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CLASSROOM
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Adoptee Speaker Series: Relationships
Friday
February 28, 2020
C2 Studios
3819 Inca St, Unit B
Denver, CO 80211
Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Grandfamilies
Late February - March
Tuesdays
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Space is limited
Free
Talking about Race and Racism with Kids
Saturday
February 29, 2020
C2 Studios
3819 Inca St, Unit B
Denver, CO 80211
Creating a Positive Relationship with your Case Worker
Friday
March 6, 2020
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Crossroads Church
10451 Huron St
Northglenn, CO 89234
Symposium on the Legal Rights and Plans of Struggling Readers
Saturday
March 7, 2020
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
University of Denver
2199 S. University Blvd
Denver, CO 80208
Adoption Information Class
Tuesday
March 10, 2020
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Empire Park Office Building
1325 S Colorado Blvd, Room B-018
Denver, CO 80222
Click here for more info.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Wednesday
March 25, 2020
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
1100 Main St
Windsor, CO 80550
Click here for more info.
Reading in the City
Saturday
April 18, 2020
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Denver Academy
4400 E Iliff Ave
Denver, CO 80222
Let's Talk Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Thursday
May 7, 2020
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
First National Bank
2258 E Main St
Cortez, CO 81321
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2019 TBRI®: Caregiver Training
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TBRI® Introduction and Overview
March 16, 2020 8:30 am - 11 am (Colorado Springs)
May 1, 2020 9 am- 11 am (Greeley)
Jul 17, 2020 9 am - 11 am (Firestone)
Oct 9, 2020 9 am - 11 am (Greeley)
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TBRI® Connecting Principles*
March 16, 2020 11:30 am - 5 pm (Colorado Springs)
May 1, 2020 12 pm - 5 pm (Greeley)
Jul 17, 2020 12 pm - 5 pm (Firestone)
Oct 9, 2020 12 pm - 5 pm (Greeley)
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TBRI® Empowering Principles*
March 17, 2020 9 am - 4 pm
May 8, 2020 9 am - 4 pm (Greeley)
Jul 24, 2020 9 am - 4 pm (Firestone)
Oct 16, 2020 9 am - 4 pm (Greeley)
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TBRI® Correcting Principles*
March 18, 2020 9am - 11am
(Colorado Springs)
Feb 28, 2020 9 am - 4 pm (Firestone)
May 15, 2020 9 am - 4 pm (Greeley)
Jul 31, 2020 9 am - 4 pm (Firestone)
Oct 23, 2020 9 am - 4 pm (Greeley)
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* TBRI® Introduction and Overview is a prerequisite.
Training Locations:
Greeley - Weld County Training Center: 1104 H St, Greeley, CO 80631
Firestone - Weld County Southwest Service Center: 4209 County Rd 24 1/2, Longmont, CO 80504
Lunch & childcare will not be provided.
A 60 min lunch break will be offered.
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WEBINARS
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What Teens and Their Parents Need to Know about Search and Reunion
Thursday
February 27, 2020
Click here for more info.
Would My Child Benefit from Medication
Thursday
April 23, 2020
Click here for more info.
Foster Parent Challenges: Embracing the Loss and Grief that Comes with Transitions, Reunification and Co-Parenting
Thursday
May 21, 2020
Click here for more info.
5 Common Emotional/Behavioral Challenges Children Face and Strategies for Addressing Them (part 1)
Thursday
June 18, 2020
Click here for more info.
5 Common Emotional/Behavioral Challenges Children Face and Strategies for Addressing Them (part 2)
Thursday
July 9, 2020
Click here for more info.
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Wrightslaw Special Education Law & Advocacy Conference
Sunday
April 19, 2020
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
350 S Dahlia
Denver, CO 80246
Click here for more info.
NACAC 2020
August 27 - August 29, 2020
Toronto, Ontario
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Neurodiverse Girl Scout Troop
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Sensory Friendly Films
AMC Theatres (AMC) and the Autism Society have teamed up to bring families affected by autism and other disabilities a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis with the "Sensory Friendly Films" program.
Participating theatres:
Wednesday, Feb 26
Sonic the Hedgehog
Saturday, Feb 29
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Sensory Friendly Events
Longmont Get Air Trampoline Park
2251 Ken Pratt Blvd,
Longmont, CO 80501
Every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Big Air - $13, Little Air - $9
Dedicated time just for jumpers with special needs. Music is played at a lower volume and the park's atmosphere is calmer. One parent or guardian can support jumpers on the trampoline for free. Siblings of jumpers are welcome to jump for the same price but should be more careful during this time.
