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CFA Blend Support Group

May 10, 2013

Co-Sponsored with Concern for Adoptees, we invite all adult transcultural, transracial and international adoptees to join us.

Co-Sponsored with Concern for Adoptees, we invite all adult transcultraal, transracial and international adoptees to join us.

Date:  Friday, May 10, 2013
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect Ave. - Rm. 550
Time:  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

RSVP:  Stephanie Peterson at (330) 573-2768

Annual Birthmother's Day Ceremony

May 11, 2013

JOIN US! Every Mother's Day weekend, we come together to honor and support the unique journey of birthmothers everywhere. Free event for birthmothers and all who support them. 

Every Mother's Day weekend, we come together to honor and support the unique journey of birthmothers everywhere. Join us for a moving program of personal poetry, music, and other readings on this special day of remembrance. Free and open to the public.

WHO:
Birthmothers and all who support them

DATE:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Ceremony - 2:00 pm
Reception - 3:00 pm

LOCATION:
Adoption Network Cleveland
4614 Prospect Avenue, Cleveland
Event Room - 300. Third floor, at end of right-side hallway

RSVP:
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Linda Bellini at (216) 482-2323 or Linda.Bellini@AdoptionNetwork.org

OHIO CHILD WELFARE TRAINING PROGRAM

May 13, 2013

PARENT TRAINING AT ADOPTION NETWORK CLEVELAND

Topic:  From Child's Play to Adulthood:  The Plan for Independent Living
FACILITATOR:  Cathy Tiggs-Johnson

Date:  Monday, May 13, 2013
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect Ave. - Rm. 550
Time:  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Private agency foster parents, adoptive parents and care givers not licensed by Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services (CCDCFS) should contact your agency's training liaison for registration.  Foster parents, adoptive parents and caregivers licensed by CCDCFS must register using the CCDCFS automated telephone registration line at:  (216) 881-2022.

RSVP AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO SESSION
Please Contact:  Eddie Lebron at (216) 881-5390

Adoptee Journeys

May 14, 2013

This five workshop series will explore the life journeys of the adoptee. Adoptees, ages 18 and over are invited to attend.

This five workshop series will explore the life journeys of the adoptee. Adoptees, ages 18 and over are invited to attend.

Topic:  Anger and Adoption
Facilitator:  Marilyn Malkin, Ph.D.

            Date:  Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Time:  6:45 to 8:45 pm

Place:  Adoption Network Cleveland

           4614 Prospect Avenue - Rm. 550


Cost:  Members: $40/Series, $10/session; Nonmembers: $60/series, $15/session; add $5 if paying day of the event.


RSVP:  Click here for more information or contact Linda Bellini at (216) 482-2323 one week in advance of individual sessions.

OHIO CHILD WELFARE TRAINING PROGRAM

May 15, 2013

PARENT TRAINING AT ADOPTION NETWORK CLEVELAND

Topic:  Ignorance is Not Bliss:  Teen Sexuality - Choices and Challenges
FACILITATOR:  Ronna Johnson

Date:  Wednesday, May 13, 2013
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect Ave. - Rm. 550
Time:  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Private agency foster parents, adoptive parents and caregivers not licensed by Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services (CCDCFS) should contact your agency's training liaison for registration.  Foster parents, adoptive parents and caregivers licensed by CCDCFS must register using the CCDCFS automated telephone registration line at:  (216) 881-2022.

RSVP AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO SESSION
Please Contact: Eddie Lebron at (216) 881-5390.

Women's Health & Wellness Lunchtime Series

May 16, 2013

For Adoptive Moms

For Adoptive Moms

Topic:  Come back into balance with qigong
Facilitator:  Dottie Rieman
Spiritual Director, Reiki Master, Engergy Healer

Date:  Thursday, May 16, 2013
Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect - Room 300

RSVP:  Ayanna Abi-Kyles at (216) 482-2331

Mentor Orientation

May 16, 2013

If you're interested in learning more about Permanency Champion Mentoring Program, come joinus for an orientation to learn more.

If you're interested in learning more about our Permanency Champion Mentoring Program, come join us for an orientation to learn more.

Date:  Thursday, May 16, 2013
Time:  5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect Ave.- Rm. 550

For more information, contact Amy Lomis or call (216) 482-2339

Heights General Support and Discussion Meeting

May 16, 2013

General Meetings are support and discussion groups for any adult adoptee, adoptive parent, birthparent, prospective adoptive parent or anyone interested in lifelong adoption issues.

General Meetings are support and discussion groups for any adult adoptee, adoptive parent, birthparent, prospective adoptive parent or anyone interested in lifelong adoption issues.

Church of the Saviour 
2537 Lee Road
Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118
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• Held monthly from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
• No charge – regular attendees are encouraged to become members
• No RSVP needed
• Opportunities to join us as a member

For more information, contact Linda Bellini  at (216) 482-2323.

WIN AN IPAD3--Buy Raffle Tickets Now!

