Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association

MOCARE class, online
2026-07-30 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | MO
MOCARE, Missouri Caregiver and Adoption Resource Education, is Missouri’s required 30-hour training for individuals and families interested in becoming foster parents. This course covers topics including trauma-informed parenting, attachment, grief and loss, creating safe and stable environments, and more.

This session will be held online.
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com.

MOCARE class, in person
2026-08-01 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 16:30 | CMFCAA HQ, 1704 Christy Ct, Jefferson City, 65101
MOCARE, Missouri Caregiver and Adoption Resource Education, is Missouri’s required 30-hour training for individuals and families interested in becoming foster parents. This course covers topics including trauma-informed parenting, attachment, grief and loss, creating safe and stable environments, and more.
This session will be held in person at CMFCAA’s Jefferson City office.
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com.

Boone County Traveling Trunk
2026-08-04 10:00 - 18:00 | CMFCAA Columbia Office, 3620 Interstate 70 Drive SE C, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Boone County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families are invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
This stop will be held from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at CMFCAA Columbia, 3620 I-70 Drive SE, Suite B, in Columbia.
Back-to-School Care Pack distribution will also be available.

Creating a Village - Virtual Support Group
2026-08-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-18 19:00 - 20:00 | MO

Info Session - Online
2026-08-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-25 18:00 - 19:00 | MO
Our 1-hour info session will give you insight into what it’s like to be a foster parent in Missouri! We’ll discuss factors to help you decide whether or not now is the right time to open your home to youth in need. We’ll break down stereotypes, debunk misconceptions, and consider how expectations about foster parenting compare to reality.
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com.

Texas County Traveling Trunk
2026-08-06 10:30 - 14:30 | Houston Health Department, 950 N. Highway 63, Houston, MO, 65483, United States
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Texas County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families are invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
This stop will be held from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Houston Health Department, 950 N. Highway 63 in Houston.
Back-to-School Care Pack distribution will also be available.

Caregiver Training Class l Virtual
2026-08-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-20 09:00 - 16:00 | MO
Have a established relationship with a child? take our caregiver class! this 9 hour certified state mandated training for kinship/relative resource providers helps individuals gain practical tools and guidance to meet the unique needs of a child while navigating the child welfare system
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com.

Rooted Family Conference
2026-08-10 08:00 - 17:00 | The Cove at Lodge of the Four Seasons, Osage Beach
CMFCAA’s Rooted Family Conference begins Monday, Aug. 10, at The Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark.
Rooted is designed to bring families together for learning, connection and encouragement through shared experiences, helpful resources and time to recharge.
Please note: All participants for this year’s conference have already been selected, and there are no openings available.
Monday’s schedule includes conference arrival, check-in, opening activities, vendor time, a welcome session and dinner.

Camden County Traveling Trunk
2026-08-10 08:00 - 2026-08-13 17:00 | The Cove at Lodge of the Four Seasons, Osage Beach
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Camden County during the CMFCAA Rooted Conference.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families across central Missouri. This stop will be available during Rooted, held Monday, Aug. 10-Thursday, Aug. 13, at The Lodge of Four Seasons, 315 Four Seasons Drive in Lake Ozark.

Rooted Family Conference
2026-08-11 08:00 - 17:00 | The Cove at Lodge of the Four Seasons, Osage Beach
CMFCAA’s Rooted Family Conference brings families together for learning, connection and encouragement.
All participants for this year’s conference have already been selected, and there are no openings available.
Tuesday’s schedule includes breakfast, vendor time, breakout sessions, lunch, a general session with Bruce Scott on DiSC parenting styles, dinner, Cousin Danny and an ice cream social.

Rooted Family Conference
2026-08-12 08:00 - 17:00 | The Cove at Lodge of the Four Seasons, Osage Beach
CMFCAA’s Rooted Family Conference continues with another full day of learning, connection and family activities.
All participants for this year’s conference have already been selected, and there are no openings available.
Wednesday’s schedule includes breakfast, breakout sessions, lunch, a general session with Chef Brother Luck, dinner and a family movie night with snacks.

