This comprehensive training course is designed to equip single foster parents with practical strategies to navigate common challenges and enhance their caregiving journey. Participants will learn effective time management techniques, ways to build emotional resilience, and approaches to manage financial strain. The course also addresses the importance of self-care, maintaining personal well-being, and creating a supportive network. Through interactive sessions and expert guidance, attendees will gain the tools and confidence to thrive as single foster parents.

CEU Certificate: 1 Hour

Course Instructors

Ted Stackpole Facilitator

PROFESSION: Chaplain to the foster and adoption community. CREDENTIALS: Ordained minister and endorsed chaplain through the Assemblies of God. PERSONAL: Has eleven children, loves the outdoors, and would like to see Alaska one day.

Ashley Grant Trainer

PROFESSION: COMPACT Family Services – Springfield, MO – Missouri Programs Director/Grant Specialist/ Adoptions Director EDUCATION: Master’s Degree – Liberty University PERSONAL: Gardening, Spending time with my 4 kids, reading, writing