The Journey Continues: Preparing Families for Adoption Finalization and Post Adoption Success

The Journey Continues: Preparing Families for Adoption Finalization and Post Adoption Success

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In this presentation, we will explore key considerations for supporting families as they transition from placement toward adoption finalization. Core areas of focus will include the impact of grief and loss, patterns of adjustment among children and caregivers, and common emotional and behavioral responses that may arise during this time. Additionally, we will address approaches for supporting the child’s emotional experience, ways in which adoption-related themes emerge across various developmental stages, and processes through which identity formation evolves. Finally, we’ll review available postadoption resources and highlight situations in which families may benefit from seeking additional support.

Participants can earn 1.5 Social Work CEUs or 1.5 NCPD (ANCC Contact Hour) or a certificate upon successful completion.

Audience: Child welfare professionals, advocates, and attorneys

For a certificate of participation or questions, please email [email protected]

childrens.com/fostercare

Publication Date

4-2026

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Dallas, Texas

Keywords

Pediatrics, Child Welfare, Dallas, Integrated Care, Trauma-Informed

The Journey Continues: Preparing Families for Adoption Finalization and Post Adoption Success

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