RIDING THE WAVE:  Parenting tweens to teens (En)
Peer Support Group

A supportive space for parents of tweens and teens navigating the journey into and through the teenage years.

Parenting teenagers has its ups and downs, and sometimes you just have to ride the wave and get through it. In this group, we come together to share experiences, offer support, and ride the highs and lows of raising tweens and teens.

Join us as we navigate this exciting yet challenging phase of parenting, finding strength and solidarity in each other along the way.

With: Jessica Ferguson

Recommended for: Adoptive, kinship, foster, and waiting parents and caregivers of teens and tweens

BUILDING FAMILIES (En)
Profile Sharing Session

Are you an approved adoptive parent eager to learn more about the children in care who are waiting for their permanent families?

Join us for our next Building Families Session. This is a unique and invaluable opportunity to hear directly from social workers across New Brunswick. They'll be presenting non-identifying profiles of children currently in care and waiting for matches. You'll learn about their backgrounds, personalities, and specific needs, helping you understand the children who need loving, permanent homes.

What to expect:

• Non-identifying profiles: Learn about children's ages, genders, personalities, and needs without revealing their identities.

• Direct from social workers: Get insights and information directly from the professionals working with these children.

• Opportunity to express interest: If a child's profile sparks your interest, you'll have the chance to express that to your social worker, potentially moving forward in the matching process.

Building Families is open to:

• Approved adoptive families

• Adoptive families thinking of adopting again

For more information or if you have any questions, contact patricia@nbadoption.ca

PLUS FORTS ENSEMBLE (Fr)
Groupe de soutien par les pairs

Rejoignez Heather Fortuny pendant qu'elle parle aux familles pré et post-adoptives, aux jeunes anciennement pris en charge, aux adoptés, aux proches parents (kinship) et aux familles d'accueil !

Il est essentiel de se connecter avec d'autres parents et fournisseurs de soins et de réaliser que vous n'êtes pas seul dans ce parcours. Non seulement vous élargirez votre réseau de soutien, mais vous aurez le temps de parler de vos préoccupations et de vos défis, d'obtenir des réponses à vos questions et de partager vos succès avec d'autres !

Nous offrons un espace sûr et confidentiel où vous pouvez vous connecter et nouer des relations. Vous serez mieux informé sur les étapes du processus d'adoption et pourrez apprendre de vos pairs !

Avec:  Heather Fortuny

Recommandé pour : les parents en attente, adoptifs, proches parents(kinship) et parents d'accueil

NAVIGATING THE DISABILITY TAX  CREDIT(En)
Webinar

Join us for this informative webinar with a DTC Navigator from ILNS who will provide guidance on:

• Understanding DTC Eligibility:

• The Application Process

• Maximizing Benefits

• Free Support Services offered by Independent Living Nova Scotia to help you navigate the entire DTC application process.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and access expert assistance to ensure your child receives the support they are eligible for.

With: ILNS (Independent Living Nova Scotia)

Recommended for:
Waiting, adoptive, foster parents, kinship caregivers, and Child Welfare Professionals

LATE NIGHT TALKS with Kim (En)
Peer Support Group

Join in with other pre- and post-adoptive parents to share and support each other in your adoption journey

We provide a safe, confidential space where you can connect and build relationships.  You will become more informed about stages in the adoption process, and be able to learn from your peers!

With: Karolyn Martin

Recommended for:
Adoptive, kinship, and foster parents and those who have applied to adopt.

WHILE YOU'RE WAITING (En)
Preparing caregivers for permanency

Join others who are considering or waiting to adopt to hear panel discussions and/or presentations from adoptive parents, youth, foster parents, adoptees, social workers, and others to help you prepare and build your understanding of the complexity of adoption.

With: Jessica  Ferguson

Recommended for: People waiting and/or considering adopting children from the NB child welfare system.