How to find a Therapist provides general information on therapy, information on psychologists that specialize in foster care and adoption, and a directory of local therapists in Westchester County.
Adoption Basics for Educators: How Adoption Impacts Children & How Educators Can Help. As identified by this manual’s mission statement, “this booklet was developed to provide educators with basic information about adoption-related issues and the effect these issues might have on students, as well as suggestions on how educators can assist and advocate for students who are adopted.” Topics explored include the history of adoption, a child’s understanding of adoption, the role of educators, curriculum concerns and much more.
This website offers information regarding foster care and adoption, current trends, tip sheets, resources, and real life stories.
NACAC provides information regarding public policy advocacy, education and adoption support. http://www.nacac.org/
The North American Council on Adoptable Children provides information about college tuition waivers and scholarship programs by state. Information regarding the Casey Family Programs and Orphan Foundation of America is included along with a link to further research scholarship programs.
This website provides information regarding foster/adoption and the process of adoption in New York State
By P. Hughes. This publication provides parents with insight into the emotions that may impact their adopted child’s behavior. The article provides techniques parents can use to ensure that their adopted child feels safe.
This therapy directory provides a list of adoption therapists in Westchester County. Enter your zip code. On the next page, refine your search by clicking the “More” bullet under “Issues” in the left column. Your local providers will be listed.
This article provides guidance on how to answer difficult adoption questions such as “Is that your child?”
A magazine written by youth for youth, providing inspiration and information to teens in foster care.
This article focuses on how to explain adoption at different developmental stages and how to help educators understand foster care and adoption. http://ouradopt.com/content/adoption-and-schools
The article “In the Children’s World at School” by Marilyn Schoettle emphasizes the need to transform community members into adoption educators to foster a sensitivity that begins through the schools. Teachers know what is most appropriate for their class and must become an educator on adoption not only for the adopted child and his/her family, but for their classmates as well. The author outlines ideas for how to incorporate adoption into the classroom appropriately such as preparing for potential situations in advance.
C.A.S.E is a national resource for families and professionals through its training, publications, and consultations. This website includes webinars.
A national organization devoted to improving adopting policy and practice. http://www.adoptioninstitute.org/
NCALP seeks to improve the law, policies, and practices associated with child protection and adoption systems through education, advocacy, and research Phone: 614-236-6730.
Administration for Children & Families Child Welfare Information Gateway
A service of the Children’s Bureau, this site provides access to print and electronic publications, websites, databases, and online learning tools for improving child welfare practice, including resources for families on topics related to foster care and adoption.
The Westchester County Office of Children’s Services offers a full range of adoption services. The website lists profiles of children in Westchester County waiting for adoption. Phone: (800) 4KIDS-27
Westchester’s Resource for Adoption Program (WRAP) grew out of a need expressed by foster parents who were cautious about adopting children for fear of losing critical supports that are available to them during a foster care placement. WRAP provides services to families who have adopted children from the Westchester County foster care system until the age of 21. The program offers short term clinical supports, information and referral resources, a helpline, training for families and professionals, an onsite lending library and support groups for adoptive parents and children.Linda Fettmann, LCSW (914) 493-2900
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