training Archives - Sarpy County, Nebraska CASA

Anxiety in Kids and Teens 101

15September2025Alexis SanteeAnxiety, Kids, School, Teens, training

Experiencing anxiety is a natural part of growing up, and there’s no question that kids and teens face many very real reasons to feel anxious. Typically, they learn to navigate those feelings. But when anxiety persists and becomes seemingly unmanageable, it can impact schoolwork, relationships, and even development. So what should parents, teachers, and other

Managing Grief and Loss

15September2025Alexis SanteeChallenges, Emotions, Managing Grief and Loss, Support, training

Losing a loved one is never easy, and grief is a normal response to loss. It’s not at all unusual for someone in mourning to experience emotions ranging from anguish and fear to anxiety and anger. While there is no single “right” way to manage grief, there are healthy approaches, and most people find that,

Recognizing and Treating Anxiety Disorders in Adults

15September2025Alexis SanteeAdult, Anxiety Disorder, Signs, Symptoms, training

Anxiety disorders are common, identifiable, and treatable. However, far too often, people struggling with generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, or a number of related challenges fail to get the care they need because of misconceptions and improper treatment. So what should everyone know about anxiety disorders? What signs and symptoms set them apart from

CASA Court Report Writing Made Easy(ish)

15September2025Alexis SanteeAdvocacy, CASA Reports, training, Volunteers, Writing

The Nebraska CASA Association is pleased to announce a free virtual training, entitled, CASA Court Report Writing Made Easy(ish). Join us for an interactive session where CASA volunteers will explore the essential elements of writing an effective court report. Whether you’re new to writing reports or looking to refine your skills, this session will provide

CASA Court Report Writing Made Easy(ish)

15September2025Alexis SanteeAdvocacy, CASA Report, training, Volunteers, Writing

Collaborating with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Interpreters

15September2025Alexis SanteeDeaf, Diversity, Hard of Hearing, Interpreters, training

The training is designed to help professional to understand the diversity within the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities and their cultures. Participants will understand what the proper approach is when they get a Deaf or Hard of Hearing consumer/individual and what is the proper accommodation needed to be provided. Also, to understand the proper

Child Abuse and Neglect 101

15September2025Alexis Santeechild abuse, Neglect, reporters, training

This course prepares mandatory reporters with the knowledge and skills to recognize and report child abuse and neglect along with an overview of the different types of abuse and their prevalence in Nebraska. In this training, participants will discuss challenges associated with reporting abuse and neglect, practice asking minimal facts questions, and receive resources that

Recognizing Trauma in Adults and Young People

29August2025Alexis SanteeAdults, training, Trauma, Webinar, Youth

Whether a distressing event will lead to trauma doesn’t solely rely on the event or the individual person. In this talk, Maurasse explains how a traumatic experience is dependent on what we bring into the situation, in terms of our genetic makeup, past traumas we have experienced, and the stage in our development in which

Navigating Autism Through Childhood Years

29August2025Alexis SanteeAutism, children, training, Tree, Webinar, Youth

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a very common developmental disability, impacting one in 54 children. What is true for one child with autism may not be true for another, as the spectrum varies in its severity. While it is a lifelong condition, its social, communicative, and behavioral challenges—and needs—may vary as time progresses. Click here

Sarpy County, Nebraska CASA

Sarpy County CASA: Advocating for foster children in Nebraska

Sarpy County, Nebraska CASA

Sarpy County CASA: Advocating for foster children in Nebraska

Anxiety in Kids and Teens 101

Managing Grief and Loss

Recognizing and Treating Anxiety Disorders in Adults

CASA Court Report Writing Made Easy(ish)

CASA Court Report Writing Made Easy(ish)

Collaborating with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Interpreters

Child Abuse and Neglect 101

Recognizing Trauma in Adults and Young People

Navigating Autism Through Childhood Years