| ALASKA |
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Anchorage Let's Talk Meets 1st Wed./mo., 6:30-8:30 P.M. A faith based training & support group for foster & adoptive families. Spons. by Alaska Center for Resource Families. Tammy Keech 907 279-1803 or tkeech@nwresource.org ANCHORAGE |
Adopting Through OCS Classes offered monthly. Learn everything you need to know about adopting through the State of Alaska Office of Children's Services. Topics will include; ICWA laws, subsidies, legal free vs legal risk adoption, home studies & family preparation.
Brenda Ursel 1-800-478-7307 or bursel@nwresource.org ANCHORAGE, JUNEAU, FAIRBANKS, MAT-SU |
| ARIZONA |
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Exploring Adoption - West and North Valley, Phoenix Support Group 3rd Wed./mo., 6:30 P.M., Claim Jumper, 3063 W. Agua Fria Freeway (101 Freeway, Deer Valley Center). Spons. by RESOLVE of Arizona. Donnie Straus illbedmd@hotmail.com PHOENIX |
Exploring Adoption - East and South Valley, Phoenix Support Group 3rd Mon./mo., 6:30 P.M., California Pizza Kitchen (Tempe Marketplace), 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy. Spons. by RESOLVE of Arizona. Theresa MacKinnon taheese@cox.net PHOENIX |
| ARKANSAS |
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Adoption Information Meeting Jan. 12 6-7:30 P.M., Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, + upcoming opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Adoption programs in Russia, Ethiopia, & Honduras, available through Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services. www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 501-791-9300 or DillonAR@dillonadopt.com LITTLE ROCK |
Adoption Information Meeting Jan. 19, 6-7:30 P.M., Jones Ctr. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, + upcoming opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Adoption programs in Russia, Ethiopia, & Honduras, available through Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services. Spons. by Dillon Int'l. www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 501-791-9300 or DillonAR@dillonadopt.com SPRINGDALE |
| CALIFORNIA |
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Free Monthly Adoption Information Meetings Please contact us for meetings & locations.
Spons. by Sweet Beginnings Adoption Services Lisa Sweet RN 925 408-7699 or sweetbeginningsadoptions@yahoo.com EAST BAY |
Granite Bay Foster Adoption Orientation Meeting 3rd Wed./mo. Learn about the benefits of adopting a local child & the ins and outs of adopting a foster child. RSVP.
Spons. by Lilliput Children's Services. www.lilliput.org Lilliput Children's Services 916-789-9700 or swalston@lilliput.org GRANITE BAY |
Transracial Adoption Parenting Meets 1st Sat./mo., 12-2 P.M. Sponsored by Los Angeles Affiliate of the Southwest Region of RESOLVE. mwgearty@aol.com Molly & Bill or 323-255-0566 LOS ANGELES |
American Adoption Congress Annual National Conference Mar. 18-21, Sheraton Grand, 1230 J St. Voices of Adoption: Speaking our Truth, Restoring our Rights. AAC in conjunction with PACER. www.americanadoptioncongress.org/national_conferences.php Donnie Davis 916- 447-1700 or pdj27@aol.com SACRAMENTO |
"Fortune Cookies" Adoption Peer Led Support Group Every other Wed., 6:30-9 P.M. For those who are considering or are in the process of adopting a child. Spons. by San Diego affiliate of RESOLVE Southwest Region. Mary rupperts@cox.net SAN DIEGO COUNTY |
Touched by Adoption Adoptive families, adult adoptees, families waiting to adopt, & birthparents meet monthly, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., last Sat./mo., Jan.-Oct. Live Oak Family Resource Center, 1438 Capitola Road.
