CHJC

Virtual Foster Parent/Kinship Informational Session
2024-10-17 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join Us to Become a Foster Parent Today!
Are you ready to make a difference in a child’s life? 💙
CHJC is hosting a FREE virtual Foster Parent/Kinship Informational Session to help answer your questions and show you how you can provide a loving home for a child in need.
Thursday, October 17th, 2024, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
via Teams – Meeting ID: 232 171 968 783
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can support foster children and families in our community!
For more information, visit our website at www.chjc.org or contact our recruitment team at 315-777-9700.
Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Free Virtual Foster Parent/Kinship Informational Session
2024-09-20 18:00 - 19:00
Join Us!
Interested in becoming a foster parent? Now’s your chance!
We’re hosting a FREE Virtual Foster Parent/Kinship Informational Session on Thursday, September 19, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. Learn how you can make a difference in a child’s life.
For more info, visit our website or contact our recruiter:
www.chjc.org | 315-777-9700
#FosterCare #CHJC #MakeADifference #FosterParents #VirtualEvent

Guiding Futures: The Children's Home Joring Experience
2024-08-17 10:00 - 16:00 | 10th Mountain Division & Fort Drum M, P2509 Col Reade Road, Fort Drum, NY, 13602, United States
Guiding Futures: The Children’s Home Joring Experience

Join us for an exciting Siberian Husky joring demonstration, where you’ll witness these magnificent dogs in action and learn about the thrilling sport of joring and mushing.

Our event will include comprehensive education on essential commands, the specialized gear and equipment used, and crucial safety precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for both dogs and handlers.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see Siberian Huskies at their best and gain valuable insights into the world of joring!

Free Virtual Foster Parent/Kinship Informational Session
2024-08-15 18:00 - 19:00
Are you interested in making a difference in a child’s life? Join us for a free virtual Foster Parent/Kinship Informational Session hosted by CHJC! This is the perfect opportunity to learn about becoming a foster parent or kinship caregiver and how you can provide a safe and supportive environment for children in need.

During this session, you’ll get all the information you need about the process, the support available to foster parents, and the impact you can make in your community. Whether you’re ready to take the first step or just curious to learn more, we welcome you to join us.

Don’t miss this chance to explore how you can be a positive force in a child’s life!

Join us and start your journey to becoming a foster parent today!

Microsoft TeamsMeeting ID: 232 171 968 783Passcode: [REDACTED]

CHJC Annual Golf Tournament - Celebrating 165 Years
2024-08-12 08:30 - 17:00 | Highland Meadows Golf Club, 24201 NY 342, Watertown, 13601, United States
We’re delighted to announce the 2024 CHJC Annual Golf Tournament, marking CHJC’s 165th Anniversary, scheduled for Monday, August 12, 2024, at the beautiful Highland Meadows Golf Club in Watertown, New York. Last year, our generous sponsors played a monumental role in raising over $50,000. All funds raised are dedicated exclusively to funding CHJC’s SoZo Teen Center.
For any inquiries or additional information, please reach out to Kristy Auman, Marketing and Events Coordinator, at 315-777-9600, or by email at kauman@chjc.org. Your support is pivotal to our endeavors, and we sincerely hope we can count on your partnership.

