With a critical openness to birth families, and through the difficulty of reunification, the Shafer Family’s commitment to supporting their children is inspiring!
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Post-Adoption Program
When adoptive parents are asked questions in front of their children, like, “Is she your real daughter?” we can be certain that the adoptee is listening! So, how do we prepare adoptees for these inevitable questions? By being child-centered in our approach, every step of the way. Watch this quick video to learn more about
Post-Adoption Program
When adoptive parents are asked questions in front of their children, like, “Is she your real daughter?” we can be certain that the adoptee is listening! So, how do we prepare adoptees for these inevitable questions? By being child-centered in our approach, every step of the way.
Meet the Swanson/Diamond Family
Through challenges and uncertainties, the Swanson-Diamond family persist and thrive together!
Amara STAR Mentorship Program
The Amara STAR (Strong, Tough, and Resilient) Mentorship Program help build strong communities of adoptees! STAR participants have a unique shared identity of being an adoptee or having experience foster care.
Darren’s Story
After 12 years in foster care, Darren found a loving and supportive family with Carrie and Christine.
Alex’s Adoption from Foster Care
With help from his parents, Alex tells the story of his experience with foster care and adoption.
JoAnn and Jade’s Story
After seven different foster placements by the age of eight, Jade met JoAnn and everything changed.