adoption@got.net SANTA CRUZ |
Foster-Adoptive Parenting Information Meeting Tues. evenings, 6-8 P.M. 1838 Eastman Ave. Suite 100. Information meetings on how to become a Foster-Adopt Parent! Open your heart & home to a child in need & help create lifelong connections through the power of family. Valerie Hoffman (805) 289-0120 or vhoffman@aspiranet.org VENTURA |
| COLORADO |
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National Adoption Day Celebration Nov. 12, 9 A.M. - 1 P.M., Adams County Justice Ctr, 1100 Judicial Ctr Dr. Adams County, in conjunction with the 17th Adams County Judicial District will be celebrating with our children & families. We anticipate finalizing approx. 20 adoptions. Edie Winters 303-412-5091 BRIGHTON |
Rocky Mountain Ethiopian Adoption Support Group Support group for families who have adopted or are in the process of adopting from Ethiopia. Meets 1st Tues. or Wed. each month (changes each month), 7-9 P.M., 899 Logan St.
misgriffvb@yahoo.com Kristi Griffith-Jones 303-425-4003 or shawn.rodda@gmail.com DENVER |
Free Hand In Hand Info Nights 3rd/Thurs every month. First Presbyterian Church, 531 S.College Ave. Thousands of children worldwide wait for families to call their own. Come learn about international adoption, country specific programs. RSVP required. Kimberly Morgan 970-226-8948 or coloradohih@msn.com FORT COLLINS |
| CONNECTICUT |
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FCA's Free Adoption Information Sessions Dec. 7, 7–9 P.M., Family & Children’s Agency, 151 New Park Ave. Learn about domestic & international adoption. Registration required. Darlene Cirilli 860-586-2365 or dcirilli@fcagency.org HARTFORD |
FCA's Free Adoption Information Sessions in Norwalk Dec. 10; 6:30–8:30 P.M., Family & Children’s Agency, 9 Mott Ave. Learn about domestic & international adoption.
Registration is required. Linda Hall 203-855-8765 or lhall@fcagency.org NORWALK |
General Adoption Information Meetings 1st Tues./mo., 7 P.M., Rocky Hill Office, 2139 Silas Deane Highway, Suite 201. Learn about your adoption options, both domestic and international. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of New England. Free, no obligation. Please call to reserve your space 24 hours in advance.
800-286-9889 ROCKY HILL |
Adoption: How to Get Started! First Thurs./mo., 7 P.M., Borders Books & Music stores in Waterford, Milford, and Manchester. A Connecticut Adoption and Family Services worker will explain different types of adoption and offer a step-by-step outline to adopting a child, Includes domestic, international, and adopting from foster care in CT.
www.ctadoptions.org Sandra Couillard 860-444-0553 or director@ctadoptions.org WATERFORD, MILFORD, MANCHESTER |
Adoption Information Meeting Dec. 2, 6:30-8:30 P.M., WHFC's office, 312 Park Rd., Ste 201. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption & meet our families & staff. Please register. www.whfc.org/events Amanda 860-570-1740 or acuevas@whfc.org WEST HARTFORD |
Free Adoption Information Meeting Held frequently. Learn about the adoption process. Need to register. Spons. by WHFC Christine Millette 860-570-1740 or cmillette@whfc.org WEST HARTFORD |
| DELAWARE |
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National Adoption Day Nov. 21, 9 A.M. - 3 P.M., Delaware Technical & Comm. College(Terry Campus).
Activities will include workshops, lunch, child care, exhibits & entertainment. Delaware's Heart Gallery will be displayed, & both waiting children & families formed through adoption will be featured. Barbara Westfall 302-422-1400 or Barbara.Westfall@state.de.us DOVER |
Learn About Adoption Jan. 13, Dover Public Library. Learn about all of our adoption programs currently accepting applications. Spons. by AFTH. www.afth.org Amanda Hayes 302-658-8883 or DEreception@afth.org DOVER |
Learn About Adoption Jan. 19, Learn about all of our adoption programs currently accepting applications. Spons. by AFTH. www.afth.org Amanda Hayes 302-658-8883 or DEreception@afth.org WILMINGTON |
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA |
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Baby Care Classes Classes geared for adopting parents & specific adoption circumstances. $100 Fee. Taught by a nurse certified as a child care educator. Spons. by Families for Private Adoption. Mary Ellen Gwynn R.N.C. 301-627-8830 or gwynn6710@msn.com WASHINGTON |
| FLORIDA |
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Free International Adoption Workshop Dec. 12, 9:30-11:30 A.M., Temple Terrace Public Library, 202 Bullard Pkwy. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.
