Pre-Adoptive Informational Events
Select your location to see events near you.
ALASKA
Anchorage Let's Talk
Meets 1st Wed./mo., 6:30-8:30 P.M. A faith based training & support group for foster & adoptive families. Spons. by Alaska Center for Resource Families.
Tammy Keech 907 279-1803 or tkeech@nwresource.org
ANCHORAGE
Adopting Through OCS
Monthly classes. Learn everything you need to know about adopting through the State of Alaska Office of Children's Services. Topics will include; ICWA laws, subsidies, legal free vs legal risk adoption, home studies & family preparation. Spons. by Alaska Center for Resource Families.
Brenda Ursel 800-478-7307 or bursel@nwresource.org
ANCHORAGE, JUNEAU, FAIRBANKS, MAT-SU
ARIZONA
Orientation
2nd Wed./mo., 6:30-8 P.M. The first step in learning about AASK's programs, processes & how to become involved in a life of a child through adoption, foster care & mentoring.
www.aask-az.org
602-254-2275 or info@aask-az.org
MESA
Orientation
2nd Tue./mo., 6:30-8 P.M. The first step in learning about AASK's programs, processes & how to become involved in a life of a child through adoption, foster care & mentoring.
www.aask-az.org
602.254.AASK (2275) or info@aask-az.org
PEORIA
Exploring Adoption - West & North Valley Support Group
3rd Wed./mo., 6:30 P.M., Claim Jumper, 3063 W. Agua Fria Freeway (101 Freeway, Deer Valley Ctr). Spons. by RESOLVE of Arizona.
Donnie Straus illbedmd@hotmail.com
PHOENIX
Exploring Adoption - East and South Valley, Phoenix Support Group
3rd Mon./mo., 6:30 P.M., California Pizza Kitchen (Tempe Marketplace), 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy. Spons. by RESOLVE of Arizona.
Theresa MacKinnon taheese@cox.net
PHOENIX
Phoenix Orientation
2nd/Sat./mo or 3rd/Tues./mo. The first step in learning about AASK's programs, processes & how to become involved in a life of a child through adoption, foster care & mentoring.
www,aask-az.org
602-254-2275 or info@aask-az.org
PHOENIX
ARKANSAS
Adoption Information Meeting
Sept. 10, Oct. 8 & Dec. 10. 6-7:30 P.M. Dillon International office will provide an overview of adoption from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, Ghana & Colombia. Adoption programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through an affiliation with Buckner, will also be discussed.
http://www.dillonadopt.com
Kimberly/Dillon International st 501-791-9300 or DillonAR@dillonadopt.com
NORTH LITTLE ROCK
CALIFORNIA
Adoption Salon Pasadena
Pre/Post Foster Care & Adoption Support Group meets 3rd Thurs./mo., 7-9 P.M., 747 W. Mountain View St. Next meeting is June 20. No need to RSVP; just drop in. Spons. by Celia Center.
Granite Bay Foster Adoption Orientation Meeting
2nd Wed./mo. Learn about the benefits of adopting a local child & the ins & outs of adopting a foster child. Spons. by Lilliput Children's Services.
S. Walston 916-789-9700 or swalston@lilliput.org
GRANITE BAY
The Adopt Salon Support Group
1st Wed./mo.: Aug. 7, Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, & Dec. 4., 7-9 P.M., The Shuken Auditorium, Vista Del Mar, 3200 Motor Ave. Facilitated by adoptions psychotherapist, & adult adoptee Jeanette Yoffe, MFT. Free to members of the Adoption Triad, adults, only no kids. Please bring pot luck to share. Spons. by Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services.
Jill Boyer 310-836-1223 ext. 288 or JBoyer@VistaDelMar.org
LOS ANGELES
Baby Care For Adopted Infants: The Care & Feeding of Your New Baby
Dec. 7, 9 A.M.-1 P.M., Kaiser Oakland Medical Center, Mosswood Building, RM #1172 & 1173,3505 Broadway. Spons. by Pact. This class is appropriate for parents-to-be of children up to 2-years-old when they come home.
