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Second Circuit Ruling Advances Claim for Increased Support for Children in New York’s Foster Care System

NEW YORK, NY: Almost a decade ago, Morrison & Foerster, acting pro bono, brought suit on behalf of the Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York (formerly the New […]

Helping CHAMPS Collect Stories of Amazing Foster Families!

May is National Foster Care Month, and May 31 is National Foster Family Appreciation Day. The CHAMPS campaign (http://fosteringchamps.org/) is collecting stories about amazing foster parents and families in honor […]

Statewide Post Adoption Support: A Vision Realized

Beginning in April 2019, the Coalition’s Adoptive and Guardianship Assistance Program for Everyone (AGAPE) will grow to serve four more counties – Madison, Cortland, Cayuga and Chenango. In total, we will provide post adoption services through OCFS’s Regional Permanency Resource Centers.

November is National Adoption Awareness Month; #Just Listen

As the month progresses and we all have the opportunity to engage others in conversations about adoption, foster and kinship care, let’s make the effort to really listen to and elevate the voices of those most affected. We need to look to the input of adult adoptees; to recognize their journey, celebrate their experiences, and value their voice.

Casting for Foster Care Documentary Training Film; Ithaca

We’ll be coming to the Ithaca area soon and are looking to continue doing short interviews with foster parents interested in speaking about their experiences. If you are interested in participating, please fill out the form.

The Coalition Opposing the Aderholt Amendment

The “Aderholt Amendment” would allow foster care and adoption service providers across the country to discriminate against both children and potential parents based on sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, and marital status.

What’s Going on Around the State:

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Express Yourself; After School for Youth Adoptees

June 20, 2019

Lehman Alternative Community School
402 Chestnut St, Ithaca, NY 14850 607-272-0034 Supportive Events

A place for adoptees to connect through various forms of expression
such as movement, music and art.

In collaboration with Lehman Alternative Community School, the Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York presents Express Yourself, an after school project for adoptees.

We will cover a wide range of creative activities including but not limited to
drawing, painting, weaving, dancing, ...

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A place for adoptees to connect through various forms of expression
such as movement, music and art.

In collaboration with Lehman Alternative Community School, the Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York presents Express Yourself, an after school project for adoptees.

We will cover a wide range of creative activities including but not limited to
drawing, painting, weaving, dancing, music and just all around fun stuff.
Led by:

Sarah Gotowka, a Korean adoptee and textile-based artist.

Mac Morris, an African American adoptee movement-based artist from Brooklyn.

Register Now!

Questions? Contact Sarah at sarah@affcny.org or 607-272-0034

SIX Thursdays starting 2/21 from 3:25 to 4:25 PM at the Lehman Alternative Community School, Room #U1 located at 402 Chestnut Street, Ithaca.

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Reframing Parenting Training; Cortland Spring Series

June 20, 2019

Grace Christian Fellowship
1250 Fisher Ave, Cortland, NY 13045 607-272-0034 Family Information and Resources / Parent Education and Training / Parent Support Groups / Supportive Events http://

A Free Workshop for Adoptive and Guardianship Parents raising children with adverse childhood experiences or difficult past histories.

DURING THIS SERIES WE WILL EXPLORE:

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

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A Free Workshop for Adoptive and Guardianship Parents raising children with adverse childhood experiences or difficult past histories.

DURING THIS 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.

This workshop is open to all adoptive and guardianship parents. Foster Parents also welcome, dependent on space.

Child care and light dinner will be provided for every class.

Register Now!

Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 PM on 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 6/6, 6/13 and 6/20 at the Grace Christian Fellowship located at 1250 Fisher Avenue in Cortland.

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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Adoptive Parent Monthly Support Group; Kingston

June 30, 2019

Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center
300 Wall Street Kingston, New York 12401 845 679 9900 Family Information and Resources / Parent Education and Training / Parent Support Groups / Supportive Events https://lgbtqcenter.org/pec-events/adoptive-parent-support-group/1561906800/

For all Adoptive Parents, Relative Caregivers and Foster Parents

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Free for all Adoptive Parents

Support groups can be a great place to connect with other parents who are going through the same frustrations and stress you are going through. It is comforting to know you are not alone in this journey. Come connect and share with other adoptive parents in a safe, non-judgment space facilitated by adoptive parents. Childcare provided.

All are welcome.

Questions? Call us at 845-679-9900

RSVP Now!

Meetings are held the last Sunday of every month Starting May 26th form 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Center located at 300 Wall Street in 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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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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A Free Workshop for Adoptive and Guardianship Parents raising children with adverse childhood experiences or difficult past histories.

A Free Workshop for Adoptive and Guardianship Parents raising children with adverse childhood experiences or difficult past histories.

Register Now!

Please tell us about the children that will be attending with you.

Attestation for AGAPE Services

Free for all Adoptive Parents

RSVP Now!

Please tell us about the children that will be attending with you.

Attestation for AGAPE Services