Susan Fremer 352.666.4853 or susan.fl@gwca.org TEMPLE TERRACE |
Hernando County Celebrate Adoption Nov. 20, 12-4 P.M., 10051 County Rd. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with carnival-type games, community provider booths, DJ, karaoke & a free lunch. Spons. by Children's Home Society of FL. Kathryn Dentato 352-754-1111 or Kathryn.Dentato@chsfl.org WEEKI WACHEE |
| GEORGIA |
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Free International Adoption Workshop Nov. 21, & Dec. 19, 10:45 A.M. - 12:45 P.M., Vinings Library, 4290 Paces Ferry Rd, N.W. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations. Beth Bronsted 678.858.1724 or beth.ga@gwca.org ATLANTA |
| HAWAII |
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General Information Sessions Spons. by Hawaii International Child & held at their Honolulu offices, 1st Tues./mo., 5:30-7 P.M. All families wanting an introduction to their adoption programs are welcome to attend. RSVP. Info on Parenting, CPR, & other classes available. www.hawaiiinternationalchild.org Shannon Murphy 808-589-2367 or Shannon@h-i-c.org HONOLULU |
| ILLINOIS |
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Adoptive Parent Support Group 3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 103 S. Country Fair Dr. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Free. Snacks & child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. Judie Watson 217-398-3011 CHAMPAIGN |
Adoption Information Meeting Dec. 6, 2-4 P.M., Kishwaukee Hospital. Learn about international adoptions, domestic infant adoptions, & DCFS waiting children adoptions. Spons. by Children's Home & Aid Society of Illinois.
Peggy Franklin 815-962-1043 or pfrankli@childrenshomeandaid.org DEKALB |
Adoptive Parent Support Group 2nd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 1616 Main St. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Free. Snacks and child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.
Kim Holder 618-997-9196 or Kimberly.Holder@lssi.org MARION |
Pre-Adoption Support Group Meets last Wed./mo., 7-9 P.M., Lutheran General Hospital, 1700 Luther Lane. Spons. by RESOLVE - Great Lakes Region.
Mark and Jen marknjen2000@aol.com PARK RIDGE |
Adoptive Families Support Group 3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., LSSI office, 4709 44th Street, Suite 1. Open to all parents who have adopted, are in the process of adopting, or anyone thinking of adopting. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of IL.
Susan Goble 309-786-6400 or susan.goble@lssi.org ROCK ISLAND |
Adoptive Families Together: Adoptive Parent Support Group 1st Mon./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 321 W. State St., 4th Floor. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Free. Snacks & child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.
Stacy Rapach 815-969-8836 ROCKFORD |
Adoptive Parent Support Group 4th Wed./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 3000 Rohmann Ave. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Free. Snacks and child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. Alisa Hilliard 309-671-0300 WEST PEORIA |
| IOWA |
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IFAPA Conference Mar. 5 & 6, Courtyard by Marriott, 2405 SE Creekview Dr. Families are invited to come & meet other foster/adoptive families for a fun & informative weekend of training, networking, good food & prizes. www.ifapa.org ifapa@ifapa.org ANKENY |
| KANSAS |
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KVC Kansas City Metro Adoption Celebration Nov. 21, 9 A.M., Adoption finalizations, approx. 40 children at the Wyandotte, Johnson, Leavenworth, & Franklin County Courthouses. A celebration will follow at the Ball Conference Ctr for all families who have finalized an adoption. Kathy Reilly 913-499-8139 or kreilly@kvc.org OLATHE |
| KENTUCKY |
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Adopting for Life Conference Feb. 26-27, Southern Seminary, 2825 Lexington Rd. Speakers; Russell Moore, Justin Taylor, David Platt, & Jedd Medefind. Music by Andrew Peterson.
www.events.sbts.edu/ 502-897-4072 or eventproductions@sbts.edu LOUISVILLE |
| LOUISIANA |
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Adoption Day Nov. 21, 11 A.M., 8585 Archives Ave Ste. 210. Celebrate the children that are waiting for an adoptive placement. Spons. by Baton Rouge Region OCS.