Adopt A Special Kid Informational Workshop
Meets 2nd Tues./mo., 7-9 P.M. An AASK social worker will present an overview of the child welfare system & the foster care & adoption processes. Parents can ask questions in a comfortable atmosphere & schedule an initial interview with a social worker. We strives to make adoption accessible to a diverse range of families, including: LGBT parents, parents of all ethnic backgrounds, single & partnered parents, We provide all social work services necessary to adopt a child from foster care at no cost to our families.
www.aask.org
510-553-1748 ext12 or info@aask.org
OAKLAND
Family of Color Adoption Orientation
Sept. 12, 6:30-8:30 P.M., Kaiser Oakland Medical Center, Mosswood Building, RM #1172 & 1173, 3505 Broadway. Free orientation spons. by Pact.
Adoption and Foster Care Information Meeting
Held 2nd Tues./mo 6-7:30 P.M., 1045 W. Katella Ave.,#330. Spanish & English speaking staff. Our experienced social work team will provide information on how to become a foster parent &/or an adoptive parent. Get facts about the process, the children, & the benefits available. RSVP. Spons. by Hannah's Children's Homes.
Micki Ross, LCSW 714-516-1077 or mickihch@yahoo.com
ORANGE
"Fortune Cookies" Adoption Peer Led Support Group
Every other Wed., 6:30-9 P.M. For those who are considering or are in the process of adopting a child. Spons. by San Diego affiliate of RESOLVE Southwest Region.
Mary rupperts@cox.net
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
Touched by Adoption
Meets last Sat./mo., Jan-Oct, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Live Oak Family Resource Ctr, 1438 Capitola Rd. Adoptive families, adult adoptees, families waiting to adopt, & birthparents.
adoption@got.net
SANTA CRUZ
Adoption Information Meeting
July 27, Aug. 24, Sept. 28, Oct. 26, Nov. 9, & Dec. 7. 10:30 A.M-12 P.M., Dillon's office. An overview of adoption from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, Ghana & Colombia. Adoption programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through an affiliation with Buckner, will also be discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com
Dillon International staff 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
Foster-Adoptive Parenting Information Meeting
Tues. 6-8 P.M., 1838 Eastman Ave. Ste 100. Open your heart & home to a child in need & help create lifelong connections through the power of family. Spons. by Aspiranet.
Valerie Hoffman 805- 289-0120 or vhoffman@aspiranet.org
VENTURA
COLORADO
Rocky Mountain Ethiopian Adoption Support Group
Meets 1st./Tues or Wed,/mo, 7-9 P.M., 899 Logan St. For families who have adopted or are in the process of adopting from Ethiopia.
misgriffvb@yahoo.com
Kristi Griffith-Jones 303-425-4003 or shawn.rodda@gmail.com
DENVER
Free Hand In Hand Information Nights
Meets 3rd Thurs/.mo., First Presbyterian Church, 531 S.College Ave. Learn about int'l adoption, & country specific programs. RSVP required.
Kimberly Morgan 970-226-8948 or coloradohih@msn.com
FORT COLLINS
CONNECTICUT
General Adoption Information Meetings
1st Tues./mo., 7 P.M., Rocky Hill Office, 2139 Silas Deane Hwy, Ste 201. Learn about your adoption options, both domestic and international. Reserve space. Spons. by Lutheran Social Services of New England.
800-286-9889
ROCKY HILL
Free Adoption Information Meetings
Meets 1st Tues./mo. in Rocky Hill & 3rd Mon./mo in New Haven. Information meetings about both domestic & international adoption
Jennifer Phillips 8602579899 or jphillips@lcssne.org
ROCKY HILL AND NEW HAVEN
DELAWARE
Learn About Adoption
July 18, 6:30 P.M., AFTH office. Join us for a free information meeting & learn about our domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance, & the benefits of open adoption. A great way to learn more about our domestic programs, which place infants directly from the hospital & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.
