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ALABAMA
Sataewide Adoption Conferences
Aug. 26-28. Learn more about adoption options & the adoption process from experts & other key note speakers.
Jamie Golden jgolden@casapac.org
BIRMINGHAM
ARIZONA
Free Online International Adoption Information
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International programs, information about the adoption process, & fees. Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
Foster Care & Fost-Adopt Training Classes
Sat. Jan. 10- Mar. 14, 10 A.M. Agape Adoption Agency of Arizona, Inc. 4039 E. Raymond St.
480.272.7994
PHEONIX
FCC Waiting Families Support Group
Meets 4th Saturday/mo. for casual pot-luck meetings in a private home. Guest speakers. Open to FCC members & prospective members.
waitingfamilies@fccaz.org
PHOENIX
ARKANSAS
Free Online Information: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, and RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International programs, information about the adoption process, programs & fees. Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
CALIFORNIA
American Academy of Pediatrics Future of Pediatrics Conference
Feb. 27, 9:40 A.M. Marriott Anaheim, 700 W. Convention Way.
Sharon Watkins 847-434-7145
ANAHEIM
Transracial Adoption Parenting
Meets 1st Sat./mo., 12-2pm. Sponsored by Los Angeles Affiliate of the Southwest Region of RESOLVE.
mwgearty@aol.com Molly & Bill or 323-255-0566
LOS ANGELES
Family Gathering
Meet & play with other families in the Los Angeles area who have adopted from or who are waiting for children from Guatemala. Upcoming Families with Children From Guatemala Forever meets: Sun., March 9; Sat., April 12; Sun., May 4; Sat., June 14; Sun., July 13; & Sat., Aug. 9. Email to join & for locations of events.
Eileen Shipman 562- 594-4993 or fwcgforever@yahoo.com
LOS ANGELES
TRANSITIONS: Options for Building Your Family
Jan. 11- Feb. 8, Sundays, 6-8 P.M. This 5 wk information & support group will allow you to explore deeply the alternatives for building your family when you are unable to conceive your child. $150 per person or $300 per couple.
Sara Lively 831-476-7252 or sara@adoptionpaths.com
MOUNTAIN VIEW
Transitions: Options for Building Your Family
Jan. 11- Feb. 8, 6-8 P.M. 5 wk. support group that explores family building alternatives when you are unable conceive. $150 per person/ $300 per couple.
Sara Lively 831-476-7252
MOUNTAIN VIEW
Transitions: Options for Building Your Family
Jan. 11- Feb. 8, 6-8 P.M. 5 wk. support group that explores family building alternatives when you are unable conceive. $150 per person/ $300 per couple.
Sara Lively 831-476-7252
MOUNTAIN VIEW
Adoption Peer Support Group
Meets 2nd Tues./mo., 7-9 P.M. Spons. by Orange County Affiliate of Southwest Region of RESOLVE.
www.resolveoc.org Kimber Smith kimber72@yahoo.com
ORANGE COUNTY
"Fortune Cookies" Adoption Peer Led Support Group
Every other Wed., 6:30-9 P.M. Spons. by RESOLVE South West Region.
Mary rupperts@cox.net
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
Monthly Support for Waiting Families
Meets the third Thursday of every month from 7-9PM. A Support Group for Waiting Parents Meet with others who are also in the "waiting" stage of their adoption process. Each session focuses on a specific issue and also allows time for open discussion. This is a professionally facilitated meeting providing a great opportunity for meeting and sharing. This program is free, but RSVP is requested at least 24 hours before the event. Contact the office: 415-788-6772 e-mail info@youropenpath.org Hope you'll come and join us! This program is free, but RSVP is requested at least 24 hours before the event. Location: 312 SUtter, 5th floor conference room - located between Stockton & Grant
www.youropenpath.org Open Path 415-788-6772 or info@youropenpath.org
SAN FRANCISCO
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
ABCs of International Adoption
Sat Feb. 7, 10:30 A.M.- 12 P.M. Dillon International's Office, 18001 Irvine Blvd., Suite 101. Free meeting of an overview of adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, & India.
http://www.dillonadopt.com Hedy 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
ABCs of International Adoption
Sat Mar. 7, 10:30 A.M.- 12 P.M. Dillon International's Office, 18001 Irvine Blvd., Suite 101. Free meeting of an overview of adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, & India.
