ABOUT:

This is a casual discussion group meant to support adoptive, fostering, & kinship parents that revolves around 1-2 chapters of a book. We use books to help us cover a larger variety of topics related to adoption, to increase our knowledge and awareness of the information that is out there, and to maximize resources for families. There is No requirement to read all the chapters or to come to all discussions. This group offers a safe place to share individual opinions and personal experiences, and ask questions openly and honestly about relinquishment and adoption-related issues.

-NOTE- Encompass Adoptees encourages critical thinking that takes into account all triad members in regard to all books and resources. Book discussions or reading lists in no way imply agreement with all portions of a book, nor does it indicate any endorsement of the author/s, their programs, techniques, etc.

Details at a Glance:

• Meets every 2nd Thursday of the month (except Dec for the holidays)

• In-Person @ Encompass Adoptees at 122 S Terrace Ave, parking is along the side of the building and on the street

• Facilitated by an Adoptee and an Adoptive Parent: Heather Gonzales, LPC, an adult adoptee & licensed clinical therapist + Deborah Gnann-Miller, parent of 2 adopted daughters that are now adults

• Child care is available for families who need this to attend. Preregistration is required at least 1 week in advance - see the link below.

• Currently discussing: What White Parents Should Know About Transracial Adoption

• Discussing Chapter

  • Oct- Intro + Ch 1

  • Nov- Ch 2

  • Jan- Ch 3

  • Feb- Ch 4-5

  • March- Ch 6-7

  • Apri- Ch 8-9 (end book)

  • May - Start next book - The Primal Wound

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This Program is hosted, developed, and facilitated by Encompass Adoptees, and is currently sponsored by Ohio Kinnect