Virtual Event, January 9th, 2021 – Day 2. The Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE) and the Department of Children and Families (DCF) invite you to a two-part virtual information session and matching event, featuring children and teens with special needs.
* Each event will take place over Zoom, and information about how to access the events will be sent to you upon registration.
DAY 2 Registration: January 9th, 2021 – Day 2: All families, regardless of where you are in the licensing process, are invited to hear about specific waiting children, teens and sibling groups with special needs.
* Social workers will give a brief presentation about each child or sibling group, followed by breakout room sessions where you will have the opportunity to speak directly with social workers to learn more about the children, ask additional questions, and discuss potential matches for your family.
REGISTER FOR DAY 2: www.mareinc.org/events/mare-hosted-events/day-2-virtual-information-session-and-matching-event-featuring-children-and-teens-with-special-needs or contact ashleyf@mareinc.org
INFORMATION ABOUT DAY 1 – * January 7th, 2021 – Day 1: Families new to (or curious about) the adoption process, as well as those who are further along or already licensed, are invited to join us for an information session to learn more about adopting a child or teen with special needs.
* An overview of the adoption process in Massachusetts will be presented, followed by information about the variety of resources and supports that are available to children and families.
* Hear from a family experienced in adopting a child with special needs, and there will opportunities for you to ask questions during this session.
REGISTER FOR DAY 1: www.mareinc.org/events/mare-hosted-events/day-1-virtual-information-session-and-matching-event-featuring-children-and-teens-with-special-needs or contact Ashley Falandys at ashleyf@mareinc.org.