Dana Hunter 225-922-3052 or dhunter1@dss.state.la.us BATON ROUGE |
Informational Seminar 5:30 P.M. on the first Mon. of every month. 5917 Jones Creek Rd. Suite 100B. Free informational seminar. We cover both Domestic & International Adoptions.
www.beaconhouseadoption.com Ada Castellano 225-753-5551 or ada@beaconhouseadopt.com BATON ROUGE |
Celebrate National Adoption Day Nov. 21, 5:30 -8:30 P.M., Louisiana Children's Museum 420 Julia St. Adoptions will be finalized followed by refreshments & entertainment. All foster care children are invited to participate at the Children's Museum. Shelley Nicholson 504-658-9508 or snicholson@opjc.com NEW ORLEANS |
| MARYLAND |
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Adoption Event Nov. 21, 9 A.M., 100 N. Calvert St. Baltimore City Dept of Social Serv. & Baltimore City Court officials, and other partners will continue their tradition of paying homage to adoption by celebration adopted children and their families with a special finalizaton ceremony. Eloise Mooney 410-767-7359 or emooney@dhr.state.md.us BALTIMORE |
Joint Council Conference Mar. 17-20. Medical Institute, Annual, Adoptee Institue, & Adoptive Parent Conference. Spons. by JCICS. conference@jcics.org BALTIMORE |
Celebrating Adoptive & Foster Families Nov. 21, 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Del Tech & Community College's Terry Campus. Workshops, lunch, child care, exhibits & entertainment. Delaware's Heart Gallery will be displayed, & both waiting children & families formed through adoption will be featured. Barbara Westfall 302-422-1400 or barbara.westfall@state.de.us DOVER |
| MASSACHUSETTS |
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Adoption Information Meeting Dec. 5, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Beverly Public Library. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Learn about Wide Horizons For Children’s programs and meet our families and staff. Advance registration required at www.whfc.org/events Jessica Ellison 781-419-0397 or jellison@whfc.org BEVERLY |
Free Adoption Information Meeting Held frequently. Learn about the adoption process. Need to register. Spons. by WHFC Jessica Ellison 781-644-2350 or jellison@whfc.org BEVERLY, BRAINTREE, NEEDHAM, WESTBORO & PITTSFIELD |
2nd Annual Rudd Adoption Conference Apr. 7, 8 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., Marriott Courtyard, 423 Russell St. New Worlds of Adoption: Linking Research with Practice. Spons. by the Rudd Adoption Research Program, The Center for Research on Families, Dept of Psychology, College of Natural Sciences & College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Univ. of MA Amherst & the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute.
www.psych.umass.edu/ruddchair/conferences Stephanie Covelli 413-545-3905 or scovelli@psych.umass.edu HADLEY |
Developmental and Medical Issues in International Adoption Dec. 1, 7-9 P.M. Lisa Albers Prock, MD, MPH, Director of the Adoption Program in the Developmental Behavioral Pediatric Services area of Children's Hospital will discuss:
Understanding how prenatal risk factors (genetic or prenatal exposures) may impact on a child's later development & behavior; A review of the common 'alphabet soup' diagnoses for children who were adopted and have a history of orphanage or foster care; Finding appropriate resources for further evaluation & treatment of your child. This presentation will benefit families in the referral stage or those who are already parenting. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children.
whfc.org/events Deb Shrier 781-410-0387 or dshrier@whfc.org WALTHAM |
Free Adoption Information Meeting Dec. 15, 6:30-8:30 P.M., WHFC office, 38 Edge Hill Rd. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Meet our families & staff. Spons. by WHFC. Adv. registration www.whfc.org/events Jessica Ellison 781-419-0397 or jellison@whfc.org WALTHAM |
| MICHIGAN |
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Adoption Day Nov. 24, 2 P.M., Cass County Law & Courts, Bldg 60296 M-62. Courthouse adoption event with approx. 6 adoptions finalizing.