Rooted Family Conference
2026-08-13 08:00 - 17:00 | The Cove at Lodge of the Four Seasons, Osage Beach
CMFCAA’s Rooted Family Conference wraps up with breakfast, announcements, the Parade of Colors, door prize giveaways and lunch.
All participants for this year’s conference have already been selected, and there are no openings available.
Rooted was created to help families feel informed, encouraged and strengthened for the journey ahead.

Dallas County Traveling Trunk
2026-08-20 10:30 - 14:30 | Dallas County Park, 1600 N. Hickory, Buffalo, MO, 65622, United States
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Dallas County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families are invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
This stop will be held from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Dallas Community Park, 1600 N. Hickory in Buffalo.

Spaulding Training l Virtual
2026-08-21 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-22 09:00 - 14:00 | MO
Ready to move from foster care to adoption? attend our 12 hour certified , state-mandated training for prospective adoptive parents. for foster parents ready to take the next step into adoption, we provide the specialized training to guide you through the permanency process.
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com

(MO C.A.R.E Training certificate to attend this training)

CPR/FA Training Class l Jeff City
2026-08-22 09:00 - 16:00 | CMFCAA HQ, 1704 Christy Ct, Jefferson City, 65101
One session of our 6-hour certified first aid, AED and CPR training, where participants will help build safety skills that every caregiver needs!
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com.

Advocacy Self-Care Day: Financial Wellness
2026-08-22 14:00 - 16:00 | CMFCAA HQ, 1704 Christy Ct, Jefferson City, 65101
Join our Advocacy department as we continue the “Year of Self-Care”. This Month we will continue caring for ourselves by caring for our finances! For more information, refer to the flyer below!

Laclede County Traveling Trunk
2026-08-25 10:30 - 14:30 | Boswell Park, 51 Drury Lane, Lebanon, MO, United States
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Laclede County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families are invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
This stop will be held from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, at Boswell Park, 51 Drury Lane in Lebanon.

Traveling Trunk - Laclede County
2026-08-25 10:30 - 14:30 | Boswell Park, 51 Drury Lane, Lebanon, MO, United States
The Traveling Trunk is on the road!

Foster, adoptive and kinship families are invited to stop by and shop for free clothing, shoes, and other essentials at CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk.

TBRI Training l Virtiual
2026-08-25 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-27 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-01 17:30 - 20:30 | MO
Want to grow your parenting toolbox? Join us for a 21-hour course all about our transformative trauma-response approach that equips caregivers with connection based strategies to support healing and regulation.
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com

CPR/FA Training Class l Osage Beach
2026-08-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Central Missouri Foster Care and Adoption Association Osage Beach Office, 4427 Osage Beach Pkwy N,, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States

CMFCAA Homecoming dress pop up shop
2026-08-29 10:00 - 14:00 | CMFCAA’s Warehouse, 10 Enterprise Dr., Eldon, MO, 65020, United States
Saturday, August 29, 202610:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: CMFCAA’s Warehouse, 10 Enterprise Dr., Eldon, MO 65020

About This Event: Join us for a fun-filled day! Youth can come try on and select their perfect homecoming dress to take home. Treat yourself at on-site food trucks and visit our free mock hair and makeup styling stations to get fully inspired for homecoming!

Cost: FREE for foster, adoptive, and kinship families

For questions, contact Julie Fish at JulieFish@cmfcaa.com.

Cooper County Traveling Trunk
2026-09-03 | Boonville
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Cooper County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families will be invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
More details, including the exact time and location in Boonville, will be shared as they are confirmed.

Traveling Trunk - Cooper County
2026-09-03 10:30 - 14:30 | Rolling Hills Park, Softball Complex, 951 W Ashley Road, Boonville, MO, United States