*A Special Time Just For You is not available during blackout dates or holidays.
Chuck E Cheese Sensory Sensitive Sundays
1st Sunday of every month
9:00 - 11:00
Select Chuck E Cheese locations below will be open 2 hours early on the first Sunday of every month, specifically for children with autism and other special needs.
* Reduced lighting and noise
* Food and games offered
* Trained and caring staff
COLORADO SPRINGS
2925 GEYSER DRIVE
FT COLLINS
105 W PROSPECT RD
LITTLETON
7510 PARKWAY DR
SUPERIOR
305 MARSHALL ROAD
CO Springs - SF Storytime Pikes Peak Library District: 21C
2nd Monday of every month
1:30 - 2:00pm
1175 Chapel Hills Dr.,
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Sensory Story Time
: Interactive story time that is especially welcoming for children on the autism spectrum and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. Call 719.884.9800 x6310 if you have any questions.
Denver Aquarium Low Sensory Morning
2nd Sunday of every month
8:30 - 9:45am
Downtown Aquarium
700 Water St
Denver, CO 80211, USA
Denver Aquarium has started offering a low-sensory morning with our ambient sounds and the flash flood exhibit turned off and lights turned up for a calmer, quieter time for any families that need it. Sounds and lights get turned back on at 9:45am for the regular business day.
The cost is the regular ticket price at our box office.
Adults (12 - 64) are $20.50, Seniors (65+) are $19.50, Children (3-11) are $14.50
2 and under are free
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Resources for Contacting Members of Congress
Find your legislators online:
Call the U.S. Capitol Switch Board to Connect with your legislators office by phone:
(202) 224-3121
A switchboard operator with connect you directly with a legislators office that you request.
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Adoption Data
Using information collected through various monitoring and reporting systems, the Children's Bureau analyzes and reports data on a variety of topics, including adoption, foster care, and child abuse and neglect.
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FREE RESOURCES
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Looking for books or movies about adoption? Or how to deal with school-related adoption issues?
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As I write this month's enewsletter, the wind is whipping and winter is making it known that it is still in control. I hate this weather, but have to concede that I have no control...unfortunately! Control is a big issue with a lot of our kids (and to be honest, with a lot of us parents, too!). For our kids, many of whom have experienced so many out-of-control situations, trying to control their environment is critical to their mental health.
While you, as the parent, want to always be in control, remember that allowing your child to control their lives to the extent possible will help them feel safer. So, when it's safe to do so, give up your control and allow your child to have control; you will help your child develop coping skills and be a happier child.
Wishing you peace, love, and less stress in 2020,
Colleen Tarket,
COCAF Board of Directors
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IEP or 504 -- Conference to Help!
If your child has an IEP or a 504 - or if your child needs one - you need to attend the Wrightslaw Special Education Law & Advocacy Conference on April 19. Go to our Conference section on the left to see more information and a link to the registration page.
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Section 21 Services
The U.S. Department of Justice has ruled that states must provide persons receiving Section 21 services those services even if those persons are living in their own home and not a group home. This means that those with severe intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who require around-the-clock care can live at home and support staff have to come to them.
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Interjurisdictional Placements
When a child is placed in out-of-home care, it is imperative that child welfare agencies find a safe, permanent home for them as quickly as possible. When deciding which placement is in a child's best interest, it is important to assess all potential families for their parental capacity and ability to meet the child's needs. Many times, child welfare professionals prefer to place a child in a home in or near the community where the child is originally from, but when a placement in their community is not available or the right match, it might be necessary to widen the search and consider out-of-State placements.
Technology, such as social media or websites such as AdoptUsKids, that includes pictures of and information about children available for adoption has made it easier to find suitable families.
However, interjurisdictional issues can have an impact on planning and achieving permanency. Interjurisdictional placements require additional communication and coordination across child-serving agencies. To ensure location is not a deterrent to children achieving permanency, there are Federal laws and tools to aid in the placement of children across State lines:
- The Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) establishes procedures for ensuring the safety and stability of interjurisdictional placements.
- The Interstate Compact on Adoption and Medical Assistance (ICAMA) ensures continuity of adoption assistance payments for children in interjurisdictional placements.
- The National Electronic Interstate Compact Enterprise (NEICE) is a national electronic system that enables the exchange of information required by the ICPC. The Family First Prevention Services Act requires all States to have an electronic interstate processing system by 2027.
AdoptUsKids developed a webpage to help professionals better understand the Federal laws governing interjurisdictional placements and the steps involved in facilitating them. The materials include resources to promote interstate collaboration, such as State child abuse registries and border agreements, as well as a webinar on ICAMA and facilitating adoption support services, especially Medicaid.