May 17, 2013

Enter now for your chance to win an Apple iPad 3 (64GB, Wifi, Black), valued at $699! The winner will be drawn at the Creating Futures Benefit and Silent Auction on Friday, May 17, 2013.  Click here to view event details.  You do not need to be present to win! 

Enter now for your chance to win an Apple iPad 3 (64GB, Wifi, Black), valued at $699! The winner will be drawn at the Creating Futures Benefit and Silent Auction on Friday, May 17, 2013.  Click here to view event details.  You do not need to be present to win!  

1 Ticket for $5
- OR -
5 Tickets for $20

 

Click here to purchase raffle tickets now! Once the raffle tickets are purchased, we will make out the tickets in your name and enter them into the drawing. We are more than willing to send you your raffle ticket stubs via mail, if you prefer, but you must specify by replying to your confirmation e-mail receipt.

Questions? Contact Kathryn Mahon at 216-482-2311.

All proceeds raised from this raffle will support the programs and services that Adoption Network Cleveland provides the community.

A special thank you to MCPc for the iPad donation:

 

Creating Futures Benefit & Silent Auction 2013

May 17, 2013

Kick back and relax to Northcoast Jazz Collective, indulge in heavy hors d’oeuvres, and sip on our signature ANC-tini all for a cause! You'll have a chance to bid your heart out on one-of-a-kind silent auction items and even win a brand new iPad3!

Come help us celebrate our largest annual fundraiser! 
Doors Open at 6:30 pm (Special VIP Access at 5:30 pm)

What:
Kick back and relax to Northcoast Jazz Collective, indulge in heavy hors d’oeuvres, and sip on our signature ANC-tini all for a cause! You'll have a chance to bid your heart out on one-of-a-kind silent auction items and even win a brand new iPad3! Everyone is invited! Feel free to invite your friends.

When:
Friday, May 17, 2013

Where:
Pickwick and Frolic Restaurant and Club (2035 E. 4th Street, Cleveland, OH)

Ticket Prices:
$80 for ANC Members
$90 for General Public
$135 for VIP tickets-Attend as a VIP and enjoy extra perks!
Click here to register now!

WANT TO WIN AN IPAD3? Raffle tickets are available now. Winner will be drawn at Creating Futures, but you don't have to be present to win! Click here to learn more!

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. To become a $500 event sponsor, click here to download the sponsorship agreement. You will receive 2-VIP tickets to the event as well as other promotional benefits for your business.

For more information about the event and sponsorship opportunities, contact Kathryn Mahon at (216) 482-2311.

Men's Support Group

May 18, 2013

Fathers and men in other support roles such as uncles, grandfathers, significant others and mentors are invited to join us.

In our commitment to provide support to families, we recognize that the men in our families need support too!  Fathers and men in other support roles--such as uncles, grandfathers, significant others and mentors--are invited to join us.

Date:  Saturday, May 18, 2013
Place:  Adoption Network Cleveland
           4614 Prospect Avenue - Rm. 550
Time:   10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

RSVP:  Robert Gibbons or call (216) 482-2323

Adoptive Family Social Support Activity/Southwest Area

May 18, 2013

Provides opportunities for families to meet, share their experiences and learn from each other and or featured presenters.

Our Adoptive Family Support Group meets monthly and provides opportunities for families to meet share their experiences and learn from each other and our featured presenters.  Concurrent meetings  for teens.  Programming for school-aged children and childcare for preschoolers are available.  Regular social activities are also planned to help adoptive families connect with one another. 

Topic:  Family to Family Collab

Date:  Saturday, May 18, 2013
Time:  1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location:  11212 Snow Road, Parma


Adoption 101: Where Do I Begin?

May 18, 2013

Many couples and individuals hoping to become parents or to expand their families look to adoption. This endeavor can be both exciting and overwhelming. There is so much information available about adoption that people often ask, “Where do I begin?” Adoption 101 is a four-hour workshop intended for people looking into adoption for the first time.

Many couples and individuals hoping to become parents or to expand their families look to adoption. This endeavor can be both exciting and overwhelming. There is so much information available about adoption that people often ask, “Where do I begin?”

Adoption 101 is a four-hour workshop intended for people looking into adoption for the first time and includes information on: 
  • Key Decisions
    • Type of Adoption
    • Adoption Provider 
  • Three Roads to Adoption
    • Private, Domestic Infant Adoption
    • Public, Waiting Child Adoption
    • International Adoption
  • Financing an Adoption
  • Adoptive Parent Panel
  • Adoption is a Lifelong Journey
  • Questions and Answers
This workshop will give you a realistic overview of the adoption options and the process involved in each from both professionals and parents. The information and resources offered will help you make a decision about the best route for your adoption journey. Adoption Network Cleveland is a neutral source of information, as we are not an adoption agency facilitating any certain type of adoption.

Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm 

Place: Adoption Network Cleveland Office 
4614 Prospect Avenue, Suite 550
Cleveland, OH 44103
  
Cost: Members: $20 per person and $35 per couple 
Non-Members: $30 per person and $55 per couple
Add $5 if paying the day of the workshop.

