Support Groups for Region 5
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.
Cleveland County Support Group Meeting
July 18, 2026
Paradigm Church
4301 Country Club Terrace
Norman, OK 73072
Meeting Topic: Group Placements and Higher Levels of Care
Are you a foster parent or kinship caregiver wanting to better understand placement options and when a higher level of care may be needed? This session is designed just for you, offering helpful insights, practical guidance, and a supportive space to ask questions and share experiences. Come join us!
Our guest speaker, Christy Hilliard, DHS SPPU, brings valuable expertise and real-world experience to guide meaningful conversations about placement decisions and levels of care.
What you'll gain: Learn about group placement options, understand the different levels of care and when they may be appropriate, connect with other foster and kinship parents in your community, and gain practical tools and resources to support the children in your care.
Who should attend? Foster parents, kinship caregivers, and anyone interested in learning more about placement services and care coordination.
Facilitator: Christy Hilliard, Oklahoma Department of Human Services - Specialized Placements & Partnerships
Registration
Event Agenda
July 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. CDT