Roots and Wings: Central and Southern Adoptive Dads’ Collective (Virtual Meeting)
2026-01-12 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom
Roots and Wings: Central and Southern Dads’ Collective (Virtual Meeting)
Welcome to the Roots and Wings Dads’ Collective, a virtual support group for our Koinonia fathers in our Southern and Central California regions.
This recurring online gathering is a welcoming space where dads can share their stories, offer support, and explore the unique adventures of fatherhood. We’ll meet virtually Mondays and Tuesdays, making it easy to join from the comfort of your own home.
Come be part of a supportive network that helps you nurture strong roots for your family and lift up each other as you help your kids soar.
Date and Time
January 12, 20267:00 PM – 8:00 PM

To join and receive session details, please contact Matt Cuarenta at mcuarenta@kfh.org

TBRI® Caregiver Training Series
2026-01-13 10:00 - 12:00
Join Us for Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)® Caregiver Training!
TBRI® is designed to meet the complex needs of children who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. This training equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can heal and thrive.
Embark on a transformative journey with this comprehensive eight-week series, administered once a week on Tuesday Mornings:
January 13th - Introduction & Overview: Session 1January 20th - Introduction & Overview: Session 2January 27th - Connecting Principle: Session 3February 3rd - Connecting Principle: Session 4February 10th - Empowering Principle: Session 5February 17th - Empowering Principle: Session 6February 24th - Correcting Principle: Session 7March 3rd - Correcting Principle: Session 8
To receive credit for TBRI® Training, you must attend all of the sessions.
Might miss a session? No worries! You can make it up in a future planned series.
Date and Time
1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3 10 AM – 12 PM
Sessions are currently being held via Zoom.
Are your ready to make a difference in the lives of youth? Register now to secure your place in this training series!

Register Now

If you do not see the "Register Now" button above, click here to register.

Virtual Orientation – Bakersfield
2026-01-13 18:00 - 20:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Bakersfield, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date, Location and Time
January 13, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Stephanie Jimerson or sign up here

Phone: (661) 833-4483 ext 2115
Email: sjimerson@kfh.org

Our Bakersfield office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in Kern County.

Roots and Wings: Central and Southern Adoptive Dads’ Collective (Virtual Meeting)
2026-01-13 19:00
Roots and Wings: Central and Southern Dads’ Collective (Virtual Meeting)
Welcome to the Roots and Wings Dads’ Collective, a virtual support group for our Koinonia fathers in our Southern and Central California regions.
This recurring online gathering is a welcoming space where dads can share their stories, offer support, and explore the unique adventures of fatherhood. We’ll meet virtually Mondays and Tuesdays, making it easy to join from the comfort of your own home.
Come be part of a supportive network that helps you nurture strong roots for your family and lift up each other as you help your kids soar.
Date and Time
January 13, 2026
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

To join and receive session details, please contact Matt Cuarenta at mcuarenta@kfh.org

TBRI® Caregiver Training Series
2026-01-14 10:00 - 12:00
Join Us for Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)® Caregiver Training!
TBRI® is designed to meet the complex needs of children who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. This training equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can heal and thrive.
Embark on a transformative journey with this comprehensive eight-week series, administered once a week on Wednesday Mornings:
January 14th - Introduction & Overview: Session 1January 21st - Introduction & Overview: Session 2January 28th - Connecting Principle: Session 3February 4th - Connecting Principle: Session 4February 11th - Empowering Principle: Session 5February 18th - Empowering Principle: Session 6February 25th - Correcting Principle: Session 7March 4th - Correcting Principle: Session 8
To receive credit for TBRI® Training, you must attend all of the sessions.
Might miss a session? No worries! You can make it up in a future planned series.
Date and Time
1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/410 AM – 12 PM
Sessions are currently being held via Zoom.
Are your ready to make a difference in the lives of youth? Register now to secure your place in this training series!

Register Now

If you do not see the "Register Now" button above, click here to register.

Virtual Orientation – San Bernardino
2026-01-14 15:00 - 17:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In San Bernardino California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
January 14, 2026
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Amanda Wagenbach.

Phone: (909) 890-2381
Email: awagenbach@kfh.org

Our San Bernardino office provides foster care and child adoption in San Bernardino, Riverside, and Los Angeles county.

Virtual Orientation – Gardena
2026-01-14 17:30 - 19:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In The Los Angeles Area!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Location and Time
January 14, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Gabriel Ortiz

Phone: (310) 217-0930
Email: gortiz@kfh.org

Our Gardena office provides foster care and adoption services to families residing in Los Angeles County.

Orientation Training – Loomis (Virtual)
2026-01-15 16:00 - 18:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Sacramento and Loomis, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
January 15, 2026
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Currently the orientation training location is TBD.
To RSVP and receive materials needed prior to the orientation, please contact Donna Aleccia

Phone: (916) 652-5814 ext. 1117
Email: daleccia@kfh.org

Our Loomis office provides foster care and child adoption in the greater Sacramento and Placer regions.

