NJ ARCH: Events Archives - 2008
NJ ARCH: Events Archives -
2008
| JANUARY |
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| Date: | January 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 Pm |
| Sponsor: |
New Jersey Parents Caucus |
| Topic: |
The Parents’ Empowerment Academy: Professional Parent
Advocacy Training |
| Speaker(s): |
Kelly Grieco, Director of Special Education Advocacy, NJPC Karen Helmstetter, Director of Education Programs, NJPC Kathy Wright, Executive Director, NJPC; Consultant, National Cultural Competency Center, Georgetown University; Consultant, National Technical Assistance Center for Children’s Mental Health, Georgetown University Barbara Ransom, Esq., Public Interest Law Center of Philadelphia |
| Location: |
Alexander Hamilton Academy,
11-21 Sixteenth Ave. Paterson, NJ 07501 |
| Contact(s): | Kelly Grieco (973) 989-8866 |
| Email: | newjerseyparentscaucus@hotmail.com |
| Web Site: | www.newjersyparentscaucus.org |
| Notes: |
NJPC is
offering a FREE five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program for
parents, grandparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and other
caregivers raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges.
Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to
strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their
rights and responsibilities within those systems and the advocacy,
professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate
those systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves
and other parents in their communities, resulting in increased access to
appropriate care and treatment for their children. Lunch will be served and
transportation stipends are available. |
| Date: | January 5, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: |
New Jersey Parents Caucus |
| Topic: |
The Parents’ Empowerment Academy: Professional Parent
Advocacy Training |
| Speaker(s): |
Kelly Grieco, Director of Special Education Advocacy, NJPC Karen Helmstetter, Director of Education Programs, NJPC Kathy Wright, Executive Director, NJPC; Consultant, National Cultural Competency Center, Georgetown University; Consultant, National Technical Assistance Center for Children’s Mental Health, Georgetown University Barbara Ransom, Esq., Public Interest Law Center of Philadelphia |
| Location: |
Alexander Hamilton Academy,
11-21 Sixteenth Ave. Paterson, NJ 07501 |
| Contact(s): | Kelly Grieco (973) 989-8866 |
| Email: | newjerseyparentscaucus@hotmail.com |
| Web Site: | www.newjersyparentscaucus.org |
| Notes: |
NJPC is
offering a FREE five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program for
parents, grandparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and other
caregivers raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges.
Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to
strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their
rights and responsibilities within those systems and the advocacy,
professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate
those systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves
and other parents in their communities, resulting in increased access to
appropriate care and treatment for their children. Lunch will be served and
transportation stipends are available. |
| Date: | January 6, 2008 (first session) |
| Time: | 3:00 PM - 4:40 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility and Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Adoptive Teen Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (609) 737-8750 |
| Email: | JMantellMSW@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: |
http://www.iaccenter.com http://www.iaccenter.com/calendar.asp calendar of events |
| Notes: | Group starting January 2008 and will be led by a therapist who was adopted. Group will focus on self-esteem, identity and social issues. A few openings left. |
| Date: | January 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM -11:30 AM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come With Instructions: Post-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Marcia Hochman, MSW and Judith Fastow |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for adoptive parents and their
children. Whether you’re wondering, how to develop successful and effective
parenting skills, curious about discipline and set limits, not sure you are
doing all you can to nurture and support your child’s social, emotional, and
cognitive development or trying to make a decision about returning to work
or balancing other activities in your life - this group is for you. While
the adults learn, laugh and share the daily joys and challenges of being a
parent through adoption, your children will be next door, playing in a safe
and stimulating environment with experienced child care. Group meets monthly
and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $5 per child |
| Date: | January 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Learn About Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Lawrenceville, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | The Survival Guide: Pre-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Lorayne Losch, LCSW |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
You’ve begun the adoption process and anxiously await
the arrival of your child. Join others who have similar questions and
concerns as you learn survival tips and pursue unfamiliar territories. Group
meets monthly and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program
of the JCCA $15 per person, $25 per couple, per session |
| Date: | January 11,2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | The Adoption Circle at the Modern Psychoanalytic Studies |
| Topic: | The Magic of Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | Josie Oppenhiem, MA, LP |
| Location: | 16 West 10th Street, NYC |
| Contact(s): | CMPS: (212) 260-7050 |
| Email: | cmps@cmps.edu |
| Web Site: |
For
complete schedule and information log onto http://www.cmps.edu/extension/adoption.html for details on workshops. |
| Notes: | A series of workshops designed for adoptive parents, grandparents, birth parents, professionals and anyone interested in or involved in the adoption process. Next set of workshops will take place on February 15th. See EVENTS for more information on these workshops. |
| Date: | January 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Heart Gallery of NJ |
| Topic: | 100 Waiting Children, A Heart Gallery of NJ Special Exhibition |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Liberty Science Center, Jersey City, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (908) 334-2474 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | http://heartgallerynj.com/reception |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Parents Organization (APO) |
| Topic: | Adoption Workshops for children ages 5-7. These sessions are
being run by a licensed social worker who has experience with this age
group. A child can meet other adopted children by playing games, doing crafts. |
| Speaker(s): | Lauren S. Scheiner, MSW |
| Location: |
St. Gregory's Church Parish Center-4680 Nottingham Way, Hamilton, NJ 08690 |
| Contact(s): | (609) 259-7253 |
| Email: | Tranosky@aol.com |
| Web Site: | http://apocnj.tripod.com |
| Notes: | A total cost of $75. |
| Date: | January 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility and Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Baby Care for Adoptive Parents |
| Speaker(s): | Jennifer Gamper-Meenan, RN, LCSW |
| Location: |
2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://www.iaccenter.com/BabyCareWorkshop.asp |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM -11:30 AM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come With Instructions: Post-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Helayne Malamood, LCSW |
| Location: | Beth Elohim in Brooklyn, 274 Garfield Place |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for adoptive parents and their
children. Whether you’re wondering, how to develop successful and effective
parenting skills, curious about discipline and set limits, not sure you are
doing all you can to nurture and support your child’s social, emotional, and
cognitive development or trying to make a decision about returning to work
or balancing other activities in your life - this group is for you. While
the adults learn, laugh and share the daily joys and challenges of being a
parent through adoption, your children will be next door, playing in a safe
and stimulating environment with experienced child care. Group meets monthly
and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $5 per child |
| Date: | January 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 Noon - 1:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | The Survival Guide: Pre-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Helayne Malamood, LCSW |
| Location: | Beth Elohim in Brooklyn, 274 Garfield Place |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
You’ve begun the adoption process and anxiously await
the arrival of your child. Join others who have similar questions and
concerns as you learn survival tips and pursue unfamiliar territories. Group
meets monthly and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program
of the JCCA $15 per person, $25 per couple, per session |
| Date: | January 14, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come With Instructions: Post-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Elise Hahn Felix, LCSW |
| Location: | Mid Island Y-JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview |
| Contact(s): | (516) 799-4775 or |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for adoptive parents and their
children. Whether you’re wondering, how to develop successful and effective
parenting skills, curious about discipline and set limits, not sure you are
doing all you can to nurture and support your child’s social, emotional, and
cognitive development or trying to make a decision about returning to work
or balancing other activities in your life - this group is for you. While
the adults learn, laugh and share the daily joys and challenges of being a
parent through adoption, your children will be next door, playing in a safe
and stimulating environment with experienced child care. Group meets monthly
and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $5 per child |
| Date: | January 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-5655 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Wynnewood Office |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 |
| Email: | tonib@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | Health and development Issues in Adopted Children |
| Speaker(s): | Dr. Jane Aronson |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Explore the impact of a child’s early life
experiences/institutional care on physical, psychological and social
development and what information is available when adopting. Are behavioral
expectations and developmental milestones different? Then focus on the
resilience and strength in children and family members. Learn how to promote
your child's development by building on these strengths while creating a
healthy parent/child relationship. $15 per JCC member/$20 per non-JCC member |
| Date: | January 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Spence- Chapin |
| Topic: | Adult Adult Adoptees Share Their Experiences with Dating and Relationships |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Spence-Chapin, 410 East 92nd Street New York City |
| Contact(s): | (212) 360-0259 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: |
For directions, visit: http://www.spence-chapin.org/arc_directions.html |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Jewish Child Care Association |
| Topic: | How to adopt domestically and internationally |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
A comparison of the options, including the
differences in the step-by-step process, children available, working with
agencies and attorneys, state and federal requirements, travel, time frames,
costs, parent education and the homestudy process. Learn the 3 questions to
ask early on to make a decision which way to go. Presentation with
interactive discussion. Questions encouraged. Group meets monthly and is led
by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. Ametz staff
and guest speakers. $20 per person, per session. |
| Date: | January 17, 2008 | |
| Time: | 7:00 PM | |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart | |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption | |
| Speaker(s): | ||
| Location: | AFTH Wynnewood Office | |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 | |
| Email: | tonib@afth,org | |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org | |
| Notes: |
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| Date: | January 17, 2008 | |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | |
| Sponsor: | Also Know As, Inc | |
| Topic: | Adoption Forum | |
| Speaker(s): | Ann McKinnon will share her story, "Growing Up Adopted". | |
| Location: | 120 East 38th Street (Between Park and Lexington), NYC | |
| Contact(s): |
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| Email: | sbecker@alsoknownas.org | |
| Web Site: | http://www.alsoknownas.org/ | |
| Notes: | Join a group of adoptees for a monthly discussion that addresses a variety of adoption related issues. All adult adoptees are invited to listen and participate in a safe and supportive environment. In addition, each event will feature one adoptee who will share their unique story with the group. COST: $10 + 1 drink minimum for paid members of Also-Known-As; $15 + 1 drink minimum for non-members |
| Date: | January 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | New Jersey Parents' Caucus (NJPC) |
| Topic: | The Parents' Empowerment Academy: Professional Parent Advocacy Training Professionalism & Communication Skills |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Paterson Public School #10, 48 Mercer Street, Paterson, NJ 07524 |
| Contact(s): | Kelly Grieco at (973) 989-8866 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | www.newjerseyparentscaucus.org |
| Notes: | Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate those systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. |
| Date: | January 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Parents Committee (APC) |
| Topic: | “Your Child’s Behavior- Is it Adoption or Just a Part of Growing?" |
| Speaker(s): | Nancy Borders, LCSW, Assistant VP of Clinical Services, YCS |
| Location: |
Panera
Bread (Community Room); Kohl’s Shopping Center, 165 Route 4 West, Paramus, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | apcconf2003@msn.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Come join us for an evening of discussion and questions for Nancy Borders
and other adoptive families. ISSUES & CONCERNS: Following the topic, you may share in our roundtable discussion covering pre-adopt or post adopt topics of concern. Bring your stories and questions. |
| Date: | January 22, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Learn About Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Dover, DE |
| Contact(s): | (302) 658-8883 |
| Email: | pauletteh@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free! |
| Date: | January 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Rutgers University |
| Topic: | Cultural Enrichment & Academic Support Program for children ages 4-13 |
| Speaker(s): | The program emphasis: Civil Rights |
| Location: | Rutgers University Douglas College, New Brunswick, NJ 100 George Street Room 301 |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Barutim@aol.com |
| Web Site: |
For complete schedule and information log onto info@kates.kidz.com |
| Notes: | Offering children between the ages of 4 – 13 the opportunity to become culturally aware, sharpen their academic skills and have a lot of fun. The fee is $200.00 per academic year. |
| Date: | January 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility and Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Crossing the Bridge from Infertility to Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW ( speaker and moderator) |
| Location: | Princeton Hyatt |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://www.iaccenter.com/workshop_inftoado.asp |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | New Jersey Parents' Caucus (NJPC) |
| Topic: | The Parents' Empowerment Academy: Professional Parent Advocacy Training
Cultural Competency & Diversity in the Child-Serving Community
Understanding Childhood Mental Health Challenges |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Paterson Public School #10, 48 Mercer Street, Paterson, NJ 07524 |
| Contact(s): | Kelly Grieco at (973) 989-8866 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | www.newjerseyparentscaucus.org |
| Notes: | Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate those systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. |
