemos estado ofreciendo seminarios web gratuitos. Te esperamos los días martes y jueves a la 12:00PM hora central y aprendamos juntos sobre temas relacionados con Manteniéndonos Fuertes y Positivos para Nosotros Mismos y Nuestros Hijos. Todos los talleres serán presentados por oradores nativos y/o profesionales originarios de países de habla hispana. \nRegistrarse aquí >> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/autoestima-valoracion-de-mi-misma-con-ana-laura-garza-garcia/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T212239Z
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SUMMARY:Embracing Culturally Responsive Programs for Black LGBTQ+ People
DESCRIPTION:Join The Institute’s Center of Excellence for LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health for Embracing Culturally Responsive Programs and Practices for Black and African American LGBTQ+ People. This webinar will review evidence-based\, culturally responsive programs\, followed by a discussion with providers who have adapted their practices to meet the needs of Black and African American clients. \nRegister now: Non-credit RegistrationCEU RegistrationCME Registration \n  \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/embracing-culturally-responsive-programs-for-black-lgbtq-people/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T160000
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SUMMARY:NWI Webinar: Wraparound & the FFPSA
DESCRIPTION:Wraparound is now eligible for Title IV-E reimbursement under the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA); however\, the designation of “Promising” means states that include Wraparound in FFPSA five-year plans must also have a well-designed and rigorous evaluation strategy\, as well as a plan for fidelity monitoring and continuous quality improvement (CQI). This webinar\, Wraparound and the FFPSA: Opportunities and Requirements for States\, will provide a brief background on FFPSA and the Clearinghouse decision for Wraparound\, followed by guidance on how to develop a “well-designed and rigorous evaluation strategy” in state plans. Q&A and discussion among attendees will follow the presentation. \nAlso\, see NWI Guidance for FFPSA Evaluation Plans for Wraparound for additional information on this topic. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/nwi-webinar-wraparound-the-ffpsa/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220111T163212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T164947Z
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SUMMARY:2021 GANGS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:FTC Prevention Services \nParticipants are presented with STRATEGIES to help strengthen community efforts and plans to combat local street gangs and address youth violence\, keeping in mind that street gangs are extremely fluid and adapt to their environments. \nLearn how to identify indicators of traditional street gang activity by their: \n\nphysical appearance\,\ntraditions\,\ntrends\,\nand more…\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \n\nClinicians\, Counselors\, Social Workers\, Therapists\, Psychologists\, and Interventionists\nAdvocates\, Families\, and Former Gang Members\nLaw Enforcement Personnel\, School Security and Resource Officers\nPublic Health and Prevention Officials\nFederal\, State\, and Local Officials and Lawmakers\nEducation Specialists and Researchers\nLawyers\, Judges\, and Court Officials\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2021-gangs-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220208T205044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T141506Z
UID:10001353-1646310600-1646314200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Family Connections
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center\, “Family Connections” is a virtual community for parents and caregivers who support loved ones facing substance use and/or mental health challenges. Families tell us they need credible resources\, guidance to accessing help\, and the opportunity to connect with others facing similar challenges. Monthly gatherings will focus on a specific topic\, provide tips and tools\, and offer the opportunity to network with other families. \nFamily Connections take place the first Thursday of every month at 1:30 p.m. ET. \nOur March discussion topic is “What Parents & Caregivers Need to Know About Eating Disorders.” \nJoin us from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. ET on Thursday\, March 3rd. \nModerator: \n\nGena Fitzgerald\, Senior Director\, Family Outreach and Support\, SAFE Project\n\nLook for details about speakers and learning objectives to be posted soon. \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to all families who are impacted by mental health and/or substance use challenges and to the workforce\, organizations and communities that support them. Request No-Cost Technical Assistance or Training from NFSTAC at: www.nfstac.org/request-ta. \nProviding Family Support Across the Lifespan | www.nfstac.org | info@nfstac.org \nThe National Family Support Technical Assistance Center of Excellence (COE) Grant #1H79F6000160-Fam-CoE is funded by SAMHSA. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/family-connections-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211213T173501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T150855Z
UID:10001023-1646308800-1646308800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nJoin here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-7/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220111T162959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T205129Z
UID:10001337-1646298000-1646323200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:2021 GANGS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:FTC Prevention Services \nParticipants are presented with STRATEGIES to help strengthen community efforts and plans to combat local street gangs and address youth violence\, keeping in mind that street gangs are extremely fluid and adapt to their environments. \nLearn how to identify indicators of traditional street gang activity by their: \n\nphysical appearance\,\ntraditions\,\ntrends\,\nand more…\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \n\nClinicians\, Counselors\, Social Workers\, Therapists\, Psychologists\, and Interventionists\nAdvocates\, Families\, and Former Gang Members\nLaw Enforcement Personnel\, School Security and Resource Officers\nPublic Health and Prevention Officials\nFederal\, State\, and Local Officials and Lawmakers\nEducation Specialists and Researchers\nLawyers\, Judges\, and Court Officials\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2021-gangs-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220215T194105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T194528Z