http://www.dillonadopt.com Hedy 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
ABCs of International Adoption
Sat Apr. 4, 10:30 A.M.- 12 P.M. Dillon International's Office, 18001 Irvine Blvd., Suite 101. Free meeting of an overview of adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, & India.
http://www.dillonadopt.com Hedy 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
ABCs of International Adoption
Sat May 16, 10:30 A.M.- 12 P.M. Dillon International's Office, 18001 Irvine Blvd., Suite 101. Free meeting of an overview of adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, & India.
http://www.dillonadopt.com Hedy 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
ABCs of International Adoption
Sat Sept. 5, 10:30 A.M.- 12 P.M. Dillon International's Office, 18001 Irvine Blvd., Suite 101. Free meeting of an overview of adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, & India.
http://www.dillonadopt.com Hedy 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
Foster-Adoptive Parenting Information Meeting
Tues. evenings, 6-7:30 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. Information Meetings are held on
Valerie Hoffman (805) 289-0120 or vhoffman@aspiranet.org
VENTURA
COLORADO
Free Hand In Hand International Adoption Information Night
March 12, 6:30-8:30 P.M. George Reynolds Branch Library, 3595 Table Mesa Dr. Thousands of children worldwide wait for families to call their own. Come learn more about international adoption, specific country programs, & Hand In Hand. Please RSVP.
Kimberly Morgan 970-226-8948 or coloradohih@msn.com
BOULDER
Open Adoption Seminar
Jan. 24, 10 A.M.- 12 P.M. Colorado Free University, near 1st and Quebec. Two mothers in one open adoption talk about what, exactly, it is; how to choose an ethical agency, & the secrets of longterm open adoption success. Two mothers in one open adoption teach this class. Lori Dowd, MA, is the adoptive mom of two children & Crystal Hass is the birth mom of Lori’s daughter, mother to a son.
303-399-0093
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 & Hand In Hand. RSVP required.
Kimberly Morgan 970-226-8948 or coloradohih@msn.com
FORT COLLINS
Free Hand In Hand International Adoption Information Night
Feb. 1, Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Ave. Thousands of children worldwide are waiting for families to call their own. Come learn about international adoption, specific country programs, and Hand In Hand. RSVP required.
Kimberly Morgan 970-226-8948 or coloradohih@msn.com
LONGMONT
Rocky Mountain Ethiopian Adoption Support Group Monthly Meeting
Support group for families who have adopted or are in the process of adopting from Ethiopia. Meets LAST Tues./mo., 7-9 P.M. Location varies.
Kristi Griffith-Jones 303-425-4003 or misgriffvb@yahoo.com
METRO DENVER
CONNECTICUT
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 & 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 Wed./Month, 7 P.M. Free Informational Sessions about Adoption, held at three Borders Books & Music Cafe locations: 1499 Post Rd in Fairfield, 470 Lewis Ave. in Meriden, & 915 Hartford Turnpike in Waterford.
Sandra Couillard 860-444-0553 or Director@adoptacarakid.org
WATERFORD, FAIRFIELD, MERIDEN
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Free Online International Adoption Information: Ethiopis & Russia
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International programs, information about the adoption process, programs & fees. Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
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
4th Annual Conference: Thinking Outside the Box
Mar. 7, 8 A.M.- 4 P.M. Thurgood Marshall Center, 1816 12th St. NW.
Angela Byrd 202-299-0900
WASHINGTON
FLORIDA
International Adoption Information Session
Jan. 17 & Mar. 7. West Dade Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way Rm B. Explore the steps of the adoption process, the various country programs, as well as their requirements, plus the services you can expect to receive from Gladney.
www.gladney.org Debra Parris 888-811-3406 or debra.parris@gladney.org
MIAMI
GEORGIA
23rd Annual Conference on Treatment Foster Care
Aug. 5, Join over 700 treatment foster care professionals & foster parents who attend the FFTA Annual Conference on Treatment Foster Care each year. At no other time will you find a conference that offers such a wealth of expertise, information and talent in this unique field. This conference features over 70 workshops for every type of treatment foster care professional. It is the only North American-based annual conference developed by and for treatment foster care professionals and foster parents.
