Traditions of Caring and Collaborating: Kinship Trauma-Informed Model of Practice

CWLA is pleased to present an informational webinar highlighting our Traditions of Caring and Collaborating: Kinship Trauma-Informed Model of Practice (TCC). The curriculum provides a standardized framework and strength-based approach to working with relatives who are caring for their younger family members – kinship care. The TCC Model of Practice is based on a conceptual framework that identifies nine issues of concern, five competencies needed to address those issues, and four phases of working together to help achieve safety, well-being, and permanence for children. The model has guiding principles and common definitions, grounded in a caring and collaborating approach to working together to protect and nurture children and strengthen families.

The TCC Model of Practice differentiates between kinship caregivers and foster parents based on the different dynamics between the inherited role of being someone’s relative and the acquired role of volunteering to foster. Research indicates that relatives want information and support, but not necessarily formal training programs. However, if child protective services have oversight of the children, then an assessment must be made for licensing, certification, approval or whatever the legal requirements may be. Traditions of Caring and Collaborating also includes a supportive process to assess the ability, resources, and willingness of relatives to meet the safety, well-being, and permanency needs of their younger family members.

Join us to learn more about the Traditions of Caring and Collaborating: Kinship Trauma-Informed Model of Practice, accessing the curriculum, and the training opportunities available.

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