You will be required to complete eight (8) hours of pre-adoptive training. Adoptions Together offers several seminars for families adopting domestically.
*Pre-registration is required for all classes*
Foundations of Adoptive Parenting (Pre-Adoption)
The Foundations of Adoptive Parenting 5.5 hour pre-adoption seminar focuses on a wide range of issues related to open adoption, adopting trans-racially, and emotional and practical considerations related to adopting a child. Particular emphasis is placed on navigating the birth parent relationship and the benefits and challenges of open adoption. The seminar incorporates open discussion, lecture, experiential activities, video clips and question and answer to teach and reinforce important concepts.
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January 19, 2013 (Calverton)
February 16, 2013 (Baltimore)
March 16, 2013 (Calverton)
March 23, 2013 (Virginia)
April 13, 2013 (Baltimore)
May 4, 2013 (Virginia)
May 18, 2013 (Calverton)
June 8, 2013 (Baltimore)
July 20, 2013 (Calverton)
August 17, 2013 (Baltimore)
August 24, 2013 (Virginia)
September 21, 2013 (Calverton)
October 19, 2013 (Baltimore)
November 9, 2013 (Virginia)
November 16, 2013 (Calverton)
December 14, 2013 (Baltimore)
Enhancing Bonding and Attachment (Pre-Adoption)
The Enhancing Bonding and Attachment 2.5 hour pre-adoption seminar focuses on the relationship between attachment, trauma and brain development, and provides techniques and strategies for enhancing bonding and attachment between parent and child. Other topics addressed include: positive adoption language, basic baby care, and general post adoption issues. Time is also devoted to preparing siblings for adoption, and nurturing healthy relationships with spouses, partners, friends and extended family during and after the adoption. The seminar incorporates open discussion, lecture, experiential activities, video clips and question and answer to teach and reinforce important concepts.
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March 2, 2013 (Calverton)
April 13, 2013 (Virginia)
May 4, 2013 (Calverton)
June 1, 2013 (Baltimore)
July 13, 2013 (Calverton)
August 3, 2013 (Baltimore)
August 10, 2013 (Virginia)
September 7, 2013 (Calverton)
October 5, 2013 (Baltimore)
November 2, 2013 (Calverton)
November 16, 2013 (Virginia)
December 7, 2013 (Baltimore)
Family Forever (Post-Adoption)
The Family Forever 2 hour post-adoption seminar provides an opportunity for new adoptive parents to come together to discuss challenges, joys, and questions in a safe, supportive atmosphere. Techniques for strengthening bonding and attachment with baby, as well as navigating relationships with birth parents will be reviewed. The seminar will also provide information on infant temperament, how to talk with children about adoption at different ages and stages, and adoption finalization. Parents are strongly encouraged to bring their babies with them to Famiyl Forever! The seminar incorporates open discussion, lecture, and question and answer to teach and reinforce important concepts.
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January 15, 2013 (Calverton)
January 22, 2013 (Baltimore)
January 29, 2013 (Virginia)
February 12, 2013 (Calverton)
February 26, 2013 (Virginia)
March 12, 2013 (Baltimore)
April 9, 2013 (Virginia)
May 14, 2013 (Calverton)
June 11, 2013 (Baltimore)
July 9, 2013 (Virginia)
August 13, 2013 (Calverton)
September 10, 2013 (Baltimore)
October 8, 2013 (Virginia)
November 12, 2013 (Calverton)
December 10, 2013 (Baltimore)