www.afth.org
800-355-5500 or adoption@afth.org
WILMINGTON
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Baby Care Classes
Classes geared for adopting parents & specific adoption circumstances. 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
All About Adoption, Adopting and Adoptive Parenting
1st mon./Mo, 5:30-7 P.M., 1681 Maitland Ave. Lead by Linda Barnby, adoption attorney & adoptive parent, she will educate, inform, & answer all your questions.
www.orlandoadoptionattorney.com
Debbie Santora 407-383-4942 or lbarnbypa@gmail.com
MAITLAND
A Family of My Own Fertility & Adoption Conference
Nov. 9, 9 A.M.-3 P.M., Double tree by Hilton Hotel, Houston Greenway Plaza, 6 Greenway Plaza E. The conferences will provide diverse and the latest information in the field of family building. There will be concurrent sessions addressing female and male fertility, common infertility challenges such as PCOS and endometriosis, natural and holistic treatment options, low tech / high tech assisted conception, third party and egg and sperm donor programs. The sessions also include many ways to adopt; domestic, foster and international. Also offers a unique opportunity to meet many specialists and professionals in the fertility and adoption field. Ask questions one-on-one and learn about exhibitors’ services and products. Our hope is that you gain knowledge, hope and inspiration, to help create a family of your own.
http://afamilyofmyown.com/register/?ee=11/
407-493-5717 or info@afamilyofmyown.com
ORLANDO
HAWAII
General Information Sessions
1st Tues./mo., 5:30-7 P.M. An introduction to our adoption programs, all are welcome. RSVP. Spons. by Hawaii International Child.
Shannon Murphy 808-589-2367 or Shannon@h-i-c.org
HONOLULU
ILLINOIS
4th Annual Walk for Adoption Chicago
Oct. 12, 9 A.M., Lake Arlington. Come celebrate adoption! Any and all who support adoption are invited to attend. Spons. by IL/WI Chapter of Families Supporting Adoption and St. Mary's.
http://walkforadoptionchicago.com
Christy walkforadoptionchicago@gmail.com
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS
Adoptive Parent Support Group
3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., LSSI. 103 S. Country Fair Dr. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Snacks & child care provided.
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. Snacks & child care provided.
Kim Holder 618-997-9196 or Kimberly.Holder@lssi.org
MARION
Pre-Adoption Support Group
Meets last Wed./mo., 7-9 P.M., Lutheran General Hospital, 1700 Luther Ln. Spons. by RESOLVE, Great Lakes Region.
Mark and Jen marknjen2000@aol.com
PARK RIDGE
Adoptive Families Support Group
3rd Thurs./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., LSSI office, 4709 44th St, Ste 1. Open to all parents who have adopted, are in the process of adopting, or anyone thinking of adopting.
Susan Goble 309-786-6400 or susan.goble@lssi.org
ROCK ISLAND
Adoptive Families Together: Parent Support Group
1st Mon./mo., 6-7:30 P.M., LSSI, 321 W. State St., 4th Fl. Open to all types of adoptive parents, as well as those preparing to adopt. Snacks & child care provided.
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. Snacks & child care provided.
Alisa Hilliard 309-671-0300
WEST PEORIA
INDIANA
Domestic Infant Adoption Information Seminars
Meets 2nd Sat./mo., 1-2 P.M., Adoptions of Indiana, 1980 E. 116th St, Ste 325. Presenter; Amy Nicholas, BSW.
www.adoptionsofindiana.org
Amy Nicholas 317-574-8950 or anicholas@ad-in.org
INDIANAPOLIS/CARMEL
LOUISIANA
Domestic Adoption Workshop
1st Mon./mo, 5:30 P.M. Everything you need to make an informed decision about how to adopt & what will work best for your family; topics include homestudies, the adoption process, requirements & more. Pre-registration required. Spons. by Beacon House Adoption Services.
msmargie@beaconhouseadopt.com 225-753-5551
BATON ROUGE
MINNESOTA
Waiting Families Support Group
2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M., Children's Home Society & Family Services, 1605 Eustis St.
