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Parents of Adult Adoptees Support Group; Tompkins County

January 20, 2019

Contact for Location 607-272-0034 Parent Support Groups / Supportive Events

They might be all grown up, but they never stop being your children! Please join us at this gathering for parents of adult adoptees, where you can find and offer support, discuss experiences, and share current information relevant to adoption, trauma and families.

Parents of Adult Adoptees Support Group; Post Holiday Dish to Pass Gathering

We are meeting on a Sunday, January 20th from noon-2pm this time, please let us know if you are able to attend. We try to hold monthly support group gathering for parents of adult adoptees. They usually will be every second Saturday of the month from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

We don't have a specific topic, but thought a "check in" would be nice. We would also like to determine ...

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They might be all grown up, but they never stop being your children! Please join us at this gathering for parents of adult adoptees, where you can find and offer support, discuss experiences, and share current information relevant to adoption, trauma and families.

Parents of Adult Adoptees Support Group; Post Holiday Dish to Pass Gathering

We are meeting on a Sunday, January 20th from noon-2pm this time, please let us know if you are able to attend. We try to hold monthly support group gathering for parents of adult adoptees. They usually will be every second Saturday of the month from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

We don't have a specific topic, but thought a "check in" would be nice. We would also like to determine if this group would like to continue to meet and/or if there are any specific topics of discussion or information that this group feels would be helpful as we continue our life roles as adoptive parents.

For more information, please email Susan Rausch at Susan@affcny.org or Christiane Lister: cl243@cornell.edu

Please RSVP

Sunday, January 20th from noon to 2 PM at Christiane's Home. Please e-mail Christiane for address and directions.

Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Please confirm the county you live in:*
Email*
Phone*
I am a:*
- Kinship Care Giver
- Foster Parent
- Adoptive Parent
- Adoptee
- Foster Care Alumni
- Kinship Care Alumni
- Birth Parent
- Child Welfare Professional
- other
Check all that apply.
If you plan to bring something to share, can you let us know what?
Attestation for AGAPE Services
I attest that my family was formed by adoption or guardianship via a court order. I understand that the services provided by AGAPE are for adoptive and guardianship families. By indicating here, I understand that I may be asked by AFFCNY to provide proof of adoption or guardianship and certify that I will provide this documentation upon request.
Electronic signature certificating attestation:*
Family formed by:*
- Adoption
- Guardianship
- Both

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Reframing Parenting Training; Ulster

January 22, 2019

Old Dutch Church
272 Wall Street Kingston, NY 12401 845-679-9900 Family Information and Resources / Parent Education and Training / Parent Support Groups

FREE workshop series for adoptive and guardianship parents raising children with adverse childhood experiences or difficult past histories.

DURING THIS SIX WEEK SERIES WE WILL EXPLORE:

Building connections with your child before correcting their misbehaviors by using an attitude of play, acceptance, curiosity, and empathy.

Supporting your child through their sometimes difficult behavior to get them back on track to more socially acceptable behavior.

Concepts of self-care, figure out where your relationship with your child is blocked and how to deepen connections with them.

Refreshments provided. Childcare available with advanced registration.

Open to all adoptive parents and relative ...

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FREE workshop series for adoptive and guardianship parents raising children with adverse childhood experiences or difficult past histories.

DURING THIS SIX WEEK SERIES WE WILL EXPLORE:

Building connections with your child before correcting their misbehaviors by using an attitude of play, acceptance, curiosity, and empathy.

Supporting your child through their sometimes difficult behavior to get them back on track to more socially acceptable behavior.

Concepts of self-care, figure out where your relationship with your child is blocked and how to deepen connections with them.

Refreshments provided. Childcare available with advanced registration.

Open to all adoptive parents and relative caregivers who have guardianship of the child in their care. Foster parents and relatives with custody also welcome depending on space.

Register Now!

Tuesdays from 5:30 to 8:30 PM 1/15 through 2/19 at the Old Dutch Church located at 272 Wall Street, Kingston

Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Please confirm the county you live in:*
Email*
Phone*
I am a:*
- Kinship Care Giver
- Foster Parent
- Adoptive Parent
- Adoptee
- Foster Care Alumni
- Kinship Care Alumni
- Birth Parent
- Child Welfare Professional
- other
Check all that apply.
Do you need childcare?*
- yes
- no
- maybe
Please tell us about the children that will be attending with you.
Please provide the name and age of each child below:*
Please tell us about any special medical needs, developmental or behavior needs for any of the children.*
Do/does the child/ren have any allergies or special dietary needs that we should know about?*
Attestation for AGAPE Services
I attest that my family was formed by adoption or guardianship via a court order. I understand that the services provided by AGAPE are for adoptive and guardianship families. By indicating here, I understand that I may be asked by AFFCNY to provide proof of adoption or guardianship and certify that I will provide this documentation upon request.
Electronic signature certificating attestation:*
Family formed by:*
- Adoption
- Guardianship
- Both

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Transracial Adoption Support and Discussion; Ithaca

January 23, 2019

Beverly J. Martin Elementary School
302 W Buffalo St, Ithaca, NY 14850 607-272-0034 Family Information and Resources / Parent Education and Training / Parent Support Groups / Supportive Events

Love Might be Color Blind, But the World Is Not

A place for parents who have adopted transracially to engage in lively discussion around the intersections of race and adoption.