Stacey Horowitz (800) 414-3382, ext.121 or shorowitz@ffta.org
ATLANTA
HAWAII
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
Free Online Information: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, and RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies. These sessions are convenient, run right on your desktop and last about an hour. Hosted live by knowledgeable CHSFS staff and guest speakers, these conferences bring adoption information to you and allow you to ask questions of experts in the field.
tp://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
IDAHO
China Waiting Families Support Group Meetings
Held last Tues. of each month. Please join us regardless of which agency you are working with. Hosted by A New Beginning, Adoption Agency, Inc., 4700 N. Cloverdale Rd., Ste. 204.
208-939-3865
BOISE
Free Online International Adoption Information: RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
NEW! Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies. These sessions are convenient, run right on your desktop and last about an hour. Hosted live by knowledgeable CHSFS staff and guest speakers, these conferences bring adoption information to you and allow you to ask questions of experts in the field.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
Free Online International Adoption Information: RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, information about the process, programs & fees, Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
ILLINOIS
Joy of Stress
Jan. 15, 502 S. Morris Ave. The Joy of Stress. The adoption journey is full of ups and downs. Spend some time looking at the lighter side of stress.
Jennifer Walls 309-829-6307 or jwalls@ccdop.org
BLOOMINGTON
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 Informational Workshop
Jan. 15, 6:30 P.M. Adoption Informational Workshop will give families information on their options for adoption. Infant, international and older child adoptions will be discussed.
Kelly Cardinal 217-352-5179 or kcardinal@ccdop.org
CHAMPAIGN
Learn About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Feb. 2, 6:30 P.M. Learn About Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
Kelly Cardinal 217-352-5179 or kcardinal@ccdop.org
CHAMPAIGN
The Telling Process
Jan. 8, 6:00 P.M. The Telling Process. Learn how to talk to your kids about their adoption. Discussion include how to address adoption issues at each developmental age.
Mary Kay Collins 815-223-4007 or mkcollins@ccdop.org
LASALLE
Adoption Informational Workshop
Jan. 30, 6 P.M. 542 Crosat Street Adoption Informational This workshop will help prospective adopters understand their adoption options. Learn more about infant, international & waiting child adoptions.
Mary Kay Collins 815-223-4007 or mkcollins@ccdop.org
LASALLE
Parenting Through Adoption Conference
Mar. 14, Benedictine University.
630-585-4680
LISLE
Parenting Through Adoption Conference
Mar. 14, Benedictine University.
630-585-4680
LISLE
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 & 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
Adoptive Families Connected Support & Educational Group for Waiting & Adoptive Families
Monthly presentations & discussions. 2nd Thurs./mo., 6-8 P.M., Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 611 Randolph. Dinner & childcare provided at no cost. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.
Tessa Schneider 312-949-4852 or Tessa.Schneider@lssi.org
OAK PARK
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 & Jen marknjen2000@aol.com
PARK RIDGE
Adoptive Families Support Group
3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7 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. Hosted by Lutheran Social Services of IL.
Susan Goble 309-786-6400 or susan.goble@lssi.org
ROCK ISLAND
How to Discuss Adoption With Your Child
Jan. 21, 4703 44th Street Rock Island. How to Discuss Adoption With Your Child is a interactive workshop that will help parents consider how to answer delicate questions and help children understand their adoption story.
Katrina Kainz 309-786-0770 or kkainz@ccdop.org
ROCK ISLAND
Adoption Information Meetings
Considering Adoption? Attend one of our monthly adoption information meetings to learn about international adoptions, domestic infant adoptions, & DCFS Waiting Children adoptions. Please call for details & meeting dates. Spons. by Children's Home & Aid Society of Illinois.
Josh Yang 815-962-1043 or jyang@nw.chasi.org
ROCKFORD
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 & child care provided. Call to reserve child care. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.