Click here to register online. For more information about these workshops contact Julius Jackson at (216) 482-2324.

Adoptive Family Social Support Activity/West Areas

May 19, 2013

Provides opportunities for families to meet, share their experiences and learn from each other and or featured presenters.

Our Adoptive Family Support Group meets monthly and provides opportunities for families to meet, share

 their experiences and learn from each other and our featured presenters. Concurrent meetings are held for

 teens. Programming for school-aged children and childcare for preschoolers are available. Regular social

 activities are also planned to help adoptive families connect with one another.


Activity:  Cookout


Date:  Sunday, May 19, 2013

Time:  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Location:  Lakewood Park

                14532 Lake Avenue, Lakewood


RSVP:  Ayanna.Abi-Kyles@Adoptionnetwork.org

MEN'S GROUP SOCIAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY

May 21, 2013

Fathers and men in other support roles such as uncles, grandfathers, significant others and mentors are invited to join us.

In our commitment to provide support to families, we recognize that the men in our families need support, too!  Fathers and men in other support roles-such as uncles, grandfathers, significant others and mentors - are invited to join us.

Activity:  Cleveland Indians Baseball VS Detroit Lions
Limited Ticket

Date:  Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Time:  7:05 PM



OHIO CHILD WELFARE TRAINING PROGRAM

May 23, 2013

PARENT TRAINING AT ADOPTION NETWORK CLEVLEAND

Topic:  Beyond Time Out:  Managing Behavior on Maltreated School Age Children
FACILITATOR:  Brian Lowery

Date:  Thursday, May 23, 2013
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect Ave. - Rm. 550
Time:  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Private agency foster parents, adoptive parents and caregivers not licensed by Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services (CCDCFS) should contact your agency's training liaison for registration.  Foster parents, adoptive parents and caregivers licensed by CCDCFS must register using the CCDCFS automated telephone registration line at:  (216) 881-2022.

RSVP AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO SESSION
Please Contact:  Eddie Lebron at (216) 881-5390

Finance Committee Meeting

May 23, 2013

Finance Committee Meeting

Date:  Thursday, May 23, 2013
Time:  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect Ave. - Rm. 550

For more information contact:  Jennifer Winchester at (216) 482-2307

OHIO CHILD WELFARE TRAINING PROGRAM

May 28, 2013

PARENT TRAINING AT ADOPTION NETWORK CLEVELAND

Topic:  Playing Stimulates the Senses
FACILITATOR:  Jackie Johnson

Date:  Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect Ave. - Rm. 550
Time:  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Private agency foster parents, adoptive parents and caregivers not licensed by Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services (CCDCFS) should contact your agency's training liaison for registration.  Foster parents, adoptive parents and caregivers licensed by CCDCFS must register using the CCDCFS
automated telephone registration line at:  (216) 881-2022.

RSVP AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO SESSION
Please Contact:  Eddie Lebron at (216) 881-5390

Mentor Support Meeting

May 28, 2013

If you are a current mentor, please plan on attending this monthly support meeting to share your experience with your mentee and offer support to others.

If you are a current mentor, please plan on attending this monthly support meeting to share your experience with your mentee and offer support to others.

Date:  Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Time:  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location:  Adoption Network Cleveland
                4614 Prospect Ave. - Rm. 550

Lake County General Support and Discussion Meeting

May 28, 2013

General Meetings are support and discussion groups for any adult adoptee, adoptive parent, birthparent, prospective adoptive parent or anyone interested in lifelong adoption issues.

General Meetings are support and discussion groups for any adult adoptee, adoptive parent, birthparent, prospective adoptive parent or anyone interested in lifelong adoption issues.

Mentor Baptist Church 
7500 Johnnycake Ridge Road
Mentor, Ohio 44060

• Held monthly from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
• No charge – regular attendees are encouraged to become members
• No RSVP needed
• Opportunities to join us as a member

For more information, contact Linda Bellini at (216) 482-2323.

Adoption 201: Adopting Infants Domestically

May 29, 2013

Expanding on the Adoption 101: Where Do I Begin Workshop, this session will explore more details for those looking towards the path of a domestic infant adoption.

Expanding on the Adoption 101: Where Do I Begin Workshop, this session will explore more details for those looking towards the path of a domestic infant adoption.

Workshop includes:
  • Selecting an agency and sample adoption requirements.
  • Overview of creating a profile or autobiography for a birthparent to learn more about you.
  • A variety of actual samples will be shown.
  • Details of the home study with specific expectations, processes and requirements.
  • Discussion about openness in adoption.
  • Panel and open forum with adoptive parents and a birthmother.
Time: 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Cost:
Member: $15 per person, $25 per couple
Non-Member: $20 per person, $35 per couple
+ $5 if paying the same day*

Location: Adoption Network Cleveland
4614 Prospect Avenue, Suite 550
Cleveland, Ohio
(Parking available on street and in lots across the street and on the east of the building)

Click here to register online. For more information, contact Julius Jackson at (216) 482-2324.

*Please note that space is limited. Early registration is encouraged. If spots are available, walk-ins are welcome.

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