Join GACRS for a monthly virtual adoption support group- Café Chats. This event is for adoptive families who share one thing, the journey of adoption.  And while adoption is rewarding it also […]
Join us for a group discussion on the Emotional Toll of careing for another persons child. Managing guilt, resentment, or isolation Presented by Laura Cochling, M.Ed., LPC
This is a space where teens and caregivers come together to listen, learn, and grow. Here, every voice matters. We believe in sharing without judgment, respecting different perspectives, and finding […]
 This practical, hands-on workshop helps foster parents understand why sleep difficulties are so common for children with trauma and disrupted attachment—and what to do about it. Participants will learn trauma- and attachment-informed strategies to reduce bedtime anxiety, build felt safety, and respond effectively to night wakings. Foster parents will leave with concrete tools, routines, and […]
Helping children understand their story Maintaining sibling connections Managing divided loyalties Presented by: Janae Combs, MA, LPC
Series Goals and Value Proposition The most critical resource for adoptive and foster parents is the authentic, lived experience of adopted individuals. This series provides a structured environment to analyze […]
Every child deserves a sanctuary where they are free to grow into their authentic self. This session equips foster parents with the practical tools and advocacy strategies necessary to build […]
Join GACRS for a monthly virtual adoption support group- Café Chats. This event is for adoptive families who share one thing, the journey of adoption.  And while adoption is rewarding it also […]
This training helps foster and adoptive parents recognize the signs of depression in children and teens, explore different depressive disorder diagnoses, understand how trauma and loss impact mood and behavior, and learn practical strategies to support healing at home. Presented by: Natasha Hope-Moriarty, LMSW
Join us for a group discussion on Preparing Children for Adoption Presented by Chena Blanchard
Talking about adoption openly and honestly at every development stage: it can be harder than it sounds! Come learn tips, tricks and the how and why it is so important for you and your kids. Presented by: Ashley Willcott, JD
Supporting racial, cultural, and LGBTQ+ identity Understanding biases Advocating for inclusive services Presented by: Janae Combs, MA, LPC