Alisa Hilliard 309-671-0300
WEST PEORIA
INDIANA
While We Wait
Thurs. March 20,6-7:30 P.M., May 1, 6-7:30 P.M., July 17, 6-7:30 P.M. Sept 18, 6-7:30 P.M.Thurs. Nov. 20, 6-7:30 P.M. Adoptive Parent Support Group. Come join other waiting families for an informal dinner & discussion. Topics will vary based on participants needs.
www.ad-in.org Allison Montgomery, Adoption Spe 317/574-8950 or amontgomery@ad-in.org
CARMEL
Free Informational Seminars
Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts informational seminars for those interested in learning more about International Adoption. Scdedule of events is available.
www.ftia.org Susan Travis 888-797-9900 or adopt@ftia.org
EVANSVILLE
KANSAS
Free Online International Adoption Information: RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
NEW! Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies. These sessions are convenient, run right on your desktop and last about an hour. Hosted live by knowledgeable CHSFS staff and guest speakers, these conferences bring adoption information to you and allow you to ask questions of experts in the field.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
KENTUCKY
International Adoption Informational Seminars
Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts informational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about International Adoption. For a schedule of our upcoming seminars in the Elizabethtown area, please visit our website for locations, dates, times, & contact information.
www.ftia.org Brenda Reul 502-639-2293 or adopt@ftia.org
ELIZABETHTOWN
International Adoption Informational Seminars
Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts informational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about International Adoption. For a schedule of our upcoming seminars in the Lexington area, please visit our website for locations, dates, times, & contact information.
www.ftia.org Brenda Reul 502-639-2293 or adopt@ftia.org
LEXINGTON
International Adoption Informational Seminars
Children’s Hope International (CHI) hosts informational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about international adoption. CHI offers programs in China, Vietnam, Russia, Kazakhstan, Colombia, & Ethiopia.
www.childrenshopeint.org/infomeeting/Meetings/KentuckyINFO.htm Michelle.Satler@ChildrensHope.ne 859-248-8764 or Michelle Satler
LEXINGTON/LOUISVILLE
International Adoption Informational Seminars
Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts informational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about International Adoption. For a schedule of our upcoming seminars in the Louisville area, please visit our website for locations, dates, times, & contact information.
www.ftia.org Brenda Reul 502-639-2293 or adopt@ftia.org
LOUISVILLE
MARYLAND
Adoption Information Meetings
Wed. Oct. 22; Tues. Nov. 11, 6:45-9 P.M.; Sat. Jan. 10 8:45 A.M.- 12 P.M.
410-659-4050
BALTIMORE
9th East Meets West Conference
Apr. 18, 8 A.M.- 5 P.M. (Registrations opens at 7 A.M.) Sheraton Columbia Hotel. Learn more about all aspects of Chinese Adoption.
888- 493-6459
BALTIMORE
Adoption Information Meeting
Sat. Jan. 10, 8:45 A.M.-12 P.M.; Wed. Feb. 25, 6:45-9:30 P.M.; Wed. Mar. 25, 6:45-9:30 P.M.; Sat. Apr. 18, 8:45 A.M.-12 P.M., Catholic Charities Office, 11 E. Mt. Royal Ave. Catholic Charities of Baltimore has both International & Domestic Adoption Programs.
Ellen Warnock 410-659-4032 or ewarnock@cc-md.org
BALTIMORE
Exploring Adoption Peer Led Support Group
Meets 1st Wed./mo. Hosted by Joanne & John MacMillan. Spons. by RESOLVE - Mid-Atlantic region.
maryland@midatlantic.resolve.org
CALVERT COUNTY
MASSACHUSETTS
36th Annual New England Adoption Conference
Sat. Mar. 28, The 36th Annual New England Adoption Conference, The largest single day adoption conference of its kind in the country with over 100 workshops designed for all those touched by adoption. There will be workshops for those considering adoption, adoptive parents, birth parents, adoptees, & extended family members. Some are specifically for singles, for people considering search & for those living in open adoption.
508-366-6812 or info@AdoptionCommunityofNE.org
BELLINGHAM
Understanding Trauma and its Role in Attachment
Jan. 28, 9 A.M.-12 P.M. 350 Cambridge St.
617-547-0909
CAMBRIDGE
A Look at Adoption
Nov 8 & Dec 13- Meets Monthly 2- 5:30 P.M. For those interested in learning about adoption, this seminar is an unbiased introduction to all aspects of adoption. Presentation & printed materials include: making the decision to adopt, starting the process, & choosing an agency, the types of adoptions available domestically & internationally, updated agency lists, what to expect in the homestudy process, the language of adoption, & resources for singles & those over 40.
