In this group we will explore common sleep issues that come up for pre-school and school aged children and offer tangible solutions to help everyone get a good night’s sleep! We will have time for parents to share the unique challenges with sleep. Join us to get guidance on what can help your … [Read more...]

If you’re considering domestic infant adoption, join us to learn about the pathway of working with an adoption attorney for a private placement. We’ll hear from a panel of attorneys about the process of completing a private adoption and a social worker will speak about the home study process. We’ll … [Read more...]

Join us for a conversation with transracial adult adoptees as they discuss their stories, and what they wish they had shared in their youth with their parents about race/racism. We will also talk about ways to have tough conversations about these topics at home and in light of recent events. This … [Read more...]

There is a lot going on in the world right now. Join us in a virtual discussion on October 20th from 6-8pm about how this year’s current events impact us as adoptees. This discussion is open to both international and domestic adoptees only (age 18+), and will be led by Jessica M. Luciere, a … [Read more...]

Join Spence-Chapin staff members and fellow adoptive parents along with adoptee voices for an open discussion about adoption, race and identity. Our conversation will focus on racism experienced in the Black community. This will take place via Zoom and will be a facilitated group-based … [Read more...]

Considering adopting? Want to learn about adoption programs at Spence-Chapin? Join Spence-Chapin staff to learn about the current landscape of international and domestic adoption and the needs of the children waiting for adoptive families. We’ll discuss the scope of all Spence-Chapin adoption … [Read more...]

Join us to hear from our International Team! The team is excited to meet you virtually and to share their experiences working in the International Adoption Program at Spence-Chapin. The team will discuss their backgrounds, what brought them to the field of adoption, examples of their day to day … [Read more...]

Our International Team is excited to host this webinar and to share information about Colombia’s rich cultural history, history of adoption, and recent shifts in child welfare that have had a positive impact on children living in alternative care settings. We will discuss common medical and special … [Read more...]

Has your child recently asked a question you are not sure how to answer? Are you are wondering: how do I explain this to a 3/5/8-year-old? When is the right time to give these details? This is the group for you. We will share advice on how to talk to your child about their story using words and … [Read more...]

Considering adopting? Want to learn about adoption programs at Spence-Chapin? Join Spence-Chapin staff to learn about the current landscape of international and domestic adoption and the needs of the children waiting for adoptive families. We’ll discuss the scope of all Spence-Chapin adoption … [Read more...]