Donna Dodd 269-445-4454 or donnad@cassco.org CASSOPOLIS |
Adoption Celebration Nov. 24, 9 A.M., Courtroom B, County Courts Bldg, 125 W. Main St. The Court will confirm several adoptions during the celebration. Among the featured guest speakers are a foster mother, an adult adoptee & an official from the State. Eva Sylvester 269-467-5537 or sylvestere@stjosephcountymi.org CENTREVILLE |
| MINNESOTA |
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Waiting Families Support Group 2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M., Children's Home Society & Family Services, 1605 Eustis Street. Laura Nystrom 651-255-2255 ST. PAUL |
| MISSOURI |
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Annual Fundraiser "Old Bags for Forever Families" Apr. 27. Features a silent auction of new & like-new designer handbags. All proceeds are used to recruit foster & adoptive families for over 5,000 children in Metro St. Louis who are waiting for a forever family.
Appetizers & drinks will be served. Spons. by Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition.
Debbie Genung 314-367-8373 or debbiegenung@foster-adopt.org ST LOUIS |
Adoption Information Meeting Dec. 1, 7-8:30 P.M., Dillon's office. For families interested in learning about international adoption. RSVP to attend. www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 314-576-4100 or DillonMO@dillonadopt.com ST. LOUIS |
| NEVADA |
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Free International Adoption Workhsop Dec. 15, 6-8 P.M., Mac-O-Rama (Apple Store), 4690 Longley Lane. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.
Alicia Lindsay-Dietrich 775-750-5274 or alicia.nv@gwca.org RENO |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE |
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Adoption Information Meeting Dec. 21, 6-8 P.M., WHFC's office. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Meet our families & staff. Adv. registration required. Barb Drotos 603-792-2030 or bdrotos@whfc.org CONCORD |
| NEW JERSEY |
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Adoption Information Meeting Meets 1st Weds./mo., 6:30-8 P.M. Please RSVP. Spons. by Adoption Options. www.lsmnjadoption.org Terry Dingle 609-699-4110 or tdingle@lsmnj.org BURLINGTON |
Free Learn About Adoption Meeting Dec. 17. Learn about the adoption programs currently accepting applications, the adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance, & more. Spons. by AFTH. Jennifer Bradley 856-665-5655 or JenniferB@afth.org CHERRY HILL |
Learn About Adoption Jan. 19. Learn about all of our adoption programs currently accepting applications. Spons. by AFTH. www.afth.org Jennifer Bradley 856-665-5655 or JenniferB@afth.org CHERRY HILL |
Workshop:Transracial Adoptive Family Issues Jan. 24, 12-3 P.M., IAC Ctr, 2 Tree Farm Rd, Ste A200. For prospective adoptive parents, adoptive parents, teens & adults who were adopted into transracial families, & professionals. Learn about identity, ethnicity & culture. Moderator Jane Cramer.
Pre-registration is required. 609-737-8750 or info@iaccenter.com PENNINGTON |
Waiting Families Support Group Meets 3rd Mon./mo., Panera Bread, 136 Nassau St., 7-9 P.M.
Singles & couples in the adoption process or waiting for a referral are welcome to attend our monthly RESOLVE "Waiting Parent" informal support group. This group is not associated with an adoption agency and features speakers every quarter. Susan Merkel 609-694-5658 or resolveadoptionplsg-princeton@comcast.net PRINCETON |
Free Steps to Domestic Adoption Meetings Meetings held 2nd Mon./mo. Learn about domestic adoption. Please registers. Spons. by A Loving Choice Adoption Associates. register. Cathleen McNee 732-224-0924 or alovingchoice@comcast.net SHREWSBURY |
| NEW YORK |
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29th Annual APC Adoption Conference Nov. 22nd 8 A.M.-5 P.M., St. Francis College, 180 Remsen St. 80 workshops and 50 exhibitors covering pre- and post-adoption topics. adoptiveparents.org Sam Pitkowsky/PR-Caryl Deiches 212-304-8479 or samapc@aol.com BROOKLYN |
Adoption Information Meeting Nov. 21, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Dec 9, 6-8 P.M. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Meet our families & staff. Adv. registration required. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children. www.whfc.org/events Lori Johnson 413-448-8367 or ljohnson@whfc.org EAST GREENBUSH |
Pre-Adoption Support Group Last Mon./mo., 8 P.M. Spons. by RESOLVE of the Northeast. Aileen 516-596-7088 or catwatcher315@yahoo.com LONG ISLAND |
Adoption Information Meeting Dec 12, 10 A.M.-12 P.M. Explore the opportunity of building a family through international adoption, meet our families & staff. Adv. registration. Spons. by Wide Horizons for Children. www.whfc.org/events Christine Carroll 516-922-0751 or ccarroll@whfc.org MANHATTAN |
How to Adopt Domestically and Internationally 2nd Wed./mo. 6-7:30 P.M. Free interactive session led by staff of Ametz Adoption Program of JCC. Learn the difference in working with an agency or attorney, what to expect during the homestudy, costs, time-frames, & support before, during, & after adoption. Please register. Spons. by JCC of Manhattan.
