January 14, 2021 – 11:00am – 12:00pm. Registration Link:  kcsl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvduigrT8qGNV3aJInQ-SLqH8Bs3MxMJU1

Children who grow up in safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments that foster hope and resilience are better prepared for lifelong health and well-being. The 1998 landmark Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study demonstrated that many adults recall experiences – including abuse, neglect, substance abuse, and areas of household dysfunction – that led to lifelong poor physical and emotional health. While ACEs are important, an exclusive focus on adverse experiences risks labeling children and their families, and it neglects to turn attention toward the possibility for flourishing even in the face of adversity (Sege, R). Participants of this training will learn about the ACEs research including the impact on social connections, school readiness and the likelihood of developing negative health behaviors, learn about the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention framework being implemented to prevent ACEs called Essentials for Childhood: Safe, Stable, and Nurturing Relationships and Environments; and brainstorm concrete ways to cultivate relationships and environments that create a positive impact for children and families in our communities. This training is approved by KDHE for 1.0 child care licensing hours.

To register, please use the link provided for the event date. If you would like to schedule a training for your group, or if you have any questions, please contact Rachelle Soden at rsoden@kcsl.org.