Adoptive & Foster Parent Support Group

Where: Taylor Recreation Center, 22805 Goddard Rd., Taylor, MI 48180

Cost: $10 per session, per person/couple

Dates: 5/7, 5/21, 6/4, 6/18, 7/2, 7/16, 7/30, 8/13, 8/27

Session Time: 5pm-7pm

*Note: Childcare available on site for $5 per session

Mission

A supportive group of parents with children (17 & under) who have been adopted internationally, domestically, or through the foster care system that is dedicated to cultivate, enhance, and grow the understanding of childhood trauma, trade resources and techniques, gain education in childhood trauma, and find solace in other parents in the same journey. ​

Structure

 Session 1 of Month: Trauma Education

  • Features Childhood Trauma Expert to teach on several different topics. 

  • After Lesson: Question and Discussion Session for parents to discuss how the topic affects their family

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 Session 2 of Month: Parental Support

  • Dedicated to Support and Making Connections with others in similar situations

  • Mediated by therapist

  • Each family is given time to discuss their own concerns and story (if they wish to share)

Interested or Have Questions? 
Email Laura Sheldon @ laura.sheldon@hotmail.com