CHJC PARTNERS WITH TULLY’S, WATERTOWN FOR FUNDRAISING EVENT TO SUPPORT THE SOZO TEEN CENTER
2024-07-23 11:00 - 23:30 | Tully’s Good Times, 1050 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States
Tully’s Coupon
CHJC PARTNERS WITH TULLY’S, WATERTOWN FOR FUNDRAISING EVENT TO SUPPORT THE SOZO TEEN CENTER
Watertown, New York (June 7, 2024) – The Children’s Home of Jefferson County (CHJC) is excited to announce a fundraising partnership with Tully’s Good Times in Watertown. This special event will take place on July 23, 2024, at Tully’s located at 1050 Arsenal Street.
From store open to store close on this day, Tully’s will generously donate 10% of all purchases made by our supporters to CHJC in support of our SoZo Teen Center. This is a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy a great meal, and contribute to a worthy cause.
To ensure that your purchase is counted towards the fundraiser, all supporters must present a printed coupon at the time of their visit. Coupons are conveniently available at all CHJC locations, on CHJC’s events page at www.chjc.org, attached to this press release, and on Tully’s fundraising page at TullysGoodTimes.com (opens in a new tab). Additionally, you may email Kristy Auman, Marketing and Events Coordinator, to arrange to have a coupon emailed to you.
Join us on July 23rd at Tully’s, Watertown, and help make a difference in our community. Your participation will directly support the initiatives at the SoZo Teen Center, providing a safe and nurturing environment for our teens.
For more information, please contact Kristy Auman at 315-777-9600 or kauman@chjc.org.
About CHJC
The Children’s Home of Jefferson County (CHJC) provides comprehensive services to children, youth, and families in our community. Our programs aim to foster a supportive and nurturing environment, empowering individuals to reach their full potential.
About Tully’s Good Times
Tully’s Good Times is a family-friendly sports bar and restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere, great food, and community involvement. Tully’s is committed to supporting local organizations and giving back to the community.
For more information about CHJC and its programs and services, please visit www.chjc.org. Follow CHJC on social media @NNYChildrensHome.
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Virtual Foster Parent/Kinship Informational Session
2024-07-18 18:00 - 19:00
Curious about fostering? Join us for our upcoming informational session!
Whether you’re considering fostering, offering respite care, or exploring kinship options, we’ve got you covered.
Our next session will take place virtually on Thursday, July 18th at 6:00 pm, and will continue to take place every third Thursday of each month.
Come dive into discussions about the rewarding journey of fostering. Our next round of certification classes will begin late summer or early fall! It’s never too late to embark on this incredible adventure of love and support.
Come learn, connect, and make a difference!
Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 232 171 968 783
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Red Cross Blood Drive
2024-06-25 08:30 - 12:30 | Children’s Home of Jefferson County, 1704 State Street, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States
We’re excited to extend a warm invitation to you for our upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive. This event is not only an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of others but also a chance for our community to come together in support of a vital cause.
Your generous donation can save lives and make a real difference in our community. Plus, it’s a chance to connect with colleagues and neighbors while giving back.
Click the link to schedule your donation today!
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=CHJC

Foster Parent Virtual Information Session
2024-06-20 18:00 - 19:00
Curious about fostering? Join us for our upcoming informational session!
Whether you’re considering fostering, offering respite care, or exploring kinship options, we’ve got you covered. Our next session will take place virtually on Thursday, June 20th at 6:00 PM, and will continue to be held every third Thursday of each month.
Come dive into discussions about the rewarding journey of fostering. Our next round of certification classes will start toward the end of August! It’s never too late to embark on this incredible adventure of love and support.
Come learn, connect, and make a difference! ❤️
Connect with us via Teams
Meeting ID: 232 171 968 783
Passcode: [REDACTED]
#FosterCare #InformationalSession #JoinUs #MakeADifference #LoveAndSupport

Unlocking Potential: Understanding the IEP Process
2024-05-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Children’s Home of Jefferson County, 1704 State Street, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States
CHJC’s Family Permanency Program (FPP) is teaming with the Family and Community Engagement Center (FACE) to host an insightful seminar designed to demystify the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process for school-age children. Whether you’re an educator, an agency representative, or a concerned family member, this seminar offers valuable knowledge and strategies to navigate the IEP journey effectively.
Click the link to register by May 2!
https://forms.gle/T2h1ssaHnsn8xn1g6

CHJC Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A Watertown
2024-03-21 16:00 - 20:00 | Chick-fil-A Watertown, 1290 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States
We’re excited to announce that Chick-fil-A is hosting a special CHJC Spirit Night on Thursday, March 21st!

Join us between 4:00 and 8:00 pm to enjoy your favorite meal while supporting an amazing cause.

Ten percent of each purchase made during this time will be generously donated to CHJC, helping us continue our mission of making a difference in our community.

But that’s not all – our Foster Care recruitment team will also be on-site, ready to share information and answer any questions for those interested in changing a youth’s life by becoming a foster parent.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and let’s make this Spirit Night one to remember! See you there!