| Date: | January 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Wilmington, DE |
| Contact(s): | (302) 658-8883 |
| Email: | pauletteh@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | January 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | The Survival Guide: Pre-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Elise Hahn Felix, LCSW |
| Location: | Mid Island Y- JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview |
| Contact(s): | (516) 799-4775 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
You’ve begun the adoption process and anxiously await
the arrival of your child. Join others who have similar questions and
concerns as you learn survival tips and pursue unfamiliar territories. Group
meets monthly and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program
of the JCCA $15 per person, $25 per couple, per session |
| Date: | January 29, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Also Know As, Inc |
| Topic: | Artist Event / Poetry Reading |
| Speaker(s): | Hosted by TOM HUDSON, Korean adoptee comic of Jammin Asian at Laugh Lounge, this event features the creative works of 4 Korean adoptee artists: JANE JIN KAISEN, LEE HERRICK, SUN YUNG SHIN, and JENNIFER KWON DOBBS |
| Location: | Silk Road Mocha, 30 Mott Street (Between Mosco & Pell Streets) |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | http://www.alsoknownas.org/ |
| Notes: | COST: $10 + 1 drink minimum for paid members of Also-Known-As; $15 + 1 drink minimum for non-members. |
| Date: | January 31, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Spence-Chapin’s Adoption Resource Center |
| Topic: | Who is this Teenage Alien and Where is the Child I Love? |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Ave. Summit, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (609) 737-8750 |
| Email: | To register, contact Alison at 973-744-0364 or email: alison.ganci.aiello@gmail.com |
| Web Site: |
Online
registration: http://www.spence-chapin.org/workshops.htm |
| Notes: | The onset of adolescence raises questions and concerns about identity choices and values. Hear practical advice from Spence-Chapin’s post-adoption social worker, Kristine Peterson, on how to understand your teens changing needs and how adoption may complicate adolescence. ~ For parents of both teens and pre-teens. There is a program fee of $20 per person. Come with a friend or relative and receive a $5 discount per person. For directions, visit: http://www.spence-chapin.org/arc_directions.html |
| FEBRUARY |
|
| Date: | All of February |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Individual Meetings about adoption with social workers |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meetings ! |
| Date: | February 1, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Parents Organization (APO) |
| Topic: | Adoption Workshops for children ages 5-7. These sessions are
being run by a licensed social worker who has experience with this age
group. A child can meet other adopted children by playing games, doing crafts. |
| Speaker(s): | Lauren S. Scheiner, MSW |
| Location: |
St. Gregory's Church Parish Center-4680 Nottingham Way, Hamilton, NJ 08690 |
| Contact(s): | (609) 259-7253 |
| Email: | Tranosky@aol.com |
| Web Site: | http://apocnj.tripod.com |
| Notes: | A total cost of $75. |
| Date: | February 1, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | My Daughter's Keeper Inc. |
| Topic: | Real Rap for Teen Girls Only |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
New Brunswick Teen Hub Center 411 Joyce Kilmer Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901 |
| Contact(s): | Frankie Bell (732) 565-9313 |
| Email: | contactus@mydaughterskeeper.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Real Rap Sessions are specifically
designed for teenage girls to have a forum to discuss issues that are
important to them in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Free - light refreshments will be provided. |
| Date: | February 2, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Rutgers University |
| Topic: | Cultural Enrichment & Academic Support Program for children ages 4-13 |
| Speaker(s): | The program emphasis: Civil Rights |
| Location: | Rutgers University Douglas College, New Brunswick, NJ TBA |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Barutim@aol.com |
| Web Site: |
For complete schedule and information log onto info@kates.kidz.com |
| Notes: | Offering children between the ages of 4 – 13 the opportunity to become culturally aware, sharpen their academic skills and have a lot of fun. The fee is $200.00 per academic year. |
| Date: | February 2, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | New Jersey Parents' Caucus (NJPC) |
| Topic: | The Parents' Empowerment Academy: Professional Parent Advocacy Training Collaborating with Agencies Dedicated to Children’s Mental Health |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Paterson Public School #10, 48 Mercer Street, Paterson, NJ 07524 |
| Contact(s): | Kelly Grieco at (973) 989-8866 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | www.newjerseyparentscaucus.org |
| Notes: | Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate those systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. |
| Date: | February 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM -11:30 AM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come With Instructions: Post-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Marcia Hochman, MSW and Judith Fastow |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for adoptive parents and their
children. Whether you’re wondering, how to develop successful and effective
parenting skills, curious about discipline and set limits, not sure you are
doing all you can to nurture and support your child’s social, emotional, and
cognitive development or trying to make a decision about returning to work
or balancing other activities in your life - this group is for you. While
the adults learn, laugh and share the daily joys and challenges of being a
parent through adoption, your children will be next door, playing in a safe
and stimulating environment with experienced child care. Group meets monthly
and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $5 per child |
| Date: | February 6, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | Transcultural Families: Parenting a child of a different race |
| Speaker(s): | Barbara Rall, LCSW |
| Location: | JCCA - Main Office, 120 Wall Street, New York, NY 10005 |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parenting a child of a different race can be
challenging. Based on the work of Dr. Joseph Crumbly, this workshop explores
the various myths around transracial or transcultural adoption and gives
adoptive and foster parents tools to help their children cope in a racist
society. $35 per course, $155 for 5-course series |
| Date: | February 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | The Survival Guide: Pre-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Lorayne Losch, LCSW |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
You’ve begun the adoption process and anxiously await
the arrival of your child. Join others who have similar questions and
concerns as you learn survival tips and pursue unfamiliar territories. Group
meets monthly and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program
of the JCCA $15 per person, $25 per couple, per session |
| Date: | February 9, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility and Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | How to Make an Adoption Lifebook |
| Speaker(s): | Sasha Martone, MSW |
| Location: |
IAC Center Office 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://www.iaccenter.com/workshop.howtolifebook.asp |
| Notes: |
| Date: | February 9, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | New Jersey Parents' Caucus (NJPC) |
| Topic: | The Parents' Empowerment Academy: Professional Parent Advocacy Training Navigating the Special Education System & the IEP Process Developing a Transitional Plan IDEA – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act NCLB – No Child Left Behind Act |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Paterson Public School #10, 48 Mercer Street, Paterson, NJ 07524 |
| Contact(s): | Kelly Grieco at (973) 989-8866 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | www.newjerseyparentscaucus.org |
| Notes: | Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate those systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. |
| Date: | February 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | The Survival Guide: Pre-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Helayne Malamood, LCSW |
| Location: | Beth Elohim in Brooklyn, 274 Garfield Place |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
You’ve begun the adoption process and anxiously await
the arrival of your child. Join others who have similar questions and
concerns as you learn survival tips and pursue unfamiliar territories. Group
meets monthly and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program
of the JCCA $15 per person, $25 per couple, per session |
| Date: | February 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM -11:30 AM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come With Instructions: Post-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Helayne Malamood, LCSW |
| Location: | Beth Elohim in Brooklyn, 274 Garfield Place |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for adoptive parents and their
children. Whether you’re wondering, how to develop successful and effective
parenting skills, curious about discipline and set limits, not sure you are
doing all you can to nurture and support your child’s social, emotional, and
cognitive development or trying to make a decision about returning to work
or balancing other activities in your life - this group is for you. While
the adults learn, laugh and share the daily joys and challenges of being a
parent through adoption, your children will be next door, playing in a safe
and stimulating environment with experienced child care. Group meets monthly
and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $5 per child |
| Date: | February 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come With Instructions: Post-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Elise Hahn Felix, LCSW |
| Location: | Mid Island Y-JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview |
| Contact(s): | (516) 799-4775 or |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for adoptive parents and their
children. Whether you’re wondering, how to develop successful and effective
parenting skills, curious about discipline and set limits, not sure you are
doing all you can to nurture and support your child’s social, emotional, and
cognitive development or trying to make a decision about returning to work
or balancing other activities in your life - this group is for you. While
the adults learn, laugh and share the daily joys and challenges of being a
parent through adoption, your children will be next door, playing in a safe
and stimulating environment with experienced child care. Group meets monthly
and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. $15 per person, $25 per couple, $5 per child |
| Date: | February 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | February 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | New Jersey Parents' Caucus (NJPC) |
| Topic: | The Parents' Empowerment Academy: Professional Parent Advocacy Training The Role of Agencies Dedicated to Children’s Mental Health: Professional Panel |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Paterson Public School #10, 48 Mercer Street, Paterson, NJ 07524 |
| Contact(s): | Kelly Grieco at (973) 989-8866 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | www.newjerseyparentscaucus.org |
| Notes: | Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate those systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. |
| Date: | February 15, 2008 | |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | |
| Sponsor: | The Adoption Circle at the Modern Psychoanalytic Studies | |
| Topic: | Search and Reunion Part II (from November 30th Part I session); may attend Part II without Part II. | |
| Speaker(s): | Las Hihas, directed by Maria Quiroga will be shown. Director will join discussion. | |
| Location: |
|
|
| Contact(s): | CMPS: 212-260-7050 | |
| Email: | ||
| Web Site: |
For
complete schedule and information log onto http://www.cmps.edu/extension/adoption.html for details on workshops |
|
| Notes: | A series of workshops designed for adoptive parents, grandparents, birth parents, professionals and anyone interested in or involved in the adoption process. Set of workshops from November, January and February. |
| Date: | February 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Rutgers University |
| Topic: | Cultural Enrichment & Academic Support Program for children ages 4-13 |
| Speaker(s): | The program emphasis: Civil Rights |
| Location: | Rutgers University Douglas College, New Brunswick, NJ 100 George Street Room 301 |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Barutim@aol.com |
| Web Site: |
For complete schedule and information log onto info@kates.kidz.com |
| Notes: | Offering children between the ages of 4 – 13 the opportunity to become culturally aware, sharpen their academic skills and have a lot of fun. The fee is $200.00 per academic year. |
| Date: | February 17, 2007 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Rutgers University |
| Topic: | Black History Program |
| Speaker(s): | The program emphasis: Civil Rights |
| Location: | Rutgers University Douglas College, New Brunswick, NJ TBA |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Barutim@aol.com |
| Web Site: |
For complete schedule and information log onto info@kates.kidz.com |
| Notes: | Offering children between the ages of 4 – 13 the opportunity to become culturally aware, sharpen their academic skills and have a lot of fun. The fee is $200.00 per academic year. |
| Date: | February 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Kate's Kids |
| Topic: | Black History Program "Yes We Can" |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Eternal Life Christian Center 322 Franklin Boulevard Somerset, NJ 08873 |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
The program will
highlight Black Freedom Fighters & Black First through Fine, Literary,
Spoken word, and Performing Artists
Featuring: Mount Zion Youth Choir; Local Recording Artist, Melvin McKnight; STRICKLY STREET, Edutainment Production Company; ELCC Drama Department; and Kate’s Kids Cultural Enrichment Program |
| Date: | February 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | February 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | How to Interpret Pre-Adoptive Medical Information |
| Speaker(s): | Dr. Jane Aronson |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
What is the role of an adoption medicine specialist,
what information should be forthcoming from your adoption agency and how to
make a decision on a referral are just some of the topics to be covered in
this interactive workshop. $15 per JCC member/$20 per non-JCC member |
| Date: | February 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Parents Committee (APC) |
| Topic: | " Writing a Dear Birthmother Letter" |
| Speaker(s): | TBA |
| Location: |
Panera
Bread (Community Room); Kohl’s Shopping Center, 165 Route 4 West, Paramus, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | apcconf2003@msn.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
ISSUES & CONCERNS: Following the topic, you may share in our roundtable discussion covering pre-adopt or post adopt topics of concern. Bring your stories and questions. |
| Date: | February 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Jewish Child Care Association |
| Topic: | How to adopt domestically and internationally |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
A comparison of the options, including the
differences in the step-by-step process, children available, working with
agencies and attorneys, state and federal requirements, travel, time frames,
costs, parent education and the homestudy process. Learn the 3 questions to
ask early on to make a decision which way to go. Presentation with
interactive discussion. Questions encouraged. Group meets monthly and is led
by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. Ametz staff
and guest speakers. $20 per person, per session. |
| Date: | February 22, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | Book Discussion - "Primal Wound" Understanding the Adopted Child |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
St Mary's Church, Spiritual Center Colts Neck, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845- 0791, Liz (732) 473-9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | http://www.freewebs/mocafsg.com |
| Notes: | We will be discussing the book "Primal Wound". Please feel free to attend even if you have not finished the book or read it ! |
