Pre-Adoptive Informational Events
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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
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
Intro to Foster Parenting & Volunteering Orientations
April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug. 13, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, & Dec. 17, 7 P.M., & Sat., March 15, April 19, May 24, June 21, July 19, Aug. 16, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, & Nov. 22, 9 A.M., Union Presbyterian Church, 858 University Avenue. An overview of the need, the foster care system, training requirements, & ways to volunteer with foster children or families. Child care available with advance notice. CPR & First Aid class on above Saturdays, 8:30 A.M.-1:30 P.M. Spons. by Help One Child.
Judy jholmes@helponechild.org
LOS ALTOS
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
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 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
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 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
Women, Infertility, Support & Prayer
Meets Fridays, 9:30 A.M., Dillon International office, 18001 Irvine Blvd., Suite 101.
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
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
ABCs of Adoption and Foster Care
Dec. 2 Adoption Alliance Office in Denver & Dec. 13 at Highlands Ranch Library. Free information meetings on adoption & foster care. Come learn the differences between international & domestic adoptions. Find out about the foster care & waiting child programs. Check www.adoptall.org for times & locations.
www.adoptall.org
Anney Morris 303-584-9900 or anney@adoptall.org
DENVER
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
Christmas Celebration
Dec. 13th 2-4 P.M. St John’s Lutheran Church, 700 South Franklin St. Open to everyone! Please RSVP.
970-226-8948 or colorado@hihiadopt.org
DENVER
Free Informational Adoption Meeting
Nov. 20, 6:30-8:30 P.M, First Presbyterian Church, Rm 204. 531 South College Ave. RSVP required.
970-226-8948 or colorado@hihiadopt.org)
FORT COLLINS
Free Informational Meeting
Dec. 18, 6:30-8:30 P.M. First Presbyterian Church, Rm 204, 531 South College Ave. RSVP required.
970-226-8948 or colorado@hihiadopt.org
FORT COLLINS
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
Adoption Information Meetings
April 16, May 7, June 4, July 16, Aug. 6, Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 12, & Dec. 10, 7-9 P.M. Free monthly informational meetings in Family & Children's Agency's office. Meetings will address questions & concerns about international. & domestic adoptions.
www.familyandchildrensagency.org
Linda Hall 203-299-1532 ext, 335 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 & 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
FLORIDA
International Adoption Information Session
Sat. Dec. 6, 10:30 A.M.-12:30 P.M. Hallandale Beach Library, 300 S. Federal Highway. 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.
Zita De Vita (305) 336-8967 or devitafamily1@aol.com
HALLANDALE
International Adoption Information Session
Oct 25 & Dec 6. Hampton Inn, 7448 N. International Drive
www.gladney.org
Debra Parris 888-811-3406 or debra.parris@gladney.org
ORLANDO
International Adoption Information Session
Dec 9. Jimmie B Keel Public Library, 2902 W. Bearss Ave.
Debra Parris 888-811-3406 or debra.parris@gladney.org
TAMPA
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
2nd Annual NWGFAPA Mini-Conference
Dec. 5-7, Red Top Mountain State Park & Lodge, 50 Lodge Rd. SE
Belinda Jenkins (770) 899-6920 or bjenkins@nwgfapa.org
CARTERSVILLE
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
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
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
Getting through the Holidays
Dec. 15, 6:30 P.M.The waiting & stress of the pre-adoptive period can present special challenges during the holiday season. Learn how to make these pre adoptive holidays more enjoyable.
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
Adoption Preparation Workshop-Hague Requirements
Dec. 5 & 6, Fri. from 6-9 P.M. & Sat. from 9 A.M.-4 P.M. This Hague required workshop provides the education necessary to fulfill the Hague requirements for Intercountry adoption. Topics include the international adoption process, attachment & bonding, parenting skill-set, effects of the environment on child development & easing the transition.
Kristin Minor 317-963-5858 or kminor1@clarian.org
INDIANAPOLIS
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
Adoption Fair
Sat. Nov. 22,1-5 P.M. Faith United Methodist Church, 308 Veterans Memorial Lane. Mary Kendall Adoption Program will host ADOPT’08 Adoption Fair: information from various international adoption agencies, vendors & support groups. There will also be informational seminars.
Catherine Rickman 270-846-3101 or catherine.rickman@kyumh.org
BOWLING GREEN
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
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
Free International Adoption Information Meeting
June 10, Aug. 12, Oct. 14, & Dec. 9, 7-8:15 P.M., Adoptions Together, 10230 New Hampshire Avenue, Suite 200.
410-869-0620
SILVER SPRING
MASSACHUSETTS
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. 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
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
Waiting Child Orientation Meeting
Mon. Dec. 8, 6-8 P.M. at HOPE Adoption & Family Services, 5850 Omaha Ave. N. Please register: 651-439-2446
Julie Kink 651-439-2446 or hope@hopeadoptionservices.org
OAK PARK HEIGHTS
General Informational Meeting
Sat. Nov. 22, 9-11 A.M. HOPE Adoption & Family Services, 5850 Omaha Ave. N. Please register.