Three resources on interjurisdictional placements:
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Parent Cafe Support Group
4th Thursday of every month for adoptive & foster parents
Weld County DHS
315 N 11th Ave, Building A, Greeley, CO 80631
2nd Tuesday of every month for kinship parents
Guadalupe Apartments
1520 N 11th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631
Dinner at 5:30
Support group 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Free dinner. Free childcare. Gift cards for attending.
RSVP required:
or 970-400-6707
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Respite Vouchers
The Colorado Respite Coalition, a program of Easterseals Colorado, has a
limited amount of funds for respite for adoptive, foster and kinship families with children aged 17 and younger. Funds are available statewide, and awards will be $500, with a maximum of $1,000 per family. We anticipate these funds will be utilized very quickly, and awards will be made on a first come, first serve basis. Respite voucher awards will be distributed starting this month and will wrap up by September 2020, or as soon as funds are exhausted. The application can be accessed by
clicking here
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April Is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Visit the 2020 National Child Abuse Prevention Month website by clicking here.
Download your free copy of the 2019/2020 Prevention Resource Guide by clicking here.
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Events
Adoption Zine Workshop
Saturday, March 7, 2020,
2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Boulder Public Library, Downtown, Corner of Arapahoe Ave. and Canyon Blvd.
Workshop:
Create a single-page, comic book zine based on stories related to adoption. Showcase your handmade art in the teen exhibit directly to follow the program.
Description of Exhibit:
This exhibit will feature a six-part zine by Melisande Osnes entitled
Love Locks
that tells the story of two sisters exploring various issues associated with African American hair. Through adoption, two sisters braid together a part of their shared story through the need to care for and style the younger sister's hair.
Schedule:
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Create a zine based on stories related to adoption
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Art opening/informal discussion with the attendees about the zine art process, etc., and reception.
Envisioning 2020: A Fundraiser for Heritage Camps for Adoptive Families
Saturday
April 4,2020
5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
History Colorado Center
1200 Broadway
Denver, CO 80203
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Heritage Camps Registration Dates
Camps with registration opening on February 3:
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frican/Caribbean Heritage Camp -- June 11-14, Regis University, Denver, CO
Korean Heritage Camp -- June 18 - 21, 2020, Snow Mountain Ranch, Fraser, CO
Latin American Heritage Camp -- June 25 - 28, 2020, Snow Mountain Ranch, Fraser, CO
Camps with registration opening on February 10:
Domestic Adoption Camp -- July 16 - 19, Regis University, Denver, CO
Indian/Nepalese Heritage Camp -- July 9 - 12, Snow Mountain Ranch, Fraser, CO
Southeast Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Camp -- July 16 - 19, YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park, CO
Camps with registration opening on February 17:
Chinese Heritage Camp II
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July 30 - August 2, Regis University, Denver, CO
Russian/Eastern European/Central Asian Heritage Camp -- July 23 - 26, Snow Mountain Ranch, Fraser, CO
Camps with registration opening on March 5:
Chinese Heritage Camp -- September 4-7, Snow Mountain Ranch, Fraser, CO
Visit Heritage Camp's website for more information on camp fees, locations, and programming. Register early to avoid a late fee!
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Club Spark Programs for Children with Autism or Development Disabilities
Club Spark club sessions are community-based day programs that build social skills, community safety skills, and supports academic goals during school spring, summer, and winter breaks. Each child works with an ABA trained technician and is working on social and life skill goals from a current treatment plan created for your child based on your goals and information provided to us at intake.
Dates: Spring Club 2020: Monday, March 23rd-Friday, March 27th
Summer Club 2020:
Session 1: Monday, June 1st-Friday, June 26th
Session 2: Monday, July 13th-Friday, August 7th
Location: 265 South Harlan Street, Lakewood
Club Spark accepts Medicaid Waivers and some insurance plans. The registration fee for clients is $65. Siblings are allowed to accompany clients for $40 a day with a $25 registration fee. Children with special needs will typically be served first.
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Avid4 Adventure Summer Camps
These days, a lot of kids grow up surrounded by screens. At Avid4 Adventure summer camps in Colorado, we introduce kids to the power of the outdoors. Their mission is to empower kids of all ages and skill levels to choose active, outdoor lifestyles. Activities include biking, canoeing, skateboarding, climbing, hiking, and more.
Date: Varies based on the camp desired. Overnight and day camps.
Location: All over the Denver metro area.