| Date: | February 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Holt International Children's Services |
| Topic: | International Adoption Seminar |
| Speaker(s): | Lisa Morra and guest family |
| Location: | Holt, 340 Scotch Road, 2nd floor, Trenton, NJ 08628 |
| Contact(s): | Pam Runyon (609) 882-4972 |
| Email: | pamr@holtintl.org |
| Web Site: | please register by phone or e-mail |
| Notes: |
| Date: | February 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility & Adoption Counseling Center & Adoptive Parents Organization (APO) |
| Topic: | Adoption WISE UP Workshop for pre-adoptive and adopted
families. This is for children ages 5-12 and their parents. Parents will meet with one IAC Center therapist while children meet with a second IAC Center therapist and then the 2 groups will meet together. |
| Speaker(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW, Lauren S. Scheiner, MSW and other licensed social workers |
| Location: |
St. Gregory's Church Parish Center-4680 Nottingham Way, Hamilton, NJ 08690 |
| Contact(s): | (609) 737-8750 |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | www.iaccenter.com |
| Notes: | The cost is $85 per family. Babysitting will be available for children under 5 not attending the workshop for $5 an hour. |
| Date: | February 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | New Jersey Parents' Caucus (NJPC) |
| Topic: | The Parents' Empowerment Academy: Professional Parent Advocacy Training Empowering the Parent Trainer-Train the Trainer |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Paterson Public School #10, 48 Mercer Street, Paterson, NJ 07524 |
| Contact(s): | Kelly Grieco at (973) 989-8866 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | www.newjerseyparentscaucus.org |
| Notes: | Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate those systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. |
| Date: | February 25, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Sponsored by Ametz Adoption Program, Jewish Child Care Association, and JCC of Manhattan |
| Topic: | The Survival Guide: Pre-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Elise Hahn Felix, LCSW |
| Location: | Mid Island Y-JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview |
| Contact(s): | (516) 799-4775 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
You’ve begun the adoption process and anxiously await
the arrival of your child. Join others who have similar questions and
concerns as you learn survival tips and pursue unfamiliar territories. Group
meets monthly and is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program
of the JCCA $15 per person, $25 per couple, per session |
| Date: | February 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Sponsor: |
The New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect in coordination with The NJ-DCF Division of Prevention and Community Partnerships |
| Topic: | Regional Forum regarding the Statewide Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Plan |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
South Jersey Health Care Fitness Connection |
| Contact(s): |
(609) 984-0678 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents and family members from Atlantic, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem Counties are encouraged to attend |
| Date: | February 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: |
The New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect in coordination with The NJ-DCF Division of Prevention and Community Partnerships |
| Topic: | Regional Forum regarding the Statewide Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Plan |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Landis Memorial School |
| Contact(s): |
(609) 984-0678 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents and family members from Atlantic, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem Counties are encouraged to attend |
| Date: | February 27, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | 12 Things Everyone Should Know about Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | Adam Pertman, Author of "Adoption Nation", Executive0 Director of the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute |
| Location: |
Mishkan Shalom 1401 Freeland Ave, Philadelphia, PA |
| Contact(s): | Diane Graham (215) 673-0100 |
| Email: | DGraham@openarmsadoptionnetwork.org |
| Web Site: | www.openarmsadoptionnetwork.org |
| Notes: | Free and open to the public event. Light refreshments available. |
| Date: | February 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: |
The New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect in coordination with The NJ-DCF Division of Prevention and Community Partnerships |
| Topic: | Regional Forum regarding the Statewide Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Plan |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
1001 Fire Academy Drive, Sayreville, NJ 08872 |
| Contact(s): |
(609) 984-0678 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents, family members, and community leaders from Burlington, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset Counties are encouraged to attend |
| MARCH |
 |
| Date: | March 1, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Rutgers University |
| Topic: | Cultural Enrichment & Academic Support Program for children ages 4-13 |
| Speaker(s): | The program emphasis: Civil Rights |
| Location: | Rutgers University Douglas College, New Brunswick, NJ TBA |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Barutim@aol.com |
| Web Site: |
For complete schedule and information log onto info@kates.kidz.com |
| Notes: | Offering children between the ages of 4 – 13 the opportunity to become culturally aware, sharpen their academic skills and have a lot of fun. The fee is $200.00 per academic year. |
| Date: | March 1, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon |
| Sponsor: | ParentTrain |
| Topic: | Class Room Harmony Workshop |
| Speaker(s): | Dr. Maria Salvanto |
| Location: | Nutley Museum, 65 Church St, Nutley, NJ (between Franklin and Prospect) |
| Contact(s): | Donna Hahn (973) 299-0065 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.parenttrain.com |
| Notes: | $40.00 in advance/ $50.00 at the door. Price includes light refreshments, a list of resources and a training certificate (for two Professional Development hours) |
| Date: | March 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Sponsor: |
The New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect in coordination with The NJ-DCF Division of Prevention and Community Partnerships |
| Topic: | Regional Forum regarding the Statewide Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Plan |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Eastside High School |
| Contact(s): |
(609) 984-0678 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents, family members, and community leaders from Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Sussex, and Warren Counties are encouraged to attend. |
| Date: | March 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: |
The New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect in coordination with The NJ-DCF Division of Prevention and Community Partnerships |
| Topic: | Regional Forum regarding the Statewide Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Plan |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
John Fitzgerald Kennedy High School |
| Contact(s): |
(609) 984-0678 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents, family members, and community leaders from Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Sussex, and Warren Counties are encouraged to attend. |
| Date: | March 6, 2008 |
| Time: | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: |
The New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect in coordination with The NJ-DCF Division of Prevention and Community Partnerships |
| Topic: | Regional Forum regarding the Statewide Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Plan |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
NJ Institute of Technology–Campus Center Ballroom |
| Contact(s): |
(609) 984-0678 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents, family members, and community leaders from Essex, Hudson and Union Counties are encouraged to attend. |
| Date: | March 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | St. John's University |
| Topic: | School Violence: Prevention and Intervention Strategies |
| Speaker(s): | David Dressner, Ph.D. |
| Location: | Queen Campus, Council Hall |
| Contact(s): | (718) 990-5460 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.stjohns.edu/postgraduatedevelopment |
| Notes: |
| Date: | March 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | St. John's University |
| Topic: | Seminar in Child Abuse and Maltreatment Identification Reporting and Intervention for Mandated Professionals |
| Speaker(s): | David Dressner, Ph.D. |
| Location: |
Benidile Library, Classroom 2 Oakdale Campus |
| Contact(s): | (718) 990-5460 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.stjohns.edu/postgraduatedevelopment |
| Notes: |
| Date: | March 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Holt International Children's Services |
| Topic: | International Adoption Seminar |
| Speaker(s): | Cindy Marrone and guest family |
| Location: | Holt, 340 Scotch Road, 2nd floor, Trenton, NJ 08628 |
| Contact(s): | Pam Runyon (609) 882-4972 |
| Email: | pamr@holtintl.org |
| Web Site: | please register by phone or e-mail |
| Notes: |
| Date: | March 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Ridgewood Community School |
| Topic: | What Mom and Dad Need to Know: Adoption Through the Eyes of a Child |
| Speaker(s): | Nancy Borders LCSW a therapist in Ridgewood who specializes in the treatment of adopted children and their families. |
| Location: | Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Room 115, Ridgewood, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | This course will teach you what adopted kids think about everyday, the questions they have about themselves, and the things they wish you, as a parent knew. |
| Date: | March 13, 2008 | |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | |
| Sponsor: | Spence-Chapin’s Adoption Resource Center | |
| Topic: | Privacy vs. Secrecy | |
| Speaker(s): | ||
| Location: |
Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Ave. Summit, NJ |
|
| Contact(s): | (609) 737-8750 | |
| Email: | To register, contact Alison at 973-744-0364 or email: alison.ganci.aiello@gmail.com | |
| Web Site: |
Online
registration: http://www.spence-chapin.org/workshops.htm |
|
| Notes: |
|
| Date: | March 14, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Parents Organization (APO) |
| Topic: | Adoption Workshops for children ages 5-7. These sessions are
being run by a licensed social worker who has experience with this age
group. A child can meet other adopted children by playing games, doing crafts. |
| Speaker(s): | Lauren S. Scheiner, MSW |
| Location: |
St. Gregory's Church Parish Center-4680 Nottingham Way, Hamilton, NJ 08690 |
| Contact(s): | (609) 259-7253 |
| Email: | Tranosky@aol.com |
| Web Site: | http://apocnj.tripod.com |
| Notes: | A total cost of $75. |
| Date: | March 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:00 AM - 4:00 Pm |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Strengthening Bonds: Adoptive Families and the Community |
| Speaker(s): | Jeff Gammage |
| Location: | Media, PA |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 |
| Email: | kellym@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org/conference08 |
| Notes: | Adoption Conference |
| Date: | March 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Wynnewood Office |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 |
| Email: | tonib@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free Meeting ! |
| Date: | March 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-5655 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | March 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 655-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | March 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-5655 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free Meeting ! |
| Date: | March 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | March 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC, NESF Family Success Center |
| Topic: | Professionalism & Communications Skills |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Newark Emergency Services for Families Family Success Center 982 Broad Street Newark, NJ 07102 |
| Contact(s): | Pamela Davis (973) 989-8866, fax (973) 989-8867 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents and
caregivers attending the trainings are given the opportunity
to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve
their families, their rights and responsibilities in those
systems, and how to utilize their new skills to better
strengthen the fabric of their communities, ultimately with
the goal of improving outcomes for their families, children
and communities.
The training
is approved by DYFS for training credit for kinship, foster
and adoptive parents.
Childcare is Available and Dinner will be served. |
| Date: | March 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 655-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | March 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-5655 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free Meeting ! |
| Date: | March 27, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Wynnewood Office |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 |
| Email: | tonib@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free Meeting ! |
| Date: | March 27, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Full Circle-NJ Post Adoption Support Group Meeting |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Panera Bread, Route 4 West, Paramus, NJ located in the KOHL's shopping center (held in the meeting room) |
| Contact(s): | Cindi Addesso (973)427-4521 or Sharon Mashel |
| Email: | cindilouwho@mindspring.com sswanzer@aol.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | March 29, 2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility & Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Baby Care for Adoptive Parents |
| Speaker(s): | Jennifer Gamper-Meenan, RN, LCSW |
| Location: | 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://www.iaccenter.com/BabyCareWorkshop.asp |
| Notes: |
| APRIL |
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| Date: | April 5, 2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 - 5:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | 2nd Annual Adoption Expo |
| Speaker(s): | Various agencies, vendors, attorneys as well as adult adoptees, birth family member, adoptive parents |
| Location: | St Mary's Church, Spiritual Center, Colts Neck,NJ |
| Contact(s): | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg/ |
| Email: | webbymisha@hotmail.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | Come join us for our 2nd annual adoption expo! various agencies will be available will be hosting mini seminars, adoptees will be available for open discussions as well as adoption related articles. |
| Date: | April 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 - 1:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Ametz Adoption Program of Jewish Child Care Association (JCCA) |
| Topic: | Adoptive Family Multicultural Passover Celebration |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Brooklyn, NY |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 to register |
| Email: |
ametz@jccany. |
| Web Site: | www.jccany.org |
| Notes: | With music,
songs, drama, and art get into the spirit of Passover with our Adoptive Multicultural Passover Celebration! The story of Passover reflects on the great changes that the Jewish people encountered as they moved from Canaan to Egypt, and then out of Egypt to freedom. Join with other adoptive families to get ready for Passover. $15 per adult. $10 per child over 2. No charge for children under 2. Sponsored by the Ametz Adoption Program of Jewish Child Care Association (JCCA). |
| Date: | April 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC, NESF Family Success Center |
| Topic: | Empowering the Parent Voice: Motivation and Essertivness |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Newark Emergency Services for Families Family Success Center 982 Broad Street Newark, NJ 07102 |
| Contact(s): | Pamela Davis (973) 989-8866, fax (973) 989-8867 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents and
caregivers attending the trainings are given the opportunity
to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve
their families, their rights and responsibilities in those
systems, and how to utilize their new skills to better
strengthen the fabric of their communities, ultimately with
the goal of improving outcomes for their families, children
and communities.
The training
is approved by DYFS for training credit for kinship, foster
and adoptive parents.