UID:10001356-1646139600-1646143200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:MHDD Webinar Series: Promoting Resilience in Families During COVID
DESCRIPTION:The Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities National Training Center\n \nThis webinar will focus on the impact of COVID-19 on family mental and emotional health and well-being and discuss strategies to promote resiliency with family members with co-occurring mental health and developmental disabilities. \n\n\nPresenter: Carol Weitzman\, M.D.\nCo-Director of the Autism Spectrum Center Boston Children’s Hospital\nProfessor Emeritus Yale School of Medicine \n\n\n Learning objectives:\n-Know the impact of COVID-19 on family emotional\, behavioral and developmental well-being\n-Become familiar with the science of resiliency\n-Learn strategies to promote resiliency in families \n\n\nRegister here >>\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mhdd-webinar-series-promoting-resilience-in-families-during-covid/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T120000
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CREATED:20220118T184905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T150844Z
UID:10001343-1646136000-1646143200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:2022 Mississippi Virtual State Capitol Day Event
DESCRIPTION:AFSP State Capitol Day events bring together passionate volunteers to advocate for state policy changes that will improve mental health and prevent suicide. The event will include a brief training session on the basics of advocating for suicide prevention and current policy issues impacting our state. \nInterested advocates will also have the opportunity to schedule video or phone calls with our state legislators following the event to: \n\nShare with them why suicide prevention is important to YOU and to your community\nEducate them about the work being done in your community to prevent suicide\nTeach them what more must be done to prevent suicide\n\nEvent Contact: Meghan Goldbeck (mgoldbeck@afsp.org) \nDATE: Tues. Mar. 1st\nTIME: 12noon – 1pm OR 6:00pm – 7:00pm Central (choose 1 below)\nLOCATION: Zoom – a link will be sent to all registered attendees prior to the event \nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: 2/27/22 \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2022-mississippi-virtual-state-capitol-day-event/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220228T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220215T191857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T192412Z
UID:10001355-1646038800-1646042400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding the Role of Families and Parents in Supporting School Safety Before\, During\, and After an Emergency
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Education\, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education\, Office of Safe and Supportive Schools and its Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools (REMS) Technical Assistance (TA) Center will host a Webinar on Monday\, February 28\, 2022\, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. EST. This Webinar will highlight the role of parents and families in supporting school safety efforts at the local and state levels. \nThe objectives of this 60-minute Webinar are to \nHighlight the role of parents and families in supporting school safety efforts at the local and state levels. \nDemonstrate the importance of developing a collaborative planning team to support emergency operations plan development\, as outlined in Step 1 of the six-step planning process detailed in the Guide for Developing High-Quality School Emergency Operations Plans. \nDiscuss the role that parents\, parent engagement specialists\, and parent advocacy groups play in supporting the National Preparedness System mission areas — prevention\, protection\, mitigation\, response\, and recovery — as well as their role in the before\, during\, and after phases of a potential emergency. \nShare resources to assist parents\, families\, parent engagement specialists\, and parent advocacy groups in collaborating and supporting school safety efforts at the local and state levels. \nRegister on the REMS TA Center Website to participate here >> \nPresenters: \nU.S. Department of Education\, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education \nBeth Yeh\, Education Program Specialist \nREMS TA Center \nJanelle Hughes\, Project Director \nQuestions About the Event? \nContact the REMS TA Center Help Desk at 1-855-781-REMS [7367] or info@remstacenter.org from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET\, Monday through Friday. \nCan’t make the live event? This Webinar will be archived on the REMS TA Center’s Website within 7 business days.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/webinar-understanding-the-role-of-families-and-parents-in-supporting-school-safety-before-during-and-after-an-emergency/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220225T090000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220131T215202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T215958Z
UID:10001062-1645693200-1645779600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is for parents\, caregivers and staff members who are interested in learning to serve on decision-making groups and committees. There will be 2 sessions\, and each session will last 2.5 hours. Participants must attend all sessions for the entire session in order to receive their certificate. They also must be able to join the sessions from a device that has a camera and stay on camera throughout all sessions. Parents and caregivers who are receiving a stipend for completing this training must also turn in all course evaluations in addition to completing the other requirements in order to receive their stipends. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-leadership-training-february-2022/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220110T172212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T151731Z
UID:10001335-1645614000-1645615800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Records: What to Keep and How to Organize it.
