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SUMMARY:Morning General Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. Connect with an experienced parent support specialist\, as well as other caregivers\, to receive support and access valuable resources. \nClick below to join! \nRegister Here
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/morning-general-support-group-3-2/2030-12-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,MN Featured Event,Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Peterson":MAILTO:juliepeterson@wearefamiliesrising.org
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection--Lunch Meet Up!
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers carry so much. This monthly virtual lunchtime group offers a place to pause and be understood. \nJoin other adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers to listen\, share\, and connect with people who truly understand the complexities of family stories. \nBring your lunch. Come as you are. Stay for connection. \nRegister below!Register here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection-lunch-meet-up/2030-12-10/
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CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Support Groups,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Walsh":MAILTO:jeannewalsh@wearefamiliesrising.org
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SUMMARY:Morning General Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. Connect with an experienced parent support specialist\, as well as other caregivers\, to receive support and access valuable resources. \nClick below to join! \nRegister Here
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/morning-general-support-group-3-2/2030-12-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,MN Featured Event,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MorningGeneralSupportNew.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Peterson":MAILTO:juliepeterson@wearefamiliesrising.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20301218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20301218T103000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211800
CREATED:20260121T184441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T205200Z
UID:10009616-1923814800-1923820200@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Morning General Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. Connect with an experienced parent support specialist\, as well as other caregivers\, to receive support and access valuable resources. \nClick below to join! \nRegister Here
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/morning-general-support-group-3-2/2030-12-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,MN Featured Event,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MorningGeneralSupportNew.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Peterson":MAILTO:juliepeterson@wearefamiliesrising.org
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DTSTAMP:20260604T211800
CREATED:20260310T205417Z
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UID:10010181-1923818400-1923823800@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Connection is a peer support group designed to reduce isolation and build community among caregivers. Participants are invited to share\, listen\, and connect while navigating the challenges and complexities of caregiving. \nRegister here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection/2030-12-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Caregiver-Connection.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Rasmussen":MAILTO:christinerasmussen@wearefamiliesrising.org
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UID:10009617-1924419600-1924425000@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Morning General Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. Connect with an experienced parent support specialist\, as well as other caregivers\, to receive support and access valuable resources. \nClick below to join! \nRegister Here
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/morning-general-support-group-3-2/2030-12-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,MN Featured Event,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MorningGeneralSupportNew.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Peterson":MAILTO:juliepeterson@wearefamiliesrising.org
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SUMMARY:Creative Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Through guided prompts and quiet reflection\, we’ll use journaling and art as tools for cultivating self-care in small\, meaningful ways. Join from wherever you are — no pressure to share\, just space to pause. \nA journal and gel pens will be mailed to all participants. Register today! \n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/creative-self-care/2030-12-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Support Groups,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Creative-Self-Care.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Walsh":MAILTO:jeannewalsh@wearefamiliesrising.org
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UID:10009618-1925024400-1925029800@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Morning General Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. Connect with an experienced parent support specialist\, as well as other caregivers\, to receive support and access valuable resources. \nClick below to join! \nRegister Here
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/morning-general-support-group-3-2/2031-01-01/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,MN Featured Event,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MorningGeneralSupportNew.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Peterson":MAILTO:juliepeterson@wearefamiliesrising.org
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CREATED:20260121T184441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T205200Z
UID:10009619-1925629200-1925634600@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Morning General Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. Connect with an experienced parent support specialist\, as well as other caregivers\, to receive support and access valuable resources. \nClick below to join! \nRegister Here
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/morning-general-support-group-3-2/2031-01-08/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,MN Featured Event,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MorningGeneralSupportNew.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Peterson":MAILTO:juliepeterson@wearefamiliesrising.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211800
CREATED:20260309T194633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174114Z
UID:10009798-1926156600-1926162000@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection--Lunch Meet Up!
