This content was originally published by Creating a Family, the national infertility education and support nonprofit. These are some strange and stressful days we’re facing, aren’t they? Many of us who are parenting adopted or foster kids may be feeling additional stress over how to support our kids during these uncertain days. Our kids might
Meet Genesis: An Empathetic and Artistic Teen
Genesis is a caring and animated 16-year-old who is hoping to find an open-hearted and accepting family who can provide support during all of life’s most important moments. “Genesis is so easy to get along with, you fall in love with him right away,” says his child-specific recruiter, Diana. “He really cares about other people
How to Talk to Your Kids About COVID-19
With minute-by-minute news updates and the sudden change in your child’s day-to-day schedule, you are bound to be getting a lot of questions about COVID-19. We’ve gathered some of the best advice from childcare professionals and medical experts to help you navigate the questions and concerns your child might be experiencing. PBS Kids featured an article
12 At Home Activities for Kids & Families
Life as we know it has dramatically shifted over the past few days, and we are all trying to settle into our new normal. School closures have greatly affected the way we are living our lives day-to-day, and for many parents and caregivers, it can be hard to know where to start to help kids
Behind the Desk With Sue Orban
In our new series, Behind the Desk, we’re catching up with some of the incredibly talented, dedicated, and caring individuals who help make everything our organization does possible. This month we’re featuring Sue Orban, an Outreach and Adoption Specialist who works in our East Office. For over ten years Sue has brought her wit, charm
A Family’s 70 Year Journey With LSS
Though 92-year-old Betty says she hasn’t “thought about adoption for a long time,” the ripples of how adoption touched her life are throughout her home. Photos of smiling children and grandchildren grace her fireplace mantle. A close up of her and her husband’s hands hangs in the kitchen – a visual reminder of the years
Meet Jahnia: An outgoing teen who loves music—especially Beyoncé
Jahnia is an outgoing, intelligent 15-year-old with a quick wit and infectious sense of humor. Lensa, her child-specific recruiter says, “Jahnia is down to earth, funny, gets along with everyone, and tells it like it is.” The two recently went out to dinner at Jahnia’s favorite Thai restaurant where they spent time talking, laughing, and
Adoption Tax Credit 2019 Guide
This content was originally published by Creating a Family, the national infertility education and support nonprofit. As we put the old year to rest and begin the new, our thoughts turn to taxes. And if you have adopted recently your thoughts should be turning to how to maximize the Adoption Tax Credit 2019. The Adoption
11 Things to Look Forward to at Adoption Day Camp
As many parents know, it’s never too early to start making summer plans for your kids. With so many options, the choices can be overwhelming, but we think our Adoption Day Camp might be just the experience your family is looking for this summer! This unique camp blends traditional activities like archery and swimming with
How Tour Korea Changed My Life
My name is Kelsey, I’m 23 years old and I was adopted when I was four months old. When I was younger, my family and I would go to Korean adoptee family events. My desire to learn more about my heritage really grew when I was in college. One of my best friends I met
