by gffoi | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Adoptive families take on the responsibility for healing these children, but in many cases, because of their children’s serious needs, families cannot shoulder the task alone. For many children and families, post-adoption mental health services are critical to their...
by gffoi | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
We know that trauma in the early formative years increases the risk of mental health problems. Many children in care have experienced trauma to one degree or another. This fact should not be ignored, as a child has the right to the support they require in order to...
by gffoi | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
This Guide provides information on aspects and protocols of First Nations lives that are traditional practices that reflect a mindset and worldview that goes beyond the mundane and into the spirit of life. These aspects should not be judged as entirely spiritual or a...
by gffoi | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
We support families in understanding the value of honouring their child’s ethnic/birth culture. We believe adoptive families should feel secure in exploring cultural connections in their area. A sense of identity equals a sense of belonging We are constantly...
by gffoi | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
In this article, AFABC explores how families and professionals can work together to support adopted kids. In today’s diverse adoption community, the majority of parents strive to embrace and nurture their adopted children’s birth cultures.Where a child came from is an...
