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We are so excited to announce the start of our Vancouver Washington FASt Friends Support group on March 28th 2020. We need your feedback on what you would like to see in your group and would like to update you on the time and location once we get that nailed down. Let us know you’re interested by clicking the I’M INTERESTED button. Volunteer ran and peer-led, all of our support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASD’s as well as to adults impacted by FASD’s. Our groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers. There is no fee to attend.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Areas of service and expertise: Journeys of the Heart serves the following populations: * Children, domestic and international, in need of loving and permanent homes. * Children, domestic and international, who we are able to assist through relief programs. * Domestic birth parents who are considering completing an adoption plan for their children * Adoptive parent\\\'s who meet all the necessary requirements of the adoption program they are enrolled in and who wish to provide a permanent, safe and loving home for a child born domestically or internationally. Journeys of the Heart has established the following priorities for our services: children are the first priority; domestic birth parents are the second priority because they are responsible for making the decisions that affect the lives of their child or children; adoptive parents, who make up an important part of Journeys\\\' service population, are the third priority since the best interest of the child comes first. (Keywords: Adoption)

This free group offers supportive listening and positive tips about parenting older adopted children. You’re welcome to attend both before as well as after your child arrives home. Families can request to join closed facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/501765056571480/ WACAP Adoptive Parent Support Group(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

ADOPTIVE FRIENDS AND FAMILIES OF GREATER SEATTLE was formed by several families built through adoption who recognized a need for more support and unity through the adoption process and beyond. We are a non-profit support and educational group that includes both families touched by adoption and families waiting to adopt. We embrace all ethnic, racial and socio-economic backgrounds as well as all types of adoptions. AFFGS is empowering families through community.(Keywords: Adoption, Support)

ADOPTIVE FRIENDS AND FAMILIES OF GREATER SEATTLE was formed by several families built through adoption who recognized a need for more support and unity through the adoption process and beyond. We are a non-profit support and educational group that includes both families touched by adoption and families waiting to adopt. We embrace all ethnic, racial and socio-economic backgrounds as well as all types of adoptions. AFFGS is empowering families through community.(Keywords: Adoption, Support)

Amara guides, prepares, and supports foster families to ensure that every kid in foster care can be placed in a stable, long-term, loving home; comprehensive post-adoption services for Amara families(Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Amara guides, prepares, and supports foster families to ensure that every kid in foster care can be placed in a stable, long-term, loving home. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Mental health counseling; tutoring; anger management classes; support groups; positive recreational activities for teens; multicultural identity issues, kinship group, citizenship classes, english classes, parenting classes(Keywords: Adoption, Anger management)

Our four primary service areas are Early Learning, Youth Development, Family Support, and Counseling Services. This includes court approved parenting classes, support groups, baby resources and CPR/First Aid classes. All Atlantic Street Center services are free to participants. Currently updated by JazmynS@atlanticstreet.org Parenting support groups, Incredible Years,(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

Support groups for parents and older babies (5-12 months). Meet weekly to share parenting highs and lows, sing songs, and discuss parenting options. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

As a worldwide and community leader in adoption and family services, we know that a child\'s best chance to thrive is as part of a safe, loving, forever family. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Two-day workshop for pregnant couples and new parents. Discover how to stay connected with your partner, interact with your baby, keep both parents involved, deal with conflict in a positive way and create a caring, nurturing home.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Community mental health programs; foster parent/home licenser; specialized treatment, residential/CHAP for children, parenting classes, kinship/grandparent support, Wrap-around teams, parent coaching, housing, basic needs(Keywords: Adoption, Anger management)

Whether a birth mother decides to parent or place for adoption, CCS provides adoption services throughout Washington State.(Keywords: Adoption)

Intervention based on Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), a relationship-based trauma-informed treatment mode.(Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Investigates complaints of sexual, physical or emotional abuse, neglect or exploitation of children; foster care; day care; adoptions. (If you feel that a child is in immediate danger and no one answers this line, call the Police.)(Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

Investigates complaints of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse, or exploitation of children; foster care; day care; adoptions. (If you feel that a child is in immediate danger and no one answers this line, call the Police)(Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

Crisis intervention and follow up for runaways and families with teens in crisis; child protection services; child welfare services; adoption and foster care services; multiple services for developmentally disabled.(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Adoption support, family support, parenting education and family resources; School Readiness; foster care;ARS; parents of newborns; Key Peninsula Family Center (253) 884-5434(Keywords: Adoption, Early Learning)

Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 years old are invited to come play, create and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together. Groups are free and open to children and adults of all abilities.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Parents, caregivers, and children are invited to come play, create, and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Story time, sensory bins, block building and snack time. STEM focus. Families, relatives, and friends can bring a child from ages 0-5 to play and learn together. Park on the street, and enter through the double glass doors facing Broadway.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Civil legal services for low income families. *First time callers should call CLEAR intake for referral services. Columbia Legal Services (CLS) is a nonprofit law firm that protects and defends the legal and human rights of low-income people. *CLEAR: 1-888-201-1014/Weekdays 9:10AM to 12:25PM http://nwjustice.org/get-legal-help(Keywords: Adoption, Childcare)

