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Adoption and guardianship are wonderful ways to build a family! It is a joyous journey, but it can also bring unique challenges. Therefore, we offer post-permanency (post-adoption) support to help parents like you navigate the complexities of adoption and guardianship, offering resources and guidance tailored to your family’s needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Post-permanency support is available at no charge to any family living in Delaware that has adopted or obtained guardianship or permanent guardianship of a child.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThe post-adoption support services provided by A Better Chance for Our Children have been crucial to our family’s ability to weather the inevitable storms of special needs parenting. I love their “it takes a village” approach and how they truly care for all children. We know that with their assistance, not only will our family survive the challenges that come our way, we will thrive!\u201d
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-Lori M., ABCFOC parent<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Our Services Include<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Support Groups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our monthly Connections for Adoptions and Permanency Supports (CAPS) meeting is a chance to connect with other adoptive parents and caregivers to share experiences and advice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Monthly Trainings
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Sessions designed to equip you with tools for building strong relationships and addressing developmental or behavioral concerns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Adoption-Competent Therapy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Individual or family counseling with professionals experienced in adoption-related issues.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Rec-n-Respite<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This recreation program provides adopted children (ages 6-14) with a fun, supportive environment to connect with peers through structured activities. Running twice a month from September to June, the program offers parents a break while fostering friendships and learning opportunities for the children. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Crisis Intervention<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Immediate assistance for challenges that require urgent attention.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Parent Coaching<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Support parenting children who have experienced trauma or adoption challenges by offering insights, new skills, and tailored approaches, recognizing that typical methods often fail in these situations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Teen Mentoring<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Assists parents in supporting adopted teens during the challenging identity-forming years by addressing complex emotions and developmental struggles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Supporting Birth Family Connections<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Helps adoptive families navigate complex dynamics of birth family relationships, promoting openness in adoption through guidance, decision-making support, and facilitation of contact when appropriate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Sibling Support<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

 Offers guidance to parents and individual support to siblings impacted by challenges within the family, regardless of how they joined the family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Educational Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Information and guidance on topics like attachment, identity, and navigating life stages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Specialized Childcare<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Provides tailored childcare solutions for children who struggle in typical settings, helping reduce parental burnout and ensuring effective support for the child.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Whether you\u2019re facing behavioral challenges, attachment concerns, or simply need someone to talk to, our team is here to help.
Please don\u2019t hesitate to reach out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Castle County:<\/strong>
Call 302-746-7265 and ask for Meg Garey <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kent and Sussex Counties:<\/strong>
Call 302-725-5008 and ask for Celeste Bishop<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Connections for Adoption and Permanency Supports (CAPS)<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Our support groups serve as a place for parents to come together in order to share and learn with those who have had similar experiences. It\u2019s a time to share your joys and get support through the challenges that come with adoption.
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While the adults gather together the children and teens are given the opportunity to spend time with other adopted kids having fun and getting to know each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n