• Conflict Resolution

    Who Should Attend? Parents, Family Members, Community Agency Staff, DCF Staff, Probation/Parole Officers, School Staff, Community Collaborative Members, LIST Members, and anyone who works with or supports children and families!   DATE: March 25,2026 TIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM LOCATION: Virtual   Trainers: Christina Cruz and Cynthia Cruz   Please register by 3/20/26 at […]

  • Support Group Facilitation

    By FAVOR, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy Interested in starting your own support group or have a current support group and would like to enhance your facilitation skills? Join us ! This training addresses the need to nurture, empower, and educate families of children with mental health, behavioral or emotional challenges who are current facilitators […]

  • Wraparound Philosophy & Process

    Who Should Attend? Parents, Family Members, Community Agency Staff, DCF Staff, Probation/Parole Officers, School Staff, Community Collaborative Members, LIST Members, and anyone who works with or supports children and families!   DATE: April 7 & 8, 2026 (two day) TIME: 9am-4pm LOCATION: 500 Enterprise Drive, Suite 3D, Rocky Hill, CT TRAINERS: Cynthia Cruz & Christina […]

  • Why Data Matters & How to Read It

    By FAVOR, Inc Learning & Leadership Academy Overview A hands-on workshop that teaches participants how to understand and interpret everyday data through visuals and real-life examples. Register here: Why Data Matters & How to Read It Tickets, Monday, Apr 13 from 11 am to 12 pm EDT | Eventbrite

  • How to Be Your Child’s Best Advocate-Part 1

    By FAVOR, Inc Learning & Leadership Academy Focus is on educational advocacy, including what to do when your child is struggling in school, the PPT process, laws parents need to know, effective communication and collaboration skills, how to work with school professionals when disagreements occur, and resources for parents with children who have behavioral health […]

  • Agents of Change

    By FAVOR, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy This course empowers parents and caregivers to become effective advocates and change agents for their children with special healthcare needs, both at home and in their communities. Participants will leave with practical skills to initiate change, build resilience, and advocate effectively at home, in schools, and within the […]

  • Understanding Your Child’s IEP

    By FAVOR, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy This training focuses on understanding: the New IEP page by page changes from the old IEP how parents/caregivers should prepare input/concerns in the different areas of academic – all subjects social and emotional transition planning List of supplementary aids and services   Register HERE

  • Persuasive Storytelling

    By FAVOR, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy Overview Discover the Power of Your Story This workshop focuses on the use of personal stories, one of the most effective tools for children’s behavioral health advocates. Personal stories are especially powerful when communicating with system partners, provider agencies, media, and other families and youth.   For additional […]

  • Understanding & Questioning Data

    By FAVOR, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy This session explores how data is collected, how to spot bias or gaps, and why critical thinking is essential when reviewing data in care systems. Register HERE

  • Developing Needs & Benchmarks

    Who Should Attend? Parents, Family Members, Community Agency Staff, DCF Staff, Probation/Parole Officers, School Staff, Community Collaborative Members, LIST Members, and anyone who works with or supports children and families!   DATE: May 14, 2026 TIME: 9:30am-1pm LOCATION: North Haven Congregational Church 28 Church St, North Haven TRAINERS: Peter Samenfink & Paige Trevethan   Please […]