Communities In Schools site coordinators work with at-risk students, families, and schools, to provide students with the resources they need to stay in school. These include academic support such as tutoring or mentoring, physical and mental health care, basic needs like food and clothing, life skills, and college and career preparation—all offered right at the school.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

If you feel a child is in danger and no one answers this line, call the Police/911 For intake call 1-888-713-6115 After hours call 800 562 5624 Cities Aberdeen, Copalis Beach, Cosmopolis, Elma, Grayland, Hoquiam, Humptulips, Malone, McCleary, Moclips, Montesano, Neilton, Oakville, Ocean Shores, Pacific Beach, Quinault, Satsop, Taholah, Westport Zip Codes 98520, 98526, 98535, 98536, 98537, 98541, 98547, 98550, 98552, 98557, 98559, 98562, 98563, 98566, 98568, 98569, 98571, 98575, 98583, 98587, 98595 (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Tacoma Support Group Meeting When: 2nd Thursdays, 6pm – 8pm Where: Children’s Museum of Tacoma Welcome back! Our monthly support group meeting resumes tonight with our friends and families joining forces with Exceptional Families. See you soon. Parking is free on street after 6pm, adjacent lot is $6 (or free in marked museum spaces with museum member parking pass) Registration is required for childcare – www.exceptionalfamilies.org/sfps-tacoma.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

Child care; adoption; childrens services; emergency help; abuse & neglect; caregiver support; disability; foster parent; help in the home.(Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

Child and family services. Serves children and families. Eligibility determination for persons applying for financial, medical, or food stamp assistance; directs clients to food banks/clothing banks Apply online and request appointment for quicker response time. washingtonconnections link for online application at the bottom of the website.(Keywords: Adoption, Basic Needs)

Kinship Navigator Program helps strengthen families by helping relatives provide a safe, stable and nurturing environment for the children in their care. The Kinship Navigator Program aids kinship caregivers in understanding and navigating the system of services available for children living in their care. Spanish-speaking Navigator Assistant Laura Dow ldow@catholiccharitiescw.org 509-946-4645(Keywords: Adoption, Basic Needs)

Encompass provides traditional preschool and toddler programs that inspires discovery, creative expression and social problem-solving skills. We are accredited by NAEYC, offer low teacher to student ratios, family style meals, development & health screenings & social-emotional assessments. Also incorporates ECEAP. EARLY LEARNING Preschool Toddler Groups ParentChild+ Summer Camps PEDIATRIC THERAPY Birth to Three Early Intervention Clinic Therapy Services Behavioral Health FAMILY ENRICHMENT Groups Workshops and Sessions Parents’ Night Out EVENTS Calendar Autumn Gala Rise & Thrive Breakfast Take a Seat for Kids(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

FIRST representatives respond to your request for information or assistance within 12 hours, if your call is not answered immediately. FIRST services provide neutral third-party advice and information to foster parents when a complaint of child abuse or neglect, or a WAC licensing violation has been made about a foster home. FIRST representatives are available through the toll-free phone number at 866-393-6186 to answer questions and help foster parents understand the investigation process and timeframes involved. They can talk with you over the phone, or meet with you in person to answer your questions. They are available to assist foster parents throughout the process while licensing staff complete their investigation.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

FIRST representatives respond to your request for information or assistance within 12 hours, if your call is not answered immediately. FIRST services provide neutral third-party advice and information to foster parents when a complaint of child abuse or neglect, or a WAC licensing violation has been made about a foster home. FIRST representatives are available through the toll-free phone number at 866-393-6186 to answer questions and help foster parents understand the investigation process and timeframes involved. They can talk with you over the phone, or meet with you in person to answer your questions. They are available to assist foster parents throughout the process while licensing staff complete their investigation.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

FIRST representatives respond to your request for information or assistance within 12 hours, if your call is not answered immediately. FIRST services provide neutral third-party advice and information to foster parents when a complaint of child abuse or neglect, or a WAC licensing violation has been made about a foster home. FIRST representatives are available through the toll-free phone number at 866-393-6186 to answer questions and help foster parents understand the investigation process and timeframes involved. They can talk with you over the phone, or meet with you in person to answer your questions. They are available to assist foster parents throughout the process while licensing staff complete their investigation.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

FIRST representatives respond to your request for information or assistance within 12 hours, if your call is not answered immediately. FIRST services provide neutral third-party advice and information to foster parents when a complaint of child abuse or neglect, or a WAC licensing violation has been made about a foster home. FIRST representatives are available through the toll-free phone number at 866-393-6186 to answer questions and help foster parents understand the investigation process and timeframes involved. They can talk with you over the phone, or meet with you in person to answer your questions. They are available to assist foster parents throughout the process while licensing staff complete their investigation. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

FIRST representatives respond to your request for information or assistance within 12 hours, if your call is not answered immediately. FIRST services provide neutral third-party advice and information to foster parents when a complaint of child abuse or neglect, or a WAC licensing violation has been made about a foster home. FIRST representatives are available through the toll-free phone number at 866-393-6186 to answer questions and help foster parents understand the investigation process and timeframes involved. They can talk with you over the phone, or meet with you in person to answer your questions. They are available to assist foster parents throughout the process while licensing staff complete their investigation.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Structured parenting group with childrens program with a topic and sharing and support. Potluck meal. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