Laura Nystrom 651-255-2255
ST. PAUL
MISSOURI
Adoption Support Meeting
Meets 1st/Thru./mo., 7-9 P.M., Auditorium 1, Missouri Baptist Hospital. Peer-led group for prospective & current adoptive parents. Free & open to the public. Spons. by Infertility and Adoption Support, Inc.(IAS).
www.infertilityandadoption.org
Danielle Pennel dani.adoption@gmail.com
ST. LOUIS
Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 6, Oct. 1, & Dec. 3, 7-8:30 P.M., Dillon's office. An overview of adoption from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong,Ghana & Colombia. Adoption programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through an affiliation with Buckner, will also be discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com
Margie/Dillon International staf 314-576-4100 or DillonMO@dillonadopt.com
ST. LOUIS
NEW JERSEY
Adoption Information Meeting
Meets 1st Weds./mo., 6:30-8 P.M. RSVP. Spons. by Adoption Options.
Terry Dingle 609-699-4110 or tdingle@lsmnj.org
BURLINGTON
Adoption Information Meeting
Meets 1st Tues./mo., 6:30-8 P.M., 6 Terri Lane. Learn about our Infant Open Adoption Program & our Waiting Child Adoption Program. Spons. by Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey.
MaryAnn Sager 609-699-4111 or msager@lsmnj.org
BURLINGTON
Learn About Adoption
July 16, 6:30 P.M. Join us for a free information meeting & learn about our domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance, & the benefits of open adoption. A great way to learn more about our domestic programs, which place infants directly from the hospital & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.
www.afth.org
800-355-5500 or adoption@afth.org
CHERRY HILL
Free Domestic Adoption Information Session
Aug. 21, 6:30-8 P.M. We welcome you to attend one of our information meetings to learn about our programs and meet our staff. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.
http://www.openarmsadoption.net/adoption/resources-for-adoptive-families/
Michele LeMasney 609-694-2626 or mlemasney@openarmsadoption.net
CHERRY HILL
Free Domestic Adoption Information Session
July 26 & Aug. 19, 6:30-8 P.M. We welcome you to attend one of our information meetings to learn about our programs and meet our staff. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.
www.openarmsadoption.net/adoption/resources-for-adoptive-families/
Michele LeMasney 609-694-2626 or mlemasney@openarmsadoption.net
FLORHAM PARK
Baby Care for Adoptive Parents
Fri., Aug. 9, 10 A.M.-1 P.M., Deborah Steincolor's office, 80 Park St. Spons. by IAC Center.
609-737-8750 or info@iaccenter.com
MONTCLAIR
Baby Care for Adoptive Parents Workshop
Aug. 9, 10 A.M.-1 P.M. Facilitator Danielle Ciccaglione RN, BSN, CCE, an IAC Center Educator, a certified childbirth educator with extensive experience teaching classes on both childbirth and newborn baby care; a specialty in educating the Intended Parents of gestational carrier arrangements and now pre-adoptive parents on the birth process, the hospital experience, and newborn infant care.
Emily Morgan Phone 609-737-8750 or info@iaccenter.com
MONTCLAIR
Parents Through Domestic Adoption Support Group
Meets 3rd Sun./mo., 10-11:30 A.M. Spons. by IAC Center.
www.iaccenter.com
Joni Mantell 609-737-8750 or jmantellmsw@iaccenter.com
PENNINGTON
Waiting Families Support Group
Meets 3rd Mon./mo., Panera Bread, 136 Nassau St., 7-9 P.M. Singles & couples in the adoption process or waiting for a referral are welcome to attend. Spons. by RESOLVE Northeast Region.
Susan Merkel 609-694-5658 or resolveadoptionplsg-princeton@comcast.net
PRINCETON
Domestic Adoption Meetings
Meets 2nd Mon./mo. Learn about domestic adoption. Please registers. Spons. by A Loving Choice Adoption Associates. register.
Cathleen McNee 732-224-0924 or alovingchoice@comcast.net
SHREWSBURY
NEW YORK
AFCR Adoption Fair
Mon., Nov. 4, Best Western Albany Airport, Wolf Rd.
518-448-5295
ALBANY
Pre-Adoption Support Group
Last Mon./mo., 8 P.M. Spons. by RESOLVE of the Northeast.
