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Northern’s Week of LIFE (in-person)
April 21, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FreeDates: April 17-22, 2023
for Youth and professionals in-person at UMFS’ NOVA office
Save the dates for Northern’s Week of LIFE! All youth ages 14 – 21 in Virginia’s foster care system are invited to participate in these fun, interactive IL workshops throughout the week. More events will be added as they are confirmed. Contact George Mack at gmack@umfs.org if you need more information for these events.
Northern Region’s Independent Living Coordinator’s Committee (ILCC) Meeting
Date: April 18, 2023
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
for Professionals via Ring Central
All Northern DSS agencies and private providers are invited to attend this ILCC to discuss independent living needs for youth transitioning out of foster care. This meeting will cover topics related to transitioning youth into adulthood and will be joined by Monica Cabell with VDSS to share statewide updates.
FAB LIFE Financial Literacy workshop with the College Place
Date: April 19, 2023
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
for Youth
Youth will be able to make informed financial decisions and take control of their money during this hands on workshop. Dinner will be provided for all participants. Register here.
Art and Joy: Art Therapy Workshop
Dates: April 21 + 22, 2023
Time: Friday: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and Saturday – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
for Youth
These workshops will provide techniques and coping skills for youth through their artistic output. All art supplies will be provided, along with food. Register here.