More than 1,000 African American children are languishing in Washington state foster care. Please join an informal discussion about these children and how you could help them.
Kent Library
large meeting room
noon to 1 pm
212 2nd Ave N.
Kent, WA 98032
Our most important fundraising event of the year, From Hope to Home will educate and inspire hundreds of community leaders committed to improving the lives of children in foster care.
Monday, May 14, 2012
Registration 11:00 – 11:55 a.m.
Luncheon 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Sheraton Seattle
1400 Sixth Avenue
Metropolitan Ballroom
Emcee: Jean Enersen, KING 5
Guests will have the opportunity to support Amara at the event. The suggested minimum contribution is $150. Pledges are welcome.
This four-hour workshop explores the complexities of sibling relationships, particularly for children who have been in foster care. Using presentations, exercises, and small group discussions, we consider how adoptive parents can understand their children and their children’s roles as individuals as well as members of their birth and adoptive families.
This workshop is recommended for families considering adopting a sibling set or welcoming a child into a home where children already exist.
RSVP or more information at 206.260.1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org.
This three-hour training helps adoptive parents understand adoption as a blended family experience. We discuss birth parent stereotypes and consider a collaborative approach to working with birth families to encourage the healthy, lifelong development of each child.
*This training is required of families adopting through Amara.
Where: Amara, 3300 E. Union St., Seattle, WA 98122
RSVP or more information at 206.260.1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org.
P.R.I.D.E. (parents’ resource for information, development, and education) is a required part of the licensing process for foster and adoptive parents. The program is a valuable resource for families learning about children in foster care and the roles foster and adoptive families have when caring for these children.
Who can attend: Anyone, 21 and older, who is considering adopting a child from foster care or becoming a temporary foster care provider. This community training is free.
When: Friday, October 28, Saturday, October 29, and Sunday, October 30, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Where: Amara, 3300 E. Union St., Seattle, WA 98122
RSVP or more information: call 206.260.1700 or email us at amara@amaraparenting.org.
This four-hour workshop offers an opportunity to explore ways in which LGBT families are wonderful and different from other families. Participants will focus on ways to prepare for the joys and challenges that may arise throughout the adoption process and continue into parenthood.
Workshop facilitators are both proud adoptive parents; between them, they have more than 25 years of teaching and training experience.
Where: Amara, 3300 E. Union St., Seattle, WA 98122
RSVP or more information at 206.260.1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org.
This training will expand on the original and required Transracial & Transcultural Adoption Training and will include topics such as Development of Racial Identity, Talking to Kids about Race & Culture, Seeking Diversity, and Challenging Racism.
Where: Amara, 3300 E. Union St., Seattle, WA 98122
RSVP or more information at 206.260.1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org.
This three-hour training encourages prospective adoptive parents to explore their understanding and competence around parenting a child of a different race, ethnicity, and/or culture. Attendees will acquire tools to assess their readiness for transracial adoption. They will increase their understanding of what is needed to prepare themselves, their families, and their children for the challenges ahead.
Where: Amara, 3300 E. Union St., Seattle, WA 98122
RSVP or more information at 206.260.1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org.
The goal of this two-hour session is to introduce you to Amara and our adoption services, as well as to provide an overview of adoption in the areas of foster-to-adopt and private relinquishment. A family who has previously adopted through Amara will share their personal experience. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions throughout the session of both Amara staff and the family.
Where: Amara, 3300 E. Union St., Seattle, WA 98122
RSVP or more information at 206.260.1700 or amara@amaraparenting.org.
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