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Discussions of adoption often center on hope, joy, and building families. Though these things are a part of adoption, not all aspects of adoption are celebratory or positive experiences. For birth parents, adoptees, and even adoptive parents, there can be a level of trauma. For many adoptees in particular, this is something that… (Read More)
You are invited to participate in a FREE Trauma-informed workshop presented by Foundations Health & Wholeness, Brown County Health & Human Services in collaboration with Brown County United Way, Howe Community Resource Center & MediCoping LLC. The training series will provide information and tools to help recognize and respond to behaviors that result from… (Read More)
Tue, February 6, 6pm – 8pm Understanding what Trauma Informed Care is and how to implement it is essential to the care of children who have experienced trauma. This training is one in a series of three freestanding webinars intended to help you help a child who has experienced adverse life events. This webinar will… (Read More)
Wed, January 31, 6pm – 8pm What is anxiety? Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. Children might feel anxious when faced with various problems, including separation, prior to taking a test, school activities, adjustment to family issues, and many more. For a child diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, the anxiety does not diminish… (Read More)
Originally published on AdoptiveFamilies.com When you adopt a toddler or an older child, be prepared to encounter some surprising behaviors. Experts and parents share their strategies and successes. Parents of newborns, whether through adoption or birth, can follow a mostly predictable pattern. When the baby cries, he’s hungry, needs a new diaper, or is tired…. (Read More)
Thu, March 10, 4:30pm – 5:30pm Family Service Inc, 128 E Olin Ave, Madison, WI 53713 Are you an adoptee interested in learning how to… • explore your identity? • understand race and ethnicity? • hear from other adoptees’ experiences? • navigate the relationship between your self and others? • respond to racism, discrimination or… (Read More)
Happy New Year, on behalf of Adoption Choice Inc.! With a new year, new obstacles may arise, as well as new opportunities for happiness. We’d like to start off 2016’s Ted Talk Tuesday with a story that will bring a smile to your face at this point in the week. Most importantly, as a reminder… (Read More)
Birth Parent Support Group Monday, November 9th 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Location: LSS OFFICE 647 W. Virginia St. Milwaukee *** Please join them for a chance to meet other birth parents Enjoy a safe place to share your story Gain support and encouragement! Please RSVP to Carrie by 11/6/15 @ 414-539-5425 [email protected] ***… (Read More)
On December 3, 2014, a documentary produced by Dan Rather on international adoption aired. The documentary is titled, Unwanted in America: The Shameful Side of International Adoption. While the documentary focuses on the unfortunate cases of dissolution and re-homing of international adoptions, it discusses the importance of education and preparation of adoptive families who are considering adopting… (Read More)
The Post-Adoption Resource Center Presents “Is it ADHD (or Anxiety or Trauma or Sensory Issues..)?” Presenter: Jennifer Robers Miller, M.S., LPC When our children have behavioral issues, it can be difficult to determine why they are happening. This is especially true when children have been adopted and we have little to no information about their… (Read More)