Childcare is Available and Dinner will be served. |
| Date: | April 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Learn about Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-5655 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | April 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Rutgers University |
| Topic: | Cultural Enrichment & Academic Support Program for children ages 4-13 |
| Speaker(s): | The program emphasis: Civil Rights |
| Location: | Rutgers University Douglas College, New Brunswick, NJ 100 George Street Room 301 |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Barutim@aol.com |
| Web Site: |
For complete schedule and information log onto info@kates.kidz.com |
| Notes: | Offering children between the ages of 4 – 13 the opportunity to become culturally aware, sharpen their academic skills and have a lot of fun. The fee is $200.00 per academic year. |
| Date: | April 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | infertility and Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Baby Care for Adoptive Parents |
| Speaker(s): | Jennifer Gamper-Meenan, RN, LCSW |
| Location: | 2 Tree Farm road, Suite A200 Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://www.iaccenter.com/BabyCareWorkshop.asp |
| Notes: |
| Date: | April 22, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 655-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | April 22, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | East Brunswick, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | April 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Learn About Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Lawrenceville, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | April 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon |
| Sponsor: |
Montclair State University, the Adoption Initiative,
and Families with Children from China |
| Topic: | Adoption Events at Montclair State University |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
University Hall Room 1030 at Montclair State University in Montclair, NJ |
| Contact(s): |
Dr. Amanda Baden at
badena@mail. |
| Email: | To register, visit: www.fccny.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Six adult adoptees who
were adopted transracially will speak about their experiences. The adult
adoptees were adopted from South Korea, Colombian, and Taiwan and one man
was adopted domestically and is of multiracial heritage Free for Students at Montclair State University; $15 for non-students; $10 for FCC members |
| Date: | April 27, 2008 |
| Time: | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Adoption Triad Group in The Village |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
The Church of The Village 201 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011 Corner of 7th Ave and 13th St |
| Contact(s): | Sue (212) 867-6056 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Welcomes Adoptees, Birth
and Adoptive Parents Support and open discussion of the issues and emotions of the Adoption Experience We look forward to seeing you! Group will meet last Sunday of every month. |
| Date: | April 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:15 PM |
| Sponsor: | CHATS |
| Topic: | Meeting with Zara Phillips |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Watchung Ave Presbyterian Church 170 Watchung Ave, North Plainfield, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (908) 755-2781 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | Musician, author and adoptee returns to CHATS as "Mother Me", an updated version of her book Chasing Away the Shadows is published in England. She performs her own music, and discusses her bok. |
| Date: | April 29, 2008 |
| Time: | 5:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Division of Youth and Family Services |
| Topic: | Becoming a Foster and Adoptive Parent in New Jersey |
| Speaker(s): | Dolores Francis and Sandra Parente |
| Location: | Panera Bread, 165 E Rt. 4, Paramus, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Sandra Parente (201) 996-8900 x 268 |
| Email: | sandra.parente@dcf.state.nj.us |
| Web Site: | www.njfoster.org , www.njadopt.org |
| Notes: | Learn about the requirements, application and home study process, supports, training and the children available for placement. |
| MAY |
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| Date: | May 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Rutgers University |
| Topic: | Cultural Enrichment & Academic Support Program for children ages 4-13 |
| Speaker(s): | The program emphasis: Civil Rights |
| Location: | Rutgers University Douglas College, New Brunswick, NJ TBA |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Barutim@aol.com |
| Web Site: |
For complete schedule and information log onto info@kates.kidz.com |
| Notes: | Offering children between the ages of 4 – 13 the opportunity to become culturally aware, sharpen their academic skills and have a lot of fun. The fee is $200.00 per academic year. |
| Date: | May 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM -12 :30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility & Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Baby Care for International Adoptive Parents |
| Speaker(s): | Jane Cramer, MSW |
| Location: | 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://iaccenter.com/workshop_international.asp |
| Notes: | This workshop is for you if you are waiting to adopt internationally and would like to learn about baby/child care and adjustment in a comfortable setting with other prospective international adoptive parents. |
| Date: | May 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Introduction to Professional Parent Advocacy |
| Speaker(s): |
Jill Seropian, NJPC Board Member, Parent |
| Location: |
Marilyn Moreheuser Parent Resource Center, |
| Contact(s): |
Pamela Davis at (973) 989-8866, |
| Email: | pamelad@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | May 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJ Coalition for Adoption Reform and Education (NJCARE) |
| Topic: | Morristown post Adoption Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Presbyterian Parish House, 65 South Street, Morristown, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
By special request, Zara Phillips will show Roots Unknown, her film that won the Homegrown Category Award for short documentaries at the NJ Garden State film festival recently. This poignant film features several Support Group members including spouses who discuss their feelings about their search and reunions. We will show the film at 3:30 PM. By keeping updates brief during the first half of the meeting, we will be able to spend some time discussing the film and the issues it may bring up for you afterwards. |
| Date: | May 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 12 :00 Noon |
| Sponsor: | Infertility & Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption: Communicating with Birthparents |
| Speaker(s): | Joni S. Mantell, LCSW, a panel of three or four Birth Parents |
| Location: | 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://iaccenter.com/workshop_birthmother.asp |
| Notes: |
| Date: | May 06, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Lancaster Office |
| Contact(s): | (717) 399-7766 |
| Email: | amyh@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | May 07, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Lancaster Office |
| Contact(s): | (717) 399-7766 |
| Email: | amyh@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | May 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Spence-Chapin Services |
| Topic: | Special vent with Alison Larkin |
| Speaker(s): | Allison will speak, read, answer questions and sign books afterwards |
| Location: | 410 East 92nd Street, New York City, NY |
| Contact(s): | Heather (212) 360-0274 |
| Email: | hluboff@spence-chapin.org |
| Web Site: | www.spence-chapin.org |
| Notes: | Advance registration required |
| Date: | May 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoption Options, Program of Lutheran Social Ministries of NJ |
| Topic: | Lear about open infant adoption and adopting an older child |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Burlington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Terry 1 (800) 458-0651 |
| Email: | tdingle@smnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.lsmnjadoption.org |
| Notes: | Free information meeting. |
| Date: | May 8, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: |
Spence-Chapin Birth Parent Advisory Committee |
| Topic: | 11th Annual Birth mother's Day of Commemoration |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 1157 Lexington Ave, NYC (between 79th and 80th St) |
| Contact(s): | Nada Selimovic (212) 360-0284 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Please RSVP by Thursday, May 1 |
| Date: | May 9, 2008 |
| Time: | 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Prevention is Key, Morris County |
| Topic: | Adolescents, Anger and Addiction |
| Speaker(s): | Fran Miceli, Healy Counseling Associates |
| Location: |
Morris County Cultural Center |
| Contact(s): |
(973) 326-7619, (973) 625-1998 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Prevention is Key is pleased to announce the first
installment of our 2008 MCPIK Symposia Series aimed at addressing
cogent topics of concern throughout Morris County. May 9, Morris County
Cultural Center will play host to our initial seminar, Adolescents,
Anger and Addiction. This extremely important topic will be presented by
Fran Miceli of Healy Counseling Associates. A continental breakfast
will be provided to all participants, seating is limited and registration is
required. The Prevention Is Key Symposia Series is open to all Morris County
residents who have an interest in the topics covered. |
| Date: | May 9, 10, and 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30PM - 8:30 PM / 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM / 12:00 - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | The Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey |
| Topic: |
“Mighty
Mike” Simmel’s Bounce Out the Stigma: Parent and Youth Sports Workshops: A Unique Program for Kids |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Bloomfield Middle School/ The Wilson School and in Conjunction with Bergen County JCC; see website for details |
| Contact(s): | (973) 244-0850 Ex 311 or “Mighty Mike” at (201) 725-7224 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.bounceoutthestigma.com |
| Notes: | Workshops are for boys and girls, ages 9-18 who want to challenge their basketball skill under the tutelage of the Harlem Wizard’s “Mighty Mike” Simmell. Parents of children will simultaneously learn about healthy lifestyles and childhood development through the guest speakers – doctors and experts in the field of neurology, psychology and nutrition. |
| Date: | May 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
How Knowledge of the Brain Influences Adult/Child Understanding Understanding Childhood Mental Health Challenges |
| Speaker(s): |
Jill Seropian, NJPC Board Member, Parent |
| Location: |
Marilyn Moreheuser Parent Resource Center, |
| Contact(s): |
Pamela Davis at (973) 989-8866, |
| Email: | pamelad@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | May 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | YM - YWHA of North Jersey and JFS Adoption Services |
| Topic: | Options for Adoption, Informational Seminar |
| Speaker(s): | Helene Casper, MSW, Marylou Facher, CSW, Anne Mollen, LCSW |
| Location: | YM - YWHA of North Jersey 1 Pike Drive, Wayne, NJ 07470 |
| Contact(s): | Marylou Facher, CSW (973) 765-9050 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | May 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth/Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | |
| Speaker(s): | Joni Mantell, IACCENTER |
| Location: | St. Mary's Church, Colts Neck, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845-0791 or Liz (732) 473-9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | http://www.freewebs.com/mocafsg |
| Notes: |
| Date: | May 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Learn About Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Wyomissing, PA |
| Contact(s): | (610) 927-2700 |
| Email: | amyh@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | May 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC, NESF Family Success Center |
| Topic: | Conflict Resolution Skills & the Power of Persuasion |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Newark Emergency Services for Families Family Success Center 982 Broad Street Newark, NJ 07102 |
| Contact(s): | Pamela Davis (973) 989-8866, fax (973) 989-8867 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents and
caregivers attending the trainings are given the opportunity
to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve
their families, their rights and responsibilities in those
systems, and how to utilize their new skills to better
strengthen the fabric of their communities, ultimately with
the goal of improving outcomes for their families, children
and communities.
The training
is approved by DYFS for training credit for kinship, foster
and adoptive parents.
Childcare is Available and Dinner will be served. |
| Date: | May 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 Pm |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | House Concept Opening for Pat Wictor |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 111 Summit Ave, Montclair, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | RSVP to: mail@notesfromhomenj.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Zara Phillips adoptee, author of 'Mother Me' and producer of the new adoption documentry 'Roots Unknown' which won an award at the recent NJ Garden State Film Festival will be playing some songs from the film at these events. Please visit www.zarahphillips.com for more information. |
| Date: | May 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 Pm |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | House Concert - Opening for Joe D'urso (This is going to be a great gig!!) |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Drew Eckmann 247 Cupsaw Dr. Ringwood, N.J. 07456 |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | RSVP to: mail@notesfromhomenj.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Zara Phillips adoptee, author of 'Mother Me' and producer of the new adoption documentry 'Roots Unknown' which won an award at the recent NJ Garden State Film Festival will be playing some songs from the film at these events. Please visit www.zarahphillips.com for more information. |
| Date: | May 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Parent Committee |
| Topic: | General Meeting |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Panera Bread
(Community Room) Kohl’s Shopping Center 165 Route 4 West Paramus, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | apcconf2003@msn.com |
| Web Site: | www.adoptiveparents.org |
| Notes: |
Las Hijas –a documentary film- "Las Hijas" is a documentary about three young women who were among the first generation of infants adopted from Colombia. Tanya, Kris and Laura were raised by families in the New York City area. As children and as adults, they seek to establish their sense of identity. The film touches upon all three angles of the adoption triangle: the adoptee, the adoptive family and the birth family. ISSUES & CONCERNS: Following the movie, you may share in our roundtable discussion covering pre-adopt or post adopt topics of concern. |
| Date: | May 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Wynnewood Office |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 |
| Email: | tonib@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | May 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 655-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | May 22, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Manalapan, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | May 22 , 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Cherry Hill Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 655-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | May 22, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Parents Organization of Central NJ |
| Topic: | Building Families Through Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | A panel of adoptive parents sharing their experiences in adoption |
| Location: | Robert Wood Johnson Hospital Hamilton-Outpatient Services Auditorium- One Hamilton Health Place · Hamilton, NJ 08690 |
| Contact(s): | Trish Tatrai (609) 584-2836 or (609) 584-1939 |
| Email: | statrai@verizon.net |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | This is for anyone interested in adoption or learning more about the process. Gain information that can assist your decision to adopt and help define what type of adoption is right for you. Adoptive parents will talk about their experiences in domestic, international and open adoption. Please call to register. |
| Date: | May 22, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Bergenfield, Tenafly and Region V |
| Topic: | Free Parental Workshop Basic Rights in Special Education, Transition Planning |
| Speaker(s): | Carolyn Hayer, NJ Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN) |
| Location: | Tenafly Middle School Cafeteria, 10 Sunset Lane, Tenafly, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Region V Office (201) 599-0585 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | Come and join us for an informal parent information session on Transition Planning. Learn about parent's rights and responsibilities, the IEP process and high quality, student centered, and outcome oriented transition strategies and activities. You will come away with a lot of great information to help your son or daughter achieve their dreams and goals. |
| Date: | May 27, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Cheyenne Grandmother Margaret Behan to speak at East West Living |
| Speaker(s): | Margaret Behan |
| Location: |
East West Living Cafe Fifth Avenue between 13th and 14th Streets |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
"Even before I was born I
was prayed for. My mother wanted to have another baby, so my grandfather had
a peyote ceremony. I was the third generation to be conceived through the
medicine, and I have been brought up with the medicine. Peyote has been an
integral part of my life." ... Margaret Behan Red Spider Woman Grandmother Margaret a member of the Grandmothers' Council will be speaking about the use of peyote and ceremony. She will lead us in the ceremony "Wiping the Tears." |
| Date: | May 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Explore International Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Wynnewood Office |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 |
| Email: | tonib@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! |
| Date: | May 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Learn about Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Hazlet Office |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-5655 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free! Join us ! |
| Date: | May 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:45 PM, New members orientation: 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Concerned Persons for Adoption (CPFA) Spring Program |
| Topic: | - Birth Mother Panel Discussion - Creating a Life Book - General Adoption Chat Three simultaneous programs taking place. Come hear wonderful information on topics that interest you. |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
First Presbyterian Church, 494 Router 10 West, at Whippany Road, Whippany |
| Contact(s): | (973) 625- 5628 |
| Email: | kswaltz@verizon.net |
| Web Site: | www.cpfanj.org |
| Notes: | This is a free program. |
| Date: | May 29, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30PM |
| Sponsor: |
JFS of MetroWest and JCC MetroWest |
| Topic: |
How to Cool off When things get Hot: |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Hebrew Academy of Morris County |
| Contact(s): |
Rebecca Trif (973) 584-5530 ext 3022 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Transitions are sometimes stressful times for children- the ending of school, the beginning of camp…This workshop is to help parents help their children handle stress. We will discuss the ways children experience stress, what causes stress, ways to teach your child to calm down, and some parenting strategies to use. |
| Date: | May 30, 2008 |
| Time: | 8:30 AM - 3:15 M |
| Sponsor: | The American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children New Jersey Chapter (APSAC-NJ) |
| Topic: | A One-day Statewide Multi-Disciplinary Conference Featuring Presentations from Legal, Medical, Social Work and Psychological Professions |
| Speaker(s): | Meg S. Kaplan, Ph.D |
| Location: |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick Student Center, 126 College Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901. |
| Contact(s): |
Brett Biller, Psy.D., (201) 336-8247 |
| Email: | Bbiller@humed.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | May 30, 2008 | |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | |
| Sponsor: |
Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies and The Adoption Circle |
|
| Topic: | Kinship Adoption: A Case Study | |
| Speaker(s): | Carol Hirsh, LCSW, Director of Post Adoption program at New Alternatives for Children | |
| Location: | 16 West 10th Street, NYC | |
| Contact(s): | RSVP (212) 260-7050 | |
| Email: | ||
| Web Site: | http://www.cmps.edu/extension/adoption.html | |
| Notes: |
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| Date: | May 31, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Navigating the Special Education System & the IEP Process Developing a Transitional Plan Zero Tolerance & IDEA – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act NCLB – No Child Left Behind Act |
| Speaker(s): |
Jill Seropian, NJPC Board Member, Parent |
| Location: |
Marilyn Moreheuser Parent Resource Center, |
| Contact(s): |
Pamela Davis at (973) 989-8866, |
| Email: | pamelad@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | May 31, 2008 |
| Time: | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Spence-Chapin |
| Topic: | Adoption Forums for Teens Dating and Relationships |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 410 East 92nd St. New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | Eneida (212) 360-0287 |
| Email: | arcworkshops@spence-chapin.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | A panel of young adults will candidly share how being
adopted may have impacted who they choose to date, who they choose as
friends and how they see themselves. Program fee: $30 per forum, advance registration is required |
| JUNE |
 |
| Date: | June 6 - 8, 2008 |
| Time: | |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Families 35th Annual Camping Weekend |
| Topic: | Diverse adoptive families meet one weekend each year for this special event. The camp offers a lake for fishing and boating, tennis, basketball, baseball and field games led by camp counselors. Take a nature walk or a dip in the olympic size swimming pool. Participate in arts and crafts, campfires, a talent show, songs and more. Indoor activities are planned in the recreation hall should there be inclement weather. This is an opportunity for parents and children to connect and share good food, good fun, and good times!! |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Camp Sloan YMCA, Lakeville, CT |
| Contact(s): | Lori Ziliotti & Mary Lee Ciminiello |
| Email: | lziliotto@comcast.net MaryLeeAdoptiveMom@gmail.com |
| Web Site: | www.adoptivefamilesweekend.com |
| Notes: | The weekend is all inclusive. Platform tents with canvas walls, bunk beds, and mattresses sleeps eight. Bathhouse facilities include private showers, hot water, stalled flush toilets, sinks, and electricity and outside lighting at night. Bring a box supper for Friday night, beverages will be provided. Buffet style meals in the dining hall Saturday through Sunday lunch. |
| Date: | June 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Understanding the Child Welfare System & Family Involvement in DYFS Strengthening the Juvenile Justice System through Family Involvement Cultural Competency & Diversity in the Child-Serving Community |
| Speaker(s): |
Jill Seropian, NJPC Board Member, Parent |
| Location: |
Marilyn Moreheuser Parent Resource Center, |
| Contact(s): |
Pamela Davis at (973) 989-8866, |
| Email: | pamelad@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | June 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Spence-Chapin |
| Topic: | Adoption Forums for Teens Search and Reunion |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 410 East 92nd St. New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | Eneida (212) 360-0287 |
| Email: | arcworkshops@spence-chapin.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | The choice to search for and maintain a relationship with
birth family is a unique aspect of being adopted. Adult adoptees will
discuss their experiences with regard to search, why they searched or did
not, and what happens after one meets their birth family. Program fee: $30 per forum, advance registration is required |
| Date: | June 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 - 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | Family Picnic |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Buck Mill Park, Colts Neck, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845-0791 or Liz (732) 473-9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg/ |
| Notes: | Join us for a great afternoon with our families - games.