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nWhat do you do with all those papers? What do you need to keep and how do you keep it organized? Join us for tips on how to keep everything together. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/steps-for-success-making-iep-meetings-work-5/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220218T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220110T173106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T151348Z
UID:10001336-1645182000-1645183800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Steps for Success: Making IEP Meetings Work
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nDo you often leave your child’s IEP meeting feeling as if your concerns were not heard or addressed and that nothing has changed? You may be missing one of the steps covered in this training. Join us to learn how you can avoid some of the most common hurdles and how to have more productive IEP meetings and better outcomes for your child. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/steps-for-success-making-iep-meetings-work-6/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220110T170751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T150835Z
UID:10001333-1645009200-1645011000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Process: What are the Steps?
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nSpecial education and all the moving parts of the process are overwhelming! Join us and learn seven important steps in the process. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-process-what-are-the-steps/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220110T165719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T150054Z
UID:10001332-1644404400-1644406200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Tips for Successful Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nIEP meetings can be nerve wracking! Join us and learn tips to help prepare\, have more productive IEP meetings and how to improve your documentation and communication. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-family-role-in-transition-planning/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220202T215550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T215550Z
UID:10001349-1643891400-1643895000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Family Connections
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center\, “Family Connections” is a virtual community for parents and caregivers who support loved ones facing substance use and/or mental health challenges. Families tell us they need credible resources\, guidance to accessing help\, and the opportunity to connect with others facing similar challenges. Monthly gatherings will focus on a specific topic\, provide tips and tools\, and offer the opportunity to network with other families. \nFamily Connections take place the first Thursday of every month at 1:30 ET. \nOur February discussion topic is “How to Find the Right Campus Supports for Your Student Experiencing Mental Health or Substance Use Symptoms.” \nJoin us from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. ET on Thursday\, February 3rd. \nModerator: \n\nGena Fitzgerald\, Senior Director\, Family Outreach and Support\, SAFE Project\n\nSpeakers: \n\nJen Rothman\, NAMI\, Senior Manager for Youth and Young Adult Initiatives\nKimberly Boulden\, Senior Directory SAFE Campuses\nDylan Dunn\, Assistant Director\, SAFE Campuses\, Training & Professional Development\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn why it’s critical to find resources for a student in recovery and/or with mental health challenges – especially during a pandemic affecting increases in both\nLearn what’s available on campuses – and what’s not\nLearn how to empower your student(s) to advocate for themselves and find help\nLearn what questions to ask to get the answers your student(s) needs\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to all families who are impacted by mental health and/or substance use challenges and to the workforce\, organizations and communities that support them. Request No-Cost Technical Assistance or Training from NFSTAC at: www.nfstac.org/request-ta. \nProviding Family Support Across the Lifespan | www.nfstac.org | info@nfstac.org \nThe National Family Support Technical Assistance Center of Excellence (COE) Grant #1H79F6000160-Fam-CoE is funded by SAMHSA. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/family-connections/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211213T173323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T173323Z
UID:10001021-1643889600-1643889600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nJoin here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-6/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220110T171707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T171707Z
UID:10001334-1643799600-1643801400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parental Consent in Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nWhat is parental consent? When will a parent asked to sign documents giving consent? What happens if a parent doesn’t give consent? Join us to learn more. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parental-consent-in-special-education/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220128T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211214T232136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T000853Z
UID:10001323-1643364000-1643364000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Peer Support Conversation for Anyone working with Parent Peer Supporters