ADOPTION SUPPORT Creating a family through adoption comes with joys and challenges just like any family. When those challenges arise it can be helpful to get support from a professional who understands how your childs\' adoption story, along with other factors may impact his/her relationships, behavior and overall development. We can assist with the following: * Preparing for the arrival of your new child and want to discuss ideas on how to support an optimal transition? * Looking for tips on how to promote a healthy parent-child attachment *Interested in positive strategies to decrease/eliminate challenging behaviors by understanding what your child is communicating by using this behavior? *Looking for tools to help your child focus in school, initiate and complete assignments, and manage materials? *Looking for support on how to help your child have positive and meaningful relationships with peers?(Keywords: Adoption, Post-Adoption)

Started as a Parent/Caregiver meet-up in November of 2019, our Tacoma/Puyallup Group officially started in January. Volunteer ran and peer-led, all of our support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASD’s as well as to adults impacted by FASD’s. Our groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers. There is no fee to attend. We will be looking at changing the meeting time in April to accommodate more attendees. Sign-up and let us know what time and date works best for you.(Keywords: Baby, FAS)

Started as a Parent/Caregiver meet-up in November of 2019, our Tacoma/Puyallup Group officially started in January. Volunteer ran and peer-led, all of our support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASD’s as well as to adults impacted by FASD’s. Our groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers. There is no fee to attend. We will be looking at changing the meeting time in April to accommodate more attendees. Sign-up and let us know what time and date works best for you.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Our support groups are a chance to build community, make connections and share ideas. To know that you are not alone. Each group meeting starts with a mini training and then the remaining time is spent sharing joys as well as tears, asking questions, and offering and receiving support from the attending members. Volunteer ran and peer-led, all of our support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASD’s as well as to adults impacted by FASD’s. Our groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Recruits and supports foster families. Our support groups offer informational sharing, friendships, training and support to encourage and help families as they are helping foster children. We share experiences, joys and triumphs as well as struggles. We have fun events and outings.(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Recruits and supports foster families. Our support groups offer informational sharing, training and support to encourage and help families as they are helping foster children. We share experiences, joys and triumphs as well as struggles. We have fun events and outings. RSVP for dinner and childcare(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Free support group for foster parents. Snacks and childcare provided.(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Join us in a culturally relevant space to come together as a diverse families caring for Native American Foster Children. Come to participate in a bountiful and distinct culture and support each other in a unique community of foster parents. Gain valuable support and learn of new resources too! RSVP for childcare for children 2 and over and dinner. Cultural activities provided for children. Caregivers are welcome to bring children under 2 and participate in the cultural activity with the other children. Serving Native American Children and Caregivers! This group does not meet in July/Aug/Dec.(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Recruits and supports foster families. Our support groups offer informational sharing, friendships, training and support to encourage and help families as they are helping foster children. We share experiences, joys and triumphs as well as struggles. We have fun events and outings. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Support group for grandparents who function as relative caregivers for their grandchildren. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for relative caregivers of children.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Navigator available to help kinship caregivers with questions about resources and services. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for relative caregivers of children.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

A support group for grandparents who are relative caregivers.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Navigator available to help kinship caregivers with questions about resources and services. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for grandparents raising grandchildren.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

An ongoing support group; currently offering parenting re-education and in-home coaching. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren support group meets on the 4th Monday of each month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at CCS - Burlington. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

An ongoing support group; currently offering parenting re-education and in-home coaching. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren support group meets on the 4th Monday of each month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at CCS - Burlington. . (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support and resources and therapy for children and families in the areas of mental health, developmental services, kinship care, eating recovery and more(Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Provides individual, group, marital & family counseling. Handles child and teen issues(e.g. child sexual abuse) divorce mediation and anger management (usually court ordered but self-referred OK). Gives family life,education and domestic violence treatment. Support groups for battered women, step-parenting and stress management. Most insurance accepted. Sliding scale fee. $15-$80.(Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

ICAN Eastside Children\\\'s Therapy clinic serves individuals in need of therapy due to congenital disability, developmental delay, trauma, disease, surgery or acquired neurological conditions. Our clinics collaborate with each other to provide a full range of specialized group programs including feeding therapy, handwriting and social skills.(Keywords: Adoption, Anger management)

ICAN Eastside Children\'s Therapy clinic serves individuals in need of therapy due to congenital disability, developmental delay, trauma, disease, surgery or acquired neurological conditions. Our clinics collaborate with each other to provide a full range of specialized group programs including feeding therapy, handwriting and social skills.(Keywords: Adoption, Anger management)

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn groups are organized play groups for young children and the people who take care of them – grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters, other family members, friends and parents. At Kaleidoscope Play & Learn, young children and their caregivers participate in fun, educational play activities and get to know other people in their neighborhood. Caregivers also learn more about child development and what they can do at home to support growth and early learning of the children in their care.(Keywords: Baby, Breastfeeding)

Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 years old are invited to come play, create and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together. Groups are free and open to children and adults of all abilities.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Building self esteem, effective communication, managing anger and stress, growth development, and behavior management. To register, email name, address, phone number to lois.ralph@kindering.org or call 425-653-4302 Call for current schedule(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