clown, face painting, and great friends. Bring your own lunch and feel free
to bring something to be shared by all. Members are free, $10 per family for non members. |
| Date: | June 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 - 5:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJ Coalition for adoption Reform AND Education (NJCARE) |
| Topic: | The Morristown Post-Adoption Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Presbyterian Parish House 65 South Street, Morristown, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Judy Foster |
| Email: | jfoster7@optonline.net |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | June 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
The Role of Agencies Dedicated to Children & Families: Professional Panel of State Agencies & Community Organizations |
| Speaker(s): |
Jill Seropian, NJPC Board Member, Parent |
| Location: |
Marilyn Moreheuser Parent Resource Center, |
| Contact(s): |
Pamela Davis at (973) 989-8866, |
| Email: | pamelad@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | June 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Roots Unknown, A film about adoption by Zara Phillips |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
LUNA STAGE |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Roots: Unknown is an award-winning 30-minute documentary produced and directed by Zara Phillips examining the lifelong impact of adoption. This educational and informative film focuses on the emotional influence adoption has on the adoptee and their families. |
| Date: | June 14, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Empowering the Parent Trainer-Train the Trainer |
| Speaker(s): |
Jill Seropian, NJPC Board Member, Parent |
| Location: |
Marilyn Moreheuser Parent Resource Center, |
| Contact(s): |
Pamela Davis at (973) 989-8866, |
| Email: | pamelad@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | June 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Rutgers University |
| Topic: | Cultural Enrichment & Academic Support Program for children ages 4-13 |
| Speaker(s): | The program emphasis: Civil Rights |
| Location: | Rutgers University Douglas College, New Brunswick, NJ TBA |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Barutim@aol.com |
| Web Site: |
For complete schedule and information log onto info@kates.kidz.com |
| Notes: | Offering children between the ages of 4 – 13 the opportunity to become culturally aware, sharpen their academic skills and have a lot of fun. The fee is $200.00 per academic year. |
| Date: | June 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Jewish family Services of Metro West |
| Topic: | Options for Adoption, information seminar |
| Speaker(s): | Stephanie D'Amico, Director La Vida
International Marylou Facher, CSW, Anne Mollen, LCSW |
| Location: | 256 Columbia Turnpike, Suite 105, Florham Park, NJ 07932 |
| Contact(s): | Marylou Facher (973) 765-9050 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | June 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC, NESF Family Success Center |
| Topic: | Empowering vs. Enabling |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Newark Emergency Services for Families Family Success Center 982 Broad Street Newark, NJ 07102 |
| Contact(s): | Pamela Davis (973) 989-8866, fax (973) 989-8867 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
Parents and
caregivers attending the trainings are given the opportunity
to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve
their families, their rights and responsibilities in those
systems, and how to utilize their new skills to better
strengthen the fabric of their communities, ultimately with
the goal of improving outcomes for their families, children
and communities.
The training
is approved by DYFS for training credit for kinship, foster
and adoptive parents.
Childcare is Available and Dinner will be served. |
| Date: | June 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | Open Discussion |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | St Mary's Church, Colts Neck, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845-0791 or Liz (732) 473-9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg/ |
| Notes: | Meet other adoptive families in various stages of adoption - bring a great topic to discuss. |
| Date: | June 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility & Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Crossing the Bridge, From Infertility to Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW, Dr. Teena Cahill |
| Location: | Princeton Hyatt, 102 Carnegie Center, Princeton, NJ 08540 |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://iaccenter.com/workshop_inftoado.asp |
| Notes: |
| Date: | June 25, 2008 | |
| Time: | 7:45 PM - 9:30 / 10:00 PM | |
| Sponsor: |
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| Email: | ||
| Web Site: | www.cpfanj.org | |
| Notes: |
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| Date: | June 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Full Circle Post-Adoption Support Group Meeting |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
Panera Bread on Rt. 4, Paramus, NJ in the KOHL'S Shopping Center |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | All adult adoptees, birth parents, adoptive parents, and siblings, spouses, significant others are welcome. |
| Date: | June 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | My Daughter's Keeper, Inc |
| Topic: | Real Rap about Teen Pregnancy |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
40 North Bridge Road (Former Administration Building) Somerville, NJ 08876 |
| Contact(s): | Please RSVP to Frankie Bell at (732) 565-9313 |
| Email: | fbell@madaughterskeeper.org |
| Web Site: | www.madaughterskeeper.org |
| Notes: |
| JULY |
 |
| Date: | July 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Home Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care Opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
76 South orange Avenue Suite LL01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 763-2041 ext. 203 |
| Email: | ccollier@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how can you make a difference in school - aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | July 19, 2008 | |
| Time: | Noon to Dusk | |
| Sponsor: | Concerned Parents for Adoption (CPFA) | |
| Topic: | CPFA Summer Picnic | |
| Speaker(s): | ||
| Location: |
Lewis Morris Park; 3.5 miles West of Morristown on Country Road 510 (old 24) For Directions log onto http://www.morrisparks.net/aspparks/lmmain.asp |
|
| Contact(s): | Shauna Canter or Lynn Riker | |
| Email: |
shaunalcanter@yahoo.com (973) 586-1934
or
l.riker@verizon.net (973) 736-7032 |
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| Web Site: | ||
| Notes: |
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| Date: | July 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Transracial Adoption Workshop |
| Speaker(s): | Speaker and Moderator, Joni S. Mantell, LCSW |
| Location: | IACCenter, 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington N.J., 08534 |
| Contact(s): | (609) 737-8750 |
| Email: | JMantellMSW@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://iaccenter.com/workshop.transracial.asp |
| Notes: |
This workshop will be a combination of didactic material and experiential
exercises. The Adult adoptees will share their experiences and help you to
think about how you can help your children with these issues. Racial and
gender stereotyping and the different ways to cope with these issues will be
addressed as well. Seating is limited. Pre-registration is required and should be completed at least one week prior to the event. Payment must be received in order to confirm your registration. Cancellations must be received at least three days prior to the event |
| Date: | July 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - Noon |
| Sponsor: | Infertility & Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Transracial Adoption Issues |
| Speaker(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW and a Panel of Adoptees |
| Location: | 2 Tree Farm Road, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell or Lauren Scheiner |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | http://www.iaccenter.com/workshop.transracial.asp |
| Notes: |
| Date: | July 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation School - Aged Children |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: |
76 South orange Avenue Suite LL01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 763-2041 ext. 203 |
| Email: | ccollier@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how to transform a school - aged child's life by providing them with stability through adoption. |
| Date: | July 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation School - Aged Children |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court - 1st Fl |
| Contact(s): | Kristen (201) 226-0300 ext. 225 |
| Email: | ccollier@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how to transform a school - aged child's life by providing them with stability through adoption. |
| Date: | July 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM |
| Sponsor: | Connected Hearts Adoption Triad (CHATS) |
| Topic: | Adoption related discussion, Sharing and support |
| Speaker(s): | Musician and adoptee Katherine Almeida |
| Location: |
Watchung Avenue Presbyterian Church North Plainfield, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | Joan at jhoppe123@aol.com or Susan at mamagigi@comcast.net |
| Web Site: | http://www.wapc.net/chats.htm |
| Notes: | Katherine who performs as Banjara was adopted from Pakistan at three years old will share her story and her captivating music. Refreshments will be served. Click here to download the flyer |
| AUGUST |
 |
| Date: | August 3, 2008 Rain date Sunday August 10,2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Foster and Adoptive Family Services |
| Topic: | 2008 Summer Picknic |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Black Bear Lake Country Club 457 Stage Coach Road, Millstone Township, NJ 08510 |
| Contact(s): | For registration questions please call Janis Nietzer at (908) 510-0313 For all other questions (800) 222-0047 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.bblfun.com/foster |
| Notes: |
| Date: | August 9, 2008 |
| Time: | |
| Sponsor: | My Daughter's Keeper, Inc. |
| Topic: | 2008 Mother and Daughter Mini Retreat |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Crown Plaza Philadelphia / Cherry Hill |
| Contact(s): | Call (732) 565-9313 to register |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.madaughterskeeper.org |
| Notes: | Registration deadline: July 31, 2008 Calling all mothers and daughters! Come spend an empowering and inspiring day together and re-energize your relationships. |
| Date: | August 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions Form the Heart |
| Topic: | Discover Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Hazlet, NJ Office Hazlet, NJ 07730 |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! Please join us ! |
| Date: | August 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid an Family Services |
| Topic: | Medically Needy Orientation Infant/ Toddler Foster Care |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 266-0300 ext 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with a healthy start in life through infant/toddler foster services. |
| Date: | August 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid an Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Homes Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Ave Suite LL01, South orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how you can make a difference in school -aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | August 14 , 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid an Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Homes Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Ave Suite LL01, South orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how you can make a difference in school -aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | August 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions Form the Heart |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Cherry Hill, NJ Office |
| Contact(s): | (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Join us for a free meeting ! |
| Date: | August 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid an Family Services |
| Topic: | Medically Needy Orientation Infant /Toddler Foster Care |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Ave Suite LL01, South orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with a healthy start in life through infant/toddler foster services. |
| Date: | August 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid an Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Homes Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 266-0300 ext 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how you can make a difference in school -aged child's life by a becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | August 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Jewish Child Care Association AMETZ |
| Topic: | How to Adopt Domestically and Internationally |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (646) 505-5708 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | A comparison of the options,
including the differences in the step-by-step process, children available,
working with agencies and attorneys, state and federal requirements, travel,
time frames, costs, parent education and the homestudy process. Learn the 3
questions to ask early on to make a decision which way to go. Presentation
with interactive discussion. Questions encouraged. Group meets monthly and
is led by a social worker from the Ametz Adoption Program of the JCCA. Ametz
staff and guest speakers. $20 per person |
| Date: | August 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions Form the Heart |
| Topic: | Learn About Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Hazlet, NJ Office Hazlet, NJ 07730 |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! Please join us ! |
| Date: | August 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid an Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation School - Aged Child Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Ave Suite LL01, South orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how you can transform a school -aged child's life by providing them stability through adoption. |
| Date: | August 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid an Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation Older Child Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Kristen (201) 266-0300 ext 225 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how you can transform an older child's life by providing them stability through adoption. |
| SEPTEMBER |
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| Date: | September 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Regular / Medically Needy Orientation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with a healthy start in life through infant / toddler foster services. |
| Date: | September 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From the Heart |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Maplewood, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Join us for a free meeting ! |
| Date: | September 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | How to improve your child's self-esteem |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | September 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services, Inc. |
| Topic: | "Meet and Greet" |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Children's Aid & Family Services Ridgewood Location 148 Prospect Street, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 |
| Contact(s): | Wendy's Wonderful Kids recruiter Kristen Brady (201) 226-0300 x 225 |
| Email: | Kristen Brady at kbrady@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: |
www.cafsnj.org (in the Calendar of Events Section, The Month of September) |
| Notes: | The Meet & Greet will be a relaxed, fun filled event where families seeking to adopt can interact with children in need of a loving home. This year’s event is titled “A Day at the Races”. Wendy’s Wonderful Kids is a signature program of the Dave Thomas Foundation, which has partnered with Children's Aid and Family Services to find adoptive homes for the children in our care. Come meet our children and discuss how you can transform a child’s life! |
| Date: | September 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Introduction to Professional Parent
Advocacy |
| Speaker(s): |
Dr. Helene Robbins, NJPC Advisory
Board; |
| Location: |
Trinitas Hospital (Grassman Hall) 655 E. Jersey St. Elizabeth, NJ 07206 |
| Contact(s): | Sydney Rose at (908) 994-7471 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
NJPC is offering a FREE five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program for parents, grandparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and other caregivers raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate child-serving systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. NJPC's Professional Parent Advocacy Training is approved by DYFS for foster, adoptive and kinship caregivers. Lunch will be served and transportation stipends are available. Early registration is recommended. Organizations who have information for the parent information table, should forward 40 copies to NJPC of Union County, Trinitas Hospital, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206. Training is made available through the support of the Novartis Foundation and Trinitas Hospital. |
| Date: | September 14, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Sponsor: | Jewish Child Care Association AMETZ |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come With
Instructions: Post-Adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | Helayne Malamood, LCSW |
| Location: | Congregation Beth Elohim, 274 Garfield Place, Park Slope, Brooklyn |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | This group is for adoptive parents