508-366-6812 or info@AdoptionCommunityofNE.org
WESTBOROUGH
MICHIGAN
A-OK! Adopting Older Kids Group
Free, ongoing, monthly group to discuss issues involved in adopting domestic or international older children. Meets 2nd Fri./mo., 6:30-8:30 P.M. A specific topic will be discussed each month, & attendees will share experiences & gather advice from others who have adopted older children. Spons. by Hands Across The Water. Please call to register.
www.hatw.org 734-477-0135 or hatw.nelson@att.net
ANN ARBOR
Free Online Information: RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International programs, process, & fees. Adopting from RUSSIA information, Adopting from ETHIOPIA information.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
MINNESOTA
Multicultural Parenting in a Racist Society
Sat. Jan. 24, 9 A.M.-5 P.M. 5850 Omaha Ave. N. Please register.
Julie Kink 651-439-2446 or hope@hopeadoptionservices.org
OAK PARK HEIGHTS
Multicultural Parenting in a Racist Society
Sat. April 25, 9 A.M.-5 P.M. 5850 Omaha Ave. N. Please register.
Julie Kink 651-439-2446 or hope@hopeadoptionservices.org
OAK PARK HEIGHTS
Waiting Families Support Group
2nd Tues./mo., Children's Home Society & Family Services, 1605 Eustis Street.
Laura Nystrom 651-255-2255
ST. PAUL
MISSOURI
International Adoption workshop
Jan. 10, Adoption information workshop on programs from China, Korea, Haiti, India, & upcoming programs in Ethiopia & Russia. Please call for information or registration.
http://www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 314-576-4100 or DillonMO@dillonadopt.com
ST. LOUIS
Free ABCs of International Adoption Meeting
Feb.4, Dillon International's Office. Attend an overview of international programs such as China, South Korea, Haiti, India, & upcoming programs in Ethiopia & Russia. Call to register.
http://www.dillonadopt.com Dillon International staff 314-576-4100 or DillonMO@dillonadopt.com
ST. LOUIS
NEW HAMPSHIRE
General Adoption Information Meeting
1st Tues./mo., 7 P.M. Learn about your adoption options, both domestic & international. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of New England. Free, no obligation. Please call to reserve your space 24 hours in advance.
603-224-8111
CONCORD
NEW JERSEY
Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting
Jan. 6, 6:30-8:00 P.M. Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Rd. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meeting to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
CHERRY HILL
Adopting in the African American Community: Domestic Infant Adoption Information Meeting
Jan. 12, 6:30-8 P.M. Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Rd. Ste. 150 Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meeting to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
CHERRY HILL
Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting
Feb. 9, 6:30-8 P.M. Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Rd. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
CHERRY HILL
Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting
Mar. 3, 6:30-8 P.M. Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
CHERRY HILL
Adopting in the African American Community: Domestic Infant Adoption Information Meeting
Mar. 9, 6:30-8 P.M. Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Rd. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
CHERRY HILL
3rd Annual Adoption Expo
Mar. 21. 12-6 P.M. Pre & Post Adoption. See website for details.
www.freewebs.com/mocafsg/ Liz Grudus 732-473-9113 or lgrudus@comcast.net
COLTS NECK
Families Thru International Adoption Informational Seminars
Families Thru International Adoption (FTIA) hosts free informational seminars for those interested in learning more about International Adoption. For a schedule of our upcoming seminars in the New Jersey area, please visit our website for locations, dates, times, & contact information.
www.ftia.org Kathy Miraglia 856-582-4755 or adopt@ftia.org
NEW JERSEY STATE-WIDE
Pre-Adoptive Parents Support Groups
Support Groups meet once a month & focus on emotional & practical aspects of the adoption process & adoptive parenting. We offer 3 separate professionally led groups facilitated by adoption experts for couples & singles pursuing International, Domestic or LGBT adoptions.
Joni S. Mantell 609-737-8750 or supportgroups@iaccenter.com
PRINCETON
Adoption Support Group
Adoption Support Group: Meets 1st Wed./mo., 7-8:30 P.M. Peer Led Support Group for people who are considering adoption and want to meet others who have adopted, or are in process of adopting.
Susan 609-694-5658 or RESOLVEAdoptionPLSG-Princeton@comcast.net.
PRINCETON
NEW YORK
Pre-Adoption Support Group
Second Tues./mo., 8 P.M. Spons. by RESOLVE.
