Free Lunch & Learn: Financial Wellness Series For Caregivers

Held at Buckner Children and Family Services of Houston 8600 Sweetwater Ln, Houston TX 77037.

Join the Heart Galleries of Texas for our monthly webinar!

Heart Galleries of Texas monthly webinars are provided to the child welfare community with the purpose to inform and bring awareness to current child welfare practices and efforts related to adoption and post permanency. These webinars are one way we stay connected and foster collaboration across communities working to support children and families.

This webinar aims to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to engage youth in meaningful, developmentally appropriate conversations about adoption. Participants will learn how to center youth voice, build trust, and navigate complex emotions while supporting permanency outcomes.

Learning objectives:

• Understand the role of authentic engagement in adoption conversations

• Initiate and sustain honest, youth-centered discussions

• Apply trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate communication strategies

• Support youth in expressing preferences, boundaries, and expectations

• Guide families in maintaining open, ongoing dialogue

16th Annual Youth Awareness Conference to be held Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 2525 Murworth, Houston, TX 77054 (The local CPS office).   We have sessions for the entire family (children - 7 and under, adolescents - 8 to 12, teens - 13 to 18, young adults/college students – 18 to 26, and adults).  Please see the attached flyer and additional information.  Participants will receive FREE Training Hours for attendance.  Some of the topics to be discussed are:  Forgive to Heal, Cultural Diversity, Human Trafficking, Suicide Ideation, Wellness, Social Media & Internet Crimes, Fire Safety and more.  These sessions are presented by professionals in their field.

This event is FREE.  We provide FREE sessions, FREE food (breakfast, lunch and snacks), and FREE entertainment.

Every Kid Sports Pass is a valuable resource that helps remove financial barriers so children can participate in youth sports. Families may qualify if the child is between the ages of 4–18, currently enrolled in Medicaid, SNAP, or WIC, and is registering for a recreational (non-elite or travel) sports program lasting at least four weeks. The spring application season is currently open. Parents or caregivers will need the contact information for the sports organization they plan to enroll the child in when applying. Approved families receive a virtual debit card for up to $150 to help cover registration fees, making it easier for children to stay active, build confidence, and experience the benefits of team sports.