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SUMMARY:Oxnard Kinship Support & Resources Group (Spanish/Bilingual)
DESCRIPTION:This support group will be on hiatus throughout the summer until September 2019. \n  \n1st (Bilingual) & 3rd (Spanish) Wednesday of the month\, 6-8PM\, Sierra Linda Elementary- 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard 93036. \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446. \n 
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/oxnard-kinship-support-resources-group-spanish-bilingual-10/
LOCATION:Sierra Linda Elementary\, 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard\, CA\, 93036\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T204507Z
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SUMMARY:Support & Resources Group- Ventura
DESCRIPTION:1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month\, 6-8 PM\, Kids & Families Together- 864 E. Santa Clara St.\, Ventura 93001 \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446. \n 
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/ventura-support-resources-group-7/
LOCATION:Kids & Families Together\, 864 East Santa Clara Street\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190529T174400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T174620Z
UID:6397-1561802400-1561809600@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening VC Families: Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster VC Kids is hosting an informational TOWN HALL Meeting on June 29th from 10 a.m. to Noon at the Oxnard College Conference Center. \nThey are bringing the community together to learn about the many ways to uplift our local youth. Learn more about the featured Keynote speaker Michael Sanders at www.the220exp.com. \nPlease visit us at the Kids & Families Together resource table! \nResource families are able to receive training credit for attending this event To learn more and register\, visit the link below! www.eventbrite.com/e/strengthening-vc-families-discover-the-difference-townhall-tickets-61434278581\nRegistrarte en español aquí:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/fortaleciendo-las-familias-del-condado-de-ventura-descubre-la-diferencia-registration-62222748917
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/strengthening-vc-families-town-hall-meeting/
LOCATION:Oxnard College Conference Center\, 4000 S. Rose Ave.\, Oxnard\, CA\, 93033\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190130T182850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T211822Z
UID:5196-1560967200-1560974400@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Oxnard Kinship Support & Resources Group (Spanish/Bilingual)
DESCRIPTION:This support group will be on hiatus throughout the summer until September 2019. \n  \n1st (Bilingual) & 3rd (Spanish) Wednesday of the month\, 6-8PM\, Sierra Linda Elementary- 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard 93036. \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/oxnard-kinship-support-resources-group-spanish-bilingual-9/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190131T185540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T204518Z
UID:5379-1560880800-1560888000@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Support & Resources Group- Ventura
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Support Groups \n1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month\, 6-8 PM\, Kids & Families Together- 864 E. Santa Clara St.\, Ventura 93001 \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/ventura-support-resources-group-6/
LOCATION:Kids & Families Together\, 864 East Santa Clara Street\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190615T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190425T211540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T211540Z
UID:6154-1560592800-1560607200@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:CPR & First Aid Recertification
DESCRIPTION:Day Road Center @ Ventura College  \n71 Day Road Ventura\, Training Room \nSaturday\, June 15th 10:00am – 2:00pm \nYou must be registered to attend! You are not confirmed until you respond to an email confirming your attendance.  Walk-ins will not be admitted. To register please email: econdev@vcccd.edu \nThis class is exclusively for Ventura County Foster Caregivers & Resource families.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/cpr-first-aid-recertification-3/
LOCATION:Day Road Center- Training Room\, 71 Day Road\, Ventura\, CA\, 93003\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190614T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190419T205556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T205556Z
UID:6099-1560506400-1560540600@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Semtech Charity Gold Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Kids & Families Together is happy to announce that Semtech\, will be hosting a golf tournament on June 14th at Los Robles Golf Course in Thousand Oaks benefiting both Kids & Families Together and Interface. \nFor more information please visit https://www.semtech.com/charitygolf/ \n\n 
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/semtech-charity-gold-tournament/
