2026 We Raise Hope Foster Parent Conference

The We Raise Hop Foster Parent Conference will take place February 27-28, 2026 at the Creekside Event Center in Gahanna, Ohio.

We’re looking forward to creating connections, supportive networks, and educational opportunities for all licensed foster parents alongside world class speakers and fantastic community partners for the third year in a row.

Please be sure to register by February 9th, 2026.  

Day 1 Trainings Include:

Discovering Wellness with Jane Schooler, B.A. in English; M.A. in Life Issues Counseling

Executive Functioning with Jayne Schooler, B.A. in English; M.A. in Life Issues Counseling

Greif & Loss in Foster Care with Kristen Santel, MSW, LISW-S

Caregivers on Point with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital

Engaging Primary Families with Tara Shook, BSW, LSW

Mindfulness & Meditation with Amy Knisley

Self-Care & Cross Stitch with Emily Carlier, MSW, LSW

Buckeye Ranch Caregiver Appreciation Dinner and Celebration to follow.

The We Raise Hop Foster Parent Conference will take place February 27-28, 2026 at the Creekside Event Center in Gahanna, Ohio.

We’re looking forward to creating connections, supportive networks, and educational opportunities for all licensed foster parents alongside world class speakers and fantastic community partners for the third year in a row.

Please be sure to register by February 9th, 2026.  

Day 2 Trainings Include:

Calming Boxes with Jayne Schooler, B.A. in English; M.A. in Life Issues Counseling

Somali Culture with Nafiso Jamale

Cultural Awareness in Foster Parenting with Asia Pope

Primary Family Panel