Virtual Treatment Parent Information Night
2024-03-12 18:30 - 19:30
CHJC’s Foster Care Recruitment Team is hosting a special virtual information night, and we’d love for you to join! It’s all about spreading warmth and joy by learning how you can change a young person’s life as a foster parent.
Join us on March 12 at 6:30 pm for an evening filled with heart-to-heart conversations and inspiring stories. Discover the magic of fostering and how it can fill your life with love and purpose.
Together, we’ll explore the journey of fostering, share laughs, and maybe shed a tear or two (happy ones, of course!). It’s a chance to connect, learn, and make a real difference in our community.
So, grab your favorite cozy spot, and a cup of tea, and join us for this special event. Let’s create brighter futures and spread love one heart at a time!
Can’t wait to see you there!

Red Cross Blood Drive
2024-02-28 12:00 - 17:00
Join us in making a life-saving difference!

Our blood drive is back on February 28, from 12:00 to 5:00 pm at our State Street Campus gymnasium.

Your donation can mean the world to someone in need.

Sign up now to secure your spot and be a hero!

https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results… (opens in a new tab)

#BloodDrive (opens in a new tab) #SaveLives (opens in a new tab) #JoinUs (opens in a new tab)

Live Virtual Treatment Parent Information Night
2024-02-27 18:30 - 19:30
We’re excited to announce CHJC’s Live Virtual Treatment Parent Information Night on Tuesday, February 27th at 6:30 PM!
Join us for an enlightening session where you’ll learn firsthand how you can make a difference and discover how you can profoundly impact a child’s life by becoming a foster parent. Let’s embark on this journey of love and transformation together!

Live Virtual Treatment Parent Information Night
2024-02-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Online via Zoom
Join us in making a difference!

Ever wondered how you can be a beacon of hope and change a life? Here’s your chance to learn, contribute, and be part of something truly special!

Educate yourself about the incredible work being done to make a positive impact on lives. Spread the word far and wide, because together, our collective voice is a force for good!

For those feeling an extra special calling, consider becoming a treatment parent. It’s an opportunity to open your heart and home to a youth in need, providing love and support that can transform a life.

Let’s join forces, learn, share, and be the change we wish to see in the world. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate future!

Treatment Parent Virtual Information Session
2024-01-30 18:30 - 19:30
Urgent Call to Action! Our community needs caring hearts!
CHJC’s TFCO Recruitment Team is urgently seeking foster homes.
Join our live virtual information night on January 30 at 6:30 PM via Zoom to learn how YOU can make a profound difference in a child’s life.
Let’s create loving homes together.

Virtual Treatment Parent Information Session
2024-01-02 18:30 - 19:30
Join us for an incredible opportunity to make a real difference!
We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Virtual Treatment Parent Information Night! It’s a chance to meet our amazing treatment team and discover how each one of us can play a pivotal role in transforming a child’s life.
This event isn’t just about information—it’s about empowerment. Learn how your support and involvement can be the guiding light for a child on their journey toward healing and growth.
Together, let’s create a community where every child feels supported, cherished, and empowered to thrive. Mark your calendars and join us for this special evening that promises to inspire and educate.
Spread the word and let’s make a collective impact! We can’t wait to see you there.

Virtual Foster Parent and Kinship Caregiver Information Session
2023-12-19 18:00 - 19:00
Agenda:

Welcome and Introduction to CHJC
Overview of Foster Parenting and Kinship Caregiving
Application Process and Training Requirements
Q&A Session

This information session is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the fostering and kinship caregiving journey. Whether you are just beginning to explore this rewarding path or have specific questions about the process, our team of experienced professionals will be available to guide you every step of the way.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83068755629?pwd=[REDACTED]

Treatment Parent Information Night
2023-12-05 18:30 - 19:30
Join your local TFCO team for an uplifting discussion on making this holiday season extra special for our local foster youth.
Discover the magic of our ‘Hope for the Holidays’ gift drive and meet the incredible team behind this heartwarming initiative.
Together, let’s spread joy far and wide, illuminating the lives of these deserving youth.
Feeling inspired? Explore the possibility of becoming a treatment parent yourself! Every effort, big or small, contributes to creating a brighter, warmer holiday for these incredible kids.
Let’s make this season one filled with hope, love, and compassion! Join us in making a difference.
Click the Zoom link below to join!
https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/93234277236?pwd=[REDACTED]

Treatment Parent Live Information Night
2023-11-21 18:30 - 19:30
Come be a part of something truly heartwarming! Join your local TFCO team for an uplifting discussion on how we can make this holiday season extra special for local foster youth. Discover the magic of our ‘Hope for the Holidays’ gift drive, get to know the incredible team behind it all, and help us spread the joy far and wide. If you’re feeling inspired, explore the possibility of becoming a treatment parent yourself—because every effort, big or small, contributes to creating a brighter, warmer holiday for these deserving youth.

Greater Watertown - North Country Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
2023-11-15 17:00 - 19:00 | CHJC – Empsall’s Building, 122 Court St, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States
Join CHJC and co-sponsor Neighbors of Watertown!

Win big! Business card drop! Grow your network! Hors D ‘Oeuvres, cash bar, and music! $10 for Chamber Members (advance pricing), $15 for non-members.

Treatment Parent Information Session
2023-11-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Online via Zoom
“Join us in brightening the holidays for local foster youth!
Learn about our holiday gift drive “Hope for the Holidays,” meet the team, help spread the word, and even become a treatment parent yourself.

CHJC to Host a Red Cross Blood Drive
2023-10-26 08:30 - 12:30 | CHJC – Empsall’s Building, 122 Court St, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States

Live Virtual Treatment Parent Information Session
2023-10-24 18:30 - 19:30
Learn how you can be the change in a youth’s life!
Meet the treatment team and ask questions!

Trunk-or-Treat
2023-10-13 16:00 - 19:00 | JB Wise Pavilion, JB Wise Place, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States
CHJC is excited to partner with The Youth Alliance of Jefferson County to host a Trunk-or-Treat event to fill a trunk with hygiene items! Each participant who donates a hygiene item will be offered face painting! There will be candy and fun for the kids!

Treatment Parent Information Night
2023-10-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Online via Zoom
Learn how you can help change a life and meet the treatment care team!

Educate yourself, spread the word, volunteer, or become a treatment parent yourself!

TFCO Live Information Night
2023-09-26 18:30 - 19:30
Learn how you can help change a life and meet the treatment care team!
Educate yourself, spread the word, volunteer, or become a treatment parent yourself.

FREE Virtual Foster Parent/Kinship Caregiver Information Session
2023-09-25 17:00 - 18:00
Join CHJC’s Fostering Futures Recruitment and Training Specialist, Karli Kukula, for a FREE Virtual Informational Session. Ask questions, meet the team, and learn more about how you can be a positive change in a youth’s life by becoming a foster parent!

Men's Group
2023-09-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Community Clinic of Jefferson County, 211 JB Wise Place, Watertown, NY, 13601, United States
CHJC’s Community Clinic of Jefferson County (CCJC) will be offering a new group geared toward men who are aged 18 and older. This is an excellent opportunity to participate in a therapeutic group setting where masculinity can be explored while getting support from peers. If you are a client of the Community Clinic of Jefferson, you may be eligible to participate and are encouraged to get a referral from your clinician.
Topics that will be explored include:
➡What makes a person a man?
➡Masculinity in relationships
➡Rigid boundaries
➡Emotionally distancing
➡Fatherhood
➡Types of parenting styles
➡How Fatherhood is important for child development
➡Coping skills
➡Brainstorming masculine interests, and how they can be used as a coping skill.
➡Masculinity expectations in society and the media
Groups are excellent opportunities for clients to get supplemental therapy, challenge behaviors, and create unity. If you are interested in joining or learning more, please call 315-782-7445.
Groups will meet each Thursday, beginning September 21, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm, at CHJC’s Community Clinic of Jefferson County (CCJC), at 211 JB Wise Place in Watertown.

TFCO Virtual Information Session
2023-09-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Online via Zoom
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Learn how you can help change a life & meet the TFCO team!

Educate yourself, spread the word, volunteer, or become a Treatment Parent yourself.