LOCATION:Los Robles Greens\, 299 S. Moorpark Rd.\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91361\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190516T180146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T180246Z
UID:6295-1560448800-1560456000@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:East County Hub Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Liz Thiele\, PPE  \nTrainers: Anjelica Hinojosa & Raquel Montes   \nTopic: Trauma Informed Practices (TIPs) for Parents \nTrauma is an umbrella term used to describe the inability of an individual or a community to respond in a healthy way physically\, emotionally\, and mentally to acute or chronic stress. Becoming “trauma‐informed” means recognizing that people often have many different types of trauma in their lives. People who have been traumatized need support and understanding from those around them. Often\, trauma survivors can be re‐traumatized by well‐meaning caregivers and community service providers. \nParticipants will: \n~ Learn about the physiological impacts of trauma on the brain and possible emotional\, behavioral\, social and intellectual/academic impacts on students in foster care (e.g.\, attachment issues\, externalized behaviors\, disabilities\, etc.) \n~ Learn about trauma triggers and behaviors \n~ Learn tools & basic parenting techniques that work with children & teens who have been traumatized \nParticipants will receive credit for 2 hours of training upon completion the class. Meets Foster VC Kids criteria for “trauma.”  \nPlease RSVP to Rhonda at rcarlson@vcccd.edu \nSponsors: Ventura College FKCE\, Foster VC Kids\, Channel Islands Social Services
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/east-county-hub-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Church\, 3353 Old Conejo Rd.\, Newbury Park\, CA\, 91320\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190130T193927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T193927Z
UID:5290-1560277800-1560285000@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Thousand Oaks Kinship Support & Resources Group
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Support Groups \n2nd Tuesday of the month\, 6:30-8:30 PM\, Senior Concerns- 401 Hodencamp Rd.\, Thousand Oaks\, 91360 \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/thousand-oaks-kinship-support-resources-group-5/
LOCATION:Senior Concerns\, 401 Hodencamp Rd.\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91360\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190425T211354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T211354Z
UID:6152-1560276000-1560283200@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:East County Hub Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Liz Thiele\, PPE  \nTrainers: Anjelica Hinojosa & Raquel Montes   \nTopic: Trauma Informed Practices (TIPs) for Parents \nThursday\, June 11th 6:00-8:00pm  \nLighthouse Church \n3353 Old Conejo Road\, Newbury Park \nTrauma is an umbrella term used to describe the inability of an individual or a community to respond in a healthy way physically\, emotionally\, and mentally to acute or chronic stress. Becoming “trauma‐informed” means recognizing that people often have many different types of trauma in their lives. People who have been traumatized need support and understanding from those around them. Often\, trauma survivors can be re‐traumatized by well‐meaning caregivers and community service providers. \nParticipants will: \n~ Hear from people with “lived experience” \n~ Learn about the physiological impacts of trauma on the brain and possible emotional\, behavioral\, social and intellectual/academic impacts on students in foster care (e.g.\, attachment issues\, externalized behaviors\, disabilities\, etc.) \n~ Learn about trauma triggers and behaviors \n~ Learn tools & basic parenting techniques that work with children & teens who have been traumatized \nParticipants will receive credit for 2 hours of training upon completion the class. Meets Foster VC Kids criteria for “trauma.”  \nPlease RSVP to Rhonda at rcarlson@vcccd.edu (Please indicate if you are a foster /kinship provider in your RSVP) \nSponsors: Ventura College FKCE\, Foster VC Kids\, Channel Islands Social Services
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/east-county-hub-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Church\, 3353 Old Conejo Rd.\, Newbury Park\, CA\, 91320\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190130T191422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T191422Z
UID:5259-1560276000-1560283200@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Santa Paula Kinship Support & Resources Group
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Support Groups \n2nd Tuesday of the month\, 6-8PM\, First 5 Neighborhood for Learning- 115 Dean Drive Ste. B\, Santa Paula\, 93060. \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/santa-paula-kinship-support-resources-group-6/
LOCATION:First 5 Neighborhood for Learning\, 115 Dean Drive\, Santa Paula\, CA\, 93060\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190213T182630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T182630Z
