For those pursuing a domestic infant adoption The pre-parenthood adoption classes listed here are specific to those considering the adoption of a child NOT in foster care in the U.S., through the domestic infant programs. Families are provided with the information and preparation necessary to assess communication, exploring child development, understanding of the adoption process, […]
This webinar will focus on crisis management for families who are caring for youth with extensive trauma histories and disrupted attachmentsThis training will provide the framework for how we heal through relationships and how we can best respond to a dysregulated child in a nurturing way that doesn’t jeopardize their attachment and trust. Practical techniques […]
New parents, especially new adoptive parents, need to consider several things related to the financial security & protection of their familyFacilitated by Lara Smith and Brittiny Razzano, Esq.New parents, especially new adoptive parents, need to consider several things related to the financial security and protection of their family. This class is facilitated by an adoptive […]
For those pursuing the domestic adoption of an older child or an international adoption The A-OK educational classes are referred to as ANCHOR (Attach, Nurture, Commit, Healing, Open-minded, Resilience). They are specific to those considering the adoption of an older child or children. The classes give attendees a great deal of information that prepares them […]
Adoption STAR is offering a newborn/infant care class that is open to the agency’s prospective adoptive parents!The class will be facilitated by a group of practicing nurses that are currently pursuing an additional nursing degree at Daemen College. By attending, clients currently in the midst of a home study will earn 2 hours towards the […]
Building Families Through AdoptionBecome introduced to Adoption STAR’s A-OK (Adopt an Older Kid) program and the policies, procedures, and services offered to clients interested in adopting an older child.After registering for this information session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event.Contact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or […]
For Adoptee Teens Only Ages 13 – 18Adoptees ages 13 – 18 are welcome to join in on an interactive discussion on many hot topics such as school, bullying, prejudice, the highs and lows of being an adoptee, a son, a daughter, a sibling, friend, and student. Join us!After registering for this information session you […]
SAVE THE DATE for Adoptive Parents Committee (APC)'s in-person Adoption Conference on May 7, 2023! APC’s conference promotes a better awareness of adoption, and provides attendees with accurate information on adoption and parenting issues. There will be over 60 workshops on all aspects of adoption, adoption-related exhibits and a book store. This conference is for […]
For those pursuing a domestic infant adoption The pre-parenthood adoption classes listed here are specific to those considering the adoption of a child NOT in foster care in the U.S., through the domestic infant programs. Families are provided with the information and preparation necessary to assess communication, exploring child development, understanding of the adoption process, […]
Grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, siblings, and friends are all impacted when a child or sibling group is adopted into their familyAdoptive parents often spend a significant amount of time educating themselves about the unique needs of children in the foster care system and specific issues of adoption, but what about other members of the extended […]