Aileen 516-596-7088 or catwatcher315@yahoo.com
LONG ISLAND
WACAP Adoption Information Meetings
Every 2nd & 4th Weds. (except holidays) 7-9 P.M. WACAP Office, 39 W. 37th St., 15th Fl.(btwn. 5th & 6th)Learn about adoption from China, Ethiopia, India, Kazakhstan, Korea, Russia, Thailand, Vietnam, or the United States. Free to public, RSVP required at 212-302-6676.
212-302-6676
NEW YORK
NORTH CAROLINA
Free Online Information: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, and RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, Adoption Process, Programs & Fees. Adopting from RUSSIA & ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
OHIO
Free Adoption Information Sessions
3rd Wed./mo., 6 P.M. Spons. by A Child's Waiting Adoption Program.
Jennifer Marando 330-665-1811
AKRON
International Adoption Seminar
Feb. 15, FREE seminar to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members will be on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, immigration, travel, & countries to adopt from.
Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
BEACHWOOD
Caton, OH Adoption Seminar
Jan. 18, FREE seminar to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members will be on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, immigration, travel, & countries to adopt from.
Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
CANTON
Free Adoption & Foster Care Informational Meetings
3rd Thurs./mo., 5-6 P.M.:00 - 6:00 P.M. Spons. by A Center for Homestudies and Placement Services.
www.adoptionohio.org Rima Ajbani 513-410-7276 or adoptionohio@aol.com
CINCINNATI
Ukrainian Adoption Information Seminar
Jan. 10, 10 A.M.-12 P.M. Westerville Library, 126 State Rd. Come meet a representative from the Ukraine talk with families about the Ukraine program & have your questions answered!
Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
COLUMBUS
Columbus Oh Seminar
Mar. 22, FREE seminar to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members will be on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, immigration, travel, & countries to adopt from.
www.bbas.org Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
COLUMBUS
OKLAHOMA
Free International Adoption Information Session
Jan.11, Feb.8, & Mar. 8. Junior League of Oklahoma City 1001 NW Grand Blvd.
Lisa Elder 405-306-0519 or meeldest@aol.com
OKLAHOMA CITY
OREGON
Free Online Information: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, and RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, Adoption Process, Programs & Fees. Information about adopting from RUSSIA & ETHIOPIA information. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
Domestic Adoption Information Session
1st Tues/mo. 6:30-8 P.M. Learn about infant adoption . Spons. by Boys & Girls Aid., Oregon’s most experienced adoption agency. Call for info. & registration.
www.boysandgirlsaid.org/adoption/info_sessions.html Christine 877-932-2734 or cherd@boysandgirlsaid.org
PORTLAND
PENNSYLVANIA
Waiting Families Support Group
3rd Wed./mo., 6:30P.M., Wesley United Methodist Church, 2540 Center Street. For families who are adopting from all countries. Spons. by Families with Children from China - Lehigh Valley.
Karen Jani 610-746-0453 or paquara@rcn.com
BETHLEHEM
International Adoption Information Meeting
Feb. 26, 6:30-8 P.M. Ludington Library, Bryn Mawr Ave. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
BRYN MAWR
Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting
Mar. 31, 6:30-8 P.M. 7607 Old York Rd. Lower Level Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
ELKINS PARK
Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting
Jan. 21, 6:30-8 P.M. Newtown Public Library, 201 Bishop Hollow Rd. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meeting to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
NEWTOWN SQUARE
Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting
Jan. 7, 6:30-8:00 P.M. The Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meeting to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
Domestic Adoption Law Night
Jan. 14, 6-8 P.M. Registration required at least, 48 hrs prior to workshop. $25 fee for families who are not affiliated with Open Arms. Join us to learn more about domestic adoption law in PA & NJ. Our presenters are well known in the field of adoption law & both are members of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
International Adoption Information Meeting
Jan. 15, 6:30-8 P.M. 10125 Verree Rd., Ste. 300 Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meeting to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
Adoptive Parenting in the Gay and Lesbian Community
Jan. 27, 6-8 P.M. 2100 Arch St. Hear the experiences of others living gay and/or lesbian adoptions. Opportunity for questions will be provided. Registration required 48 hours in advance. $25 fee for families not affiliated with Open Arms.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
Adopting in the African American Community: Domestic Infant Adoption Information Meeting
Feb. 3, 6:30-8:00 P.M. Imperial Towers, 3801 Conshohocken Ave. #123. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs and meet the staff! Registration required.