UID:5601-1559757600-1559764800@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de Apoyo para la Crianza Informado en Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Grupo de Apoyo para la Crianza Informado en Trauma \nPara padres adoptivos\, cuidadores de crianza\, y parientes como proveedores de cuidado en el condado de Ventura. \nMarzo 20th\, Abril 3rd\, Mayo 15th\, y Junio 5th. \nLos miercoles\, 6pm-8pm.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-la-crianza-informado-en-trauma-4/
LOCATION:Sierra Linda Elementary\, 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard\, CA\, 93036\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190130T182723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T211804Z
UID:5193-1559757600-1559764800@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Oxnard Kinship Support & Resources Group (Spanish/Bilingual)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis support group will be on hiatus throughout the summer until September 2019. \n  \n1st (Bilingual) & 3rd (Spanish) Wednesday of the month\, 6-8PM\, Sierra Linda Elementary- 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard 93036. \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/oxnard-kinship-support-resources-group-spanish-bilingual-8/
LOCATION:Sierra Linda Elementary\, 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard\, CA\, 93036\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190131T185430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T204529Z
UID:5377-1559671200-1559678400@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Support & Resources Group- Ventura
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Support Groups \n1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month\, 6-8 PM\, Kids & Families Together- 864 E. Santa Clara St.\, Ventura 93001 \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/ventura-support-resources-group-5/
LOCATION:Kids & Families Together\, 864 East Santa Clara Street\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190531T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190531T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190425T211036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T211036Z
UID:6150-1559325600-1559334600@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Couples Communication (Dinner included)
DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Bill & Pam Lehtonen\, Certified Parenting Educators \nFriday\, May 31st 6:00-8:30pm  \nDay Road Center @ Ventura College 71 Day Road Ventura\, Large Training Room \nThe quality of your relationship is primarily dependent upon your ability to communicate and the secret of communication is the art of understanding each other.   We will look at what makes us feel loved\, as well as past resentments and grudges\, and mistaken beliefs.  This workshop will give you some specific ways to increase your odds of understanding and being understood.  Special emphasis will be placed on the role of parenting as a team while raising your foster/kinship children. In addition to being long-time Parenting Educators\, Bill & Pam\, married 35 years will also bring their experience of raising their 3 children by birth\, but now also raising 3 of their granddaughters who they have adopted. Participants will receive credit for 2.5 hours of training upon completion of the class. Meets Foster VC Kids criteria for “teaming.”   \nPlease RSVP to rcarlson@vcccd.edu (Please indicate if you are a foster /kinship provider in your RSVP) \nSponsor: Ventura College FKCE
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/couples-communication-dinner-included-2/
LOCATION:Day Road Center- Training Room\, 71 Day Road\, Ventura\, CA\, 93003\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190425T210851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T210851Z
UID:6148-1559239200-1559246400@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:West County Hub Training (English & Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Crisis Intervention \nTrainers: TBA \nThursday\, May 30th 6:00-8:00 \n1317 Del Norte Road Camarillo  \nAn overview of the Ventura County Behavioral Health System\, services that are offered to resource families and how to best access them\, and a time for questions and answers. \nParticipants will receive certificate for 2 hours of training upon completion of the class. \nPlease RSVP to Debbie at Debbieflowers@vcccd.edu \nSponsors: Oxnard College FKCE\, Foster VC Kids\, Channel Islands Social Services
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/west-county-hub-training-english-spanish-2/
LOCATION:1317 Del Norte Road\, Camarillo\, Camarillo\, 93010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190529T174932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T182643Z
UID:6401-1559210400-1559221200@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Family Care & Volunteer Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Family Care & Volunteer Resource Fair! \nThurs\, May 30th from 10am – 1pm at the Government Center\, in the courtyard. Please stop and visit the Kids & Families Together’s resource table. Learn more about how we are helping children and families throughout Ventura County!