Ages: Pre K through 12th grade
Scholarships: The application will be released February 1, 2020. Financial assistance can cover between 25%-100% of camp tuition. A separate application is required for each child.
SCHOLARSHIPS FILL UP VERY QUICKLY. APPLY ASAP!
General information: 720-759-2242
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Summer Camp Scholarships
Scholarship slots will be available for most camps and open for registration on Tuesday, February 4 by phone only.
To find out if you qualify, call Guest Services at 303-370-6000, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and answer a few short questions. You may qualify to save 50% or even 100% on camp fees for one week of camp per child.
Summer camps run June 8 - August 7, including the week of July 4th.
Full-day Camps, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Half-day Camps, 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. or
1:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
FULL-DAY SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS GOING INTO GRADES K - 6
Summer Day Camps get brains and bodies moving! Learn and play as we experiment, create, build, ask questions, and develop a knowledge of and passion for science. Our camps are led by experienced educators, with assistance from trained teen volunteers, offering the best opportunity for fun and learning.
SUMMER HALF-DAYS FOR AGES 4 & 5
Tiny budding scientists enjoy fun, engaging experiences led by Museum educators that will open their eyes and minds to the amazing world around them.
Choose morning or afternoon: 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
EARLY AND LATE CARE
Limited early and late care slots are available each week. Early morning check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. and late check-out is available until 5:00 p.m. Add early check-in or late check-out for $45 each for the whole week!
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Royal Family Kids' Camps
Every foster or kinship child, ages 6-12, can experience a 5-day overnight camp for free through
Royal Family Kids' Camps. Your children may also be eligible to participate in a year-round mentoring club. Drop-off and pick-up are at the organizing church listed below, but the actual location of each camp varies. Registration begins in March!
Arvada: Arvada Covenant Church - Camp #005-June 22-26
5555 Ward Road, Arvada, CO 80002
Boulder: Camp for Change - Camp #261-August 10-14
7100 S Boulder Road, Boulder, CO 80303
Camp Director: Jan Timm, (303) 322-4067
Also in Boulder, for teens ages 12-15: Teen Reach Girls Camp - July 10-12 and Teen Reach Boys Camp - July 17-19.
http://campforchange.org/
Colorado Springs: New Life Church - Camp #274-June 1-5
11025 Voyager Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Fort Collins: Timberline Church - Camp #335-June 8-12
2908 S Timberline Rd, Ft. Collins, CO 80525
Littleton: Waterstone Community Church - Camp #234-June 1-5
5890 S Alkire Street, Littleton, CO 80127
Parker: Southeast Christian Church - Camp #272-June 3-7
9650 Jordan Road, Parker, CO 80134
Windsor/Weld County: Timberline Church - Camp #334-June 15-19
360 Crossroads Blvd, Windsor, CO 80550
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Support Groups
Sometimes our children provide us with challenges that we're just not quite ready to handle. And sometimes support groups can help us find the answers we need, or at least make us feel okay about the unique challenges we're facing. Here are some support groups that might be helpful.
Boulder Valley Christian Church
Support group for foster and adoptive moms
Tuesdays, 10:00 am to noon
Facilitated by Lisa Firle, MA., LPCC
Boulder Valley Christian Church, 7100 S. Boulder Road, Boulder.
Parents of Children with PTSD
First Friday of the month, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
464 Inca St, Denver, CO 80204
$25 per person or $40 couple
Some scholarships are available.
For more information, contact Jan Tomski at
jantomski@msn.com
or by phone at 303-881-7630.
Adult Adoptee Support Group
Every 1st & 3rd Thursday, 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sondermind, Suite 12, 100 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, CO 80302
Cost $25-$35
Jefferson County Kids Group
Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian, 11500 W. 20th Ave, Lakewood
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m..
RSVP to Mindy Beckler at 303-432-5205
North Adams Grandfamily Support Group
Third Thursday of the month 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Zion Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall, 14th & Skeel, Brighton, CO RSVP to Elaine Riedl at 303-912-8337.
Fathers Forever
2nd & 4th Thursdays
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Resilience Center,
1298 Peoria St,
Aurora, CO 80011
For more information, contact Don Reynolds (720-353-6103) or Aaron Lockwood (303-901-4486).
Grandparent & Kinship Support Group
2nd & 4th Wednesdays
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Aurora Mental Health Center, Viewpoint Office, Lotus Room
11059 E Bethany Dr., Aurora, CO 80014
For more information, contact Aline Ratliff (303-885-5163).
