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“I want you to know that you have been so patient and kind with all of your help and it really means a lot. I know that adoption can be a stressful process for many people, but you have made our 'research' portion so much easier. Thank you so much!” ~ Kyle

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Webinars

No matter where you live, you can now watch WACAP presentations on your computer. All you need is an internet connection and a telephone to participate. All webinar times listed are Pacific Time.

"We are just beginning to look into adoption and came to your information meeting with virtually no information. We left with an understanding of the many steps involved and the realization that there are so many options. Rather than coming home and feeling overwhelmed, we left feeling informed and supported." - Laurie & Greg

UPCOMING WEBINARS:

WACAP Adoption - General Information Webinar

Join us for a virtual information meeting that includes an introduction to WACAP, our history, our adoption programs, and basic information about how the adoption process works. 30 min. presentation, Q&A to follow.

Wednesday, February 1, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)
Wednesday, February 22, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)
Wednesday, March 7, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)

Adopting through WACAP's Bulgaria Program

This webinar will cover the requirements and process for adopting a child through WACAP's Bulgaria program. Hosted by WACAP's Bulgaria Program Manager, Brittany Sweet. Q&A to follow.

Tuesday, February 7, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)

Adopting through WACAP's China Program

This webinar will cover the requirements and process for adopting a child through WACAP's China program. Hosted by WACAP's China Program Manager, Elizabeth Rose. Q&A to follow.

Tuesday, February 21, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)
Tuesday, March 13, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)

Adopting through WACAP's Ethiopia Program

This webinar will cover the requirements and process for adopting a child through WACAP's Ethiopia program. Hosted by WACAP's Ethiopia Program Manager, Megan Cook Nikiema. Q&A to follow.

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Adopting through WACAP's India Program

This webinar will cover the requirments and process for adopting a child through WACAP's India program. Hosted by WACAP's India Program Manager, Jessica Stark. Q&A to follow.

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Adopting through WACAP's Korea Program

This webinar will cover the requirments and process for adopting a child through WACAP's Korea program. Hosted by WACAP's Korea Program Manager, Liz Richards. Q&A to follow.

Thursday, February 2, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)

Adopting through WACAP's Russia Program

This webinar will cover the requirments and process for adopting a child through WACAP's Russia program. Hosted by WACAP's Russia Program Manager, Brittany Sweet. Q&A to follow.

Thursday, February 16, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)

Adopting through WACAP's US Kids Program

This webinar will go over the basic steps in adopting through WACAP's US Kids program. The presentation is specifically for families in Oregon and Washington, and will cover the age and types of children available, as well as adoptive parent requirements, and how these children are matched to families. Led by WACAP's US Kids Specialist, Claire Scranton. Q&A to follow.

Wednesday, March 7, 11 a.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)

Parent Training Webinar - "Coming Home: Adopting the Older Child"

Families adopting a child (over the age of 3) internationally need to attend this webinar in order to prepare for the different type of parenting that these children often require and to preview the changes that will occur in your family when your child comes home. Presented by WACAP's Vice President of Social Services, MaryAnn Curran. 90 min. Q&A to follow.

Monday, February 13, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)
Thursday, February 23, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)

Foster-Adopt in Western Washington

Families in the Puget Sound area who are interested in US Kids and would like to consider the possibility of foster adoption can learn the benefits and the challenges of this type of adoption as well as the types of children available. Presented by WACAP Adoption Specialist, Claire Scranton. Q&A to follow.

Wednesday, February 15, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)

Life's Longest Bond - Adoptive Siblings

This enrichment class discusses ways to prepare children already in your home for the addition of an adopted sibling. Special attention will be given to preparing those children already in the home by birth, and those in the home by adoption, as well as preparing children for a sibling who may have some medical issues. Presented by WACAP's Vice President of Social Services, MaryAnn Curran. Q&A to follow.

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Health of the Adopted Child

A live webinar presented by the staff of University of Washington Adoption Medicine Clinic will provide expert guidance about common adoption health issues.

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Parenting the Adopted Teen

This enrichment class will provide tips for understanding the dynamics of teens and adoption, whether your child is newly arrived or has been in your home for many years. Find answers to the age old question: what do teens want anyway? Presented by WACAP's Vice President of Social Services, MaryAnn Curran. Q&A to follow.

Thursday, February 9, 4 p.m. (Pacific Time) (REGISTER)