Shlomit Twersky 267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
Breastfeeding your Adopted Baby
Feb. 11, 6:30-8 P.M. 10125 Verree Rd. Ste. 300 Learn how to induce breastfeeding and the reasons behind it. Registration Required at least 48 hours in advance.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
Transracial Adoption: Becoming a Multiracial Family
Feb. 19, 6-8:30 P.M. 2100 Arch St. This workshop will be an opportunity to explore & prepare for the experience of transracial adoption its joys, challenges, and richness. Topics discussed will include: the unique parenting tasks in transracial adoption; building interracial family identity; supporting healthy racial identity development for children of color; issues of race & racism interracial families formed by adoption face; choosing diversity over convenience; creating cultural competence and building bridges to our children's heritage of origin.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
The Hospital Experience: Meeting the Needs of Both Birth and Adoptive Families
Feb. 26, 6-8 P.M. 2100 Arch St. Facilitator: Meredith Rose, MSW, MPH. Registration required at least 48 hours prior to workshop. $25 fee for families who are not affiliated with Open Arms.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
How to Talk to Your Child about Their Adoption Story
Mar. 12, 6-8:30 P.M. 2100 Arch St. Facilitator: Abby Ruder, BA, MFT Registration required at least 48 hours prior to workshop. $25 fee for families who are not affiliated with Open Arms.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
Domestic Infant Open Adoption Information Meeting
Mar. 3, 6:30-8 P.M. Chestnut Hill Library, 8711 Germantown Ave. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
International Adoption Information Meeting
March 19, 6:30-8 P.M. 10125 Verree Rd, Ste. 300. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free information meetings to learn about our programs & meet the staff! Registration required
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
SOUTH CAROLINA
The 4 Factors of Adoption: Age, Ethnicity, Medical Considerations and Cost
Fri. Jan. 16, 6:30-8:30 P.M. St Francis, Eastside. An in depth discussion of the primary & secondary factors of adoption, how they apply to both the adoptive parent & child, and how each can effect the decision making process. 2.5 Credit Hours/certificates are available for Adoptive parents & certified investigators. Pre-registration required. Cost per class: $15.00 per class/ per family.
864-675-4400
GREENVILLE
Adoption Awareness Expo
Sat. Jan. 24, 10 A.M.- 2 P.M. Greenville Main Library.
info@aceskids.org
GREENVILLE
Adoption Awareness Expo
Sat Jan. 24, 10 A.M.- 2 P.M. Greenville Main Library
info@aceskids.org
GREENVILLE
Free Online Information: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, and RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, Process, & Fees. Information about adopting from RUSSIA & ETHIOPIA. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, & will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
TENNESSEE
Free Online Information: An overview of ALL International Programs: Overview, Process, Programs and Fees, and RUSSIA or ETHIOPIA Specific Presentations
Free Online Information Meetings Topics include: An overview of ALL International Programs, Adoption Process, and Fees. Information about adopting from RUSSIA & ETHIOPIA. These free meetings are designed for families who are thinking about working with Children's Home Society & Family Services, based in Minnesota, and will have their adoption study and post-placement services completed by local agencies.
http://www.childrenshomeadopt.org/Online_Phone_Conferences.html Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302, x2236 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
TEXAS
Adoption Interest Meeting
Fri. Jan. 9, 1:30 P.M.– 5 P.M. at the Buckner Children’s Home campus, 5200 S. Buckner Blvd. Families interested in domestic adoption are invited to attend a free interest meeting & workshop to learn more about the adoption process, fees & children available for adoption. Interested families must complete a free pre-application and questionnaire, available online at www.beafamily.org prior to attending the workshop.
Sharon Hedrick 866-236-7823 or shedrick@buckner.org
DALLAS
International Adoption Interest Meeting
Fri. Jan. 9, 9 A.M.– 12:30 P.M. Buckner Children’s Home campus, 5200 S. Buckner Blvd. Families interested in international adoption are invited to attend a free interest meeting & workshop. To learn more about the adoption process, fees & children available for adoption. Interested families must complete a free pre-application and questionnaire, available online at www.beafamily.org prior to attending the workshop.
