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Adoption Stories and Memoirs from the Birth Parents Perspective

October 20, 2014July 5, 2018 Admin Uncategorized

Essential books recommended by the Coalition for foster and adoptive families, plus anyone else who can benefit from a greater understanding of adoption and foster care.

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Hudson Valley Foster and Adoptive Parent Support Group; Beacon

November 17, 2018

Howland Public Library
313 Main St, Beacon, NY 12508 845 679 9900 Family Information and Resources / Parent Education and Training / Parent Support Groups / Supportive Events

For all Adoptive Parents, Relative Caregivers and Foster Parents

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A NEW Hudson Valley Parent Support Group in Beacon, New York

Free for all Adoptive Parents, Relative Caregivers and Foster Parents

An opportunity for adoptive parents, relative caregivers and foster parents to come together in a safe, no-judgment space facilitated by a foster and adoptive parent to gain support, share stories and find connection.

Childcare provided and light refreshments will be served.

All are welcome.

Questions? Call us at 845-679-9900

Register Now!

Saturday, September 15th and November 17th, 2018 from 10AM to 12PM at the Howland Library at 313 Main Street, Beacon

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.
Please tell us which meetings you wish to RSVP for:*
Check as many as apply.
- Select All
- Saturday Sept 15 | 10AM-12PM | Beacon
- Saturday Sept 15 | 4-6PM | Kingston
- Saturday Oct 20 | 10AM-12PM | New Paltz
- Saturday Oct 27 | 10AM-12PM | Middletown
- Saturday Nov 3 | 4-6PM | Kingston
- Saturday Nov 17 | 10AM-12PM | Beacon
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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Adoptive Parents Committee Annual Conference 2018

November 18, 2018

St. Francis College
80 Remsen St, Brooklyn, NY 11201 212-304-8479 Adoption and Foster Care Conferences / Supportive Events https://www.adoptiveparents.org/annual-conference/

The 38th Annual Adoptive Parents Committee (APC) Adoption Conference on Sunday, November 18, 2018!

Conference participants will have the opportunity to attend numerous workshops, seminars, lectures and panel discussions. Led by professionals and experts in the adoption field including attorneys, social workers, physicians, adoptive parents, agency representatives, adoptees and educators, the ...

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The 38th Annual Adoptive Parents Committee (APC) Adoption Conference on Sunday, November 18, 2018!

Conference participants will have the opportunity to attend numerous workshops, seminars, lectures and panel discussions. Led by professionals and experts in the adoption field including attorneys, social workers, physicians, adoptive parents, agency representatives, adoptees and educators, the workshops provide up-to-date information as well as a forum for discussions.

The APC conference is for those who are considering adoption as a way to build their family, those who have already adopted and for those professionals and advocates who are involved in the adoption and foster care fields.

Look for the Coalition at the APC!

The Adoptive an Foster Family Coalition of New York will have an exhibit table at the APC Conference. Stop by and say hello! Coalition team members will also be presenting various workshops. Richard Heyl de Ortiz will be presenting our Circle of Trauma training and we've also been invited to bring out "This is Us Adoption in the Real World" panel to Brooklyn!

Registration and Informational Links

Registration Now Open for Early Bird Discount: http://apcconference2018.eventbrite.com

Workshop proposals are currently being accepted. Click here to submit a proposal: https://www.adoptiveparents.org/workshop-proposal

For exhibitor and journal info, click here: https://www.adoptiveparents.org/conference-professional-store

For more information, email info@adoptiveparents.org.

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Parenting Together St. Lawrence County: Foster, Adoptive, & Kinship Support Network

November 18, 2018

The Red Retreat
59 Somerset Avenue Massena, NY 13622 Parent Support Groups https://www.facebook.com/groups/226324954112006/

For Foster, Kinship and Adoptive Families in St. Lawrence County

Based off the online group designed for Fosters Parents in St. Lawrence County to gather to support one ...

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For Foster, Kinship and Adoptive Families in St. Lawrence County

Based off the online group designed for Fosters Parents in St. Lawrence County to gather to support one another and share knowledge and experiences. Parenting Together St. Lawrence County: Foster, Adoptive, & Kinship Support is a monthly in-person parent support group meetings for foster, kinship and adoptive parents.

Limited child care available at our home next door with lots of play things in a fenced in back yard, inside activities if weather is bad, and a park just across the street. We have parent volunteers to take shifts watching the littles, so come and connect with other adults who do what you do!

Even a little time together counts, people can stop in and leave as needed.

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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.

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