Virtual Orientation – Temecula
2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Temecula California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
January 20, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom

To RSVP and receive meeting details, please contact Genee Johnson

Email: gjohnson@kfh.org
Phone: (951) 587-4165 ext. 3800

Our Temecula office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families in Riverside County.

Virtual Orientation – Lancaster
2026-01-21 17:30 - 19:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Lancaster California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
January 21, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Tabitha Fabian

Phone: (661) 273-8122
Email: tfabian@kfh.org

Our Lanmailto:jsilva@kfh.orgcaster office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in Los Angeles county.

Virtual Orientation – San Bernardino
2026-01-28 15:00 - 17:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In San Bernardino California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
January 28, 2026
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Amanda Wagenbach.

Phone: (310) 217-0930
Email: awagenbach@kfh.org

Our San Bernardino office provides foster care and child adoption in San Bernardino, Riverside, and Los Angeles county.

Virtual Orientation - Fresno (By Appointment Only)
2026-02-02 18:00 - 20:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Fresno, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time (By Appointment Only)
February 2, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To make an appointment and schedule a virtual meeting, please contact Mona Kuhlemeier

Phone: (559) 635-8926 ext. 2403
Email: mkuhlemeier@kfh.org

Our Fresno office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in Fresno & Madera County.

Virtual Orientation – San Diego
2026-02-02 18:00 - 20:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In San Diego, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
February 2, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To register for this meeting, please contact Alejandra Sanchez

Phone: (619) 326-4222 ext. 3911
Email: asanchez@kfh.org

Our San Diego office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in San Diego county.

Virtual Orientation – Temecula
2026-02-03 18:30 - 20:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Temecula California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
February 3, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom

To RSVP and receive meeting details, please contact Genee Johnson

Email: gjohnson@kfh.org
Phone: (951) 587-4165 ext. 3800

Our Temecula office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families in Riverside County.

Virtual Orientation – San Bernardino
2026-02-04 15:00 - 17:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In San Bernardino California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
February 4, 2026
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Flor Gamez.

Phone: (909) 890-2381
Email: fgamez@kfh.org

Our San Bernardino office provides foster care and child adoption in San Bernardino, Riverside, and Los Angeles county.

TBRI® Caregiver Training Series
2026-02-07 08:00 - 12:00
Join Us for Trust-Based Relational Intervention
® (TBRI)® Caregiver Training!
TBRI® is designed to meet the complex needs of children who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. This training equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can heal and thrive.
Embark on a transformative journey with this comprehensive eight-week series, administered once a week on Saturday Mornings:
February 7th - Introduction & Overview: Session 1February 14th - Connecting Principle: Session 2February 21st - Empowering Principle: Session 3February 28th - Correcting Principle: Session 4
To receive credit for TBRI® Training, you must attend all of the sessions.
Might miss a session? No worries! You can make it up in a future planned series.
Date and Time
2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/288 AM – 12 PM
Sessions are currently being held via Zoom.
Are your ready to make a difference in the lives of youth? Register now to secure your place in this training series!

Register Now

If you do not see the "Register Now" button above, click here to register.

Private Adoption Session
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00
Learn More About Private Adoption in California!
In June of 2022, Koinonia Family Services obtained their full-service adoption license and has been offering private adoption services since that time. Private adoption is when the biological parent(s) voluntarily make an adoption plan for their child. Private adoption also involves the adoption of older children by relatives or friends that the biological parent(s) knows and considers to be family.
Koinonia is able to help facilitate domestic adoptions (within the United States) and services including adoption home study assessments, post-placement supervision, interstate placements via ICPC processing, and stepparent investigations.
Date and Time
February 10, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
We are currently holding information sessions via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact our Adoption Administration Department.

Email: adoptionadmin@kfh.org

Koinonia is licensed to serve families in all 58 counties through domestic private adoption.

Virtual Orientation – Bakersfield
2026-02-10 18:00 - 20:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Bakersfield, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date, Location and Time
February 10, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Stephanie Jimerson or sign up here

Phone: (661) 833-4483 ext 2115
Email: sjimerson@kfh.org

Our Bakersfield office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in Kern County.

Virtual Orientation – Gardena
2026-02-11 17:30 - 19:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In The Los Angeles Area!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Location and Time
February 11, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Gabriel Ortiz

Phone: (310) 217-0930
Email: gortiz@kfh.org

Our Gardena office provides foster care and adoption services to families residing in Los Angeles County.

Orientation Training – Loomis (Virtual)
2026-02-12 16:00 - 18:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Sacramento and Loomis, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
February 12, 2026
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Currently the orientation training location is TBD.
To RSVP and receive materials needed prior to the orientation, please contact Donna Aleccia

Phone: (916) 652-5814 ext. 1117
Email: daleccia@kfh.org

Our Loomis office provides foster care and child adoption in the greater Sacramento and Placer regions.

