These groups are for adopted youth (grade school through teens), and are led by a team of adult adoptees who bring with them years of experience in the adoption community as well as experience leading youth groups. Groups are formed by request, and can be arranged by a group of parents, a school or other organization. Minimum of five participants.
Adopted youth share a unique experience. Adoption Mosaic’s Youth Activity Groups are designed and facilitated by adult adoptees to encourage the exploration and sharing of the adoption experience within a fun and structured environment. Through age-appropriate art, discussion, camaraderie and group activities, youth are encouraged to celebrate and explore their own experience as an adopted person.
Topics covered depend on the age and interests of the participants. They can include:
- School issues
- Adoptee friendships
- Adoptees in the media
- Where adoptees can go for support
- Lifestory Books
- Adoption and identity
- Race and culture
- Effective and empowered responses to intrusive questions
- Additional topics can be arranged by request
LOOKING FOR two Teen Leaders (adopted). Adoption Mosaic’s Youth Activity Groups are designed to take full advantage of the benefits inherent to a mentorship relationship. Youth ages 14-18 are invited to volunteer to be Teen Leaders for our Youth Group series. Teens will receive a community service certificate for their time. Contact Shelise at info@adoptionmosaic.org if you are interested.
New Parent Group
Adoption Mosaic is excited to announce a new Discussion Group for adoptive parents who have children attending the Adopted Youth Activity Series. This 6-week series will run concurrently with the kids’ portion. Parents are invited to participate each week in a facilitated discussion mirroring topics in the youth curriculum. This group is a great way to share ideas and experiences with other parents, develop connections in the adoption community, and be ready for some of the questions your kids will be bringing home from their own group. Sessions will be guided by MereAnn Reid, a former board member of Adoption Mosaic and a therapist who specializes in working with adoptive families.
At the beginning of every Youth Activity series, parents are required to attend a 4 hour workshop with the facilitators. The intention of the parent preparation is to meet the facilitators and to encourage everyday family activities that support the curriculum. The parent workshop will be presented by Astrid Dabbeni.
Details
Facilitator(s): Astrid Dabbeni Co-Facilitator: Shelise Gieseke
Cost: Parent Workshop (required) $60 per person or $90 per couple; Activity Group $135 per child per series
Upcoming Groups:
Six sessions beginning on April 5th, 2010 (parent workshop April 3rd) registration is limited; contact info@adoptionmosaic.org for information.
Please contact one of the facilitators to discuss arranging a group.
OR
If you have already arranged for a series and would like to register, please use the registration form at the link below.