Foster/ Adoptive/ Kinship Parent Support Group

Williamson's Chapel 575 Brawley School Road, Mooresville, NC, United States

Call or Text to Inquire about the very limited space for childcare this month. Please RSVP if you plan on attending. Call or Text: 980-553-1110 In-Service Training Hours will be provided.

Candlelight Vigil in Honor and Memory of Child Abuse Victims

Liberty Park 225 E. Iredell Avenue, Mooresville, NC, United States

April is child abuse prevention month. Please join us for a candlelight vigil in honor and memory of child abuse victims. This will be a family friendly event. Please share with your friends and family to help us bring awareness. We will meet on the lawn at Liberty Park.

May Thrive Meet-Upt

Our Town Cinema 227 Griffith Street, Davidson, NC

A meet-up for girls and young women who have been affected by foster care and/or adoption. Pre- Teen Girls Ages 11-14 Teen Girls Ages 15-19 Come enjoy the viewing of "Unsung Hero- PG" RSVP CALL OR TEXT 980-553-1110

Foster Family Appreciation Event

Themed Room on Main 125-5 N. Main Street, Mooresville, NC, United States

May is National Foster Care Month. We have teamed up with the amazing Anna MacIsaac Photography and Themed Room On Main for a foster parent appreciation event. The themed room on main is a D.I.Y. Photo studio located in downtown Mooresville. Anna is graciously offering a free 10 minutes session in her D.I.Y. Studio for foster parents to take their own pics. This event will take place May 10th from 4-7pm. You must sign up for your time slot using the link below. Take your own photo includes: -10 minutes in Themed Room -One set up shown in photo -Max 1 family per timeslot -Ring Light, Phone Tripod & Access to props -Cell Phone Photos Only - No professional cameras YOU MUST RESERVE YOUR TIME SLOT.    

You “DONUT” want to miss this… Foster Parent Info Meet-Up

Edgemoor Park 630 Ridgecrest Drive, Mooresville, NC, United States

Have you ever been interested in learning more about Foster Care? Maybe you want to become a foster parent, but you aren’t sure how. Maybe you have questions, but don’t know who to ask. Join Foster, Love, Adopt, Repeat in the park for some donuts. Enjoy a casual, no pressure setting where you can ask questions and gather information about becoming a foster parent or volunteering to better the life of children in foster care. We will have foster/adoptive parents present as well as a social worker. The whole family is welcome to join us for this free event. There will be some giveaways and other family friendly activities.

Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Family Pool Party

War Memorial Pool 220 N. Maple Street, Mooresville, NC, United States

Join us for a summer pool party! All foster, adoptive and kinship families are invited. Pizza and soft drinks will be served. Please do not forget to RSVP and reserve your families spot. Call or Text: 980-553-1110.

Trauma Informed Parenting Training/Counseling Class

Williamson's Chapel 575 Brawley School Road, Mooresville, NC, United States

We are beyond excited to partner with New Mentality to offer a 6 week therapeutic training/counseling class on trauma informed parenting led by Mental Health Intern, Randy Wales. We will be covering topics including but not limited to lying, food hoarding, self harm, anxiety, depression, and coping skills. This will be an interactive group with limited spots available to allow us to address specific circumstances and behaviors that are important to you. Read some of Randy’s bio below.n Reserve your spot today by calling or texting us at: 980-553-1110 Introduction: Randy Wales is a passionate and empathetic intern counselor who believes in the transformative power of human connection. With a background in psychology and a desire to help others, he brings a fresh perspective to the counseling field. After spending 27 years as a sales manager at a global technology company, Randy is excited to embark on his journey in mental health counseling. Early Years and Education: Born and raised in a small town in Idaho, Randy served in the U.S. Coast Guard for four years. Driven by a keen interest in understanding people’s emotions and motivations, he pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Developmental Psychology at Liberty University, where he excelled academically and participated in mental health research projects. He is currently completing his Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, also at Liberty University, with an expected graduation date of May 2025. Internship Journey: Randy’s counseling journey will begin at New Mentality, where he will assess, diagnose, and treat mental health issues under the careful supervision of Tracy Alston. His warm demeanor and active listening skills make him an excellent fit for clients and the team. Areas of Focus: Randy has a long-standing passion for working with parents, families, and couples, having facilitated workshops on parenting, couples; relationships, and healthy coping mechanisms. His ability to connect with diverse individuals allows him to create a safe space for clients to express their feelings and fears. Approach and Techniques: Randy’s counseling approach is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and mindfulness practices. He tailors his interventions to each persons unique journey and incorporates the latest neuroscience insights to inform effective treatment methods for a range of issues, from trauma to anxiety and depression. If you would like more information about New Mentality or bio-neuro feedback, please visit their website: NewMentalityInc.com  

August Thrive Meet-Up

Selma Burke Center 781 Agape Center, Mooresville, NC, United States

A meet-up for girls and young women who have been affected by foster care and/or adoption. Pre-Teen Girls Ages: 11-14 Teen Girls Ages: 15-19 Come and enjoy our back to school bash! We will have open gym time, ice cream sundaes and we will be distributing some fun school supplies.

August Driven Meet-Up

Selma Burke Center 781 Agape Center, Mooresville, NC, United States

A meet-up for boys and young men who have been affected by foster care and/or adoption. Pre-Teen Boys Ages: 11-14 Teen Boys Ages: 15-19 Come and enjoy our back to school bash! We will have open gym time, ice cream sundaes and we will be distributing some fun school supplies.

September Thrive Meet-Up

Carrigan Farms 1261 Oakridge Farm Hwy, Mooresville, NC, United States

A meet-up for girls and young women who have been affected by foster care and/or adoption. Pre-Teen Girls Ages: 11-14 Teen Girls Ages 15-19 Join us for a hayride and apple picking. Please arrive promptly at 2:30pm, so we can make our scheduled hayride time. We are estimating we will be finished by 4:30pm. Please make sure you wear proper, close toed shoes to be walking around a working farm. Please RSVP Asap.

September Driven Meet-Up

Carrigan Farms 1261 Oakridge Farm Hwy, Mooresville, NC, United States

A meet-up for boys and young men who have been affected by foster care and/or adoption. Pre-Teen Boys Ages: 11-14 Teen Boys Ages 15-19 Join us for a hayride and apple picking. Please arrive promptly at 2:30pm, so we can make our scheduled hayride time. We are estimating we will be finished by 4:30pm. Please make sure you wear proper, close toed shoes to be walking around a working farm. Please RSVP Asap.

Foster/ Adoptive/ Kinship Support Group

No childcare will be provided this month. Please RSVP if you plan on attending. Call or Text 980-553-1110 In-Service Training Hours will be provided. **NOTE: NEW TIME