Foster Care & Adoptive Parents Support Group
Last Sunday of every month from 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Discovery Church,
2605 W 144th Ave, Broomfield, CO 80023
Online Support Group for Adoptive, Foster, & Kinship Parents
Second Tuesday of the Month
Morning session 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Evening session 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Session includes a short presentation followed by a discussion.
Email Deb Felio at
for the toll-free number and access code.
Adoptive Parents Support Group
1st Tuesday of the month
5:30pm-7:00pm
Supervised activities and group therapy for children
Lakewood Nazarene Church
Lakewood, CO
RSVP to Family Support Specialist, Mindi Bekler, 720-251-5876
Teen & Tween Adoption Support for Parents
Potluck
2nd & 4th Monday of each month
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Resilience Center
1298 Peoria St
Aurora, C
O 80011
Young Adult Mental Illness Support Group
For ages 18-28
1st & 3rd Thursday of every month
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
1st week Classroom F-G
3rd week Classroom E
St Anthony Hospital
11600 W 2nd Dr
Lakewood, CO 80228
Contact Courtney at 720-369-2629 for more information.
Welcome Child Adoption/Foster Care Support Group
Second Sunday of the month
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Timberline Church, Room 214
2908 S. Timberline Road
Fort Collins, CO 80525
For more information contact Michele Sanner by email at
mlsanner@gmail.com or by phone at
(970) 481-5749.
Xpress Yourself Art & Play Therapy
Support groups for internationally adopted children & adolescents
CCAI
6920 S. Holly Circle
Centennial, CO 80112
Call 303-850-9998, ext 22
Called to Adopt Support Group
4th Saturday of the month, 6:00 p.m.,
Christ Community Church, Greeley, CO
The Men's Group for Adoptive Dads
Thursdays, 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Zoe's, 715 10th St,
Greeley, CO 80631
Sensory Processing Disorder Parent Support Group
Facilitators: Sarah Ahn and Jenny Burnsed, LPC
Last Monday of every month 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Bixby School, 3750 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder
There is no fee associated with this group, though donations are gratefully accepted. Contact Sarah at SarahA@bipr.org for questions.
Therapeutic Post-Adoption Support Group
2nd Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Windsor Timberline Church
360 E Crossroads Blvd, Windsor, CO
Aurora Mental Health
Adoption Support Group
2nd & 4th Mondays of the month
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Aurora Mental Health
11059 E Bethany Drive, Aurora, CO 80014
Contact Sheila Reynolds 303-525-2123 or Stephanie Seriff 303-856-7698 for more information
Colorado Adams County Rainbow Center
3rd Thursday of each month, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
2140 E 88th Ave, Thornton, CO 80229
Contact: KimNichelle Rivera 303-226-5536
EMPOWER Littleton/Aurora/Englewood
1st & 3rd Thursday, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network
155 Inverness Drive West, Englewood, CO 80112
NAMI Connections Recovery Support Group for Adults
Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
ADMHN Building, 3rd floor
5500 S. Sycamore St, Littleton, CO 80120
Contact: Carol
303-790-1055
NAMI Family Support Group Teleconference
2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month
Louisville Parent Support Group
Second Tuesday of the month
7:00 - 8:30
Art Underground
901 Front Street, Louisville, CO 80027
$25 per session; reservations required.
Call 720-352-1743.
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| COCAF strives to provide Colorado's adoptive families with the information and resources they need to keep their families healthy and happy. If you have ideas for topics you think we should cover, please let us know. And if you find a good resource -- definitely let us know. Please forward your ideas or information to me at colleen.tarket@cocaf.org. Materials received by the 20th of a month will be considered for inclusion in the next month's newsletter.
Wishing all families peace, serenity, and a good sense of humor,
Colleen Tarket, COCAF Board Member (and newsletter put-ter-together-er)
COCAF does not recommend or endorse any specific book, website, survey, study, or provider of services. The purpose of the COCAF e-newsletter is to provide families with potential resources. All information contained in this newsletter is for general informational purposes only and as is without warranty expressed or implied, and shall not constitute legal, medical, psychiatric, educational, or parenting advice. COCAF is not be liable for any damages arising from using the information in this newsletter, including direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and/or consequential damages. No information on this site should be considered legal advice. Laws vary by state, so you are urged to research the specific laws, and your rights, within your state. If you have specific questions regarding your rights, or the laws in your state, please contact an attorney.
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Use this area to provide your subscribers information about your organization.
We believe that all children have the right to a permanent loving family. We are dedicated to improving services for every pre- and post-adoptive family and to increasing the knowledge and accountability of public systems. We are committed to advocacy in state and local service planning and delivery, in support of all pre and post adoptive families.
Sincerely,
Deborah Cave, Executive Director
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