About the Course
This workshop is designed to support foster parents in managing the unique stressors and challenges they may face in their role. It provides foster parents with essential strategies and techniques for effective stress management. Through interactive discussions and practical activities, foster parents will learn and practice a variety of stress reduction tactics. The workshop aims to empower foster parents to prioritize self-care, enhance their well-being, and ultimately provide a healthier and more nurturing environment for the children in their care.
Learning Objectives
1. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the common stressors experienced by foster parents and the potential impact on their well-being and caregiving abilities.
2. Learn and practice a variety of stress reduction tactics, including mindfulness techniques, self-care strategies, time management skills, and effective communication techniques, to help foster parents effectively manage stress and improve their overall well-being.
3. Develop a personalized stress management plan that addresses individual needs, promotes self-awareness, and empowers foster parents to create a healthy and sustainable work-life balance. Foster parents will leave the workshop equipped with an array of tools and resources that can be utilized in their ongoing journey of stress management and self-care.