DESCRIPTION:This conversation is for anyone working with parents providing peer support to other parents in any system\, such as Children’s Services Directors\, MAP Team Coordinators\, Care Coordinators and Center Directors. We will share an overview of Families as Allies’ parent peer support training curriculum and ongoing support and training. We want to hear your feedback on how we’re doing from your perspective and how we can be most supportive to you. We will also discuss issues in parent peer support\, including how to pay for it\, what should be included in job descriptions and how to address questions that may arise.\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-peer-support-conversation-for-anyone-working-with-parent-peer-supporters-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211214T231717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211214T231717Z
UID:10001322-1642690800-1642690800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Peer Support Conversation for Anyone working with Parent Peer Supporters
DESCRIPTION:This conversation is for anyone working with parents providing peer support to other parents in any system\, such as Children’s Services Directors\, MAP Team Coordinators\, Care Coordinators and Center Directors. We will share an overview of Families as Allies’ parent peer support training curriculum and ongoing support and training. We want to hear your feedback on how we’re doing from your perspective and how we can be most supportive to you. We will also discuss issues in parent peer support\, including how to pay for it\, what should be included in job descriptions and how to address questions that may arise.\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-peer-support-conversation-for-anyone-working-with-parent-peer-supporters/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220110T165038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T165038Z
UID:10001331-1642590000-1642591800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act: After High School
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nIDEA or 504 services in high school do not guarantee eligibility for accommodations in post-secondary education. Join us and learn how to be prepared for the next phase of education. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/section-504-and-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-after-high-school-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220118T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220110T164641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220110T164641Z
UID:10001330-1642507200-1642509000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Educational Options: What’s Available in Mississippi?
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nEducational choices available to families are growing in Mississippi. Join us for this session. We will discuss the educational options available to families. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/educational-options-whats-available-in-mississippi/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220114T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211215T152302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211215T152528Z
UID:10001324-1642165200-1642170600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:School-Based Suicide Prevention
DESCRIPTION:National Institute of Mental Health \nThis webinar – hosted by the National Institute of Mental Health – will provide an opportunity for diverse stakeholders\, including school administrators\, researchers\, practitioners\, policy makers and funders\, to learn about new and innovative practices in school-based suicide prevention\, with a particular focus on risk identification\, follow up\, and referral for additional services for high-risk youth. In addition to describing the programs\, presenters will also discuss preliminary research efforts and/or challenges\, as well as ways to overcome common barriers to implementing suicide prevention in schools\, including data collection and evaluation. \nThe workshop is free to attend and will be viewable via zoom webinar. \nRegister here >> \n  \nPresenters\nNIMH \nLynsay Ayer\, PhD\, Suicide Prevention Program Consultant \nBelinda Sims\, PhD\, Training Director of Division of Services and Intervention Research \nBaltimore City Public Schools \nStacey Davis\, MS\, Coordinator of Media and Instructional Technology \nHolly Wilcox\, PhD\, Associate Professor\, Department of Mental Health\, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health \nAkil Hamm\, Chief of Police\, Baltimore City Public Schools \nDetroit City and Washtenaw County\, MI Public Schools \nNatalie Rodriguez-Quintana\, PhD\, Research Fellow \nJill Paladino\, MPH\, Program Lead \nRobin Jacob\, PhD\, Associate Research Professor\, School of Education\, University of Michigan \nBoston Public Schools \nShella Dennery\, PhD\, Director\, Boston Children’s Neighborhood Partnerships Program \nAndria Amador\, EdD\, Senior Director of Behavioral Health Services \nPresenter Biographies \nWho Should Attend\nResearchers\, mental health clinicians and practitioners\, school administrators\, and members of the public interested in school-based suicide prevention.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/school-based-suicide-prevention/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20220104T230126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T230126Z
UID:10001328-1641983400-1641985200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nAs a parent\, the IEP process can often seem like a maze. There are so many parts to the process it’s often overwhelming. Join us for part one in a series that will help you understand how to navigate this journey. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/navigating-the-iep-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211207T203514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211227T202312Z
UID:10001303-1641470400-1641470400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nJoin here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-5/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211215T153936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211215T153936Z