646-505-5708 MANHATTAN |
WACAP Free Adoption Information Meetings Every 2nd & 4th Weds. (except holidays) 7-9 P.M., WACAP Office,
39 W. 37th St., 15th Fl. (btwn. 5th & 6th Aves.) Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, India, Kazakhstan, Korea, Russia, Thailand, Vietnam, & the US. RSVP required.
212-302-6676 MANHATTAN |
Pre-Adoptive Support Group: The Survival Guide Dec. 10, & Jan. 14, 7-8:30 P.M., JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave. For anyone exploring adoption or who has begun the adoption process. Please register.
646-505-5708 MANHATTAN (UPPER WEST SIDE) |
| OHIO |
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Free Adoption Information Sessions 3rd Wed./mo., 6 P.M. Spons. by A Child's Waiting Adoption Program. Jennifer Marando 330-665-1811 AKRON |
| OKLAHOMA |
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Free ABCs of International Adoption Dec. 8, Dillon's Int'l office.
Learn about adopting from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Ethiopia, & Russia. Spons. by Dillon International. www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com TULSA |
Adoption Information Meeting Jan. 12, 6-7:30 P.M, Dillon Int'l office. Learn about adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, + upcoming opportunities in Ghana & Nepal. Adoption programs in Russia, Ethiopia, & Honduras, available through Buckner Adoption & Maternity Services. www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com TULSA |
| OREGON |
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Baby & Toddler Care Class Jan. 9, 8:30 A.M-4 P.M. For families who are adopting, taught by a registered nurse & adoptive parents. Spons. by NAFA.
www.nafaonline.org Debbie Dunham 503-243-1356 or information@nafaonline.org TUALATIN |
| PENNSYLVANIA |
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Waiting Families Meeting Jan. 14, 7 P.M., First Congregational Church of Etna, 49 Locust St. For all families waiting or considering their first adoption. Facilitated by a licensed, clinical social worker. Join us for support & a question & answer session. Spons. by Pittsburgh Adoption Support Group. www.pghasg.com Tammy Crouthamel 724-687-0139 or PittAdopt@gmail.com PITTSBURGH |
Free Discover Domestic Adoption Meeting Dec. 17. Learn about the domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance & the benefits of open adoption. Spons. by AFTH. Martha Coulbourne 610-642-7200 or MarthaC@afth.org WYNNEWOOD |
Discover Domestic Adoption Jan. 19. Learn about our domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance & the benefits of open adoption. Spons. by AFTH. www.afth.org Martha Coulbourne 610-642-7200 or MarthaC@afth.org WYNNEWOOD |
| SOUTH CAROLINA |
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Families Forever Adoption Fair Feb. 20, 10 A.M. - 1 P.M., Felix C. Davis Community Ctr. Workshops on domestic & international adoption, & foster care. Spons. by the SC Bar Young Lawyers Division & ACES. www.ACESKids.org Denise Hoppenhauer 864-322-2495 or info@aceskids.org CHARLESTON |
8th Annual SC Adoption Expo Jan. 30, 10 A.M.- 1 P.M. YWCA of Greenville, 700 Augusta St. Workshops on domestic & international adoption, foster care, & the adoption process. Spons. by ACES & the SC YLD. www.AcesKids.org Denise Hoppenhauer 864-322-2495 or info@aceskids.org GREENVILLE |
Free Online Information: An overview of all international programs, process & fees. Designed for families who are thinking about adopting through Children's Home Society & Family Services.