Aileen 516-596-7088 or catwatcher315@yahoo.com
LONG ISLAND
How to Adopt Domestically and Internationally
2nd Wed./mo. 6-7:30 P.M. Free interactive session led by staff of Ametz Adoption Program of JCC. Learn the difference in working with an agency or attorney, what to expect during the homestudy, costs, time-frames, & support before, during, & after adoption. Please register.
www.jccany.org/ametz
646-505-5708
MANHATTAN
Parents through International Adoption Group
Meets 1st/Wed./mo. Spons. by IAC Center.
www.iaccenter.com
609-737-8750 or jmantellmsw@iaccenter.com
MANHATTAN
School-Age International Adoption Information Meeting: Only a Saint Can Do This…and Other Myths about Adopting School-aged Children
June 25, 6:30-8:30 P.M., Spence-Chapin Services, 410 East 92 St. Join us for a discussion on who these children are, what their emotional and developmental needs are, & if you could be the right match for a child growing up without a family.
212-400-8150
MANHATTAN
Adoption Information Meetings
Meets 1/Mon./mo, 6-8 P.M. Learn about the adoption process from a skilled professional. Infant, international & waiting child options all discussed.
Jody Hansen-Walker 585-354-8929 or efazio@hillside.com
ROCHESTER
RESOLVE General Adoption Support Group
Meets 1st Fri./mo, 7.30 P.M. Peer-led support group for members at any stage of the adoption process. We offer a friendly and confidential environment for all to share their journey with others who understand.
Chemene Vizzi cvizzi9@gmail.com
SUFFOLK COUNTY (VARIES)
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know
June 24, 6;30-8:30 P.M., HYATT House White Plains, Summerfield Rooms 1 & 2, 101, Corporate Park Dr. This free event is open to anyone interested in or involved with the adoption process. Come learn about the domestic & international adoption processes & meet the staff of Forever Families Through Adoption.
Anna Sandbank 914-939-1180 or adopt@foreverfamiliesthroughadoption.org
WHITE PLAINS
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know
Mon., June 24, 6:30-8 P.M., HYATT House White Plains, 101 Corporate Dr., Summerfield Rooms 1 & 2. Free information session. No registration necessary.
www.foreverfamiliesthroughadoption.org
Anna 914-939-1180 or adopt@ForeverFamiliesThroughAdoption.org
WHITE PLAINS
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
OKLAHOMA
Adoption Information Meeting
July 19, Sept. 21, Nov. 15. 2-3:30 P.M., Dillon's office. An overview of adoption from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, Ghana & Colombia. Adoption programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through an affiliation with Buckner, will also be discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com
Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA
Adoption Information Meeting
Aug. 13, Oct. 8, & Dec. 10. 6-7:30 P.M., Dillon's office. An overview of adoption from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, Ghana & Colombia. Adoption programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through an affiliation with Buckner, will also be discussed.
www.dillonadopt.com
Dillon International staff 918-749-4600 or info@dillonadopt.com
TULSA
OREGON
Adoptive Family Orientation Session
Held 1st Tues./mo., 6:30-8 P.M., 018 SW Boundary Ct. Explore the Infant Adoption Program at Boys & Girls Aid. RSVP.
www.boysandgirlsaid.org
Jess Hoylman; Outreach Coordinat 503.542.2343 or jhoylman@boysandgirlsaid.org
PORTLAND
PENNSYLVANIA
Free Domestic Adoption Information Session
June 19, July 11, & 29 & Sept. 10, 6:30-8 P.M. We welcome you to attend one of our information meetings to learn about our programs & meet our staff. Spons. by Open Arms Adoption Network.
www.openarmsadoption.net/adoption/resources-for-adoptive-families/
Michele LeMasney 609-694-2626 or mlemasney@openarmsadoption.net
PHILADELPHIA
Learn About Adoption
July 18, 8 P.M., AFTH office. Join us for a free information meeting & learn about our domestic adoption process, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance, & the benefits of open adoption. A great way to learn more about our domestic programs, which place infants directly from the hospital & have any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.