Julie Kink 651-439-2446 or hope@hopeadoptionservices.org
OAK PARK HEIGHTS, MN
ONLINE: Free International and Domestic Infant Adoption Online Meeting
Thurs. Dec. 4, 6-8 P.M. Free International & Domestic Infant Adoption Online Meeting. Confirmation & login instructions will be emailed to you after registration. There will also be a short Russia program presentation by a Russia specialist.
https://secure.childrenshomeadopt.org/Info_Meetings_and_Phone_Meetings_Greater_MN.html
Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302 or welcome@chsfs.org
ONLINE
Free Family Hosted International and Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting
Thurs. Nov. 20, 6-8 P.M. Park Rapids Area Library, 210 W. First St. Free Family Hosted International & Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting. An area family who adopted from Ethiopia will share their experiences. A representative from CHSFS will also be on hand to answer questions. Contact to RSVP.
Carol Wiens 651-255-2217 or cwiens@chsfs.org
PARK RAPIDS
Free International and Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting
Tues. Dec. 2, 6-8 P.M. CHSFS Main office, 1605 Eustis St. Free International & Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting. There will also be a short Russia program presentation by a Russia specialist.
Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302 or welcome@chsfs.org
SAINT PAUL
Free International and Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting
Thurs. Dec. 18, 6-8 P.M. CHSFS Sauk Rapids Office, 1311 2nd St N, Suite 101, Sauka Rapids. Free International & Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting. A short Russia program presentation by a Russia specialist is available upon request, call to request, if interested.
https://secure.childrenshomeadopt.org/Info_Meetings_and_Phone_Meetings_Greater_MN.html
Alisa Matheson 651-255-2217 or welcome@chsfs.org
SAUKA RAPIDS
Free International and Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting
Sat Nov. 22,9 A.M. 12 P.M. CHSFS Main office, 1605 Eustis St. Free International & Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting. There will also be a short Russia program presentation by a Russia specialist and a panel of adoptive families.
https://secure.childrenshomeadopt.org/Info_Meetings_and_Phone_Meetings_Greater_MN.html
Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302 or welcome@chsfs.org
ST PAUL
Free International and Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting
Sat. Dec. 13, 9 A.M.- 12 P.M. CHSFS Main office, 1605 Eustis St. Free International & Domestic Infant Adoption Meeting. There will also be a short Russia program presentation by a Russia specialist & a panel of adoptive families.
https://secure.childrenshomeadopt.org/Info_Meetings_and_Phone_Meetings_Greater_MN.html
Alisa Matheson 800-952-9302 or welcome@chsfs.org
ST PAUL
Waiting Families Support Group
2nd Tues./mo., Children's Home Society & Family Services, 1605 Eustis Street.
Laura Nystrom 651-255-2255
ST. PAUL
MISSOURI
ABCs of International Adoption
Dec. 2, 7-8:30 P.M. One First Missouri Center, Suite 115. Learn about Dillon International’s adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, & India at a free meeting held
Margie 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
Greater Seacoast Adoptive & Foster Families Connect
Monthly parent gatherings,Waiting families, Online forum & database to help you connect locally and much more.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GSAFF
Julie Coffey Burke 603 205 6116 or gsaff2008@gmail.com
SEACOAST
NEW JERSEY
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
Preparing our Families to Adopt Older Children from Overseas
Dec. 10, 1-4 P.M. JCCA office, 120 Wall St. Featuring guest speakers, Boris Gindis PhD, Center for Cognitive-Developmental Assessment & Remediation & Tanya Gindis, Director, Post Adoption Learning Center.
212-558-9904
NEW YORK
The 28th Annual Adoption Conference
Sun. Nov. 23, Weill Cornell Medical College, 1300 York Ave. at East 70th St.
212.304.8479 or nycapc@hotmail.com
NEW YORK
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 International Adoption Information Session
Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 1. Colonial Baptist Church CC222, 6051 Tryon Rd.
Debra Parris 888-811-3406 or debra.parris@gladney.org
CARY
Adoptive Family Preparation
Nov. 20, Dec. 4, & Dec. 11; 7-9P.M. A 3-part series for Adoptive Family Preparation. Please contact us to reserve your spot.
RJ Caswell 980-253-1825 or info@weavingfamilies.com
CHARLOTTE
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
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
Adoption Seminar Dec 7 Medina OH
Dec.8, 1:30-3:30 P.M.Medina Library, 210 South Broadway St, Medina OH 44256. FREE webinars to families to teach about the process of international adoption. Staff members are on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, travel, & countries to adopt from & children available for adoption.
www.bbas.org
Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
MEDINA
OKLAHOMA
Free International Adoption Information Session
Oct 4, Nov 2 , Dec 7. Junior League of Oklahoma City 1001 NW Grand Blvd.