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/family-care-volunteer-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Ventura County Government Center\, 800 S. Victoria Ave.\, Ventura\, CA\, 93009\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190523T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190419T210331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T222831Z
UID:6102-1558630800-1558636200@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:The MIX at Kids & Families Together
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the MIX! Networking\, snacks\, raffles and more. Don’t forget your business cards! \n \n 
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/6102/
LOCATION:Kids & Families Together\, 864 East Santa Clara Street\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190425T210428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T210428Z
UID:6146-1558459800-1558468800@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Trust Based Relational Intervention Video TBRI: The Neurochemistry of Fear
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Pam Lehtonen  \nTuesday\, May 21st 5:30-8:00pm \nDay Road Center @ Ventura College  \n71 Day Road Ventura\, Training Room \nBecause of their histories\, children from hard places have changes in their bodies\, brains\, behaviors\, and belief systems. While a variety of parenting strategies may be successful in typical circumstances\, children from hard places need caregiving that meets their unique needs and addresses the whole child.  This workshop is a video-based training with room for discussion at the end of the class.  Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) is a research grounded intervention that meets the complex needs of children who have suffered harm during early childhood.  In this video\, Dr. Karen Purvis presents specific skills & insights garnered from research with children from hard placeson how to disarm fear responses that drive their aberrant behavior. \nMeets Foster VC Kids criteria for “Trauma” Participants will receive credit for 2.5 hours upon completion of the class. \nPlease RSVP to Rhonda at rcarlson@vcccd.edu (Please indicate if you are a foster /kinship provider in your RSVP) \nSponsor: Ventura College FKCE
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/trust-based-relational-intervention-video-tbri-the-neurochemistry-of-fear/
LOCATION:Day Road Center- Training Room\, 71 Day Road\, Ventura\, CA\, 93003\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190521T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190131T185021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T204541Z
UID:5375-1558418400-1558468800@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Support & Resources Group- Ventura
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Support Groups \n1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month\, 6-8 PM\, Kids & Families Together- 864 E. Santa Clara St.\, Ventura 93001 \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/ventura-support-resources-group-4/
LOCATION:Kids & Families Together\, 864 East Santa Clara Street\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190214T180900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T180900Z
UID:5617-1558170000-1558188000@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Hold Me Tight\, Let Me Go- Parents & Teens Workshop
DESCRIPTION:HMT\, LMG – March & May 2019 \nFor teens (ages 13-19) with “annoying” parents who don’t understand. \nAnd parents with “moody” teens who won’t listen. \nFriday (parents only) 6pm-9pm \nSaturday (parents & teens) 9am-2pm \n  \nFor questions & to register: Contact Rachel Ashleman\, LMFT (805) 643-1446 ext. 106; rashleman@kidsandfamilies.org \nFree for foster\, adoptive\, & kinship caregivers! \nFee for the general public. Sliding scale available. \n 
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/hold-me-tight-let-me-go-parents-teens-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Kids & Families Together\, 864 East Santa Clara Street\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190424T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T171945Z
UID:6131-1558170000-1558184400@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Bike Day!
DESCRIPTION:Please join us\, Bike Ventura and Crosspointe Church for a fun bike day of learning to ride\, bike safety\, helmet/bike fitting\, repairs\, games\, food & more! Whether you are learning to ride or just want to come out and have some fun-join us in recognition of Foster Care/Resource Family Awareness & Bike Safety Month! \n\n\n\nTo register for this event or to volunteer- call (805) 643-1446 ext. 202/108 or email events @ kidsandfamilies.org.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/bike-day/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190214T180713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T180713Z
UID:5615-1558116000-1558126800@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Hold Me Tight\, Let Me Go- Parents & Teens Workshop
DESCRIPTION:HMT\, LMG – March & May 2019 \nFor teens (ages 13-19) with “annoying” parents who don’t understand. \nAnd parents with “moody” teens who won’t listen. \nFriday (parents only) 6pm-9pm \nSaturday (parents & teens) 9am-2pm \n  \nFor questions & to register: Contact Rachel Ashleman\, LMFT (805) 643-1446 ext. 106; rashleman@kidsandfamilies.org \nFree for foster\, adoptive\, & kinship caregivers! \nFee for the general public. Sliding scale available. \n 
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/hold-me-tight-let-me-go-parents-teens-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Kids & Families Together\, 864 East Santa Clara Street\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190510T195938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T200006Z
UID:6256-1557945000-1557945000@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Kinship Care Information Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/kinship-care-information-session/
LOCATION:Poinsettia Elementary School Cafeteria\, 350 N. Victoria Ave.\, Ventura\, CA\, 93003\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190213T182528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T182528Z
