Latest Past Events

FASCETS Neurobehavioral Approach: Strengths and Accommodations

Virtual

A couple of years ago a foster parent asked me what I knew about FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) and honestly it was "not much" She suggested the book Trying Differently Rather than Harder by Diane Malbin and that led me to a string of other books, websites and training events and this series that […]

Foster Parent Appreciation Dinner

Cape County Cowboy Church 220 Orchid Ln Oak Ridge, MO 63769

Dinner for our foster parents. Please RSVP to Katie Kiefer (kathryn.c.kiefer@dss.mo.gov) by 04/30/2026 if you will be attending to ensure there is enough food. Training following the dinner by the SEMO Drug Task Force regarding current drug trends.

Kids Fishing Event

Cape Elks Lake 639 Elk Lane, Cape Girardeau

5th Annual Kids Fishing Event for kids who have been or are currently in care. An opportunity for foster parents to bring the kids out for a fun day with fishing, food, and prizes. Please RSVP via email to Katie Kiefer at Kathryn.c.kiefer@dss.mo.gov by 4/30/26.