Lisa Elder 405-306-0519 or meeldest@aol.com
OKLAHOMA CITY
Pre- Adoption Workshop
Dec. 6, 9:30 A.M.- 3:30 P.M. Dillon's office, 3227 E. 31st St., Suite 200. Pre-adoption workshop presenting information & answering questions on international adoption from China, Korea, Haiti,& India.
http://www.dillonadopt.com
Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA
ABCs of International Adoption
Dec. 9, 6-7:30 P.M. at the licensed, non-profit agency’s office, 3227 E. 31st St., Suite 200. Come learn about Dillon International’s adoption programs in China, Korea, Haiti, & India at a free meeting.
http://www.dillonadopt.com
Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA
ABCs of International Adoption
9:30 A.M.-3:30 P.M. 3227 E. 31st St. Pre-adoption workshop will be held from members will present information & answer questions on the licensed, non-profit agency’s programs in China, Korea, Haiti, & India. Please call for information or reservations.
http://www.dillonadopt.com
Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA
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
Nov. 20, 6:30-8:00 P.M. Imperial Towers #123, 3801 Conshohocken Ave. Thinking about adoption? We welcome you to attend our free international information meeting to learn about our program & meet the staff. Working in partnership with Spence-Chapin, we provide loving homes for children from Korea, Colombia, China & Bulgaria. Come learn more about these programs & answer any questions you may have about adopting internationally. Registration required.
267-256-2053 or info@OpenArmsAdoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
Creating Family Profiles and Child Lifebooks
Nov. 20, 6-8 P.M. 2100 Arch St. Learn from adoptive parents with a flair for creativity: this workshop will give you lots of ideas on how to create a Family Profile (for infant domestic adoption) that presents your family in its most honest & wonderful way. 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 Information Workshop
Sat. Nov. 22, 10 A.M.- 12 P.M. Greenville Library, Pelham Rd. Information Workshop: Specializing in Domestic Infant adoption & International adoption from Russia- Accredited in Russia. Visit website to register.
www.Beaconhouseadoption.com
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
All God's Children: Adoption from a Christian Perspective
Thurs. Nov 20, 6:30-8:30 P.M. Brookwood University, Brookwood Church.
Jennifer.Spires@brookwoodchurch. Jennifer Spires
SIMPSONVILLE
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 Information Seminar
Nov. 30, Join Methodist Mission Home for this Free Adoption Seminar. We will review the process, costs and time frames for the following types of adoption services: Domestic newborn babies, Older Child Adoption through Texas CPS & International Adoption with our partner agency Children’s Home Society & Family Services. PLEASE REGISTER.
Leslie Gose 210-696-2410 or Leslie@mmhome.org
AUSTIN/PFLUGERVILLE
Preparing for International Adoption Workshop
Dec. 6, 9:30 A.M.-3:30 P.M., First United Methodist Church, 313 North Center, in Arlington. To prepare adoptive families who are adopting internationally from China, India, Haiti, Korea, or Vietnam. Attendees will learn about the steps in the adoption process & how to prepare for each step, the adoption home study, putting together the dossier for your child's country, getting ready to travel to receive your child, & initial adjustments after your child comes home. Societal issues related to international adoption will also be covered. Spons. by Dillon International.
www.dillonadopt.org
DALLAS
Free International Adoption Information Session
Dec 6. Gladney Center for Adoption 6300 John Ryan Dr.
Judy Hayes 800-924-0407 or judy.hayes@gladney.org
FORT WORTH
Adoption Information Seminar
Nov. 20, 6:30–8:30 P.M. Alamo Heights United Methodist Church located at 825 E. Basse Rd. Free Adoption Seminar. We will present the adoption process, costs & time frames for the following types of adoption services: Domestic newborn babies, Older Child Adoption.
Leslie 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
Domestic Infant & Older Child Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 7, Oct. 2, & Dec. 4, 7-8:15 P.M., Adoptions Together, 427A Carlisle Drive. Free information meeting spons. by Adoptions Together.
410-869-0620
HERNDON
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
The 2008 Seattle Area Adoption Information Fair
Nov. 22, 9 A.M.- 1 P.M. Evergreen Hospital Education Center in Kirkland. For individuals & families interested in learning more about adoption, come & meet state as well as private adoption agencies, support groups, adoption attorneys, & many others in the adoption field. Admission for attendees is free.
Mark Demaray 425-771-6453 or markdemaray@msn.com
KIRKLAND
Life's Longest Bond
Wed., Dec. 10, 7-8:30 P.M., WACAP office, 315 S. Second St. A discussion of how adopting a sibling for your child is the same as & different from adding a sibling by birth. RSVP.
206-575-4550
RENTON
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
Dec. 17, 8:30 P.M. EST, FREE online webinars to families interested in the process of international adoption. Staff members are on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, travel, & countries to adopt from & children available for adoption.
www.bbas.org
Karen McFarland 330-725-5521 or karen@bbas.org
HOME
Adoption Webinar Nov 19
Nov. 19, 8:30 P.M. EST FREE online webinars to families interested in the process of international adoption. Staff members are on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, travel, & countries to adopt from & children available for adoption.
www.bbas.org
Karen McFarland 866-321-2367 or karen@bbas.org
HOME/WORK
Adoption Webinar
Dec. 10, 1 P.M. EST FREE online webinars to families interested in the process of international adoption. Staff members are on-hand to answer questions about homestudies, paperwork, travel, & countries to adopt from & children available for adoption.
www.bbas.org
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