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
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Features Childhood Trauma Expert to teach on several different topics.
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After Lesson: Question and Discussion Session for parents to discuss how the topic affects their family
Session 2 of Month: Parental Support
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Dedicated to Support and Making Connections with others in similar situations
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Mediated by therapist
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Each family is given time to discuss their own concerns and story (if they wish to share)