Adoptive Mother of 4 children, current ages are 7, 6, 6, and 5
years old. Adopted through Hennepin County's Foster care with the adoption
option and also through Catholic Charity's Adoption program. Volunteered 3
years as a Guardian Ad Litem for Hennepin County.
D1, D2
Session Descriptions:
D1
Opening the Door to Adoption: Adoption Agency Panel: Ask the question "Are we ready to adopt?"
Agency representatives will help supply the questions to consider when looking at exploring adoption as an option for your family.
Find out what first steps to take to begin the process.
Panel facilitated by Vivian Medeck
D2
Domestic Vs. International Adoption: Explore Which Option is Best for You:
Panel of parents who have adopted will share their perspective and experience of domestic and international adoptions.
Panel facilitated by Rick Gibson, MSW, LGSW