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AGAPE Family Fun Night with the Hudson Valley Renegades; Dutchess County

August 17, 2018

Dutchess Stadium
1500 NY-9D, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845-679-9900 Advocacy and Outreach / Supportive Events https://www.milb.com/hudson-valley

Join us for an AGAPE Family Fun Night for Adoptive, Foster and Guardianship Families!&...

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Join us for an AGAPE Family Fun Night for Adoptive, Foster and Guardianship Families!

We had funding for a FREE night out at the ball game with the Hudson Valley Renegades and are thrilled to announce that we have sold out our reserved ticket block! But don't worry, you can still join up with other local adoptive, foster and guardianship families for a fun night out.

Purchase Tickets to the Ball Game!

We have more room in the group; you can purchase tickets at the discounted group rate directly from the Hudson Valley Renegades box office directly for $8.00 each. Just go to this link , log in and use the group code: Foster

This event is for the whole family and includes a $5.00 per person food voucher.

Fill in the form below to be added to out wait list!

We had a set number of tickets that we made available to our families for free. If you would like to be added to the added to the waiting list, please fill out the form below. If we have any cancellations or additional funding, we will invite you to join us.

Friday, August 17 at 6:30pm at Dutchess Stadium, 1500 Route 9D Wappingers Falls

Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Please confirm the county you live in:*
Email*
Phone*
How many tickets will you need?*
Please enter a value between 1 and 10.
I am a:*
Check all that apply.
- Kinship Care Giver
- Foster Parent
- Adoptive Parent
- Adoptee
- Foster Care Alumni
- Kinship Care Alumni
- Birth Parent
- Child Welfare Professional
- other
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.
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; Suffolk Summer Series

August 21, 2018

Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO)
755 Waverly Ave, Holtsville, NY 11742 631-598-1983 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, ...

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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 and childcare provided.

Open to all adoptive parents and relative caregivers who have guardianship of the child in their care. Foster parents and

relative with custody also welcome depending on space.

Register Now!

Tuesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 PM on 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/14 and 8/21 at the Suffolk Independent Living Organization (S.I.L.O.) Offices at 755 Waverly Avenue, Holtsville

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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Job Corp Seminar; Suffolk

August 22, 2018

Suffolk Independent Living Organization Inc. (SILO)
755 Waverly Ave, Holtsville, NY 11742 631-598-1983 Family Information and Resources / Supportive Events

For Adoptive Parents, Relative Caregivers and Foster Parents

Join the Coalition and Job Corps in learning information and orientation for youth transition services, job readiness skills and continuing education. We ...

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For Adoptive Parents, Relative Caregivers and Foster Parents

Join the Coalition and Job Corps in learning information and orientation for youth transition services, job readiness skills and continuing education. We will provide details about Job Corp’s $35,000 scholarship, which includes dormitory housing, meals, uniforms and recreational team-building activities.

Open to adoptive, foster and kinship parents and young adults 18 years and up.

This is a great way to help young people see the world is full of potential and tap into their greatest resource—themselves!

Orientation presented by Job Corps Recruiter, Tammy Torelli.

RSVP Now!

Wednesday, August 22 from 6 to 8 PM at SILO located at 755 Waverly Avenue, Holtsville

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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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