Toddler/Preschool Therapeutic activity classes for ages 16-42 months through Kindering. Classes in English or Spanish or both. Monthly subscription to unlimited classes on topics like sensory snack time, communication circle, show and share, movement circle, circle and art and more. Includes newsletter and phone line access to a developmental specialist. Open to anyone via online live classes, $30/month subscription. Scholarships available.(Keywords: Autism, Early Learning)

Support group for relative caregivers of children. Also open to those interested in relative care, foster care, and/or adoption. Contact facilitator before attending. Does not meet every month. (Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

Support group for relative caregivers of children. SEYFS@comcast.net(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support for kinship caregivers of children. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for relative caregivers of related children.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for relative caregivers of related children.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for relative caregivers of related children.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for relative caregivers of related children. Family Caregiver Support Program Caregiving is a stressful and often unrecognized role for many friends and family members of seniors and people with disabilities. The Family Caregiver Support Program helps unpaid caregivers (18+) care for their loved ones while meeting their own mental, physical and emotional needs. Working with a Family Caregiver Specialist, you will identify areas you’d like help with and learn about the community resources that best fit your particular situation. Caregiver support groups, educational programs, self-care tips, and referrals to community resources are available to decrease your stress and improve self-confidence in your caregiving role. Support Groups, Need-based services for the children like help with activities fees, information, resources, advocacy, 1:1 meetings for support with CPS and navigating the systems, home visits. (Keywords: Adoption, Basic Needs)

Navigator available to help kinship caregivers with questions about resources and services. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Navigator and family caregiver specialists available to help kinship caregivers with questions about resources and services. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Individual can provide information about local kinship resources.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

For Foster, Adoptive, and Relative Caregivers Groups are open to those interested in relative care, foster care, and/or adoption. Please contact facilitator before attending. RSVP for childcare and meal(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Groups open to those interested in relative care, foster care and/or adoption. snacks provided Childcare provided onsite at the YMCA. RSVP for childcare and dinner(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

For Foster, Adoptive, and Relative Caregivers Groups open to those interested in relative care, foster care, and/or adoption. Please contact the group facilitator before attending. RSVP for childcare and meal(Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

For Foster, Adoptive & Relative Caregivers Groups are open to those interested in relative care, foster care and/or adoption. Pls contact facilitator before attending RSVP for childcare and meal(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Counseling, parenting classes, health care, legal assistance and basic needs. Bi-monthly grandparents raising grandchildren group meetings. Advocacy with DSHS, SSI, CPS and DCFS. A safe place for grandparents and relatives seeking to share concerns, joy and resources associated with the responsibility of raising grandchildren. One-to-one support available as well as grants for basic needs.(Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Grandparents and Relatives caring for children, foster, adopt. Includes a grant to help with access to resources(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Caregiver support group for those raising the child of a relative or a friend. Connect with other kinship families, small groups. Enjoy food and conversation. Learn all about resources for your family. MUST RSVP! (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

For Foster, Adoptive & Relative Caregivers Groups are open to those interested in relative care, foster care and/or adoption. Pls contact facilitator before attending RSVP for childcare and meal(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

For Foster, Adoptive, and Relative caregivers. Groups are Open to those interested in relative care, foster, adoption. Please contact facilitator to RSVP. (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Relative caregivers support group. Includes small grant to support family needs. (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Caregiver support group for those raising the child of a relative or a friend. Connect with other kinship families. Small groups, Enjoy food and conversation. Learn about resources for your family. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

For Foster, Adoptive & Relative Caregivers Groups are open to those interested in relative care, foster care and/or adoption. (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

For Foster, Adoptive, and Relative Caregivers Groups open to those interested in relative care, foster care, and/or adoption. Please contact the group facilitator before attending. (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Our goal is to provide Kinship Caregivers assistance with resources, as well as services such as clothing and programs, events to bridge the gap between caregivers and the children we love.(Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

A support and training program for Foster Parents. The program will offer an opportunity for Foster parents to find support, community resources, and discuss current issues.(Keywords: Adoption, DSHS)

Sexual Assault & Family Trauma Response Center; Foster care & adoption programs; child sexual abuse prevention education; sexually reactive youth program. (Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

Behavioral Health Services; Refugee Foster Care; Victim Advocacy and Education(Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Programs include Home Helper (long term home care), Meals on Wheels (must be homebound), Senior Companion Program (pairs seniors w/ seniors) counseling services; domestic violence services, foster care /adoption info & senior media services. Sliding scale fee.(Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Housing for Adoptive Families in a multigenerational environment with low income seniors Many Lights Foundation is building Hope Lights — a multigenerational neighborhood where children from foster and kinship care find forever families, adoptive and relative caregivers have access to services to help them raise their kids, and seniors live with meaning and purpose by giving back to youth and families.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Many Lights Foundation is on a mission to heal the pain of abuse and neglect in children by providing children in kinship and foster care with permanent homes in a multigenerational community.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

MOSAIC Children\\\'s Therapy serves individuals in need of therapy due to congenital disability, developmental delay, trauma, disease, surgery or acquired neurological conditions. Social and support groups. Mental Health services through Blueprints.(Keywords: Adoption, Anger management)

