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Space is limited in all classes, so you must register ahead of time by calling our office at
(714) 278-1020 or emailing Info@nightlight.org.
A cancellation fee may apply if 48 hours notice is not provided.
All classes are held at the Nightlight office.
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This is a free seminar covering domestic, international and frozen embryo adoptions. The seminar is an excellent way to have your preliminary questions answered, get to know Nightlight staff, and meet other families beginning the adoption journey. To reserve your spot, please call the Nightlight office at (714) 278-1020. Upcoming Dates: June 7, August 3 Seminar will run from 9:00am - 12:00pm Cost: Free |
(Domestic, Embryo, and International Adoptions)
We will look at the core issues in adoption, which will give you understanding as to how you are linked to the other members of the Adoption Triad; the adoptee, the birth family and yourselves. The material is applicable to all forms of adoption (Domestic, Embryo, and International) and will help adopting families develop understanding and compassion for everyone involved in the adoption process. Light refreshments will be provided, but you are welcome to bring dinner with you. Upcoming Dates: May 8, June 26 This class is held on a Thursday evening from 6:30pm - 9:00pm Cost: $25 per person |
(International Adoptions) This class is offered to help potential International adoptive parents understand the issues related to forming a permanent bond between parent and child. It will also address the impact of institutionalization and the transition to a different culture. Light refreshments are provided, but you are welcome to bring dinner with you. Upcoming Dates: May 14, July 2
This class is held on a Wednesday evening from 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Cost: $50 per person
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(International Adoptions) Dr. Gary Feldman, Medical Director of the Stramski Center at Miller Children's Hospital will be leading this class to provide an overview of the medical issues commonly experienced by children who have been adopted internationally. The class will help families understand the medical and developmental effects of institutionalization, the effects to malnutrition and other known genetic, health, emotional, and developmental risk factors associated with children adopted from other countries as well as known health risks in the specific country or region where children are adopted. Light refreshments will be provided. Upcoming Dates: April 25, May 17, July 19 This class is held on a Saturday morning from 9:00-11:30 Cost: $30 per person |
(Domestic and Embryo Adoptions) This class is for each prospective DAD and MOM. The class will feature a panel of adopting parents and birthmothers discussing their open adoptions. They will discuss how the type of contact was agreed upon and how it is working out for them. This is a required class for all domestic families as part of the homestudy. All domestic families who are approved and waiting for placement are cordially invited to attend our DAD class to "keep in touch". Your initial payment entitles you to attend as many times as you wish. Light refreshments will be provided but you are welcome to bring dinner with you. Upcoming Dates: May 15, July 24 This class is held on a Thursday evening from 6:30pm - 8:30pm Cost: $25 per person |
(For Taiwan clients and Homestudy clients adopting from China through another agency) The Asia Workshop is for families adopting from Taiwan and China. All families adopting from Taiwan through Nightlight, as well as Homestudy clients adopting from China through another agency, must take this class before traveling. This workshop will cover Chinese culture, travel experience, transition time for you and your child, and trans-racial adoption. Our adoptive families and Sabrina Chang, our Taiwan coordinator, will share their experiences and expertise. This class also gives you the opportunity to meet other families waiting to travel to Taiwan and China. Upcoming Dates: May 3
This seminar will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm
Cost: $25 per person
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Space is limited in all classes, so you must register ahead of time.For further information please contact Natasha at Natasha@nightlight.org. A cancellation fee may apply if 48 hours notice is not provided. |
Adoption Orientation Classes cover both International and Snowflake Frozen Embryo Adoptions.
Classes will be held at the Hope Cottage building in Dallas, TX.
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