and their children. Whether you’re wondering how to develop successful and
effective parenting skills, curious about discipline and set limits, not
sure you are doing all you can to nurture and support your child’s social,
emotional, and cognitive development or trying to make a decision about
returning to work or balancing other activities in your life this group is
for you. While the adults learn, laugh, and share the daily joys and
challenges of being a parent through adoption, your children have a peer
playgroup of their own. $12 per adult, $8 per child, per session. |
| Date: | September 14, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | Open Adoption Seminar: Join us for a full day exploration of open adoption. Topics presented include preparing to adopt, the benefits for all involved of maintaining an open adoption, how to work through the uncertainties of adoption, and a look at common "you have been chosen" and hospital scenarios. Participants will hear from birth and adoptive families living an open adoption. |
| Speaker(s): | Meredith Rose, MSW, MPH and Michelle Figueroa, MS |
| Location: | Lower Moreland Township Community Room- Huntingdon Valley, PA |
| Contact(s): | Shlomit Twersky |
| Email: | stwersky@openarmsadoptionnetwork.org |
| Web Site: | www.openarmsadoptionnetwork.org |
| Notes: | All are welcome. $50 per couple. |
| Date: | September 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From the Heart |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Montclair, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (732) 335-8883 |
| Email: | deborahd@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Join us for a free meeting ! |
| Date: | September 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From the Heart |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Cherry Hill, NJ Office Hazlet, NJ 07730 |
| Contact(s): | (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting ! Please join us ! |
| Date: | September 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From the Heart |
| Topic: | Learn About Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Wilmington, DE office |
| Contact(s): | (302) 658-8883 |
| Email: | pauletteh@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free meeting, please attend ! |
| Date: | September 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From the Heart |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Wynnewood, PA Office |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 |
| Email: | marthac@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Join us for a free meeting ! |
| Date: | September 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Jewish Child Care Association AMETZ |
| Topic: | |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Forest Hills Day Care Center, 108-05 68th Road, Queens |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | This group is for adoptive parents
and their children. Whether you’re wondering how to develop successful and
effective parenting skills, curious about discipline and set limits, not
sure you are doing all you can to nurture and support your child’s social,
emotional, and cognitive development or trying to make a decision about
returning to work or balancing other activities in your life this group is
for you. While the adults learn, laugh, and share the daily joys and
challenges of being a parent through adoption, your children have a peer
playgroup of their own. $12 per adult, $8 per child, per session. |
| Date: | September 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation School - Aged Child Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how you can transform a school-aged child's life by providing them stability through adoption. |
| Date: | September 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12: 00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Regular / Medically Needy Orientation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Avenue - Suite, LL 01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with healthy start in life trough infant / toddler foster service. |
| Date: | September 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | School and the adopted child |
| Speaker(s): | A loving Choice - Christine Latenzia |
| Location: | St Mary's Church, Colts Neck, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845-0791 or Liz (732) 473-9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg/ |
| Notes: | It's back to school and that can mean many different things for the adopted child - join us as we learn how to navigate the classroom and become sensitive to the needs of our children. |
| Date: | September 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Stop yelling and gain cooperation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | September 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Sponsor: | Jewish Child Care Association AMETZ |
| Topic: | How to Adopt Domestically and Internationally |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 76th & Amsterdam Avenue |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | A comparison of the options,
including the differences in the step-by-step process, children available,
working with agencies and attorneys, state, federal and Hague requirements,
travel, time frames, costs, parent education, and the homestudy process.
Learn the three questions to ask early on to make a decision on which way to
go. Presentation with interactive discussion. Group is led by a social
worker from Ametz. $20 per person, per session. |
| Date: | September 22, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Homes Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how you can make a difference in school-aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | September 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Jewish Child Care Association AMETZ |
| Topic: | Adoptive Parent Educational
Workshop: Talking to Kids about Adoption: Privacy vs. Secrecy |
| Speaker(s): | Dina Rosenfeld, DSW, Ametz Adoption Program |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 76th & Amsterdam Avenue |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | ametz@jccany.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | Being a parent is probably the most
difficult and time-consuming commitment in your life. Add adoption and there
is a new complexity. These interactive programs explore adoptive family life
while increasing your knowledge and skills as a parent. Geared for both
parents and parents-to-be. $15 JCC members/$20 non-JCC members, per session. |
| Date: | September 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Homes Therapeutic Foster Care Opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Avenue - Suite, LL 01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how you can make a difference in school- aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | September 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Foster and Adoptive Family Services |
| Topic: | Volunteer Committee Opening Meeting for Fall 2008 |
| Speaker(s): | Adoption Layers: Barry Berman & Doug Pine Regional Nurse Supervisors: Pansy Randall & Nicole Champagne from FXB-UMDNJ New Suburban Essex Chairperson Barbara Womelsdorf |
| Location: | Community Hills, 85 Irvine Turner Boulevard, Newark, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Please confirm attendance by contacting either FAFS Resource
Family Advocate Michael Johnstone at (800)334-6930 ext.2166 or Mike Moore, Newark Chairperson at (862) 763-4727 |
| Email: |
mjohnstone@fafsonline.org big_mike_moore@yahoo.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | September 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:34 PM; New Member Orientation at 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Concerned Persons For Adoption (CPFA) |
| Topic: |
Personal Adoption Stories: A panel of adult adoptees will share their
personal stories.
General Adoption Chat: An opportunity for you to discuss any questions or concerns you may have about your adoption journey with CPFA board members and other adoptive parents. |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | First Presbyterian Church of Whippany, 494 Whippany Road, Whippany |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.cpfanj.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | September 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From the Heart |
| Topic: | Learn About Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH - Dover, DE Office |
| Contact(s): | (302) 658-8883 |
| Email: | pauletteh@afth,org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Join us for a free meeting ! |
| Date: | September 25, 2008 | |
| Time: | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM | |
| Sponsor: | Concerned Persons For Adoption (CPFA) | |
| Topic: | Halloween Party for the Whole Family | |
| Speaker(s): | Featuring a Magician, Arts, Crafts and Games | |
| Location: | First Presbyterian Church of Whippany, 494 Whippany Road, Whippany |
|
| Contact(s): | RSVP Lynn at the below e-mail or call 973-736-7032 with the number of adults, children and if you are a member; none members pay $10.00 per family. | |
| Email: |
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| Web Site: | www.cpfanj.org | |
| Notes: | Please bring a fall/ Halloween themed snack or dessert to share. Drinks will be supplied by CPFA- Come in costume (yes, adults consider dressing up!) |
| Date: | September 25, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation School - Aged Child Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Avenue - Suite, LL 01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how you can transform a school aged child's life by providing them with stability through adoption. |
| Date: | September 25, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | "Why kids do what whey do" |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | The United Methodist Church, 65 LaRue Road, Newfoundland, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | September 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Ending tantrums |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | September 27, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Empowering the Parent
Voice: Motivation & Assertiveness |
| Speaker(s): |
Dr. Helene Robbins, NJPC Advisory
Board; |
| Location: |
Trinitas Hospital (Grassman Hall) 655 E. Jersey St. Elizabeth, NJ 07206 |
| Contact(s): | Sydney Rose at (908) 994-7471 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
NJPC is offering a FREE five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program for parents, grandparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and other caregivers raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate child-serving systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. NJPC's Professional Parent Advocacy Training is approved by DYFS for foster, adoptive and kinship caregivers. Lunch will be served and transportation stipends are available. |
| OCTOBER |
 |
| Date: | October 2, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Reasons that Teach Values |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | The United Methodist Church, 65 LaRue Road, Newfoundland, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 2, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | Domestic Infant Open Adoption Informational Meeting |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| Contact(s): | Shlomit Twersky |
| Email: | info@OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Web Site: | www.OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Notes: | Thinking about adoption? Come to our free information
meeting to learn about our program and meet the staff. RSVP required. |
| Date: | October 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Why kids do what they do |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | Domestic Infant Open Adoption Informational Meeting |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Chestnut Hill Library, Philadelphia, PA |
| Contact(s): | Shlomit Twersky |
| Email: | info@OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Web Site: | www.OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Notes: | Thinking about adoption? Come to our free information
meeting to learn about our program and meet the staff. RSVP required. |
| Date: | October 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Navigating
the Special Education System & the IEP
Process |
| Speaker(s): |
Dr. Helene Robbins, NJPC Advisory
Board; |
| Location: |
Trinitas Hospital (Grassman Hall) 655 E. Jersey St. Elizabeth, NJ 07206 |
| Contact(s): | Sydney Rose at (908) 994-7471 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
NJPC is offering a FREE five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program for parents, grandparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and other caregivers raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate child-serving systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. NJPC's Professional Parent Advocacy Training is approved by DYFS for foster, adoptive and kinship caregivers. Lunch will be served and transportation stipends are available. |
| Date: | October 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Families for Russian and Ukrainian Adoption NJ Central - South Chapter |
| Topic: | Tools for Creating Success: Helping the Internationally Adopted Child Learn |
| Speaker(s): | Dr. Paul Yellin, Director, the Yellin Center in
NYC, Felicia Demchuk, a parent of two daughters adopted from Russia and Ukraine. Dr. Jim Murphy Ed.D Dr. Susan Adubato Dr. Boris Gindis, Ph.D a FRUA national Board member Emily Cook, LCSW Mary Pat Kochenash, OTR/L Allen Bunn, R. PH |
| Location: | Quality Inn grand Versailles Room 531 Route 38 West Maple Shade, NJ 08052 |
| Contact(s): | Pat (609) 758-7388 |
| Email: | fruanj_cs@verizon.net |
| Web Site: | www.frua.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - Noon |
| Sponsor: | IAC Center |
| Topic: | Baby Care for Adoptive Parents |
| Speaker(s): | Jennifer Gamper-Meenan, RN, MSW |
| Location: | IAC Center, 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington, NJ 08534 |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell (609) 737-8750 |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | www.iaccenter.com |
| Notes: | Learn about baby care in a comfortable setting with other pre-adoptive parents, and also discuss some of the issues at the hospital when adopting a newborn. |
| Date: | October 5, 2008 |
| Time: | |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come with Instructions: Post-adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Congregation Beth Elohim, 247 Garfield Place Park Slope |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for
adoptive parents and their children. Whether you're wondering how to develop
successful and effective parenting skills, curious about discipline and
setting limits, not sure you are doing all you can to nurture and support
your child's social, emotional, and cognitive development, or trying to make
a decision about returning to work or balancing other activities in your
life-this group is for you. While the adults learn, laugh, and share the daily joys and challenges of being a parent through adoption, your children have a peer play group of their own. $12 per adult, $8 per child, per session. |
| Date: | October 5, 2008 |
| Time: | 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | TLC Korean Culture School |
| Topic: | 4th Annual Korean Culture Festival Adult Adoptee Panel, Children's Workshops |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 1st Presbyterian Church of Bernardsville Route 202, Bernardsville, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Pastor Chester Kim |
| Email: | pastorchester@msn.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | Please call the church at (908) 766-2950 to register. |
| Date: | October 6, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption Law Night - Join us to learn more about domestic adoption law in PA and NJ. Our presenters are well known in the field of adoption law and both are members of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys. |
| Speaker(s): | Denise Bierly, Esq, licensed in Pennsylvania and
Donald Cofsky, Esq licensed in New Jersey |
| Location: | JFCS Center City Office-2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| Contact(s): | (215) 934-5551, ext. 314 |
| Email: | info@openarmsadoptionnetwork.org |
| Web Site: | www.openarmsadoptionnetwork.org |
| Notes: | Registration is required at least 48 hours prior to workshop. Cost for workshop is $25 per couple. |
| Date: | October 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Why kids do what they do |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Kinnelon Library 132 Kinnelon Road, Second Floor, Kinnelon, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Regular Foster Care Orientation Medically Needy Orientation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with a healthy start in life through infant/toddler foster services. |
| Date: | October 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility & Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | LGBT Pre-Adoptive Parent Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 1 Tree Farm Road, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.iaccenter.com |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 7, 2008 |
| Time: | |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | "Speaking of Adoption" Listen to the internet at www.onworldwide.com |
| Speaker(s): | Stephanie Hanson, author of The Corpsman's Legacy |
| Location: | |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: |
http://www.leathern |
| Notes: | About her search for the father who died in Vietnam before she was born. |
| Date: | October 9, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | How to improve your child's self-esteem |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | The United Methodist Church, 65 LaRue Road, Newfoundland, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 9, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Regular Foster Care Orientation Medically Needy Orientation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Ave, LL 01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with a healthy start in life through infant/toddler foster services. |