Support group for relative caregivers of children.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Kinship navigator can help kinship caregivers with information regarding kinship resources. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Fostering, adoption, post-adoption, supervised visitation through Fostering Together Warm line for foster families to call for support. Leave a message and they will call you back within 24 hours 866-393-6186(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Foster Care, Supervised visitation, adoption, post adoption through Fostering Together Warm line for foster families to call for resources and support. Leave a message and they willr eturn your call within 24 hours 866-393-6186(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Foster Care through Fostering Together as well as other services related to fostering and adoption 866-393-6186 warm line for questions and support. leave a message and you will receive a call back within 24 hours. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

FIRST representatives respond to your request for information or assistance within 12 hours, if your call is not answered immediately. FIRST services provide neutral third-party advice and information to foster parents when a complaint of child abuse or neglect, or a WAC licensing violation has been made about a foster home. FIRST representatives are available through the toll-free phone number at 866-393-6186 to answer questions and help foster parents understand the investigation process and timeframes involved. They can talk with you over the phone, or meet with you in person to answer your questions. They are available to assist foster parents throughout the process while licensing staff complete their investigation.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Energy assistance; homeless intervention; emergency family shelter; eviction prevention; home weatherization/rehab; child care resource/referral; food/nutrition programs; child care & support.(Keywords: Baby, Basic Needs)

weekly group, 4 times a month. •Effective partnering strategies (Schools, Juvenile Court, Mental Health service providers, etc.) •Connection to other Parents who are dealing with similar and immediate concerns •Brainstorming for ideas to do something different than what is NOT working •A wealth of shared community resources from other Parents(Keywords: ADHD, Adoption)

A support group for grieving parents re-experiencing parenthood after the loss of a child. Bi-monthly drop-in parent baby grief support group for parents and their babies(Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

Date: 2nd Thursday of each month Time: 6pm to 8pm Where: Children\'s Museum of Tacoma 1501 Pacific Ave, Tacoma Parking: free on street after 6pm, adjacent lot is $6 (or free in marked museum spaces with museum member parking pass) Childcare requires $5 deposit (Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

Little Sprouts is new parent group for parents with babies 0-6mo. Each weekly meeting we have a focused topic and time for connection and open discussion. All are welcome! Facilitated by doulas, a chiropractor, physical therapist and mental health counselor. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

A group for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities, or special healthcare or learning needs. This group is about laughter, sharing resources, support, and building community. (Keywords: Adoption, Autism)

For Children 0-5 and their parents and or others who take care of them. You and your child will have fun together: Playing, creating art, telling stories, singing songs. (Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Newborn to age 5 with caregiver. Have fun singing songs, sharing books and stories, creating art and playing. Suitable for:Children & Families Infants Preschoolers Toddlers(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn is a free facilitated playgroup where children and their caregivers play and learn together. Parents and caregivers create community with one another, talking and sharing, while children have the important experience of playing with other children. Children 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn is a free facilitated playgroup where children and their caregivers play and learn together. Parents and caregivers create community with one another, talking and sharing, while children have the important experience of playing with other children. Children 0-5 and their caregivers are welcome.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Spanish Play and Learn at Arbor Heights Apartments. Focus on parent attachement, literacy, and early learning. Open to the community. (Keywords: Early Learning, Father)

This play & learn group is open to children of all abilities, ages birth – 5 years old. Parents and children are invited to join us for fun activities, gross motor play, and circle time led by trained staff – all designed to foster your child’s development. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

The group is open to family/caregivers and children in their care, birth - 5 years old. We sing, play, and learn together using a variety of materials and activities! Group meets October through first week of June. This weekly activity is designed for children NOT enrolled in preschool and who reside in Ferndale School District boundaries. Play & Learn will meet every Monday at North Bellingham Learning Center and every Friday at Custer Elementary when Ferndale schools are open. Please contact the Early Learning Center at 383-9660 with any questions(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Parents and children come together to hear stories, have snacks, do crafts, and participate in circle time and supportive discussions! This is a great place to have FUN with your children, to interact with other families in playtime, and enhance the bond with your family and the community. Sessions are free and open to everyone!(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

We play, sing, tell stories, share a snack, and have fun! This weekly activity is designed for children NOT enrolled in preschool and who reside in Ferndale School District boundaries. Play & Learn will meet every Monday at North Bellingham Learning Center (Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

Encompass offers weekly Toddler Groups for children ages 12-36 months and their caregivers to stimulate social skills and brain development through age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences using the Kaleidoscope Play and Learn model. In our Toddler Groups, toddlers and caregivers make new friends, and parents receive education and support as well as consultation and screenings with specialists if needed.(Keywords: Early Learning, Father)

Encompass offers weekly Toddler Groups for children ages 12-36 months and their caregivers to stimulate social skills and brain development through age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences using the Kaleidoscope Play and Learn model. In our Toddler Groups, toddlers and caregivers make new friends, and parents receive education and support as well as consultation and screenings with specialists if needed.(Keywords: Early Learning, Father)

Come meet other Native families with young children. Play on the beach and in the woods. Learn Southern Puget Salish and feel comfortable practicing your own Native Language. Walk north up the path towards the Environmental Science Center (meet right underneath the covered area of right across from the building(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning)

