Upcoming Events
Trauma Competent Caregiver Training
Trauma Competent Caregiver Course: Empowering Compassionate Care at Westside
At Westside, we are committed to meeting people in their place of pain, and because we know that trauma impacts so many, we offer a one-day Trauma Competent Caregiver course. This training is for anyone who wants to demonstrate compassion, love, and empathy to their community.
This one-day training offers insight into the impact of trauma on individuals and how it manifests in attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. You will leave this workshop with helpful techniques and approaches to care for individuals who have experienced trauma.
RE: Conference for Foster, Adoptive, Kinship Care Givers
Escape the chaos of everyday life and experience real encouragement alongside a community that truly gets it. RE: Conference is designed specifically for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents—a space to be refreshed, equipped, and reminded that you're not alone.
What to Expect:
Powerful keynote speakers
40+ breakout sessions to choose from
Pampering stations & quiet spaces
1:1 coaching available
Man Cave & meet-ups
Giveaways throughout the event
Earn training credits
Registration
$89 — Regular pricing (Dec 1 – Jan 31)
$109 — Late pricing (Feb 1 – Feb 21)
Care Groups Launch • Spring 2026
Spring Care Group Launch: Embrace Healing & Freedom at Westside
January 11 - April 7 | WFC Lenexa 217, 218, 219, 201, Community Room & WFC Speedway Room 12
Care groups offer a place of healing for those who need extra support and resources to overcome the barriers in their relationship with God and others. Westside is committed to engaging with people in their healing journey so they can find the fullness of the freedom available through a relationship with Jesus. Care Groups are supportive environments designed to help you find encouragement and accountability in addressing emotional, behavioral, and spiritual challenges.
Care Groups are supportive environments designed to help you find encouragement and accountability in addressing emotional, behavioral, and spiritual challenges.