AFSN provides programs and services to all adoptive families in West Michigan without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, disability, height and weight, etc.
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AFSN provides programs and services to all adoptive families in West Michigan without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, disability, height and weight, etc. |
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Information Packets |
Pre-adoption packets contain useful information for individuals considering adoption as a way of building their family. Post-adoption packets contain valuable information and resources for new adoptive families. To request a packet contact us by e-mail. |
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Warmline (616)458-7608 |
Warmline is a non-crisis telephone information and referral line that is staffed by volunteers who have been trained to answer questions regarding adoption and community services, as well as give referrals. Volunteers respond to calls within 24 hours. You can reach Warmline at warmline@afsn.org or (616)458-7608. |
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Family to Family Connections |
The "Family to Family Connections" program connects families with each other to provide support, encouragement and information. For more information, please call (616)458-7945 or email. |
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Resource Guides |
Resource Guides provide adoptive families with useful information (books, magazines, articles, movies, videos, etc.) about topics concerning adoption. Topics Include:
For more information, please call (616)458-7945 or email. |
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Support Groups |
Support Groups offer parents an opportunity to network with other adoptive parents, learn about parenting, and share personal experiences. AFSN regularly offers support groups. Childcare is also provided. If you are interested in our next group offerings refer to "Events & Education" or e-mail us. |
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Educational Programs |
AFSN presents informational and education programming on a variety of topics useful to adoptive families. If you are interested in upcoming programs refer to "Events & Education" or e-mail us. |
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The Network News |
The AFSN newsletter is published three times a year and contains supportive and educational information on adoption issues, community events, resources, agency news, and volunteer opportunities. To read past issues refer to "News and Information". To receive the Network News contact us at (616)458-7945. |
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E-News Updates |
AFSN regularly distributes "E-News" containing valuable info on upcoming AFSN programming, adoption-related issues, community events, and resources. |
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To receive the E-News Updates |
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Family Fun Events |
Adoptive Family Fun Events are social, celebratory, networking activities for the whole family.
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Judge John P. Steketee Adoption Hero Award |
The Adoptive Hero Award is given to an adoption advocate in our community who clearly exemplifies the spirit and legacy of the late Judge Steketee. The Award is presented annually. For more information, e-mail us. |
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