PNW Post Adoption Resource Blog is done by Paulette Caswell who is the Director of Bethany Christian Services where more resources are found and blog posts are presented. Bethany Christian Services is a global nonprofit organization that brings families together and keeps families together. Strengthening families for the well-being of children is our top priority. Our services include adoption, foster care, and pregnancy counseling. Since 1944, Bethany Christian Services has been reaching out to children who are alone or vulnerable. As a worldwide and community leader in adoption and family services, we know that a child's best chance to thrive is as part of a safe, loving, forever family. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby)

We ask our families for a lifetime commitment, and we want to offer the same in return. Together we are building a professional referral network to ensure every kid and family have the resources they need to thrive. Our adoptive families are becoming a strong community that learn from, celebrate, and support each other through all stages of life. As we work to launch our comprehensive post-adoption services for Amara families, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Amara or directly to your Foster Care and Adoption Specialist for post-adoption support. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington, certified in Adoption and Foster Care Therapy and in Attachment-Trauma Focused Therapy, and I have practiced psychotherapy for over 14 years. In 1997 I received my Masters Degree in Psychology and Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University. Many but not all of my clients are children, adolescents, adults and/or families with adoption as part of their story, who are seeking help with issues related to development, relationships and family life.(Keywords: Adoption, Post-Adoption)

Mary Carter has extensive expertise with adoption and foster care issues. She is skilled with working with older placed children, internationally and domestically placed. Mary-Carter will provide valuable in-home counseling during early stages of a child\'s transition into the home. Mary Carters’ philosophy includes; “I work with children and families in the step by step process of life and family transition. I work towards building the foundation of attachment that allows children who have been adopted from backgrounds of abuse and neglect to feel security and trust with their adoptive parents. I join with the parents in developing therapeutic parenting skills that will help them to be primary healers for their children” (Keywords: Adoption, Post-Adoption)

We understand the complex emotional needs of all parties involved in the loss and formation of a new family. We have specialized training and expertise in the areas of trauma, attachment, grief/loss, child development, identity, transracial parenting, LGBTQ parenting, and the impact of abuse and neglect on the developing brain. We offer families practical strategies as they encounter any sensory and regulatory difficulties as a result of prenatal exposure or other early experiences. We also offer our deep respect and attunement to the needs of all types of adoptive families in our community. We welcome ALL families regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religious affiliation. Although we have individual practices, we regularly consult and also refer to other appropriate adoption competent professionals in our community. We appreciate you sharing this information with families in your community and we welcome your referrals. Appropriate referrals include: 1) Newly formed families of all ages struggling to connect and make sense of one another 2) Pre-school and elementary school-aged children with home, school or peer struggles 3) Tweens and teens in conflict with families, or those who are curious about themselves, their roots, and attempting to make sense of their story 4) Adults adopted as children who are processing their history and identity 6) Parents who are anxious, depressed, and challenged by their experiences 6) Birth parents who need support related to any part of their process 7) Kinship or relative caregivers in need of additional support What we specifically offer: 1) Parent/Child Psychotherapy 2) Parent Education and Consultation 3) Adult and Child Psychotherapy 4) Groups – for parents and tween girls (Keywords: Adoption, Post-Adoption)

Do you feel alone to face the challenges of raising a child of a relative in Kinship Caregiving? Then RAPP is for you. Join a group of other caregivers and find the support you need. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Offers information and support to grandparents and other relatives raising children. Group shares trials and tribulations, provide fellowship, and refreshes parenting skils. Childcare available.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for relative caregivers of children. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Support group for relative caregivers of children. (Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Families for Russian & Ukrainian adoption (FRUA) including neighboring countries(Keywords: Adoption, Post-Adoption)

The Seattle Childrens PlayGarden in partnership with the Best Start for Kids Initiative is pleased to announce our 2019-2020 introductory and advanced inclusion workshop series, Say Yes! to Kids with Disabilities Friday November 15th, 8:30am-12:30am Friday November 22, 8:30am-12:30pm *Space is limited. Please register with the links. The Intro workshops will offer the same content. Please register for the workshop that works best for your scheduling. All participants are encouraged (though not required) to also register for the advanced workshop. Advanced Inclusion Workshop Friday February 7th, 2020, 8:30am-12:30pm After you register the event organizers will send you an email with a short questionnaire that will help us design the workshop with your specific organizational needs and questions in mind.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

We have two therapeutic day camp programs, offering three levels of staffing, depending on your child’s needs. We are located in West Seattle, and open during school holiday and summer breaks for children needing specialized care due to behavioral difficulties. Staffed transportation is available!(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

Support group for relative caregivers of children.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

Separating from your birth parents is a painful and traumatic experience. Imagine being separated from your siblings too, right when you need them most. That\\\'s why we built Sibling House — to help brothers and sisters stay together through their transition into foster care. Mentoring for Foster Parents - Outreach Program Tutoring for Foster Children - Project Sheltering Tree Outdoor activities for Foster Families - The Outdoor Experience Activities for Foster Families in the community like museums, theater, lessons, etc - Enrichment Program (Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Nurse Family Partnership, Home visiting Parent Support warm line, Parents night out, Parent Support group at Brigid Collins, and more Skagit county family support information See website for programs in your community(Keywords: Adoption, Autism)