Sharon Hedrick 866-236-7823 or shedrick@buckner.org
DALLAS
Free International Adoption Information Session
Feb. 12. Gladney Center for Adoption 6300 John Ryan Dr.
Judy Hayes 800-924-0407 or judy.hayes@gladney.org
FORT WORTH
Free International Adoption Information Session
Jan. 10 & Feb. 7. Memorial Dr. United Meth. Church Rm. D-126, 12955 Memorial Dr. Park in the East Parking Lot.
Judy Hayes 800-924-0407 or judy.hayes@gladney.org
HOUSTON
Third Free Annual San Antonio Adoption Fair
Jan. 24, 1-5 P.M. to 5pm. Find out hoe you can become an adoptive or foster parent. International, domestic & foster care agencies will be on hand to answer your questions.
Amanda Way 210-494-2160 or amanda@adoptionpriorities.com
SAN ANTONIO
Adoption Information Seminar
Ja. 24, 5:30-7:30 P.M. Northern Hills United Methodist Church, 3703 N. Loop 1604 E. Free Adoption Seminar covering the process, costs & time frames for Newborn-Domestic, Older Child, & International Adoption. Please call to register. To be followed by the San Antonio Adoption Fair.
Leslie Gose 210-696-2410 or Leslie@mmhome.org
SAN ANTONIO
VIRGINIA
Exploring Adoption
Peer-led support group for people thinking about adoption meets 1st Tues./mo. Spons. by the Mid-Atlantic Region of RESOLVE.
Mary Stern 703-753-0363
FAIRFAX
Adoptive Families Del Sol
Monthly family get-togethers & quarterly parent workshops for families who have adopted or are in the process of adopting from a Latin American country.
Cristal Lake-Sanders 804-744-5202 or Josna1@verizon.net
RICHMOND
WASHINGTON
AWAIT Support Group Meetings
Meets on 3rd Mon./mo. 7-9 P.M. Bellevue Public Library: 1111—110th Ave. AFFGS waiting families monthly suppport group. A teamwork atmosphere helps all remain focused on the goal of building friends and families through adoption.
(206) 903-9664 or members@affgs.org
BELLEVUE
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)
Free Adoption Information Meeting
2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M., 3300 East Union St. Join us for an information meeting to learn more about the adoption process & 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, 7-9pm at Joe & Gayle Kohler's home, 4937 NW Discovery Ridge Ct.
www.kitsapadoptiongroup.com Joe & Gayle Kohler 360-662-0630
SILVERDALE
WACAP Information Meetings
2nd Thurs./mo., 7 P.M., St. Aloysius Parish Center, 330 E. Boone.
509-924-0624
SPOKANE
NATIONWIDE
Adoption Webinar
Jan. 14, Building Blocks Adoption Service, Inc., a Christian based, non-profit international adoption agency, will be providing a FREE seminar to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members will be on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, immigration, travel, and countries to adopt from.
www.bbas.org Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
HOME/WORK
Adoption Webinar
Jan. 22, Building Blocks Adoption Service, Inc., a Christian based, non-profit international adoption agency, will be providing a FREE seminar to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members will be on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, immigration, travel, & countries to adopt from.
www.bbas.org Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
HOME/WORK
Adoption Webinar
Feb. 12, FREE seminar to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members will be on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, immigration, travel, & countries to adopt from. To register visit our website at www.bbas.org.
Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
HOME/WORK
Adoption Webinar
Feb. 26, FREE seminar to the community to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members will be on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, immigration, travel, & countries to adopt from.
Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
HOME/WORK
CANADA
GTA West Parent Group
3rd Thurs./mo., 7-9 P.M., Real Canadian Superstore, Dundas/Trafalgar - Upstairs. Enjoy an evening with other adoptive parents. Spons. by The Children's Bridge International Adoption Consultants.
Mary O'Brien Kwan mok@cogeco.ca
OAKVILLE, ONTARIO
GERMANY
Kaiserslautern Military Community Adoption Support Group
Meets third Tues./mo., 7 P.M. Health & Wellness Center (Bldg 3722) on Landstuhl Post. Members share pre- & post-adoption information.
www.usadopteurope.com Jeanie Veith 06371-47-6148 or usadopteurope@gmail.com
LANDSTUHL
 
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