While-you-wait support groups for parents January 4, 2021 by AdoptUSKids · Published January 4, 2021 · Last modified January 26, 2021 Benefits of offering these groups include making the wait seem shorter, keeping families from giving up, and helping parents build their skills.
Three approaches to strategic communication in support groups October 16, 2020 by AdoptUSKids · Published October 16, 2020 · Last modified December 18, 2020 As a parent group leader, you can ensure that respectful language is both “caught and taught” in meetings and communications.
Facilitating virtual support groups WEBINAR by AdoptUSKids · Published October 14, 2020 · Last modified October 15, 2020 Watch this webinar to acquire skills needed to facilitate virtual groups that foster peer connection and support for group members.
6 ways to improve your support group’s fundraising efforts October 14, 2020 by AdoptUSKids · Published October 14, 2020 As a support group leader, your efforts will be the most successful if fundraising is seen as the responsibility of the entire group, from developing the strategy to evaluating your results.
Addressing common challenges in parent support groups September 21, 2020 by AdoptUSKids · Published September 21, 2020 · Last modified July 19, 2021 As a support group leader, you know that sometimes your group can be challenging. Whether it’s a difficult member or a sensitive topic, there are strategies that successful leaders have come to rely on.
10 ways to support families when you can’t be together in person May 8, 2020 by AdoptUSKids · Published May 8, 2020 · Last modified July 20, 2021 Offering support to families in appropriate ways and listening to their feedback will help you meet their support needs now and strengthen your relationship with them in the future.