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers carry so much. This monthly virtual lunchtime group offers a place to pause and be understood. \nJoin other adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers to listen\, share\, and connect with people who truly understand the complexities of family stories. \nBring your lunch. Come as you are. Stay for connection. \nRegister below!Register here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection-lunch-meet-up/2031-01-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Support Groups,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Night-Owl.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Walsh":MAILTO:jeannewalsh@wearefamiliesrising.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310115T090000
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CREATED:20260121T184441Z
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UID:10009620-1926234000-1926239400@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Morning General Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual support group for adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers. Connect with an experienced parent support specialist\, as well as other caregivers\, to receive support and access valuable resources. \nClick below to join! \nRegister Here
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/morning-general-support-group-3-2/2031-01-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,MN Featured Event,Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MorningGeneralSupportNew.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Peterson":MAILTO:juliepeterson@wearefamiliesrising.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211800
CREATED:20260310T205417Z
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UID:10010182-1926237600-1926243000@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Connection is a peer support group designed to reduce isolation and build community among caregivers. Participants are invited to share\, listen\, and connect while navigating the challenges and complexities of caregiving. \nRegister here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection/2031-01-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Caregiver-Connection.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Rasmussen":MAILTO:christinerasmussen@wearefamiliesrising.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310123T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211800
CREATED:20260310T205900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T205900Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Through guided prompts and quiet reflection\, we’ll use journaling and art as tools for cultivating self-care in small\, meaningful ways. Join from wherever you are — no pressure to share\, just space to pause. \nA journal and gel pens will be mailed to all participants. Register today! \n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/creative-self-care/2031-01-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Support Groups,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Creative-Self-Care.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Walsh":MAILTO:jeannewalsh@wearefamiliesrising.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211801
CREATED:20260309T194633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174114Z
UID:10009799-1928575800-1928581200@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection--Lunch Meet Up!
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers carry so much. This monthly virtual lunchtime group offers a place to pause and be understood. \nJoin other adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers to listen\, share\, and connect with people who truly understand the complexities of family stories. \nBring your lunch. Come as you are. Stay for connection. \nRegister below!Register here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection-lunch-meet-up/2031-02-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Support Groups,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Night-Owl.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Walsh":MAILTO:jeannewalsh@wearefamiliesrising.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310219T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211801
CREATED:20260310T205417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174249Z
UID:10010183-1929261600-1929267000@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Connection is a peer support group designed to reduce isolation and build community among caregivers. Participants are invited to share\, listen\, and connect while navigating the challenges and complexities of caregiving. \nRegister here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection/2031-02-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Caregiver-Connection.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Rasmussen":MAILTO:christinerasmussen@wearefamiliesrising.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310227T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211801
CREATED:20260310T205900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T205900Z
UID:10010119-1929952800-1929958200@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Creative Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Through guided prompts and quiet reflection\, we’ll use journaling and art as tools for cultivating self-care in small\, meaningful ways. Join from wherever you are — no pressure to share\, just space to pause. \nA journal and gel pens will be mailed to all participants. Register today! \n\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/creative-self-care/2031-02-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Support Groups,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Creative-Self-Care.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Walsh":MAILTO:jeannewalsh@wearefamiliesrising.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310311T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211801
CREATED:20260309T194633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174114Z
UID:10010122-1930995000-1931000400@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection--Lunch Meet Up!
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers carry so much. This monthly virtual lunchtime group offers a place to pause and be understood. \nJoin other adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers to listen\, share\, and connect with people who truly understand the complexities of family stories. \nBring your lunch. Come as you are. Stay for connection. \nRegister below!Register here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection-lunch-meet-up/2031-03-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Support Groups,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Night-Owl.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Walsh":MAILTO:jeannewalsh@wearefamiliesrising.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310319T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211801
CREATED:20260310T205417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174249Z
UID:10010184-1931680800-1931686200@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Connection is a peer support group designed to reduce isolation and build community among caregivers. Participants are invited to share\, listen\, and connect while navigating the challenges and complexities of caregiving. \nRegister here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection/2031-03-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Caregiver-Connection.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Rasmussen":MAILTO:christinerasmussen@wearefamiliesrising.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20310408T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20310408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T211801
CREATED:20260309T194633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174114Z
UID:10010123-1933414200-1933419600@wearefamiliesrising.org
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection--Lunch Meet Up!
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers carry so much. This monthly virtual lunchtime group offers a place to pause and be understood. \nJoin other adoptive\, foster\, and kinship caregivers to listen\, share\, and connect with people who truly understand the complexities of family stories. \nBring your lunch. Come as you are. Stay for connection. \nRegister below!Register here!
URL:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/event/caregiver-connection-lunch-meet-up/2031-04-08/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:General MN,Minnesota Events,Support Groups,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wearefamiliesrising.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Night-Owl.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanne Walsh":MAILTO:jeannewalsh@wearefamiliesrising.org
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