ACRC’s program committee makes recommendations about ongoing training and webinar topics and produces our renowned annual conference. Both the annual conference and the yearly direct care summit draw attendees from around the world to dive into clinical excellence and...
Events
Transitioned Aged Youth Affinity Group
It’s worrisome to think of the young people in our care transitioning to adulthood, perhaps without the supports many other emerging adults are provided. How are we preparing them for this inevitable next step? Strategies and questions are welcome in this TAY affinity...
Research Committee Meeting
ACRC’s research committee vets potential research projects and develops internal research. Recent initiatives have included EHRs (electronic health records) and serving CSEC (commercially sexually exploited) youth. The committee members may have research experience or...
Recreation Therapy Affinity Group
Many ACRC members utilize recreation staff as education, exercise, and therapeutic interventions for the young people in their programs. As these roles are specialized and unique, forming connections with other professionals in these roles can be extremely beneficial....
Anti-Racism Platform Meeting
Interested in joining this ACRC member meeting? Email Mollie.
ACRC Office Closed – Happy Holidays!
Residential Directors Affinity Group
Most organizations that provide residential interventions employ a solo residential director. This nuanced role has few peers with the same level of responsibility. Join ACRC's new affinity group to connect and engage with residential directors from across the country...
Replacing Coercive Interventions Affinity Group
Let’s continue to create cultures of care! Join ACRC members in ongoing conversations around replacing coercive strategies with trauma responsive interventions. While all organizations are further along the path to reducing and eliminating restraints, removing point...
ACRC Recreation Therapy Affinity Group
Many ACRC members utilize recreation staff as education, exercise, and therapeutic interventions for the young people in their programs. As these roles are specialized and unique, forming connections with other professionals in these roles can be extremely beneficial....
Anti-Racism Platform Meeting
To create an equitable society, we must commit to being antiracist in all aspects of our work. Whether you are starting with a personal journey or leading your organization through a transformation, we are providing resources and supports recommended by your ACRC...