Right Turn was established in response to the post adoption/guardianship issues that arose from Nebraska's original Safe Haven law. Safe Haven made it clear that many adoptive and guardianship families were struggling and frustrated and did not know where to turn for help. Right Turn is now the first call a family needs to make for help. During this presentation, participants will learn about the seven core components of the Right Turn program, what the eligibility requirements are, what the funding sources are for the program and how Safe Haven impacted the decision for funding. Participants will also learn about the benefits of behavioral health services, relating to child's special needs, and clear respite plans prior to adoption and guardianship finalization. There will also be discussion on the need for change in services and support to adoptive parents and guardians in creating healthy permanency for former state wards.
Friday, March 12, 2010
9:00-10:30 a.m. Program presentation
Program will take place at:
Nebraska Children's Home Society
4939 S. 118th Street, Omaha, NE
****You do not need to pre-register for this free training.
For questions about this program, please contact April Anderson at 595-1326 or aanderson@projectharmony.com.
This program meets the criteria of the approved continuing education for Social Work, Mental Health Practitioners and Marriage and Family Therapists for 1.5 contact hours. You must be an MCAC member to receive the continuing education credit for this program. Individual membership is $15 for 1 year. You can sign up at the training. This training is free and open to all regardless of membership status.