2008
Parent Education Meetings
Always
the 2nd Monday of the month
First Church of the Nazarene
11811 State Line Rd,
Kansas City, MO 64114
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for a map!
We have put
together a year schedule for Parent Education meetings and feel
that each topic has vital information to making your adoption
successful. These FREE seminars are important for waiting
families as well as families that have completed their adoption.
The meetings provide information but they also help families
build a wonderful network of support with other families in the
same process. Childcare is provided and free during the
meetings.
Meeting
Schedule
7:00 - 7:30 Country updates, new arrivals, and referrals
7:30 - 8:15 Program
8:30 - 8:55 Break into small groups according to
countries
February 11, 2008
“The Most Important Place on Earth; What a Christian Home Looks
Like & How to Build One,” Donna David
CHI Kansas City China caseworker Donna David will be
highlighting parenting techniques utilized in the book bearing
the same title. Seeking God’s wisdom and grace in parenting
allows us to be effective role models for our children.
Practical ideas will be presented for parents to incorporate
into their daily routine.
March
10, 2008
“Child Development in Adoption,” Jaree Vansell, Parents as
Teachers
“Orphanage delay…” what does that mean exactly?
This question and more will be covered as Jaree Vansell from
Parents as Teachers and internationally adoptive mom shares
information about child development and how that factors in
specifically with children who have been adopted
internationally.
April
14, 2008
“Siblings and Adoption,” Family Panel
There is no closer bond than the bond shared between siblings.
In our world of adoption, this bond might look different from
family to family, but it is strong no matter what. Join us for
this panel discussion with families as they talk about many
different issues with siblings from every kind of adoptive
family.
May 12, 2008
“Post Adoption Blues,” CHI Staff
Unfortunately for adoptive parents, there’s no way to escape the
potential effects of depression after having a child. Post
partum depression is not just limited to mothers who have
birthed children. Post adoption blues can be a very real issue
with some adoptive parents, but it is not often talked about or
well known. Join the CHI staff as we talk about what post
adoption blues is, some of the causes of this disorder, and ways
to help overcome this very real issue.
June 9, 2008
“Fatherhood,” Panel of Adoptive Fathers
Mother’s Day was last month, so get ready dads, this is your
month! In the month where we recognize dads, we will provide you
with a top notch panel of adoptive fathers to give their stories
of adoption and how they are their child’s #1 Dad (as the coffee
mug at work so eloquently states).
July 14, 2008
“Talking about Adoption Positively Through Books,” Speaker TBA
If social workers could convey just one message to adoptive
families, it would be how to talk about adoption with their
child and others. However, for you parents to be able to talk
about adoption, you must be educated about how to do it. Even in
this technological world we live in, books are still the best
way to learn. We look forward to sharing how you can use books
to educate yourself about adoption and how to talk about
adoption with your child and others.
August 11, 2008
"Our Adoption Story,” Panel of Adult Adoptees
The crowd favorite, we once again bring the adults back for
another informative and humorous year! CHI has compiled a panel
of adults who have been adopted internationally. Along with
hearing their story and experience you will be able to see how
the experience goes from the other side of adoption. This will
help you to place yourself in your child's shoes so that you can
see adoption through their eyes.
September 8, 2008
“Eyes Wide Open,” Dianne Atteberry
Dianne is the Director of the Kansas City Office and adoptive
mother of six children, three who have been adopted
internationally. Dianne's presentation will highlight parts of
the "Eyes Wide Open" workbook and address issues concerning
international adoption.
October 13, 2008
"Videos by the Adoption Experts”
We’re bringing all the top adoption experts to Kansas City, via
DVD that is! Join us as we watch video segments and learn
together about many common adoption issues from a variety of
world-renowned adoption experts.
November 10, 2008
"International Medicine," KU Medical Center International
Adoption Clinic Staff
The doctors and staff of the University of Kansas Medical Center
International Adoption Clinic will share some information about
international medicine pertaining to internationally adopted
children, and how you can prepare your family for being healthy
even before the plane takes off.
