Webinar Recap: Preparing Youth for Permanency Through Meaningful Relationships
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Too often, permanency preparation begins only after a family has been identified. That may not be sufficient to address the deep-seated trauma that can make it difficult for many youth to trust and form stable attachments. In this webinar recording, hear from presenters Danielle DiMatteo and Beth Stahl of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, as they explore the importance of engaging a network of supportive adults to help youth learn the social and emotional skills necessary for healthy relationships.
By focusing on individualized, trauma-informed strategies, child welfare professionals can empower youth to build the resilience and readiness they need to truly thrive in a permanent home.
Watch this webinar now to:
- Understand the importance of early permanency preparation in supporting positive, long-term outcomes for youth in foster care
- Identify key strategies for tailoring permanency preparation to each youth’s cognitive, emotional and developmental needs
- Apply trauma-informed practices to permanency preparation that promote healing and stability, ensuring that youth feel safe and supported throughout the process
- Engage supportive adults in preparing youth for permanency and helping them build healthy, trusting relationships
The webinar offers helpful resources to champion permanency and make a real difference in the lives of youth in care.