UID:10001325-1640001600-1640005200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families of Young Children with Challenging Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nHas life with your young child become filled with conflict and confusion? Does it seem as if the simplest activity can quickly turn into disaster when your child’s behavior is out of control? You are not alone! \nMany\, if not most\, parents find themselves struggling with behavior at some point. The good news is that there are evidence based\, effective strategies (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports -PBIS) that you can use to create POSITIVE and LASTING solutions for your family. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-of-young-children-with-challenging-behaviors/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211208T174333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T174333Z
UID:10001304-1639573200-1639576800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Event: Grand Connections: A New Program to Support Grandparents Caring for Grandchildren Under 5
DESCRIPTION:ZERO TO THREE \nIn the absence of accessible and affordable options for working families\, grandparents have increasingly become the cornerstone of early child care in the U.S. One out of four children under 5 years old is cared for by a grandparent while a parent works or goes to school. The number of multigenerational families (three or more generations living in the same household) is up. The number of families in which grandparents are raising grandchildren has jumped up as well. \nJoin ZERO TO THREE for this webinar describing the joys and challenges of grandparents caring for young grandchildren and learn about the new\, one-of-a-kind curriculum we’ve designed to meet grandparents’ needs. Seven 90-minute workshops provide a chance for grandparents to connect and learn from each other\, explore the latest child-rearing advice\, and develop strategies for collaborating with their adult children on child care. Each workshop also includes a 30-minute picture book and activity grandparents and grandchildren can enjoy together. \nLearners will be able to: \n\nDescribe the needs of grandparents caring for grandchildren under 5.\nInspect the Grand Connections workshop materials designed to meet grandparents’ needs.\nJustify the time/staffing/funding needed to run a Grand Connections program at their site.\n\nRegister here >> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-event-grand-connections-a-new-program-to-support-grandparents-caring-for-grandchildren-under-5/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211209T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211130T154505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T153414Z
UID:10001004-1639053000-1639053000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Getting Candid: Framing the Conversation around Youth Substance Use Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Sixty-eight percent of youth surveyed in a national assessment identified health care providers as the most trusted messengers for conversations on substance use prevention – highlighting a provider’s critical role in preventing substance use. Yet\, engaging young people in conversations related to health behaviors\, especially substance use\, can be challenging\, even for trained professionals. \nThis webinar will review findings from the National Council’s Youth Substance Use & Message Development During COVID-19 initiative to prepare providers to deliver youth substance use prevention messages. \nAttendees will learn how to:\n• Identify the impact of COVID-19 on youth mental wellbeing and substance use.\n• Recognize the discrepancies in perceptions of youth versus adult provider of impactful prevention communication.\n• Build rapport and trust with youth in delivering messages and discussing health related behaviors.\n• Frame conversations and deliver impactful substance use prevention messages to youth. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/getting-candid-framing-the-conversation-around-youth-substance-use-prevention/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T203414
CREATED:20211130T232537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T153434Z
UID:10001005-1638964800-1638964800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Impact of CCBHCs: How the CCBHC Model is Transforming Patient Care and Staff Training
DESCRIPTION:Relias and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing\n\nSince 2017\, the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) demonstration program has significantly improved access to quality mental health and addiction care in community-based settings. Today\, there are more than 430 CCBHCs operating in 40 states plus Washington\, D.C. and Guam.\nWith a growing number of states moving to implement the model – similar to other value-based or alternative payment models – independently via state plan amendment or Medicaid waiver\, how can clinics seize the opportunity to leverage CCBHC status and funding to enhance staff training and clinical operations.Learning objectives:\n• Why states are turning to the CCBHC model as the ‘gold standard of delivery system transformation.\n• Opportunities the CCBHC model presents for clinics – and highlights on how the eight original demonstration states have transformed behavioral health systems.\n• How clinics can improve staff training on the required CCBHC certification criteria\, including trauma-informed care\, medication-assisted treatment (MAT)\, substance-use disorder\, and crisis prevention. \n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-impact-of-ccbhcs-how-the-ccbhc-model-is-transforming-patient-care-and-staff-training/
CATEGORIES:Training
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