| Date: | October 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Reasons that teach values |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Understanding the Child
Welfare System & Family
Involvement in DYFS |
| Speaker(s): |
Dr. Helene Robbins, NJPC Advisory
Board; |
| Location: |
Trinitas Hospital (Grassman Hall) 655 E. Jersey St. Elizabeth, NJ 07206 |
| Contact(s): | Sydney Rose at (908) 994-7471 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
NJPC is offering a FREE five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program for parents, grandparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and other caregivers raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate child-serving systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. NJPC's Professional Parent Advocacy Training is approved by DYFS for foster, adoptive and kinship caregivers. Lunch will be served and transportation stipends are available. |
| Date: | October 14, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | How to improve your child's self esteem |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Kinnelon Library 132 Kinnelon Road, Second Floor, Kinnelon, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 14, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Therapeutic Home Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how you can make a difference in school -aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | October 14, 2008 |
| Time: | |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | "Speaking of Adoption" Listen to the internet at www.onworldwide.com Why Are So Many Russian adoptees dying? |
| Speaker(s): | Marley Greiner of Bastard Nation and activist Elizabeth Case. |
| Location: | |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: |
http://www.leathern |
| Notes: | About her search for the father who died in Vietnam before she was born. |
| Date: | October 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Stop the yelling and gain coorporation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | The United Methodist Church, 65 LaRue Road, Newfoundland, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | Open Discussion |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | St Mary's Church, Colts Neck, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845-0791 or Liz (732) 473-9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg/ |
| Notes: | Bring a great topic and meet other adoptive families in various stages of adoption . |
| Date: | October 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Changing bad behaviors for good ones |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 8:45 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | IAC Center |
| Topic: | Crossing the Bridge from Infertility to Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW, Judy Kottick, LCSW, Adoption Triad members |
| Location: | Princeton Hyatt, Princeton, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell or Lauren Scheiner |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | www.iaccenter.com |
| Notes: | If you are considering or waiting to adopt this is an opportunity to learn about preparing emotionally, understanding all of your adoption choices and learning what life as an adoptive family will really be like. |
| Date: | October 19, 2008 |
| Time: | Check in at Noon. Walk begins 1:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Foster and Adoptive Family Services in conjunction with The National Foster parent Association |
| Topic: | Walk Me Home |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Buccleuch Park, 321 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ located across the street from St. Peter's Medical Center at the intersection of Easton Ave. and Huntington St. |
| Contact(s): | 1 (800) 222-0047 |
| Email: | To register go to www.fafsonline.org and click on Walk Me Home |
| Web Site: | www.fafsonline.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
The Role of Agencies Dedicated to Children’s Mental Health: Professional Panel of State Agencies & Community Organizations |
| Speaker(s): |
Dr. Helene Robbins, NJPC Advisory
Board; |
| Location: |
Trinitas Hospital (Grassman Hall) 655 E. Jersey St. Elizabeth, NJ 07206 |
| Contact(s): | Sydney Rose at (908) 994-7471 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
NJPC is offering a FREE five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program for parents, grandparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and other caregivers raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate child-serving systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. NJPC's Professional Parent Advocacy Training is approved by DYFS for foster, adoptive and kinship caregivers. Lunch will be served and transportation stipends are available. |
| Date: | October 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Stop the yelling and gain cooperation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Kinnelon Library 132 Kinnelon Road, Second Floor, Kinnelon, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Home Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care Opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Ave, LL 01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how you can make a difference in school -aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | October 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Creating an academic atmosphere in your home |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | The United Methodist Church, 65 LaRue Road, Newfoundland, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation School-Aged Child Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Ave, LL 01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how you can transform a school -aged child's life by providing them stability through adoption. |
| Date: | October 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation School-Aged Child Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how you can transform a school -Aged child's life by providing them stability through adoption. |
| Date: | October 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | JCCA Ametz Adoption Program |
| Topic: | Pre Adoption Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 76th and Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: |
www.jccany.org/ |
| Notes: |
Adopting a child can be a
challenging process that feels like an emotional roller coaster. Is there to
help future parents navigate the waiting period in a warm and supportive
environment with others struggling with similar challenges. The experienced group leader, and adoptive mother herself, really understands both the practical and psychological demands of adoption. Come share experiences and get answers with someone who not only knows that success is absolutely attainable, but can provide the guidance and support to make the wait easier. |
| Date: | October 24, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Building strong and influential relationships with your children |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 25, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | NJPC |
| Topic: |
Empowering the Parent Trainer-Train the Trainer |
| Speaker(s): |
Dr. Helene Robbins, NJPC Advisory
Board; |
| Location: |
Trinitas Hospital (Grassman Hall) 655 E. Jersey St. Elizabeth, NJ 07206 |
| Contact(s): | Sydney Rose at (908) 994-7471 |
| Email: | info@njparentcaucus.org |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
NJPC is offering a FREE five-week Professional Parent Advocacy Training program for parents, grandparents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and other caregivers raising children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Parents and caregivers attending the training are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge of the systems that serve their families, their rights and responsibilities within those systems, and the advocacy, professional, and collaborative skills needed to successfully negotiate child-serving systems. Parents will become better able to advocate for themselves and their communities, resulting in increased access to appropriate care and treatment for all children. NJPC's Professional Parent Advocacy Training is approved by DYFS for foster, adoptive and kinship caregivers. Lunch will be served and transportation stipends are available. |
| Date: | October 26, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | IAC Center |
| Topic: | International Baby Care |
| Speaker(s): | Jane Cramer, MSW |
| Location: | IAC Center, 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington, NJ 08534 |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell or Lauren Scheiner (609) 737-8750 |
| Email: | workshops@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | www.iaccenter.com |
| Notes: | Learn about baby/child adjustment and care in a comfortable setting with other prospective international adoptive parents. This workshop will cover both basic childcare and issues specific to international adoption, particularly tools and strategies to help you adjust your child to their new home life with you. |
| Date: | October 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Creating an academic atmosphere in your home |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Kinnelon Library 132 Kinnelon Road, Second Floor, Kinnelon, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility and Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | Adoptive Parents Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 235 West 76th Street, New York, New York |
| Contact(s): | Joni S. Mantell, MSW, Director of IAC Center (609) 737-8750 |
| Email: | JMantellMSW@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | www.iaccenter.com |
| Notes: |
$75 per session which
is usually partially insurance reimbursable. |
| Date: | October 28, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | The Ametz Adoption Program / JCCA |
| Topic: | Assisting Families as They Navigate Schools and other Educational Systems |
| Speaker(s): | Dr. Jane Aronson, Adoption Medicine Specialist |
| Location: | JCCA, 120 Wall Street, NYC |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.jccany.org/ametz |
| Notes: |
This training for
adoption professionals introduces the challenges parents and kids face as
children become learners in the school system. Children adopted from abroad
may start out with simple developmental delays that appear to resolve which
may hen evolve into school challenges. There are critical challenge points
where kids are expected to step up to attend and focus in a classroom
setting. There areexpectations for children to organize their thoughts, to problem solve, and practice their learning as they do homework. How can professionals help parents advocate for their children in the school system so that the child can be successful? |
| Date: | October 30, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | Transracial Adoption Choosing to become a multi-racial family can be an enriching experience for all. However, the decision to adopt transracially should not be made without consideration of many factors Join us to learn more about what research says that children need when being raised by parents of a different race or ethnic group. Also learn about ways you can incorporate great richness and diversity into your life in an ongoing way. |
| Speaker(s): | Abby Ruder, BA, MFT |
| Location: | JFCS Center City Office-2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| Contact(s): | (215) 934-5551, ext. 314 |
| Email: | info@openarmsadoptionnetwork.org |
| Web Site: | www.openarmsadoptionnetwork.org |
| Notes: | Registration is required at least 48 hours prior to workshop. Cost for workshop is $25 per couple. |
| Date: | October 30, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Changing bad behaviors for good ones |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | The United Methodist Church, 65 LaRue Road, Newfoundland, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | October 31, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Creating an academic and enjoyable atmosphere in your home |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
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| Date: | November 1, 2008 |
| Time: | All Day |
| Sponsor: | Concerned Persons for Adoption (CPFA) |
| Topic: | "Let's Talk Adoption" Conference |
| Speaker(s): | Adam Pertman- Keynote speaker plus 36 other workshops |
| Location: | Rutgers University, Busch Campus, Piscataway, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | conference08@cpfanj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cpfanj.org |
| Notes: | Up to 5 Continuing Education Units offered for social workers, guidance counselors, etc. See website for more information. |
| Date: | November 2, 2008 |
| Time: | |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come with Instructions: Post-adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Congregation Beth Elohim, 247 Garfield Place Park Slope |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for
adoptive parents and their children. Whether you're wondering how to develop
successful and effective parenting skills, curious about discipline and
setting limits, not sure you are doing all you can to nurture and support
your child's social, emotional, and cognitive development, or trying to make
a decision about returning to work or balancing other activities in your
life-this group is for you. While the adults learn, laugh, and share the daily joys and challenges of being a parent through adoption, your children have a peer play group of their own. $12 per adult, $8 per child, per session. |
| Date: | November 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility & Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | LGBT Pre-Adoptive Parent Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 1 Tree Farm Road, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni Mantell, LCSW |
| Email: | JMantellMSW@aol.com |
| Web Site: | www.iaccenter.com |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 5, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoption Options |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | Donna Kochoa / Kerri Murphy |
| Location: | Lutheran Social Ministries of NJ 6 Terri Lane, Suite 300, Burlington, NJ 08016 |
| Contact(s): | Terry Dingle |
| Email: | tdingle@smnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.lsmnjadoption.org |
| Notes: | Learn about domestic adoption programs: open infant and waiting child. |
| Date: | November 6, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | How to end tantrums forever 1 |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | The United Methodist Church, 65 LaRue Road, Newfoundland, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | How to improve your child self esteem |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Changing bad behaviors for good ones |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Kinnelon Library 132 Kinnelon Road, Second Floor, Kinnelon, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Regular Foster Care Orientation Medically Needy Engagement |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade (201) 226-0300 x 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with a healthy start in life through infant/toddler foster care. |
| Date: | November 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | Sustaining and Maintaining a Healthy Open Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | Meredith Rose, MSW, MPH |
| Location: | 2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| Contact(s): | Shlomit Twersky |
| Email: | info@OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Web Site: | www.OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Notes: | An open adoption does not begin and end as adoptive and birth parents hug goodbye at the hospital. That is just the beginning. Join us and learn techniques and tools to keep your connection vital, healthy and ongoing. No matter what your relationship looks like.. if it is just phone calls, letters or visits too... let's talk about ways we can "shore-up" the connection to make it strong and everlasting so that it will bring richness and joy to your child's life. RSVP required at least 48 hours prior to event. All are welcome. $25 fee per family. |
| Date: | November 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | How to end tantrums forever 2 |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | The United Methodist Church, 65 LaRue Road, Newfoundland, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | JCCA Ametz Adoption Program |
| Topic: | Pre Adoption Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 76th and Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: |
www.jccany.org/ |
| Notes: |
Adopting a child can be a
challenging process that feels like an emotional roller coaster. Is there to
help future parents navigate the waiting period in a warm and supportive
environment with others struggling with similar challenges. The experienced group leader, and adoptive mother herself, really understands both the practical and psychological demands of adoption. Come share experiences and get answers with someone who not only knows that success is absolutely attainable, but can provide the guidance and support to make the wait easier. |
| Date: | November 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: |
Rally for Adoptees' Access to Birth Certificates |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | State House Steps on the State Street, Trenton, NJ |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | http://www.nj-care.org/-ADD |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 14, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Stop the yelling and gain cooperation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM - 12:00 Noon |
| Sponsor: | New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse |
| Topic: | Developing and maintaining an effective self-help group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | West Orange Public Library 46 Mount Pleasant Ave. W Orange, NJ 07052 |
| Contact(s): | 1-(800)367-6274 or (973) 989-1122 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3;30 PM |
| Sponsor: | New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse |
| Topic: | Fine-tuning your group facilitation skills |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | West Orange Public Library 46 Mount Pleasant Ave. W Orange, NJ 07052 |
| Contact(s): | 1-(800)367-6274 or (973) 989-1122 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 Noon - 1:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Infertility and Adoption Counseling Center |
| Topic: | First Years at Home Adoptive Parents Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | IAC Center, 2 Tree Farm Road, Suite A200, Pennington, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Joni S. Mantell, MSW, Director of IAC Center (609) 737-8750 |
| Email: | JMantellMSW@iaccenter.com |
| Web Site: | www.iaccenter.com |
| Notes: |
$75 per session which
is usually partially insurance reimbursable |
| Date: | November 16,2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 Noon |
| Sponsor: | Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen Office of Family Life Ministry |
| Topic: | The "Celebrate Adoption" mass is an annual event for adoptive families - includes adoptees, adoptive parents, extended families, and birthparents. |
| Speaker(s): | Bishop Paul Bootkoski of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen will be the celebrant of this mass. |
| Location: | Cathedral of St. Francis |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
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| Notes: |
| Date: | November 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | How to end tantrums forever |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Kinnelon Library 132 Kinnelon Road, Second Floor, Kinnelon, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From The Heart |
| Topic: | Celebrate National Adoption Month - Discover Domestic Adoption! |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Adoptions From the Heart office - 451 Woodland Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 |
| Contact(s): | Jennifer Bradley (856) 665-5655 |
| Email: | jenniferb@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free information meeting! Learn about domestic adoption options, adoption myths vs. facts, financial assistance and finding the program that’s right for you! |
| Date: | November 18, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Therapeutic Foster Care, Regular / Medically Needy Orientation, PATH to Adoption Orientation |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Avenue, Suite LL01 South orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Attend CAFS Informational session to learn more about our different programs of interest. |
| Date: | November 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | |
| Speaker(s): | Tom Mcghee |
| Location: | St Mary's Church, Colts Neck |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845- 0791or Liz (732) 473- 9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg |
| Notes: | Come meet Tom and share his story as well as have a great
Q & A session from someone who has lived it. |
| Date: | November 20, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | Creating Family Profiles and Child Lifebooks |
| Speaker(s): | Michele Smeal and Shlomit Twersky |
| Location: | 2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| Contact(s): | Shlomit Twersky |
| Email: | info@OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Web Site: | www.OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Notes: | Learn from adoptive parents with a flair for creativity! Our workshop will give you lots of ideas on how to create a Family Profile (for infant domestic adoption) that presents your family in its most honest and wonderful way -- and learn how to start and maintain a Lifebook for your child so the facts of their adoption story will always be available at their fingertips. Registration Required. $25 per family not affiliated with Open Arms. |
| Date: | November 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | Adult Adoptees |
| Speaker(s): | Tom McGee |
| Location: | St Mary's Church, Colts Neck, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845-0791 or Liz (732) 473-9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg/ |
| Notes: | Tom will share his experience and answer questions from the group. |
| Date: | November 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Ending tantrums |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 21, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Grandma K.A.R.E.S., Inc. |
| Topic: | An Inspirational Support Group Meeting for Kinship and Foster Caregivers |
| Speaker(s): | Claire Forte-Mcrobbie, LSW, Mike Johnstone |
| Location: | South Orange Library 65 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 327-4114 |
| Email: | grandmaeagle@msn.com |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | November 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptive Parents Committee, Inc. |
| Topic: | The 28th Annual Tri-State Adoption Conference |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Weil-Cornell Medical College 1300 York Avenue at 70th St, New York, NY 10065 |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.adoptiveparents.org |
| Notes: |
Join us for the largest, day-long
adoption conference in the northeast featuring more than 50 adoption experts
presenting workshops, seminars and panel discussions to raise awareness of
adoption by providing current information and resources for prospective parents,
adoptive parents, and professionals in all fields related to adoption. Also
featured is an extensive array of exhibitors showcasing adoption-related
services and materials. Hague approved parent training. Renowned adoption
expert, author and Editor-in-chief Patricia
Irwin Johnston will serve as the keynote speaker.
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| Date: | November 25, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Why kids do what they do |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
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| Date: | December 2, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Regular Foster Care Orientation Medically Needy Opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court - 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade: (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with a healthy start in life through infant/toddler foster services. |
| Date: | December 3, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoption Options |
| Topic: | Domestic Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | Donna Kochoa & Kerry Murphy |
| Location: | Lutheran Social Ministries of NJ 6 Terri Lane, Suite 300 Burlington, NJ 08016 |
| Contact(s): | Terry Dingle |
| Email: | tdingle@lsmnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.lsmnjadoption.org |
| Notes: | Please call to register |
| Date: | December 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | International Adoption: The Effects of Institutionalization |
| Speaker(s): | Dr. David Harlem |
| Location: | 2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA |
| Contact(s): | Shlomit Twersky |
| Email: | info@OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Web Site: | www.OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Notes: | Attachment and bonding are natural phenomenon that occur between parent (biologic or adoptive) and child. The parents "fall in love" with the child and the process begins. What happens to the child when this is interrupted by trauma, neglect, or institutionalization? How can the adoptive parents recognize the signs of an Attachment Disorder and what steps can they take to minimize it's effect on their child's development? Registration required. $25 per family not affiliated with Open Arms. |
| Date: | December 4, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | The Parent Train |
| Topic: | Adoptive Parent Workshop: Parenting the Older Adoptee |
| Speaker(s): | Dr. Maria Salvanto |
| Location: | Parsippany Library 449 Halsey Road |
| Contact(s): | (973) 588-4486 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.parenttrain.com |
| Notes: | Fee: $15 per single, $25 per couple in advance $ 25 per single, $35 per couple at the door Topics to be addressed: The "Honeymoon period", attachment issues, identity formation in adoptees, international adoption issues, multiple siblings issues. |
| Date: | December 5, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Reasons that teach teach values |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | December 6, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | St Mary's Church, Colts Neck, Parish Hall |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845- 0791or Liz (732) 473- 9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg |
| Notes: | $10 free for members, bring something to share with others! Come enjoy a great party with other adoptive families and a great clown. |
| Date: | December 7, 2008 |
| Time: | |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | Because Kids Don't Come with Instructions: Post-adoptive Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Congregation Beth Elohim, 247 Garfield Place Park Slope |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
This group is for
adoptive parents and their children. Whether you're wondering how to develop
successful and effective parenting skills, curious about discipline and
setting limits, not sure you are doing all you can to nurture and support
your child's social, emotional, and cognitive development, or trying to make
a decision about returning to work or balancing other activities in your
life-this group is for you. While the adults learn, laugh, and share the daily joys and challenges of being a parent through adoption, your children have a peer play group of their own. $12 per adult, $8 per child, per session. |
| Date: | December 7, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Open Arms Adoption Network |
| Topic: | Open Adoption Seminar |
| Speaker(s): | Meredith Rose, MSW, MPH |
| Location: | Lower Moreland Township Community Room- Huntingdon Valley |
| Contact(s): | Shlomit Twersky |
| Email: | info@OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Web Site: | www.OpenArmsAdoption.net |
| Notes: | Join us for a full day exploration of open adoption. Topics presented include preparing to adopt, the nuts and bolts of the adoption process, and the benefits of maintaining a life-long healthy open adoption. Interwoven throughout the day, birth and adoptive families will share their open adoption experience. Registration required. $50 for families not affiliated with Open Arms. |
| Date: | December 9, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From the Heart |
| Topic: | Domestic infant Adoption |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | AFTH Wynnewood Office |
| Contact(s): | (610) 642-7200 |
| Email: | marthac@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free Meeting |
| Date: | December 9, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Regular Foster Care Orientation Medically Needy Opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Avenue, Suite LL01, South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen: (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn more about the rewarding experience of providing a child with a healthy start in life through infant/toddler foster services. |
| Date: | December 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Ametz Adoption Program of JCCA |
| Topic: | Preparing our Families to Adopt the Older Children form Overseas |
| Speaker(s): | Boris Gindis, PhD, Center for Cognitive-Developmental Assessment & Remediation and Tatyana Gindis, Director, Post Adoption Learning Center |
| Location: | JCCA, 120 Wall Street, NYC |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | www.jccany.org/ametz |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | The Institute 's fifth year offerings are geared for
professionals working with pre-adoptive and adoptive families. Each 3-hour
course includes a didactic presentation and time for interactive discussion. NASW CEU certificates issued at the end of each course. $45 per session, $200 for 5-session series Pre-registration required and space is limited. |
| Date: | December 10, 2008 |
| Time: | 4:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Adoptions From the Heart |
| Topic: | Learn About Adoption: An overview of all of our adoption programs |
| Speaker(s): | AFTH social worker |
| Location: | AFTH Delaware Office |
| Contact(s): | (302) 658-8883 |
| Email: | deofficemanger@afth.org |
| Web Site: | www.afth.org |
| Notes: | Free Meeting |
| Date: | December 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | JCCA Ametz Adoption Program |
| Topic: | Pre Adoption Support Group |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | JCC of Manhattan, 76th and Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY |
| Contact(s): | (212) 558-9949 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: |
www.jccany.org/ |
| Notes: |
Adopting a child can be a
challenging process that feels like an emotional roller coaster. Is there to
help future parents navigate the waiting period in a warm and supportive
environment with others struggling with similar challenges. The experienced group leader, and adoptive mother herself, really understands both the practical and psychological demands of adoption. Come share experiences and get answers with someone who not only knows that success is absolutely attainable, but can provide the guidance and support to make the wait easier. |
| Date: | December 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | PATH to Adoption Orientation School-Aged Child Adoption Opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court - 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade: (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Learn how you can transform a school - aged child's life by providing them stability through adoption. |
| Date: | December 11, 2008 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Home Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care Opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 76 South Orange Avenue Suite LL01 South Orange, NJ 07079 |
| Contact(s): | Eileen: (973) 762-5887 ext. 203 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how you can make a difference in school - aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | December 12, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Changing bad behaviors for good ones |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | December 13, 2008 |
| Time: | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Concerned Persons for Adoption (CPFA) |
| Topic: | Annual Holiday Party |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | First Presbyterian Church of Whippany 494 Route 10 West, at Whippany Road, Whippany |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | shaunalcanter@yahoo.com |
| Web Site: | www.cpfsnj.org |
| Notes: |
RSVP by December 6, via www.cpfanj.org or e-mail with name, # of adults, # of children, member or non-member to shaunalcanter@yahoo.com . |
| Date: | December 15, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Warren County FAFS |
| Topic: | Training Meeting, Adoption and Foster Care in the School |
| Speaker(s): | Dana Fried, Assistant Director of NJARCH |
| Location: |
Harmony Presbyterian Church |
| Contact(s): |
Tammi at 454-7574 |
| Email: | tammi568@ptd.net |
| Web Site: | www.wcfafs.org |
| Notes: |
| Date: | December 16, 2008 |
| Time: | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Children's Aid and Family Services |
| Topic: | Treatment Home Orientation Therapeutic Foster Care Opportunities |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 240 Frisch Court - 1st Floor, Paramus, NJ 07652 |
| Contact(s): | Charade: (201) 226-0300 ext. 247 |
| Email: | adoption@cafsnj.org |
| Web Site: | www.cafsnj.org |
| Notes: | Discover how you can make a difference in school - aged child's life by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. |
| Date: | December 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Building strong and influential relationships with your children |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | December 19, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 PM |
| Sponsor: | Monmouth / Ocean County Adoptive Families Support Group |
| Topic: | Open Discussion |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | St Mary's Church, Colts Neck |
| Contact(s): | Danielle (732) 845- 0791or Liz (732) 473- 9113 |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | www.freewebs.com/mocafsg |
| Notes: | Bring a great topic and enjoy a cup of coffee with some amazing parents. |
| Date: | December 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | Positive Parenting |
| Topic: | Creating an academic and enjoyable atmosphere in your home |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | 415 Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, NJ |
| Contact(s): | (973) 853-5500 |
| Email: | Tom@PositiveParentin.tv |
| Web Site: | www.PositiveParenting.tv |
| Notes: |
| Date: | December 23, 2008 |
| Time: | 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | CBS Special "Home for Holidays" |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | |
| Contact(s): | |
| Email: | |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: |
| Date: | December 25, 2008 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Sponsor: | |
| Topic: | NJFRUA ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY |
| Speaker(s): | |
| Location: | Russian Hall 4-6 Woodhall Ave, Little Falls, NJ |
| Contact(s): | Miran Rucci |
| Email: | mirucci@earthlink.net |
| Web Site: | |
| Notes: | Buffet Lunch, including chicken, ziti, meatballs, fish, ham,
rice, Potatoes, green salad bread and beverages. Music , dancing and entertainment for all Adults $15 per person children 3 to 5 years $5 / 6 to 9 yr $8 / less than 3 yr no charge |
