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Community & Resource Hub

CTS Health Foster Care is dedicated to building a strong, supportive community for foster families and those working in the foster care space. This hub offers training, events, and resources to empower caregivers, educators, and partners. Connect, learn, and engage in meaningful discussions that strengthen the foster care community.

Monthly Newsletters

Stay informed with our monthly newsletter, featuring important updates, trainings, events, and resources for foster parents & affiliates.

July 2026 Newsletter

June

The July Foster Care Newsletter shares important updates for foster parents, including training opportunities, licensing reminders, referral incentives, and upcoming support group meetings. This issue highlights community events and summer activities for children and families, autism support resources, and continued information about the STICKY Program, which provides specialized training and support for foster parents caring for high-acuity youth. Readers will also find agency announcements, reminders about required documentation and training, and opportunities to help expand foster care services throughout North Carolina.

June Newsletter

June

The June Foster Care Newsletter provides important updates for foster parents, including training opportunities, licensing reminders, referral incentives, and upcoming support group meetings. This issue features resources from the Autism Training, information about the STICKY Program for supporting high-acuity youth, summer activity and camp planning tips, and family-friendly community events throughout the region. Readers will also find agency updates, welcome new team members, and learn about ongoing efforts to support foster families and improve outcomes for children in care.

May Newsletter

June

The May Foster Care Newsletter includes important reminders for foster parents regarding licensing requirements, OnTarget documentation, respite care procedures, and referral incentives. Readers will find updates on upcoming trainings, support group opportunities, community events, and agency announcements, including the introduction of the new STICKY Program designed to support placement stability for high-acuity youth. The newsletter also highlights summer activity planning, foster parent resources, and ongoing efforts to support children and families throughout the community.

Serious Child

At CTS Foster Care, we believe every child deserves a safe, stable, and nurturing home. Our blog is here to inform, inspire, and connect foster parents, prospective families, and community partners. Here, you’ll find stories that highlight the heart of fostering, practical tips to navigate the process, updates on trainings and events, and resources to help you make a lasting impact. Whether you’re just beginning your foster care journey or have years of experience, this space is designed to support you every step of the way.

Upcoming Trainings

20 Jan 2026

Tuesday

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20 Jan 2026

Tuesday

New Foster Parent Training

Gastonia, NC, USA
24 Jan 2026

Saturday

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24 Jan 2026

Saturday

First Aid/CPR, MAR & NCI Training - Gastonia

Gastonia, NC, USA
26 Jan 2026

Monday

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26 Jan 2026

Monday

NCI+ (Virtual)

10 Feb 2026

Tuesday

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10 Feb 2026

Tuesday

New Foster Parent Training

Gastonia, NC, USA
21 Feb 2026

Saturday

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21 Feb 2026

Saturday

MAR and CPR/FA  (Hickory)

Hickory, NC, USA
21 Mar 2026

Saturday

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21 Mar 2026

Saturday

MAR and CPR/FA (Gastonia)

Gastonia, NC, USA
23 Mar 2026

Monday

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23 Mar 2026

Monday

NCI+ (Virtual)

31 Mar 2026

Tuesday

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31 Mar 2026

Tuesday

New Foster Parent Training

Gastonia, NC, USA
14 Apr 2026

Tuesday

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14 Apr 2026

Tuesday

New Foster Parent Training

Gastonia, NC, USA
16 May 2026

Saturday

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16 May 2026

Saturday

MAR and CPR/FA (Gastonia)

Gastonia, NC, USA
18 May 2026

Monday

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18 May 2026

Monday

NCI+ (Virtual)

18 Jul 2026

Saturday

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18 Jul 2026

Saturday

MAR and CPR/FA (Gastonia)

Gastonia, NC, USA
20 Jul 2026

Monday

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20 Jul 2026

Monday

NCI (Virtual)

19 Sept 2026

Saturday

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19 Sept 2026

Saturday

MAR and CPR/FA (Gastonia)

Gastonia, NC, USA
21 Sept 2026

Monday

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21 Sept 2026

Monday

NCI+ (Virtual)

16 Nov 2026

Monday

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16 Nov 2026

Monday

NCI+ (Virtual)

21 Nov 2026

Saturday

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21 Nov 2026

Saturday

MAR and CPR/FA (Gastonia)

Gastonia, NC, USA

Tools for Foster Parents & Affiliates

Discover training, support networks, and educational tools to empower foster parents and caregivers.

Natural Support Packet

Natural Support offers temporary care for foster children, providing relief for Resource Parents and emergency flexibility when needed.

National Training and Development Curriculum (NTDC)

Comprehensive training resources for foster and adoptive parents to support children’s unique needs.

Fostering NC

A learning hub for North Carolina foster, adoptive, and kinship caregivers, offering training and valuable resources.

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