Adoption is not an event; it is a lifelong journey and issues related to adoption may occur throughout a person’s lifetime. Here are a variety of resources that adoptees and their families may find useful.
Support Groups
Adoption Journeys Support Group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm, with a virtual option available. If you are interested in attending, please contact 800-632-1400 or padoption@chsnc.org.
Voices of Adoption Podcast
Voices of Adoption provides a safe and welcoming space for all adoption triad members to share their unique stories and perspectives. Whether you are a birth parent, adoptee, or adoptive parent, we invite you to explore the lessons learned through personal adoption journeys. Each episode offers heartfelt insights and experiences that aim to resonate with listeners, spark meaningful connections, and shift your perspective.
Blog Posts
Check the CHS blog for news and information on support for families. You can search for content relevant to your needs.
Websites
Center for Adoption Support and Education offers information about adoption-competent training and recommended reading for child, parent, and educators.
National Council For Adoption: Provides resources and education for all people in the adoption world.
The National Center for Adoption Competent Mental Health Services offers a searchable national database of therapists who have formal training in adoption competence.
Psychology Today also offers a searchable listing of adoption therapists.
Identity offers education, advocacy, and support, to empower parents to foster genuine connections rooted in empathy and love.
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