Tuesday, November 17Funraising Dining Out, Heart Gallery, PRIDE Trainings, Support Groups and Conferences, Television & Radio Announcements, Television Specials, Training Opportunities, US Holidays Calendar |
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Tuesday, November 17
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9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Location: |
Forest Park Covenant Church 3815 Henry St., Muskegon |
| Summary: |
MUSKEGON - Adoption Support Group |
| Description: |
For more information please contact Nancy Wittkopp at (231) 726-1210. |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Location: |
Family Service & Children's Aid, 330 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson |
| Summary: |
JACKSON - Parenting Classes |
| Description: |
This is for parents, expecting parents, teachers, daycare providers, anyone who loves children.
Six core classes on parenting skills and 80 workshops to choose from inorder to meet your needs and interests
This is an on-going program and you may join at anytime.
The cost is FREE!
We can all use more information when it comes to impacting a young person's life.
Please contact Melissa Davis, Parent Education Coordinator at 517-787-7920 ext. 229 to sign up or if you have questions.
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| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Location: |
Catholic Social Services of Muskegon, 1095 Third, Muskegon |
| Summary: |
MUSKEGON - "ADOPTEENS" |
| Description: |
This teen support group is sponsored by Catholic Social Services of Muskegon, and meets at various locations.
For more information please contact Nancy Wittkopp at (231) 726-1210. |
| Time: |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
St. Francis Family Center, 17500 W. Eight Mile, Southfield |
| Summary: |
OAKLAND – Adoption/Foster Care Orientation & PRIDE |
| Description: |
Prospective Adoptive/Foster Parents will need to attend the four sessions (5,7,8 and 9) to meet the State's Orientation and Training requirements (12 hours).
We ask that all prospective Adoptive Parents contact the person responsible for the session to reserve a slot and confirm attendance three days in advance to the scheduled session - space is limited.
In two parent households both individuals must attend the workshops.
Due to our inability to provide proper supervision during the sessions, we regret to ask that you not bring children to the workshops.
If you have any further questions please feel free to contact us.
For reservations please contact: Gary Seymour at 248-552-0750 ext. 3930 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Location: |
Disability Connections, 409 Linden, Jackson |
| Summary: |
JACKSON - Foster/Adopt PRIDE Training Session 9 |
| Description: |
You must complete Orientation and file and Application before attending PRIDE Training.
PRIDE 1 & 2 must be completed first. It is recommended that the other sessions be completed in order but it is not required. Check with your licensing or adoption worker.
At least 12 hours of PRIDE training must be completed by each applicant prior to any foster children being placed into the home and by the end of the 6 month provisional license. The 3 hours of orientation may be counted toward this requirement.
All PRIDE training must be completed by the end of the first year after the initial provisional licensing period.
In a two parent caregiver home, both caregivers must complete all of the PRIDE training sessions.
Deadline for registration is at least 7 days prior to the session.
PRIDE Session 9: “Taking PRIDE-Making an Informed Decision”
Contact the one of the following to register:
DHS - Shantelle Hawkins at 517-780-7625 or Loretta Lohiser at 517-780-7639.
LSSM - Hillary Knapp at 517-789-6444
FSCA - Pat Kempker at 517-787-7920
Starr Commonwealth - Andrea at 800-837-5591
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| Time: |
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Location: |
Bethany Christian Services, 12048 James St., Holland |
| Summary: |
OTTAWA - Adoptive Parent Support Group |
| Description: |
Sponsored by the Ottawa Area Adoption Consortium, meetings are open to any adoptive parent at no cost
Child care is provided for children ages 12 and under.
Join the group for pizza at 5:30-6:00; the meeting starts at 6:00-7:30.
Donations of $5 per family is suggested.
To register please call (616) 396-0623. |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Ionia High School |
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IONIA - Forever Family Group for Adoptive and Foster Parents |
| Description: |
Forever family group for adoptive and foster parents, sponsored by Catholic Social Services. Meets on the third Tuesday of (almost) every month -- call ahead to check status of meeting.
Child care and teen support group will be available.
Call Dorrine Schelbaum at (616) 522-0836 for more information. |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Family Service & Children's Aid, 330 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson |
| Summary: |
JACKSON - Parenting Classes |
| Description: |
This is for parents, expecting parents, teachers, daycare providers, anyone who loves children.
Six core classes on parenting skills and 80 workshops to choose from inorder to meet your needs and interests
This is an on-going program and you may join at anytime.
The cost is FREE!
We can all use more information when it comes to impacting a young person's life.
Please contact Melissa Davis, Parent Education Coordinator at 517-787-7920 ext. 229 to sign up or if you have questions.
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| Time: |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
St. Vincent Catholic Charities,2800 W. Willow, Lansing |
| Summary: |
INGHAM - Adoption Orientation Meeting |
| Description: |
Monthly informational adoption orientation meeting.
For more information contact Kathy Yates at (517) 323-4734 ext 1619. |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Location: |
St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 1025 3 Mile Rd NE, Grand Rapids |
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KENT - "Raising Healthy Families" Parent Support Group |
| Description: |
Meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Tuesday.
This is an "on-going" group, led by an adoptive parent and AFSN volunteer.
Fee is $5.00 per Adult. Childcare is available $2.00 per child.
Pre-registration is required. Financial Assistance available. To register call 616-458-7945 or adoptive@afsn.org |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Location: |
Bethany Christian Services, 901 Eastern (in the Michigan Room), Grand Rapids |
| Summary: |
KENT - International Adoption Orientation Meeting |
| Description: |
Bethany provides international ministries in fifteen countries around the world. In all of these countries we aim to serve and bless the children in Jesus' name.
Bethany's international services reflect our belief that children grow best in families. Bethany staff have found permanent families in the United States for thousands of children living in orphanages in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
We understand how important it is for you to select a professional, trustworthy adoption agency. For more than 60 years, Bethany Christian Services has helped build families through adoption. Since 1982, Bethany has brought the benefits of international adoption to waiting families in the United States. Our caring, experienced staff members are ready to answer any questions you may have about the international adoption process.
Why Bethany?
As our nation's largest private adoption agencies, Bethany offers expertise gained through more than half a century of child-focused services. Bethany chooses its contacts in other countries carefully. Our international adoption program directors are compassionate professionals who care deeply for each child. More than 6,000 international adoptive placements testify to our integrity.
Reservations are requested.
If you would like more information about our international adoption program, please contact us at 616-574-7919. Or, via our website: www.bethany.org/grandrapids and fill out the contacts form and we will contact you! |
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