www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org ONLINE |
| TENNESSEE |
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24th Annual Conference on Treatment Foster Care Aug. 1-4. This conference offers a wealth of expertise, information & talent in this unique field. 70 workshops for every type of treatment foster care professional. Spons. by Foster Family-based Treatment Association. Stacey Horowitz 800-414-3382, ext.121 or shorowtiz@ffta.org NASHVILLE |
| TEXAS |
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Adoption Information Meeting Dec. 19, 2-3:30 P.M., Carrollton's First Baptist Church, 2400 N. Josey Ln. For families interested in learning about international adoption or a domestic adoption program. Spons. by Dillon Int'l, Inc. www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International representat 214-893-6324 or caitlin@dillonadopt.com CARROLLTON |
National Adoption Day 2009 Nov. 21, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM; Univ of St. Thomas, Jones Hall. Connect with experts, families at all stages of the adoption process are invited to attend. Spons. by GWCA. Kaylea Robertson 512-323-9595 x 3031 or kaylea@gwca.org HOUSTON |
Tapestry Waiting Famlies Groups Two groups, 7:30 P.M., 1st group meets on the 1st Sat./mo, at Mike & Johnna Wolverton's home, & the 2nd group meets on the 4th Sat./mo. at Anthony & Kristin Violi's home. Coffee & dessert will be served. Spons. by Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Ministry. Kristin Violi 972-395-1308 or ktvioli@gmail.com IRVING |
Dallas Moms Night Out Moms and moms-to-be meet on the 4th Tues. every other month. Spons. by Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Ministry.
Amy Monroe 972-315-9628 or tapestry@irvingbible.org NORTH DALLAS |
Free International Adoption Workshop Dec. 5, 1-5 P.M., Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations. Melissa Lybrand 817-431-9979 or melissa.tx@gwca.org PLANO |
| VERMONT |
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Adoption Information Meeting Meetings held regularly.
Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunity of building a family through international adoption. Spons. by Wide Horizons For Children. Barb Drotos 802-453-2581 or bdrotos@whfc.org BURLINGTON |
| VIRGINIA |
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Learn About Adoption Meeting Nov. 21, 10 A.M. Learn about the domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance & the benefits of open adoption. Spons. by AFTH. 757-361-0008 or VAreception@afth.org CHESEAPEAK |
Adoption Support Group Meets 2nd Thurs./mo. Offers support to individuals and couples who have an interest in, or are in the process of adopting. Spons. by the Mid-Atlantic Region of RESOLVE. Cristal Lake-Sanders Richmond@midatlantic.resolve.org RICHMOND |
Free Adoption Workshop Workshops are held frequently. Learn about the adoption process. www.jfsrichmond.org Teresa Birchett 804-282-5644 or adoption@jfsrichmond.org RICHMOND |
| WASHINGTON |
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AWAIT Support Group Meetings Meets on 2nd Mon./mo. 7-9 P.M. Bellevue Public Library: 1111—110th Ave.
www.affgs.org (206) 903-9664 or members@affgs.org BELLEVUE |
Heritage Camp - Come Join the Celebration! Aug. 20-22. Camp
Lakeview. Come relax, make friends, &
participate in camp activities. Must pre-register. Spons. by FRUA. www.orgsites.com/wa/frua-inc/ Terry Mandeville 425-823-8018 or terrymand@aol.com GRAHAM |
Adoption Information Meetings at WACAP Every 1st & 3rd Thurs. (except for holidays) 7-9 P.M. WACAP Office, 315 S. Second St.Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, India, Kazakhstan, Korea, Russia, Thailand, Vietnam or the United States. Free & all are welcome!
