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Teleconference Guidelines
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1. You must pre-register for each teleconference. You may register on-line under teleconference descriptions below, or by calling FAFS toll-free Hotline 1/800/222-0047. If you register and are unable to participate, please notify us immediately so that another foster parent can take your place. 2. You will receive a packet of information about the teleconference seven to ten days prior to the scheduled call. Please review the material and prepare any questions you may want to ask. 3. About 7:50 pm on the night of the teleconference, the phone company conference coordinator will call you, a roll call will be taken at the beginning and end of the call, and the FAFS facilitator will introduce our guest speaker. All calls are two hours in length. You must be present for both roll calls in order to get training hours for the call. 4. Again, if you are unable to participate in the teleconference, please contact the Hotline 1/800/222-0047. Due to the limited space on teleconferences, we may need to create a waiting list. If a waiting list is created, you will receive a letter stating that you are on the waiting list and that you will be notified of the next available space.
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Teleconference Descriptions
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Living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Dr. Traci Wright, Ph.D., FAmily Therapist, Mount Laurel, NJ What exactly is ADHD? ADHD comes in many shapes and sizes. We will explore the spectrum of this disorder including its causes, implications academically and socially, as well as interventions, and management. It is not a one person problem. It affects the entire family. The goal is living successfully with ADHD. 2 hrs. Special Home Service Provider (SHSP) continuing education training credit
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01/14/08 8p-10p
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Registration Closed! |
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Foster Care Basics: What Every New Parent Should Know
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Fran Gervasi, Director of Education and Training, Foster and Adoptive Family Services (FAFS) and James Chester, Director of Support Services (FAFS) This teleconference is recommended for the recently licensed family. It will address general foster care practices not covered during pre-service training. The presenters will recommend and encourage the foster parent to develop standardized procedures and practices for all placements. While children and placement circumstances will vary, incorporating these techniques as standard operating procedures can help ease the transition for a successful placement. 2 hrs training credit
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01/23/08 8p-10p
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder
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Dr. Traci Wright, Ph.D., Family Therapist, Mount Laurel, NJ This teleconference will define the features of Oppositional Defiant Disorder and how to manage this disruptive behavior in the home. Dr. Wright consults with schools and community programs on behavior management of challenging youth. 2 hrs. Special Home Service Provider (SHSP) continuing education training credit
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02/04/08 8p-10p
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Dr. Traci Wright, Ph.D., FAmily Therapist, Mount Laurel, NJ What exactly is ADHD? ADHD comes in many shapes and sizes. We will explore the spectrum of this disorder including its causes, implications academically and socially, as well as interventions, and management. It is not a one person problem. It affects the entire family. The goal is living successfully with ADHD. 2 hrs. Special Home Service Provider (SHSP) continuing education training credit
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Did You Forget Something?
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Fran Gervasi, Director of Education and Training, FAFS, James Chester, Director of Support Services, FAFS This teleconference is recommended for the experienced licensed foster family. It will address general foster care matters such as licensing requirements, DYFS policies, and the difference between babysitting and daycare. 2 hrs training credit
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Dr. Susan Brill, MD, Director, Division of Adolescent Medicine Division of General Pediatrics, St. Peters University Hospital Dr. Brill will discuss signs and symptoms of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. She will also discuss theories on etiology (causes) of these disorders. In addition, health risks and complications of these disorders, as well as a general approach to treatment, will be reviewed. 2 hrs. Special Home Service Provider (SHSP) continuing education training credit
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