Please join us for this very special discussion on transracial adoption.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Register Now!

2019 Meeting Dates! Scheduled for Wednesdays on 1/23, 3/20, 5/22, 9/25 and 11/20 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Beverly J. Martin Elementary School located at 302 West Buffalo Street in Ithaca.

Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Please confirm the county you live in:*
Email*
Phone*
I am a:*
- Kinship Care Giver
- Foster Parent
- Adoptive Parent
- Adoptee
- Foster Care Alumni
- Kinship Care Alumni
- Birth Parent
- Child Welfare Professional
- other
Check all that apply.
Do you need childcare?*
- yes
- no
- maybe
Please tell us about the children that will be attending with you.
Please provide the name and age of each child below:*
Please tell us about any special medical needs, developmental or behavior needs for any of the children.*
Do/does the child/ren have any allergies or special dietary needs that we should know about?*
Attestation for AGAPE Services
I attest that my family was formed by adoption or guardianship via a court order. I understand that the services provided by AGAPE are for adoptive and guardianship families. By indicating here, I understand that I may be asked by AFFCNY to provide proof of adoption or guardianship and certify that I will provide this documentation upon request.
Electronic signature certificating attestation:*
Family formed by:*
- Adoption
- Guardianship
- Both

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Love Might be Color Blind, But the World Is Not

A place for parents who have adopted transracially to engage in lively discussion around the intersections of race and adoption.

Please join us for this very special discussion on transracial adoption.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Register Now!

2019 Meeting Dates! Scheduled for Wednesdays on 1/23, 3/20, 5/22, 9/25 and 11/20 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Beverly J. Martin Elementary School located at 302 West Buffalo Street in Ithaca.

Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Please confirm the county you live in:*
Email*
Phone*
I am a:*
- Kinship Care Giver
- Foster Parent
- Adoptive Parent
- Adoptee
- Foster Care Alumni
- Kinship Care Alumni
- Birth Parent
- Child Welfare Professional
- other
Check all that apply.
Do you need childcare?*
- yes
- no
- maybe
Please tell us about the children that will be attending with you.
Please provide the name and age of each child below:*
Please tell us about any special medical needs, developmental or behavior needs for any of the children.*
Do/does the child/ren have any allergies or special dietary needs that we should know about?*
Attestation for AGAPE Services
I attest that my family was formed by adoption or guardianship via a court order. I understand that the services provided by AGAPE are for adoptive and guardianship families. By indicating here, I understand that I may be asked by AFFCNY to provide proof of adoption or guardianship and certify that I will provide this documentation upon request.
Electronic signature certificating attestation:*
Family formed by:*
- Adoption
- Guardianship
- Both

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The Powerful Link Between Laughter and Mental Health

January 23, 2019

KiDS NEED MoRE
600 Albany Ave #14, Amityville, NY 11701 631-598-1983 Family Information and Resources / Parent Education and Training / Parent Support Groups / Supportive Events

Free for Adoptive Parents, Relative Caregivers and Foster Parents

Please join us for this fun and informative parent training, "Laughter for the Mental Health of Soothing the Flight, Fright or Freeze Brain"

Presented by Pat O’Brien, AGAPE Long Island Rockland Director,

Questions? Contact Pat O’Brien at pat@affcny.org or 718.570.5134

Register Now!

Wednesday, January 23th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at ...

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Free for Adoptive Parents, Relative Caregivers and Foster Parents

Please join us for this fun and informative parent training, "Laughter for the Mental Health of Soothing the Flight, Fright or Freeze Brain"

Presented by Pat O’Brien, AGAPE Long Island Rockland Director,

Questions? Contact Pat O’Brien at pat@affcny.org or 718.570.5134

Register Now!

Wednesday, January 23th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Kids Need More located at 600 Albany Avenue, Amityville

Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Please confirm the county you live in:*
Email*
Phone*
I am a:*
- Kinship Care Giver
- Foster Parent
- Adoptive Parent
- Adoptee
- Foster Care Alumni
- Kinship Care Alumni
- Birth Parent
- Child Welfare Professional
- other
Check all that apply.
Attestation for AGAPE Services
I attest that my family was formed by adoption or guardianship via a court order. I understand that the services provided by AGAPE are for adoptive and guardianship families. By indicating here, I understand that I may be asked by AFFCNY to provide proof of adoption or guardianship and certify that I will provide this documentation upon request.
Electronic signature certificating attestation:*
Family formed by:*
- Adoption
- Guardianship
- Both

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ABOUT THE COALITION

The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York was founded in 1975 as the New York State Citizens Coalition. The Coalition provides support, information and advocacy for foster, kinship and adoptive families in the Empire State and the professionals who serve them.

A member of the National Foster Parent Association and Voice for Adoption.

108 Main Street, Suite 5, New Paltz, NY 12561
Free 24/7 HelpLine: 888-354-1342
Main office: 646-688-4321
AGAPE Hudson Valley: 845-679-9900
AGAPE Long Island: 631-598-1983
AGAPE Southern Tier Finger Lakes: 607-272-0034
Fax: 845-633-8041
Contact the Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York
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