BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Connecting to Care - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Connecting to Care X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Connecting to Care REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000 DTSTAMP:20251230T205134Z CREATED:20251230T205134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T205134Z UID:6473-1772625600-1772629200@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Redefining Self-Care DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \n  \nJoin our interactive workshop for a concise exploration and discussion of selfcare \nessentials\, focusing on the three key areas of self-care: physical\, \nemotional\, and mental\, and discussing how to integrate them for overall wellbeing. \nAfter our interactive session\, you will have the skills to create a customized \nself-care plan\, empowering you to thrive and work towards leading a more \njoyful life. \n  \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/redefining-self-care-18/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T130000 DTSTAMP:20251230T205344Z CREATED:20251230T205344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T205344Z UID:6475-1772712000-1772715600@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Telling Your Story with Data DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \nParticipants learn to combine personal stories with meaningful data to craft compelling messages for advocacy and change. \n  \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/telling-your-story-with-data-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T160718Z CREATED:20260106T160718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T160718Z UID:6481-1773057600-1773061200@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:FAVOR Programs Orientation DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\n\nCome learn about each of our Programs at Favor\, Inc. in this warm virtual orientation to our services.\n\n\n\nFAVOR\, Inc. (FAVOR) is a statewide family-led\, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that is committed to empowering families as advocates and partners in improving educational and health outcomes for our children. \n\nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/favor-programs-orientation-8/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T161200Z CREATED:20260106T161200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T161200Z UID:6483-1773315000-1773320400@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:How to Be Your Child's Best Advocate-Part 2 DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\n\nFor parents/caregivers that have children with special needs come learn information on bullying\, discipline\, suspensions and much more.\n\n\n\n\n  \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/how-to-be-your-childs-best-advocate-part-2-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T161510Z CREATED:20260106T161510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T161510Z UID:6562-1773403200-1773406800@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Understanding & Questioning Data DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \nThis session explores how data is collected\, how to spot bias or gaps\, and why critical thinking is essential when reviewing data in systems of care. \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/understanding-questioning-data-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T161847Z CREATED:20260106T161847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T161847Z UID:6565-1773748800-1773752400@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Burnout: Road to Recovery DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA reflective workshop that uses Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to help participants recognize burnout\, understand its root causes\, and build personalized strategies for self-care and sustainable recovery. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/burnout-road-to-recovery-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000 DTSTAMP:20260306T191009Z CREATED:20260306T191009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T191009Z UID:6874-1773912600-1773925200@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Developing Needs & Benchmarks DESCRIPTION:Who Should Attend? \nParents\, Family Members\, Community Agency Staff\, DCF Staff\, \nProbation/Parole Officers\, School Staff\, Community Collaborative Members\, \nLIST Members\, and anyone who works with or supports children and families! \n  \nDATE: March 19\, 2026 \nTIME: 9:30 AM – 1:00pm \nLOCATION: Virtual \nPlease register by 3/12/25 \nat \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/needs-and-benchmarks-training-tickets-1984408232442?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n  \nTrainers: \nLindsay Kyle and Yecica Campoverde \n  \nTechnical Support at: \nBH-TransitionalPeerSpecialist@carelon.com \n  URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/developing-needs-benchmarks-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T162049Z CREATED:20260106T162049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T162049Z UID:6567-1773919800-1773925200@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:How to Be Your Child's Best Advocate-Part 1 DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \nFocus 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 challenges. \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/how-to-be-your-childs-best-advocate-part-1-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T140000 DTSTAMP:20260106T162934Z CREATED:20260106T162934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T162934Z UID:6569-1773925200-1773928800@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Agents of Change DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy\nThis 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. \nParticipants will leave with practical skills to initiate change\, build resilience\, and advocate effectively at home\, in schools\, and within the broader community. \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/agents-of-change-13/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T120000 DTSTAMP:20260306T191453Z CREATED:20260306T191453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T191453Z UID:6882-1773999000-1774008000@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Engaging Families & Teams DESCRIPTION:Who Should Attend? \nParents\, Family Members\, Community Agency Staff\, DCF Staff\, \nProbation/Parole Officers\, School Staff\, Community Collaborative Members\, \nLIST Members\, and anyone who works with or supports children and families! \n  \nDATE: March 20\, 2026 \nTIME: 9:30am to 12:00pm \nLOCATION: Plainville Public Library \n53 EAST MAIN STREET \nPLAINVILLE\, CT 06062 \nTRAINERS: Sarah-Jane Bucknall and Cynthia Cruz \n  \nPlease register by 3/13/26 \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/engaging-families-tickets-1984500837426?