Support Groups for Region 2
Support Network Groups are designed to assist resource parents with in-service training, community resource information, peer support, and communication with DHS. Attending on a regular basis is not only a great way to get the emotional and practical support you need to succeed, it's a great way to stay on top of the training requirements you need to fulfill. Some groups serve dinner or snacks; all provide child care with your RSVP. Please contact the facilitator to find out about the topic or confirm your attendance.
Garvin/McClain Counties Support Network Group Meeting
Next meeting: May 11, 2024
Garvin/McClain Counties Support Network Group
Compassion Church
113 West McClure
Pauls Valley, OK 73075
(405) 251-0084
April meeting:
Discipline for Children Who've Experienced Trauma
This month we welcome Cayla Mortin, Certification Director for Circle of Care. Cayla has worked for Circle of Care since May of 2018. Prior to her current role, she was a Family Specialist (case worker) and a preschool teacher before that. Cayla's professional career has led her through the trenches of OKDHS and licensing policies, requirements, and standards. Cayla enjoys sharing her knowledge of the system with others, and if she doesn't have the answer, she's always happy to go find it!
In this Support Group, we will review and discuss the following:
- OKDHS policy on discipline; what it is and how to access this online
- How to approach a child who has experienced trauma
- Resources for appropriate disciplinary techniques
Training Credit: Parents in attendance will earn 2 hours of in-service training credit toward your annual 12-hour requirement. Come connect and learn with other kinship, foster, and adoptive families in Garvin, McClain, and surrounding counties.
Childcare is available with a reservation as well as a light meal. RSVP by contacting Tara Brown at tara_b_brown@hotmail.com OR 405-251-0084 by noon Thursday, April 11, 2023, so we can prepare for you.
Sponsored by Oklahoma Department of Human Services. Coordinated by The University of Oklahoma OUTREACH National Resource Center for Youth Services, Resource Family Training & Support Program.
Event Agenda
May 11, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.