Recruits and supports foster families. Our support groups offer informational sharing, friendships, training and support to encourage and help families as they are helping foster children. We share experiences, joys and triumphs as well as struggles. We have fun events and outings. Childcare for 0-11 provided by the onsite YMCA Childcare Program. The YMCA facilities are open to older children during the meeting if needed. Please RSVP for Childcare and Dinner. No Meeting July/August(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services)

Support group for grandparents who are relative caregivers. Thu 6-8. No fee, limited child care for that one. Call early if child care is needed.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care)

The Fairy Godmother is about blessing high school girls with dresses and accessories for special dances and making them feel beautiful inside and out! It is an organization created to bless teenage girls who are in financial need with dresses and accessories for special dances and events. Please contact us with any questions about receiving or donating a dress. Supportive of Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship families as well. No physical location. Contact them via phone or email when in need (Keywords: Adoption, Clothing)

Denise Sterchi I am honored to join and assist you on your journey of healing from difficult childhood circumstances such as physical abuse, emotional abuse or neglect recovering from traumatic experience or injury--including traumatic childbirth experiences--or from exposure to war or natural disaster decreasing or eliminating depression, anxiety, PTSD or panic attacks resolving the emotional difficulties of infertility working through emotional difficulties during pregnancy and the postpartum period exploring if adoption is right for you moving through the loss, grief and identity issues faced by all members of the adoption triad: adults who were adopted, birth parents, and adoptive parents. (Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Areas of Specialty Child and Adolescent Issues Parenting Relationship Issues Adoption/Attachment Related Issues Depression Anxiety PTSD and Trauma Divorce and Blended Families Gay and Lesbian Relationships and Parenting Multiracial Couples and Families(Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Emotional Health Families who have fostered or adopted or who have children who have experienced traumatic events often need extra help with navigating family life. This is Sandy Swan’s specialty. She helps people build healthy attachments as a family, deal with trauma, and process grief and loss. This is accomplished through: Listening with care and kindness Providing you an authentic relationship to use for growth Teaching therapeutic parenting techniques Treating trauma with compassion Teaching behavior management Offering Cognitive-Behavioral solutions Uncovering what lies beneath angry behavior Educational Services Sandy can also help you and your school age child with special educational and social needs: ADHD support and management Social Skills Dealing with Bullying Conflict Resolution(Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

I have advanced certification in Adoption and Foster Care Therapy and additional certification in Attachment Therapy. I am a provider for Adoption Support and DSHS for children in the foster care system or adopted from the foster care system.(Keywords: Adoption, Autism)

Dr. Engelberg is a Licensed Clinical Child Psychologist with nearly 25 years experience working with adopted children and their families. Her specialty is addressing childhood and family difficulties impacted by adoption. She has additional expertise with multi-cultural families and families with lesbian or gay parents. (Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Lori Whittaker home studies in Vancouver WA, counseling in Portland, OR As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) in both Washington and Oregon, I have been completing adoption home studies for over 14 years. Working as both an Adoption Specialist for the Division of Children and Family Services, and as a private Adoption Consultant, I have completed over 1,000 pre and post placement adoption home studies. This has included domestic adoptions, as well as International adoptions, from countries such as China, Russia, Ukraine, Guatemala, Thailand, Vietnam, Haiti, Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, The Marshall Islands and The Philippines, to name some. I am also experienced in completing Hague home studies, for Hague-accredited countries. (Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Mayda offers support and education by teaching parents to provide more structure and routine and have consistent and realistic expectations while gaining a solid understanding of their child’s developmental needs and diagnosis. Mayda possesses a unique combination of expertise with 14 years as a special education teacher and her clinical degree and experience. Because of this expertise, she is extraordinarily equipped to consult with and coach parents in navigating and negotiating the educational system on behalf of their children. She can educate and assist parents with Individualized Educational Plans (IEP’s); 504 plans; educational testing and the results and advocacy in behalf of children. In her work as an educator, Mayda has worked with children and families brought together by domestic and international adoption as well as kinship adoption. She has had the opportunity to work with families of many cultures and configurations. Mayda also provides Educational Consulting Services and Parent Education/Coaching Services. (Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

Heidi Roth • Young adults • Adopted and foster care youth ages 11 to 21 • Blended Families • Co-parenting (Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

I can provide all services in English and Russian. I have expertise in: • Adoption and foster care • Attachment • Trauma and abuse • Acculturation • Parenting Issues • GBLTQ parenting • Mixed race families • Divorce and custody issues • Couples counseling • Behavior issues • Giftedness Cross Cultural consultations for Russian, ex-Soviet culture (Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Adoption and Foster Care Therapist and my office is located in downtown Seattle. I offer a free initial 20-minute consultation to all potential clients, and have flexible hours, including some evening availability.(Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

Certified Attachment and Adoption Social Worker (Keywords: Adoption, Counseling)

We offer 4 types of friendship groups. They include 1) Wally\'s Club Therapy Groups; 2) Wally\'s Play Groups; 3) Wally\'s Summer Camp; 4) Groups for Home School Families. All are comprised of children who are of similar age and grade. With the exception of summer camp, they each meet weekly for one hour. Call for more information on whether groups have formed. There is a Summer Camp as well. (Keywords: Adoption, Playgroup)

