Free webinar for state child welfare staff
Adoption through OA&FS: An option for parents encountering state involvement
In this webinar specifically developed for state child welfare staff, you’ll learn how DHS, DCYF, Family Coaches, Self-Sufficiency and CSO staff can collaborate with OA&FS to support people who wish to explore pregnancy and parenting options, including private agency adoption.
Join us as we dive into:
- Circumstances that can lead to private agency involvement
- Ways that state organizations and OA&FS can work together
- All-options counseling services
- Adoption planning services
- Placement timelines
- Understanding child-centered open adoption
Why OA&FS is uniquely qualified to provide this training:
- Non-profit local agency licensed in Oregon and Washington.
- Experienced staff provides all-options pregnancy counseling and adoption planning services.
- Completed over 1,500 adoptions since our founding in 1985.
- Experts in child-centered open adoption.
- Established community partner with state child welfare.
- Our Board of Directors is led by birth parents.
“I heard really good things about the presentation and information. I hope that we can continue to connect and collaborate for the benefit of the families and children we serve.“