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  \n  \nTechnical Support at \nBH-TransitionalPeerSpecialist@carelon.com URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/engaging-families-teams/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T163108Z CREATED:20260106T163108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T163108Z UID:6571-1774008000-1774011600@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Why Data Matters & How to Read It DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \nA hands-on workshop that teaches participants how to understand and interpret everyday data through visuals and real-life examples. \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/why-data-matters-how-to-read-it-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T160000 DTSTAMP:20260306T191540Z CREATED:20260306T191540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T191540Z UID:6884-1774011600-1774022400@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Transition Planning DESCRIPTION:Who Should Attend? \nParents\, Family Members\, Community Agency Staff\, DCF Staff\, \nProbation/Parole Officers\, School Staff\, Community Collaborative Members\, \nLIST Members\, and anyone who works with or supports children and families! \n  \nDATE: March 20\, 2026 \nTIME: 1:00pm to 4:00pm \nLOCATION: Plainville Public Library \n53 EAST MAIN STREET \nPLAINVILLE\, CT 06062 \nTRAINERS: Sarah-Jane Bucknall and Cynthia Cruz \n  \nPlease register by 3/13/26 \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/transition-planning-tickets-1984621655797?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  \n  \nTechnical Support at \nBH-TransitionalPeerSpecialist@carelon.com URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/transition-planning-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T163602Z CREATED:20260106T163538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T163602Z UID:6573-1774353600-1774357200@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Understanding Your Child's IEP DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\n\nThis training focuses on understanding: the New IEP page by page\, changes from the old IEP how parents/caregivers should prepare inputs\, etc\n\n\n\n\nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/understanding-your-childs-iep-14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260306T191137Z CREATED:20260306T191137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T191137Z UID:6876-1774429200-1774440000@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Team Meeting Facilitation DESCRIPTION: Who Should Attend? \nParents\, Family Members\, Community Agency Staff\, DCF Staff\, \nProbation/Parole Officers\, School Staff\, Community Collaborative Members\, \nLIST Members\, and anyone who works with or supports children and families! \n  \nDATE: March 25\,2026 \nTIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00pm \nLOCATION: Virtual \n  \nTrainers: \nChristina Cruz and Cynthia Cruz \n  \nPlease register by 3/20/26 \nAt \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/team-meeting-facilitation-tickets-1984494698063?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n  \nTechnical Support at: \nBH-TransitionalPeerSpecialist@carelon.com URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/team-meeting-facilitation-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000 DTSTAMP:20260306T191330Z CREATED:20260306T191330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T191330Z UID:6880-1774429200-1774454400@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Planificación de Crisis DESCRIPTION:Who Should Attend? \nParents\, Family Members\, Community Agency Staff\, DCF Staff\, \nProbation/Parole Officers\, School Staff\, Community Collaborative Members\, \nLIST Members\, and anyone who works with or supports children and families! \n  \nDATE: March 25\, 2025 \nTIME: 9:00am-4pm \nLOCATION: Online \nTRAINERS: Llina Hilario\, Juliana Nunez\, Caroline Spencer \n  \nRegister at \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/planificacion-de-crisis-tickets-1983985345576?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n  \nTechnical Support at \nBH-TransitionalPeerSpecialist@carelon.com URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/planificacion-de-crisis/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T163847Z CREATED:20260106T163847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T163847Z UID:6575-1774438200-1774443600@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Persuasive Storytelling DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy \n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscovering the Power of Your Story\n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\n\nFor additional information\, contact favorlla@favor-ct.org \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/persuasive-storytelling-13/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000 DTSTAMP:20260306T191226Z CREATED:20260306T191226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T191226Z UID:6878-1774443600-1774454400@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution DESCRIPTION:Who Should Attend? \nParents\, Family Members\, Community Agency Staff\, DCF Staff\, \nProbation/Parole Officers\, School Staff\, Community Collaborative Members\, \nLIST Members\, and anyone who works with or supports children and families! \n  \nDATE: March 25\,2026 \nTIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nLOCATION: Virtual \n  \nTrainers: \nChristina Cruz and Cynthia Cruz \n  \nPlease register by 3/20/26 \nat \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/conflict-resolution-tickets-1984498166437?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true \n  \n  \nTechnical Support at: \nBH-TransitionalPeerSpecialist@carelon.com URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/conflict-resolution-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T130000 DTSTAMP:20260106T164214Z CREATED:20260106T164214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T164214Z UID:6577-1774956600-1774962000@www.connectingtocarect.org SUMMARY:Support Group Facilitation DESCRIPTION:By FAVOR\, Inc. Learning & Leadership Academy\n\nInterested in starting your own support group or have a current support group and would like to enhance your facilitation skills? Join us !\n\n\n\nThis training addresses the need to nurture\, empower\, and educate families of children with mental health\, behavioral or emotional challenges who are current facilitators or are interested in facilitating support groups. \nParticipants will learn the following skills: listening awareness\, communication skills\, stages of human emotional response\, strategies for handling challenging and difficult behaviors\, facilitator skills and strategies\, what makes a good support group\, support group member responsibilities\, support group facilitator best practices \n\n\nRegister HERE URL:https://www.connectingtocarect.org/event/support-group-facilitation-8/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR