Residential Child Care Project, Cornell University

Congratulations to this group of trainers who just completed their TCIS Designing Refresher Training at the Muskegon ISD with Cindy and Andrea June 11-12. Thank you all for the wonderful discussions and great presentations of the refresher activities. It sounded like many of you would be using these activities soon in your schools. We hope everyone will find them helpful and engaging.

In Cincinnati, Amin and Cindy had the pleasure of leading a TCI Training of Trainers with this fabulous group April 27-May 1. Congratulations to this new cohort of trainers!

The latest issue of the Scottish Journal of Residential Care is now available! Click below to read.

Scottish Journal of Residential Child Care Vol 25 No 1 Welcome to the spring 2026 issue of the Scottish Journal of Residential Child Care (SJRCC). It is a very full issue, with the usual mix of long-form original research papers, short articles, and book reviews.

This small yet experienced group of TCI trainers gathered for the Update Documentation: Incident Reports in Brisbane with Fiona. Claire and Libby joined in the learning to round out the group. Thanks for your insights as we discussed how you can use this curriculum to support the work within your organisations!

Join us in Edmonton, AB, CANADA for an exciting in-person event focused on improving quality care. Connect with passionate professionals, share experiences, and explore new ideas to elevate care standards. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to grow, learn, and make lasting connections in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Let's inspire the change. Together.

Location: Fantasyland Hotel Edmonton, AB

Date/Time: Monday, Jun 1, 2026 at 11 am to Wednesday, Jun 3, 2026 at 4 pm

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Today (May 7th) is International Thank a Youth Worker Day! We would like to take the time to appreciate all of those who work with youth. You all play an important role in shaping the lives of youth which in turn shapes the future. Thank you for all that you do!

To learn more about International Thank a Youth Worker Day, visit the website below.

About TAYWD - National Association for Child & Youth Care Professionals, Inc. The National Association for Child & Youth Care Professionals, Inc. is a membership organization of state and regional associations, child & youth care agencies, and professionals.

In conjunction with Safeguards, on April 23-24, Kelly and Shawn had the opportunity to facilitate a TCI for Complex Needs and Neurodiversity Update with an amazing group of trainers from Waypoints, Key Assets, and BrightIsle. There was great enthusiasm for the topic and everyone seemed excited to bring their learnings back to their respective organizations.

Kelly and Amin were in Concord, NH on April 8-9. This group of folks from a collective of agencies in NH were highly engaged and excited to come together to improve the system of care in NH.

A wonderful two days spent with this group of experienced TCI Trainers who gathered for the Update: Designing Refresher Training in Melbourne with Eddie and Fiona. Thanks for sharing your ideas and insights - we look forward to hearing who you put "25, 25, 50" into action!!

These seasoned trainers had great discussions during the Coaching and Feedback one day update in Cincinnati!