Kansas Caregivers Support Network

Kansas Caregivers Support Network Our mission is to bridge the gap between Kansas Caregivers and the Child Welfare System by creating access to resources to sustain a healthy placement.

Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) is the nation's only certificate program for training mental health practitioners...
03/16/2026

Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) is the nation's only certificate program for training mental health practitioners in adoption competency skills. Through this virtual, 12 module training, students master key clinical skills that support adopted children and their foster, adoptive and kinship families.

Click the links in the comments section to learn more and apply for this free program supported by KS DCF!

*Please note that program participants can receive 60hrs of CEUS.

Guiding Good Choices is a free, 5-week (in-person) or 6-week (virtual) program for parents and caregivers of children ag...
03/16/2026

Guiding Good Choices is a free, 5-week (in-person) or 6-week (virtual) program for parents and caregivers of children ages 9-14. It gives families information and tools that work to protect preteens and teens from the inevitable risks they encounter as they become more independent. Just as important, families will learn ways to build or maintain lasting relationships, because teenagers who are more closely connected to their families have better health and educational outcomes.

At the end of each session, participants learn how to hold a family meeting to share lessons learned or plan some fun family time. This regular time together builds bonds, promotes health, and helps GGC skills become a part of family life.

Learn more about and register for the program at the link in the comments!

Session dates:

In-Person | March 25-April 22, 2026: Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. in Hutchinson (Location: TBD)
March 25, April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22

Virtual | April 12-May 17, 2026: Sundays from 5-6:30 p.m. (Virtual; No session on Sunday, May 10)
April 12, April 19, April 26, May 3, May 17

Virtual | May 20-June 24, 2026: Wednesdays from 5:30-7 p.m.
May 20, May 27, June 3, June 10, June 17, June 24

Virtual | June 2-July 9, 2026: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:15-1 p.m.
June 2, June 4, June 9, June 11, June 16, June 18, June 23, June 25, June 30, July 2, July 7, July 9

Virtual | July 13-August 19, 2026: Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:15-1 p.m.
July 13, July 15, July 20, July 22, July 27, July 29, August 3, August 5, August 10, August 12, August 17, August 19

Virtual | August 26-September 30, 2026: Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m.
August 26, September 2, September 9, September 16, September 23, September 30

Network 1.27, offered through WestSide Family Church, is a place to find connection, understanding, and belonging with o...
03/12/2026

Network 1.27, offered through WestSide Family Church, is a place to find connection, understanding, and belonging with others who truly understand the road you're on. Network 1.27 groups and events are open to all foster, adoptive, and kinship families!

Two support group meet on a monthly schedule. The Foster Adoption Network meets on the second Tuesday of each month and is a time for foster and adoptive parents to enjoy a meal together and receive support and encouragement. "The Next Phase" group for foster and adoptive parents of teens and young adults helps teach how you can navigate each new season of parenting and meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month. All upcoming events can be found at the link in the comments section!

03/10/2026

Resource alert! Children 1st is hosting their Path to Possibilities Summer Camp coming up in June! This year, Children 1st is introducing STRT: Superhero Tactical Readiness Training - an immersive experience designed to empower young people entering 6th, 7th, and 8th grade (with room for 9th-grade recruits as well).

The Summer camp seeks to unplug and move youth from the pause menu of digital consumption and back into the "active gameplay" of real-world connection and community leadership.

Dates: June 22nd – 25th (7:30 AM – 1:00 PM)
The Hero Alliance Gala: Friday, June 26th (6:00 PM – 8:45 PM)
Location: Woodland UMC, 1100 W 15th St N, Wichita, KS 67203
Cost: FREE (Includes breakfast, lunch, and official STRT tactical gear)

Check out the link in the comments for more details about the camp and to register your kiddo!

Our team recently attended “Presence in Practice” training in Durango, Colorado led by Robyn Gobbel, a nationally recogn...
03/09/2026

Our team recently attended “Presence in Practice” training in Durango, Colorado led by Robyn Gobbel, a nationally recognized speaker and author. The training emphasized the importance of relationship, regulation, and connection as foundational elements of trauma-informed care. We're excited to integrate the strategies we learned into our work supporting children and families who have experienced trauma throughout Kansas. Here are some of our favorite pictures from the event!

Join our upcoming Peer to Peer Support Group on March 10th! From 12-1 PM, KCSN will provide a virtual support group for ...
03/06/2026

Join our upcoming Peer to Peer Support Group on March 10th! From 12-1 PM, KCSN will provide a virtual support group for relatives, non-related kinship caregivers, adoptive parents, and foster parents. Learn more and register for our virtual support group at the link in the comments!

It's tax time, and the the Internal Revenue Service has released updated information on the adoption tax credit for 2026...
03/03/2026

It's tax time, and the the Internal Revenue Service has released updated information on the adoption tax credit for 2026! Follow the links posted in the comments section to find out credit and partial refundability amounts and income eligibility minimum and maximums.

Still have questions? Visit The National Council for Adoption's FAQ page to discover answers to frequently asked questions and find resources available to families pursuing adoption in 2026.

03/02/2026

Resource alert! SUN Bucks is a permanent federal program administered by DCF to help families buy food for their eligible school-aged children during the Summer, and families can receive $120 per year for each eligible child.

Program applications need to be submitted after April 1st but no later than August 31st to participate in the program. Click the link in the comments section to learn more about this great program!

02/25/2026

Check out these awesome upcoming support meetings being offered by TFI Family Services in March! To join a session, simply visit teams.microsoft.com and enter the meeting code and ID listed on the flyer.

Out team had a great time this past Friday and Saturday at the 2026 RE: Conference! Here are some of our favorite photos...
02/23/2026

Out team had a great time this past Friday and Saturday at the 2026 RE: Conference! Here are some of our favorite photos from the event!

The link for this resource alert we dropped earlier this month stopped working, so here's a new one! Check out these awe...
02/17/2026

The link for this resource alert we dropped earlier this month stopped working, so here's a new one! Check out these awesome caregiver support sessions available in February from our friends over at Kansas Family Support Center! Click the link in the comments below to see all courses and register!

KCSN offers a variety of virtual courses added monthly designed to deepen your understanding of adoption-related topics ...
02/11/2026

KCSN offers a variety of virtual courses added monthly designed to deepen your understanding of adoption-related topics and trauma-informed care. Check out our calendar at the new training website and sign up for our mailing list at the links in the comments below!

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901 N 8th Street
Kansas City, KS
66101

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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