Virtual Orientation – Temecula & San Bernardino
2026-02-17 18:30 - 20:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Temecula and San Bernardino California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
February 17, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom

To RSVP and receive meeting details, please contact Genee Johnson

Email: gjohnson@kfh.org
Phone: (951) 587-4165 ext. 3800

Our Temecula office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families in Riverside County.

Virtual Orientation – Lancaster
2026-02-18 17:30 - 19:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Lancaster California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
February 18, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Tabitha Fabian

Phone: (661) 273-8122
Email: tfabian@kfh.org

Our Lancaster office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in Los Angeles county.

TBRI® Caregiver Training Series
2026-03-10 18:00 - 20:00
Join Us for Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI)® Caregiver Training!
TBRI® is designed to meet the complex needs of children who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. This training equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can heal and thrive.
Embark on a transformative journey with this comprehensive eight-week series, administered once a week on Tuesday Evenings:
March 10th - Introduction & Overview: Session 1March 17th - Introduction & Overview: Session 2March 24th - Connecting Principle: Session 3March 31st - Connecting Principle: Session 4April 7th - Empowering Principle: Session 5April 14th - Empowering Principle: Session 6April 21th - Correcting Principle: Session 7April 28th - Correcting Principle: Session 8
To receive credit for TBRI® Training, you must attend all of the sessions.
Might miss a session? No worries! You can make it up in a future planned series.
Date and Time
3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/286 PM – 8 PM
Sessions are currently being held via Zoom.
Are your ready to make a difference in the lives of youth? Register now to secure your place in this training series!

Register Now

If you do not see the "Register Now" button above, click here to register.

Virtual Orientation – Bakersfield
2026-03-10 18:00 - 20:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Bakersfield, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date, Location and Time
March 10, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Stephanie Jimerson or sign up here

Phone: (661) 833-4483 ext 2115
Email: sjimerson@kfh.org

Our Bakersfield office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in Kern County.

Virtual Orientation – Gardena
2026-03-11 17:30 - 19:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In The Los Angeles Area!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Location and Time
March 11, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Gabriel Ortiz

Phone: (310) 217-0930
Email: gortiz@kfh.org

Our Gardena office provides foster care and adoption services to families residing in Los Angeles County.

Orientation Training – Loomis (Virtual)
2026-03-12 16:00 - 18:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Sacramento and Loomis, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
March 12, 2026
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Currently the orientation training location is TBD.
To RSVP and receive materials needed prior to the orientation, please contact Donna Aleccia

Phone: (916) 652-5814 ext. 1117
Email: daleccia@kfh.org

Our Loomis office provides foster care and child adoption in the greater Sacramento and Placer regions.

Private Adoption Session
2026-03-17 12:00 - 13:00
Learn More About Private Adoption in California!
In June of 2022, Koinonia Family Services obtained their full-service adoption license and has been offering private adoption services since that time. Private adoption is when the biological parent(s) voluntarily make an adoption plan for their child. Private adoption also involves the adoption of older children by relatives or friends that the biological parent(s) knows and considers to be family.
Koinonia is able to help facilitate domestic adoptions (within the United States) and services including adoption home study assessments, post-placement supervision, interstate placements via ICPC processing, and stepparent investigations.
Date and Time
March 17, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
We are currently holding information sessions via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact our Adoption Administration Department.

Email: adoptionadmin@kfh.org

Koinonia is licensed to serve families in all 58 counties through domestic private adoption.

Virtual Orientation – Lancaster
2026-03-18 17:30 - 19:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Lancaster California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
March 18, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Tabitha Fabian

Phone: (661) 273-8122
Email: tfabian@kfh.org

Our Lanmailto:jsilva@kfh.orgcaster office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in Los Angeles county.

Virtual Orientation – Bakersfield
2026-04-07 18:00 - 20:00
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Bakersfield, California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date, Location and Time
April 7, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom
To RSVP and receive virtual meeting details, please contact Stephanie Jimerson or sign up here

Phone: (661) 833-4483 ext 2115
Email: sjimerson@kfh.org

Our Bakersfield office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families residing in Kern County.

Virtual Orientation – Temecula & San Bernardino
2026-04-07 18:30 - 20:30
Learn More About Foster Care and Adoption In Temecula and San Bernardino California!
You will learn about:
Foster Care and Adoption Process
Elements of the Home Study Process
Court and Foster Care Systems
Overview of Home Safety Review and Requirements
Permanency and Placement Matching
Date and Time
April 7, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
We are currently holding orientations via Zoom

To RSVP and receive meeting details, please contact Genee Johnson

Email: gjohnson@kfh.org
Phone: (951) 587-4165 ext. 3800

Our Temecula office provides quality foster care and adoption services to families in Riverside County.
