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(Paramus, NJ) March 18, 2010 – Over the years, family structures have changed considerably. Today, there are many families formed by same-sex and single GLBT parents. Although there are parent trainings available to adoptive families, they often don't focus on the specific needs of same-sex and GLBT parents. For instance, Mother's or Father's Day may need to be celebrated in a unique way. Also, same-sex and GLBT parents need to help prepare their children for any questions or comments that may be raised by peers and adults in the community. To help families navigate these issues, Children's Aid and Family Services is presenting "Same- Sex Partner and Single GLBT Adoption: Helping Children Successfully Integrate into Their Community," at its Family and Adoption Services Center, 148 Prospect Street, Ridgewood, NJ. This free workshop is Thursday, April 15, 2010, from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
The workshop will be led by David Panozzo, psychotherapist and faculty member of the Academy of Clinical and Applied Psychoanalysis, who has worked with GLBT clients and their families for 20 years.
This is part of a series of free workshops that will focus on various aspects of adoption. Upcoming workshops include:
Date Workshop
May 20, 2010 Leaving Home is Hard to do: Preparing your adopted child for college or work
To RSVP or for more information, call the Family and Adoption Services Center at 201.445.7015 x212 or visit www.cafsnj.org.
Children's Aid and Family Services is one of the leading nonprofit human services organizations serving northern New Jersey. The agency is fully accredited and has served the community for more than 110 years. Its mission is to preserve, protect and, when needed, provide families. Motivated by compassion for vulnerable children, young adults, frail elderly and their families, it provides high-quality and innovative services that meet their social, educational and emotional needs.
For more information on Children's Aid and Family Services, call 201.261.2800 or visit www.cafsnj.org.
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