The Opportunity Council is a private, non-profit Community Action Agency serving homeless and low-income families and individuals. Our mission is to help people improve their lives through education, support, and direct assistance while advocating for just and equitable communities.(Keywords: Baby, Basic Needs)

CCS provides wraparound services for children and youth with multiple and complex needs in Whatcom and Skagit counties. A child/youth’s history and needs, as well the family’s interest in participating, are taken into consideration when deciding whether our wraparound program offers the appropriate level of care. The wraparound process is intended to achieve positive outcomes by providing a structured, creative and individualized team planning process with youth, family and natural supports as key members of the team. The program is voluntary and each enrolled family is assigned a Care Coordinator who supports the team process. An assigned Family Support Partner represents the parent perspective and serves as parent support and advocate. Youth Partners are available for older youth to engage them in their own treatment. An assigned therapist works closely with youth, their families, and the entire wraparound team. Wraparound services adhere to certain defining principles, such as youth-guided, family-centered, strengths-based and culturally relevant.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

CCS provides wraparound services for children and youth with multiple and complex needs in Whatcom and Skagit counties. A child/youth’s history and needs, as well the family’s interest in participating, are taken into consideration when deciding whether our wraparound program offers the appropriate level of care. The wraparound process is intended to achieve positive outcomes by providing a structured, creative and individualized team planning process with youth, family and natural supports as key members of the team. The program is voluntary and each enrolled family is assigned a Care Coordinator who supports the team process. An assigned Family Support Partner represents the parent perspective and serves as parent support and advocate. Youth Partners are available for older youth to engage them in their own treatment. An assigned therapist works closely with youth, their families, and the entire wraparound team. Wraparound services adhere to certain defining principles, such as youth-guided, family-centered, strengths-based and culturally relevant.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD)

Foster care, drug affected infants,in-home services, counseling, family preservation services, long term care, homeless shelter, transitional housing, respite care. Welfare to Work, refugee resettlement, daycare. For children, families, seniors, people with mental health issues, and for people with disabilities, foster children; volunteer chore services; foster grandparent program. Fees: sliding fee scale(Keywords: Adoption, Childcare)

Responding to the needs of at-risk youth; encouraging positive development Volunteers of America provides high quality, innovative services for disadvantaged and disconnected children and youth. Through our caring staff and dedicated volunteers we ensure the social, emotional and academic development of young children, and empower older youth to be physically, emotionally and mentally healthy and ready to enter adulthood. Our programs provide a continuum of care and support for young people through prevention, early intervention, crisis intervention, and long-term services.(Keywords: Adoption, Childcare)

Responding to the needs of at-risk youth; encouraging positive development Volunteers of America provides high quality, innovative services for disadvantaged and disconnected children and youth. Through our caring staff and dedicated volunteers we ensure the social, emotional and academic development of young children, and empower older youth to be physically, emotionally and mentally healthy and ready to enter adulthood. Our programs provide a continuum of care and support for young people through prevention, early intervention, crisis intervention, and long-term services.(Keywords: Adoption, Childcare)

Responding to the needs of at-risk youth; encouraging positive development Volunteers of America provides high quality, innovative services for disadvantaged and disconnected children and youth. Through our caring staff and dedicated volunteers we ensure the social, emotional and academic development of young children, and empower older youth to be physically, emotionally and mentally healthy and ready to enter adulthood. Our programs provide a continuum of care and support for young people through prevention, early intervention, crisis intervention, and long-term services.(Keywords: Adoption, Childcare)

Responding to the needs of at-risk youth; encouraging positive development Volunteers of America provides high quality, innovative services for disadvantaged and disconnected children and youth. Through our caring staff and dedicated volunteers we ensure the social, emotional and academic development of young children, and empower older youth to be physically, emotionally and mentally healthy and ready to enter adulthood. Our programs provide a continuum of care and support for young people through prevention, early intervention, crisis intervention, and long-term services.(Keywords: Adoption, Childcare)

Family support and related child welfare services including: parenting education; child safety and protection; child abuse prevention; and adoption and foster care. The following services can be completed in the office or online or by phone: Apply for benefits or submit documents Before 3pm: Complete your interview for cash or food (application/eligibility review/mid-certification review) Report changes for any of your benefits Access to Working Connections Child Care services via phone or online WorkFirst/Social Services Case Management Public computers are located in the office lobbies. The computers are available to clients for DSHS business use. Customers who check in by 3pm will be served that day.(Keywords: Abuse, Adoption)

A child/youth’s history and needs, as well the family’s interest in participating, are taken into consideration when deciding whether one of our wraparound programs offers the appropriate level of care. The wraparound process is intended to achieve positive outcomes by providing a structured, creative and individualized team planning process with youth, family and natural supports as key members of the team. The program is voluntary and each enrolled family is assigned a Facilitator who supports the team process. An assigned Family Support Partner represents the parent perspective and serves as parent support and advocate. Wraparound services adhere to certain defining principles, such as youth-guided, family-centered, strengths-based and culturally relevant. Access to Intensive Wraparound requires an assigned Division of Child and Family Services (DSHS) caseworker and prior DCFS/DSHS authorization. A referral from a mental health professional or authorized school personnel is required. VOA does the intake to begin the process of assigning a Wraparound team after a referral is submitted. (Keywords: ADD, ADHD)