Join KVC Hospitals for a 3-part webinar series providing FREE CEUs. You can sign up to attend one, two, or all three webinars. You will receive 1 CEU for each webinar you attend as they are each one hour in duration. Our mental health experts will discuss how to define and understand depression, anxiety and […]

You'll learn about the current data reported on suicidality in youth, the populations found to be at an increased risk, and the red flags and warning signs for potential suicidality.

You'll learn evidenced-based ways to assess suicidality, immediate interventions to ensure safety when suicidality is identified, and technological advances in suicide interventions.

Join other caregivers for children and youth in foster care at KVC's Resource Family Conference!

You'll learn the next steps in caring for a child struggling with suicidality, safety plans and resources available via apps on your phone, and universal precautions that can be used in all settings to reduce suicidality.

This special day, always held on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, calls attention to the 100,000+ children and young people waiting for adoptive families.

In order to effectively work with kids and families in all settings, we have an obligation to understand and grow our cultural competence to form stronger connections and best meet their needs. In this training, we will define cultural competence, explore ethical obligations, and discuss mechanisms for personal growth. This training will include opportunities for attendee participation in discussions related to personal aspirations in cultural competency. Presenters: Alexandra Beineman, LMSW and Rachael Sanders, LSCSW

While most child- and family-serving professions are aligned with a code of conduct and/or laws outlining expectations for confidentiality and privacy, it can be challenging to navigate what to share with a caregiver when working with minors. In this training, we will discuss the overarching guidelines and expectations in a variety of settings related to client and student confidentiality and discuss specific ethical dilemmas professionals in these settings may face. This training will […]

Join us on May 5th for KVC’s Gala at The Abbott with Gala Co-Chairs, Kathy Woodward and Margaux Blackwell and Presenting Sponsor The Gala is one of Kansas City’s most fun upscale fundraisers! You’ll enjoy mouthwatering food, overflowing cocktails, captivating live music by Lost Wax, and exciting surprises- all with a Cinco de Mayo twist! […]