www.afth.org
800-355-5500 or adoption@afth.org
WYNNEWOOD
TEXAS
Adoption Information Meeting
Jul. 15, Sept. 16, & Nov. 4., 6-7:30 P.M., Buckner Children's and Family Services campus. An overview of adoption from China, Korea, Haiti, India, Hong Kong, Ghana & Colombia. Adoption programs in Ethiopia, Russia & Honduras, available through an affiliation with Buckner, will also be discussed.
http://www.dillonadopt.com
Dillon International staff 214-319-3426 or DillonTX@dillonadopt.com
DALLAS
Tapestry Waiting Famlies Groups
Two groups, 7:30 P.M., 1st group meets 1st Sat./mo, at Mike & Johnna Wolverton's home, & the 2nd group meets 4th Sat./mo. at Anthony & Kristin Violi's home. Coffee & dessert will be served. Spons. by Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Ministry.
Kristin Violi 972-395-1308 or ktvioli@gmail.com
IRVING
Dallas Moms Night Out
Meets 4th Tues. every other month. For Moms & moms-to-be. Spons. by Tapestry Adoption & Foster Care Ministry.
Amy Monroe 972-315-9628 or tapestry@irvingbible.org
NORTH DALLAS
International Adoption Seminar
Oct. 26. 9:30 A.M.-4 P.M., Dillon office. Comprehensive class addressing the needs & adjustments of newly adopted children & their adoptive families. Includes lunch & materials. Counts for 6 certified Hague adoption education hrs.
http://www.dillonadopt.com
Kim/Dillon International staff 714-734-8600 or DillonCA@dillonadopt.com
TUSTIN
VERMONT
Adoption Information Meetings
Individual meetings available upon request. Explore the exciting & rewarding opportunity of building a family through adoption. Learn about our programs & meet families & staff. Spons. by WHFC
Barb Drotos 802.453.2581 or bdrotos@whfc.org
BURLINGTON
VIRGINIA
Adoption Support Group
Meets 2nd Thurs./mo. Offers support to individuals & couples who have an interest in, or are in the process of adopting. Spons. by the Mid-Atlantic Region of RESOLVE.
Cristal Lake-Sanders Richmond@midatlantic.resolve.org
RICHMOND
WASHINGTON
AWAIT Support Group Meetings
Meets on 2nd Mon./mo. 7-9 P.M. Bellevue Public Library: 1111—110th Ave.
www.affgs.org
(206) 903-9664 or members@affgs.org
BELLEVUE
Adoption Information Meetings at WACAP
Meets 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 USA. Free & all are welcome.
www.WACAP.com
206-575-4550
RENTON (SEATTLE)
Adoption Information Meeting at Amara
2nd Tues./mo., 6-8 P.M. & periodically on a Sat. morning, 3300 East Union St. Learn about the adoption process, adopting children from foster care & Amara's services.
Contact Amara to RSVP 206-260-1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org
SEATTLE
WISH (Waiting Is So Hard)
Meets 2nd Thurs./mo, 7-9 P.M. at Joe & Gayle Kohler's home, 4937 NW Discovery Ridge Ct. Spons. by Kitsap Adoption Group
www.kitsapadoptiongroup.com
Joe & Gayle Kohler 360-662-0630
SILVERDALE
NATIONWIDE
Webinar: Adopting from Colombia
Jun. 27, 6:30 P.M., EST. Offers families considering adoption the opportunity to learn about international adoption
https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/registrations/new?cid=106er4lie244
Ethanie Good 800-632-9312 or info@carolinaadoption.org
ONLINE
Webinar: Eastern Europe Adoption Possibilities
Jun. 20, 6:30 P.M., EST. International adoption is growing in Eastern Europe. Carolina Adoption Services has active programs and waiting child programs in Armenia, Bulgaria, and Moldova.
https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/registrations/new?cid=787qjsckbdmp
Ethanie Good 800-632-9312 or info@carolinaadoption.org
WEBINAR
GERMANY
Kaiserslautern Military Community Adoption Support Group
Meets 3rd 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
