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Taking the Fear Out of Foster Care

Learn about becoming a foster parent and other ways of how to help children in our community.

There is a huge need for foster parents in our community and for those who are willing to open their hearts and homes for children in need.  For some people, hearing the words "Foster Parent" can be somewhat frightening.   Join us as we discuss how SAFY (Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth) helps to take the fear out of being a foster parent.  SAFY is a non-profit therapeutic foster care agency.  SAFY provides that extra layer of support to foster parents to help them learn how to love and nurture the children in their home. 

Learn the overview of youth needs in our community, learn what it takes to be a successful Foster Parent, review the process of becoming a foster parent, learn about how you can support youth experiencing foster care, and learn how you can give back if fostering isn’t right for you.

This program will be presented in person at the Ellet Branch Library, but you will also have the option to stream through Zoom.  This program requires registration. You can register in person at the Ellet Branch Library, by calling 330.784.2019, or through our website.  Due to changing guidelines from the CDC regarding COVID-19, we believe this is the best way to keep you informed about the status of our programs.  

You will receive an e-mail with the participation weblink one day before the program. Please contact the Library if you are unable to attend.

If you do not have an e-mail address, please contact Ellet Branch at 330.784.2019 to learn how to participate by phone.

A webcam and microphone may be necessary to participate fully in this interactive event. If you have one or neither of these, your participation may be limited.

The Adoptive Parents' Handbook : a Guide to Healing Trauma and Thriving With Your Foster or Adopted Child by Barbara Cummins Tantrum, MA, LMHC

Adoption: Choosing It, Living It, Loving It by Ray Guarendi

The Adoption Answer Book by Brette McWhorter Sember

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