206-575-4550 RENTON (SEATTLE) |
Adopting Toddlers to Teens: Support and Solutions Group Dec. 13, 4-6 P.M. www.wacap.org Zia Freeman ziaf@wacap.org SEATTLE |
Free Adoption Information Meeting at Amara 2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M. & periodically on a Sat. morning, 3300 East Union St. Join us for an information meeting to learn more about the adoption process, adopting children from foster care & Amara's services.
Contact Amara to RSVP 206-260-1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org SEATTLE |
WISH (Waiting Is So Hard) Monthly meetings sponsored by Kitsap Adoption Group on 2nd Thurs./mo, 7-9 P.M. at Joe & Gayle Kohler's home, 4937 NW Discovery Ridge Ct. www.kitsapadoptiongroup.com Joe & Gayle Kohler 360-662-0630 SILVERDALE |
Free International Adoption Workshop Dec. 12, 10 A.M.-12:00 P.M., The Forza Coffee Co., 2829 E. 29th. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda, & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations. Cortney Dotson 509.559.5929 or cortney.wa@gwca.org SPOKANE |
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Information Meeting on Adoption Dec. 8, 2 P.M., Kenosha County Job Center, North 1 Conference Room, 8600 Sheridan Rd. Spons. by the State of Wisconsin Department of Children & Families. Please call to register.
608-264-6838 KENOSHA |
Free International Adoption Workshop Dec. 7, 5:30-7:30 P.M., Neiderkorn Public Library, 316 West Grand Ave. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Brenda Stevens 262.268.7806 or brenda.wi@gwca.org PORT WASHINGTON |
Free International Adoption Workshop Nov. 24, 5:30-7 P.M., Oscar Grady Public Library, 151 S. Main St. Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, Rwanda & Mexico. Eligibility requirements, cost, country heritage, travel information & more. Spons. by Children of All Nations.
Brenda Stevens 262.268.7806 or brenda.wi@gwca.org SAUKVILLE |
Understanding Post-Adoption Depression Syndrome Tues., Dec. 1, 6:30 -8 P.M., Bethany Office – Waukesha, N14W23755 Stoneridge Dr., Ste, 265. This workshop is designed to discuss post-adoption depression and learn ways to cope with the emotions and feelings that surround post- adoption depression.
Recommended Reading: "The Post Adoption Blues: Overcoming the Unforeseen Challenges of Adoption," by Karen J. Foli. Spons. by Bethany Christian Serivces.
www.bethany.org/wisconsin Danielle Nelson 262-547-6557 or dnelson@bethany.org WAUKESHA |
International Travel Tues., Dec. 8, 6-8 P.M. This workshop covers topics including culture shock, travel tips, vacation vs. adoption travel, and the benefits to traveling to your child’s birth country. Country specific families who have traveled recently to bring their child home will be present to share their experiences and tips with families.
Spons. by Bethany Christian Serivces. Please register. www.bethany.org/wisconsin Danielle Nelson 262-547-6557 or dnelson@bethany.org WAUKESHA/BROOKFIELD AREA |
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African American Domestic Webinar Dec 1, 7 P.M., EST. An AFTH social worker will discuss the program & the adoption process. Kristy Gailbraith 610-642-7200 or KristyG@afth.org ONLINE |
Adopting From Ethiopia: Online Teleconference Dec. 15, 7 P.M. ET. Meet WHFC online to learn more about adopting a child from Ethiopia & hear program details & updates. Requires adv. registration www.whfc.org/events Ruth Stillman 781-419-0323 or rstillman@whfc.org ONLINE |
Adoption Information Teleconference Dec 16, 7 P.M. ET. Learn about the opportunities of building a family through international adoption. Adv. registration. Spons. by WHFC. www.whfc.org/events Ruth Stillman 781-419-0323 or rstillman@whfc.org ONLINE |
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Kaiserslautern Military Community Adoption Support Group Meets 3rd Tues./mo., 7 P.M. Health and Wellness Center (Bldg 3722) on Landstuhl Post. Members share pre- and post-adoption information. www.usadopteurope.com Jeanie Veith 06371-47-6148 or usadopteurope@gmail.com LANDSTUHL |