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Adoption STAR Online Adoption Information Session

Building Families Through AdoptionBecome introduced the Adoption STAR agency and the agency’s policies and procedures, including the many services and programs we offer.After registering for this information session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event.Contact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email at info@adoptionstar.com or visit our website for additional information […]

Navigating Open Adoption

Facilitated By Kathy Crissey, LMHC and Shannon Boeheim, MSWA webinar workshop where we address questions from participants, as well as have discussion around maintaining the connection, boundaries and the importance of communication etc. This workshop is open to waiting families or those who have already adopted, especially for those who may be struggling with their […]

Blue Rose Meeting

This session is specific to birth parents who have made an adoption plan for their children.It is a safe place to talk about your personal experiences, emotions, challenges and triumphs. After registering for this event you will receive instructions on how to join the webinar.For more information contact us at 866-691-3300 or email info@adoptionstar.com.

Financial Planning Webinar

New parents, especially new adoptive parents, need to consider several things related to the financial security & protection of their familyFacilitated by Lara Smith and Brittiny Razzano, Esq.This class is facilitated by an adoptive parent who is a financial advisor along with an estate planning attorney/financial advisor. They will introduce you to overall financial planning […]

Adoption STAR Online Adoption Information Session

Building Families Through Adoption Become introduced to Adoption STAR’s A-OK (Adopt an Older Kid) program and the policies, procedures, and services offered to clients interested in adopting an older child. After registering for this information session you will receive instructions on how to join the online event. Contact Adoption STAR at 866-691-3300 or via email […]

Exploring Your Adoption Options

Domestic infant! Domestic older child! International! Private Attorney! Foster Care! Private agency! This workshop will allow you to hear from a variety of experts within the adoption community, as the different adoption options are discussed. Perhaps you are in the midst of an adoption journey, and are thinking about what other options are out there. […]

Adoption Forum: Getting Your Family Involved in Your Adoption Journey

This class is for our clients who have finished the pre-parenthood or ANCHOR classes.We recognize that this is a stressful and overwhelming time for you and would like to hold a virtual support meeting for our waiting families. Our hope is to have a safe space where you can connect with one another around the […]

Newborn/Infant Care Class (Webinar)

The class will be facilitated by a group of practicing nurses that are currently pursuing an additional nursing degree at Daemen College.  By attending, clients currently in the midst of a home study will earn 2 hours towards the 6 hours of independent study they need. Topics for discussion will include bathing, feeding, swaddling and […]

Waiting Families Support Meeting

Virtual support meeting for waiting families hosted by Shannon Boeheim and Kathy CrisseyWe recognize that this is a stressful and overwhelming time for you and would like to hold a virtual support meeting for our waiting families. Our hope is to have a safe space where you can connect with one another around the unique […]

1st Annual A-OK Gathering

Webinar

This 2022 A-OK Gathering will be a virtual event.In the first ever A-OK specific event, A-OK families will have the opportunity to connect with others in the program. Families anywhere in their adoption journey are welcome to meet other A-OK families and children, build connections, and share experiences and resources. Hear first hand, from an […]