UID:5599-1557943200-1557950400@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de Apoyo para la Crianza Informado en Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Grupo de Apoyo para la Crianza Informado en Trauma \nPara padres adoptivos\, cuidadores de crianza\, y parientes como proveedores de cuidado en el condado de Ventura. \nMarzo 20th\, Abril 3rd\, Mayo 15th\, y Junio 5th. \nLos miercoles\, 6pm-8pm.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-la-crianza-informado-en-trauma-3/
LOCATION:Sierra Linda Elementary\, 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard\, CA\, 93036\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190130T182537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T182537Z
UID:5191-1557943200-1557950400@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Oxnard Kinship Support & Resources Group (Spanish/Bilingual)
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Support Groups \n1st (Bilingual) & 3rd (Spanish) Wednesday of the month\, 6-8PM\, Sierra Linda Elementary- 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard 93036. \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/oxnard-kinship-support-resources-group-spanish-bilingual-7/
LOCATION:Sierra Linda Elementary\, 2201 Jasmine Ave.\, Oxnard\, CA\, 93036\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190130T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T193822Z
UID:5288-1557858600-1557865800@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Thousand Oaks Kinship Support & Resources Group
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Support Groups \n2nd Tuesday of the month\, 6:30-8:30 PM\, Senior Concerns- 401 Hodencamp Rd.\, Thousand Oaks\, 91360 \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/thousand-oaks-kinship-support-resources-group-4/
LOCATION:Senior Concerns\, 401 Hodencamp Rd.\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91360\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190130T191231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T191231Z
UID:5257-1557856800-1557864000@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Santa Paula Kinship Support & Resources Group
DESCRIPTION:Kinship Support Groups \n2nd Tuesday of the month\, 6-8PM\, First 5 Neighborhood for Learning- 115 Dean Drive Ste. B\, Santa Paula\, 93060. \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAre you a grandparent\, aunt\, uncle or older sibling raising a related child with full responsibility? \nYou are not alone! \nKids & Families Together is offering Kinship Support and Resource Groups in a number of Ventura cities to help you and your family thrive! In partnership with Ventura Foster & Kinship Care Education Program of Ventura County Community College District. \nPlease contact us for more information- (805) 643-1446.
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/santa-paula-kinship-support-resources-group-5/
LOCATION:First 5 Neighborhood for Learning\, 115 Dean Drive\, Santa Paula\, CA\, 93060\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190307T180354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190307T180442Z
UID:5804-1557478800-1557486000@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Parenting Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Simi Valley Trauma-Informed Parenting Group \nFor foster\, adoptive\, and kinship caregivers. \nMarch 8th through May 10th\, 2019. 8 weekly sessions. (No group: 3/29 & 4/19) \nFridays from 9 AM-11 AM at Cornerstone Church- 20180 Winifred St.\, Simi Valley 93063 \nTopics chosen the first week by participants: \n\nTrauma\nAttachment\nTherapeutic parenting\nTeen Issues\nDifficult Behaviors\nPlayfulness\nAdoption Issues\nTeaming/Co-Parenting\nMaking sense of your attachment history\n\nTo RSVP: Contact (805) 643-1446\, ext. 133 \n*Attendance is not required each week\, but please call and RSVP if you plan on attending \nChild care is provided by Channel Islands Social Services. Contact Miriam Magaña at (805) 384-0983\, ext. 859. Please call 48 hours in advance
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/trauma-informed-parenting-support-group-11/
LOCATION:Cornerstone Church\, 2080 Winifred St.\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93063\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101113
CREATED:20190425T210322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T210322Z
UID:6144-1557424800-1557432000@www.kidsandfamilies.org
SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Practices (TIPs) for Parents
DESCRIPTION:Trainers: Anjelica Hinojosa & Pam Lehtonen \nThursday\, May 9th 6:00-8:00pm  \nDay Road Center @ Ventura College 71 Day Road Ventura\, Large Training Room \nTrauma is an umbrella term used to describe the inability of an individual or a community to respond in a healthy way physically\, emotionally\, and mentally to acute or chronic stress. Becoming “trauma‐informed” means recognizing that people often have many different types of trauma in their lives. People who have been traumatized need support and understanding from those around them. Often\, trauma survivors can be re‐traumatized by well‐meaning caregivers. \nParticipants will: \n~ Hear from people with “lived experience” \n~ Learn about the physiological impacts of trauma on the brain and possible emotional\, behavioral\, social and intellectual/academic impacts on students in foster care (e.g.\, attachment issues\, externalized behaviors\, disabilities\, etc.) \n~ Learn about trauma triggers and behaviors \n~ Learn tools & basic parenting techniques that work with children & teens who have been traumatized \nParticipants will receive credit for 2 hours of training upon completion the class. Meets Foster VC Kids criteria for “trauma.”  \nPlease RSVP to Rhonda at rcarlson@vcccd.edu (Please indicate if you are a foster /kinship provider in your RSVP) \nSponsor: Ventura College FKCE
URL:https://www.kidsandfamilies.org/event/trauma-informed-practices-tips-for-parents/
LOCATION:Day Road Center- Training Room\, 71 Day Road\, Ventura\, CA\, 93003\, United States
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