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504 Plan or IEP?

 

 

$20

per person

no cost for families

Two training modules, 504 plan or IEP and IEP Basics, are combined to provide a detailed comparison of the processes and protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Learn about child find, eligibility, IEP Basics, and the rights of children and parents to better navigate educational support systems.

 

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Advanced Skills Training for the Family Support Specialist

FREE

 

 

 

This training is available in four modules:

  • Mutuality in Relationship
  • Ethics and Boundaries
  • Collaborative Conflict
  • Communication & Strategic Sharing

Next offering
Ethics, Boundaries and Responsibilities
for Family Support Specialists

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Advocacy & Policy Academy for
Parents & Caregivers

FREE

for families

 

 

This 12-week program is designed for parents and caregivers of children with complex needs. Its purpose is to help you use your lived experience to promote change in Oregon’s child-serving systems.

The Academy will provide a foundation for taking part in advocacy at a system level. It will help you to confidently use the power of your lived experience to speak out for what you need. You will get to know state and local councils, committees, and workgroups. It will introduce you to the law-making process and encourage you to raise the family voice at state or federal levels.

Spanish interpreters are available

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Adult Mental Health
First Aid

 

$49

per person

 

 

Just as CPR training helps a person with no clinical training assist an individual following a heart attack, Adult Mental Health First Aid helps a person assist someone experiencing a mental health crisis.

 

This training is delivered in
English and Spanish

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Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) 6-Week Series for Families

FREE

 

The Collaborative Problem Solving™ approach is an evidence-based method for managing challenging behavior that promotes the understanding that challenging kids lack the skill-not the will-to behave; specifically, skills related to problem-solving, flexibility and frustration tolerance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Family Led Crisis Planning

 

FREE

 

This training explores how lived experience shapes holistic crisis planning across all life domains. Through group discussion and practical tools, we’ll guide you in shifting from system-led to family-led crisis planning, empowering families to take the lead in their own crisis management.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Family Matter

Child Welfare

FREE

 

In its own words, the child welfare system is a group of services designed to promote the well-being of children by ensuring safety, achieving permanency, and strengthening families to care for their children successfully. To the families with whom it intersects, “the system” may feel large, threatening, and not always supportive. In this training, we will develop a mutual understanding of purpose, roles, responsibilities, and lived experiences. We will discuss strategies for working with the system to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families.

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Family Support Group Facilitation

 

$20

per person

Discover the key elements of a successful support group, the essential skills of an effective facilitator, and best practices for maintaining privacy and confidentiality. Gain the tools to confidently lead and support families through group facilitation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Family Support Specialist (FSS) Foundations

 

$470

per person

Earn your OHA-approved Traditional Health Worker (THW) certification for Family Support Specialists! This 42-hour training equips Family Support Specialists with the skills needed to navigate and work within the Medicaid billing systems.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spanish interpreters are available

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Identifying and Cultivating Natural Supports

FREE

Learn to define natural, informal, and formal supports, and explore best practices for identifying and nurturing natural supports with families in the Wraparound process and beyond.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Journey to Advocacy

 

 

FREE

This training will help parents and caregivers to develop their unique experiences into a meaningful personal story that can be shared with peers, providers, legislators, state and local leaders. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This training is delivered in
English and Spanish

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Navigating the Tough Stuff: Family Experiences with Suicide

FREE

This training focuses on youth suicide awareness from a family perspective, covering vital resources, risk factors, and holistic approaches to prevention across all life domains. This training is available in four tailored modules:

  • English
  • Spanish (specific to the Latinx community)
  • Rural Communities
  • LGBTQIA+ Families and Communities

Gain the knowledge and tools to better support families in addressing youth suicide.

This training is delivered in
English and Spanish

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Nurturing Fathers

 

 

FREE

for families

The Nurturing Fathers Program is an evidence-based, 13-week training course designed to teach parenting and nurturing skills to fathers and father figures.

 

 

 

 

 

This training is delivered in
English and Spanish

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Trauma Informed
Self Care

 

$25

per person

Explore the mind-body connection to trauma and discover self-care tools that be applied across all 12 life domains. In this interactive session, we’ll discuss and practice a variety of techniques such as rhythm, mindfulness, relational connection, visualization, nutrition, aromatherapy, and more. Empower yourself with strategies for healing and resilience.

 

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Trauma: The What, Why and How We Can Respond

$35

per person

In this training, we explore the different types of trauma individuals may experience and how it impacts the brain, body, and overall health. You’ll learn about trauma-related behaviors, and gain practical tools to help reduce episodes of re-traumatization or re-triggering for survivors of traumatic events. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of trauma and its effects.

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Question, Persuade, Refer
(QPR)

 

$5

per person

Just as people trained in CPR help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to Question, Persuade, and Refer someone to help.

 

 

 

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Wraparound Family Partner Orientation

 

FREE

 

Discover the vital role of the Family Partner within the Wraparound process, where they provide essential support and advocacy, ensuring families are empowered and fully engaged in their care journey.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Wraparound Phases:
A Four-Part Training

 

FREE

This training series deepens your understanding of the Family Partner role in each phase of the Wraparound process. We’ll break down key activities in each phase and explore how they contribute to the overall success of Wraparound. Perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their role and impact in family support.

 

 

 

 

 

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Wraparound Principles: “When in Doubt, Principle it Out”

FREE

Join us for an in-depth exploration of the 10 Wraparound principles. Learn why these principles are essential and how they guide us in maintaining fidelity throughout the Wraparound process. Ideal for anyone looking to strengthen their practice and align with core values.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Youth Mental Health
First Aid

 

$49

per person

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour certification course that teaches adults how to better help adolescents who may be experiencing a mental health crisis or developing a mental health problem.

 

 

 

 

 

This training is delivered in
English and Spanish

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