NEW CLASS ALERT - Approximately 80 percent of all couples who become adoptive parents struggled with infertility. Infertility can feel like a betrayal of our bodies. Disappointment, loss, and shame are common experiences for those experiencing infertility. Infertility is a loss and one that needs to be adequately grieved. It’s a life experience that feels […]
Activism in Adoption Series 2024 - On Your Feet Foundation will present via zoom Gretchen Sisson, PhD, a sociologist who studies abortion and adoption in the United States and author of the upcoming book, RELINQUISHED: The Politics of Adoption and the Privilege of American Motherhood, being released in February 2024. Attendees who request adoption education credit will […]
ACI Gala 2024 Exciting new venue! Join us at Ravinia Highland Park, IL Saturday, April 20th, 2024 6pm to 11pm REGISTER HERE For information on tickets and sponsorships, contact Emily Mishler, Director of Development, at emishler@adoptillinois.org
Join Becky O'Connell, one of our temporary care providers, and learn the "baby basics". Becky will discuss "The Big Three" (You will learn what they are!) and include suggestions and demonstrations to help you understand, enjoy, soothe and stimulate your baby. This class is suitable for waiting families, those with infants under one year, and […]
Attorney Genie Miller Gillespie will discuss the steps that prospective adoptive parents should take to achieve a safe and legal adoption. Discussion will focus on the legal issues in adoption, which include proper preparation, termination of parental rights, limiting legal risk, applicable Illinois and federal law, the process of doing an Illinois adoption, and the […]
Recent research in neuroscience has confirmed what many clinicians have long known: Early relationships between caregivers and infants/young children matter and have lifelong implications for children. In order to help each child reach their potential, supportive and caring relationships are essential. This lecture will address the process of creating lasting attachments with adoptive children, some […]
Join Becky O'Connell, one of our temporary care providers, and learn the "baby basics". Becky will discuss "The Big Three" (You will learn what they are!) and include suggestions and demonstrations to help you understand, enjoy, soothe and stimulate your baby. This class is suitable for waiting families, those with infants under one year, and […]
Attorney Genie Miller Gillespie will discuss the steps that prospective adoptive parents should take to achieve a safe and legal adoption. Discussion will focus on the legal issues in adoption, which include proper preparation, termination of parental rights, limiting legal risk, applicable Illinois and federal law, the process of doing an Illinois adoption, and the […]
Recent research in neuroscience has confirmed what many clinicians have long known: Early relationships between caregivers and infants/young children matter and have lifelong implications for children. In order to help each child reach their potential, supportive and caring relationships are essential. This lecture will address the process of creating lasting attachments with adoptive children, some […]
If you are considering adoption, the first step is to attend a Program Introduction Meeting. These meetings are free to the public. This meeting will be a live zoom. Pre-registration is required. This can be completed by clicking "Program Introduction Meeting" above and scrolling to "Register Here" link. The following topics are covered at Program […]
If you are considering adoption, the first step is to attend a Program Introduction Meeting. These meetings are free to the public. This meeting will be a live zoom. Pre-registration is required. This can be completed by clicking "Program Introduction Meeting" above and scrolling to "Register Here" link. The following topics are covered at Program […]
In-Person Adoptee Group Kids, ages 8-11, are invited to Adoption Center of Illinois' adoptee group. This group meets in person at the ACI office. This support group offers a space for kids to meet other kids their age who are adopted and to share about their experiences, thoughts and feelings through discussion and activities, including […]
In-Person Adoptee Group Kids ages 12-15, are invited to Adoption Center of Illinois' adoptee group. This group meets in person at the ACI office. This support group offers a space for kids to meet other kids their age who are adopted and to share about their experiences, thoughts and feelings through discussion and activities, including […]
Virtual Adoptee Group Teens, ages 16-18, are invited to Adoption Center of Illinois' adoptee group. This group meets virtually on Zoom. This virtual support group offers a space for teens to meet other teens who are adopted and to share about their experiences, thoughts and feelings through discussion and activities. The group is facilitated by […]
If you are considering adoption, the first step is to attend a Program Introduction Meeting. These meetings are free to the public. This meeting will be a live zoom. Pre-registration is required. This can be completed by clicking "Program Introduction Meeting" above and scrolling to "Register Here" link. The following topics are covered at Program […]
In-Person Adoptee Group Kids, ages 8-11, are invited to Adoption Center of Illinois' adoptee group. This group meets in person at the ACI office. This support group offers a space for kids to meet other kids their age who are adopted and to share about their experiences, thoughts and feelings through discussion and activities, including […]
In-Person Adoptee Group Kids ages 12-15, are invited to Adoption Center of Illinois' adoptee group. This group meets in person at the ACI office. This support group offers a space for kids to meet other kids their age who are adopted and to share about their experiences, thoughts and feelings through discussion and activities, including […]
Virtual Adoptee Group Teens, ages 16-18, are invited to Adoption Center of Illinois' adoptee group. This group meets virtually on Zoom. This virtual support group offers a space for teens to meet other teens who are adopted and to share about their experiences, thoughts and feelings through discussion and activities. The group is facilitated by […]
If you are considering adoption, the first step is to attend a Program Introduction Meeting. These meetings are free to the public. This meeting will be a live zoom. Pre-registration is required. This can be completed by clicking "Program Introduction Meeting" above and scrolling to "Register Here" link. The following topics are covered at Program […]
In-Person Adoptee Group Kids, ages 8-11, are invited to Adoption Center of Illinois' adoptee group. This group meets in person at the ACI office. This support group offers a space for kids to meet other kids their age who are adopted and to share about their experiences, thoughts and feelings through discussion and activities, including […]
