Events
Join us at an event and invest in homes and hope for those who need it most.

Pressley Ridge Trainings - Fall Session I
Sep 7 at 12:00 am
Oct 10 at 1:00 am

AFSN-Caledonia Adoptive Parent Group
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

For adoptive families who live in or near Caledonia.

Meets 1st Tuesday each month from 6-8pm.

Limited childcare is available, but you must RSVP.

For questions or to RSVP contact Shelley Garcia at sgarcia@afsn.org

AFSN - Parenting in the Trenches: A class for parents of children who have experienced trauma
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Do you still struggle through rough days with your child? Are you tired of the endless battles, the meltdowns, the lying, and sleepless nights?

Join Linda and Jessica as we learn about the role trauma plays in our child's development and how we as parents can survive and stay sane through the struggle.

Linda is a therapist specializing in trauma and Jessica is an adoptive parent consultant with AFSN.

When: Wednesdays, October 2 through November 20, 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Where: 17940 Farmington Rd. Ste 222, Livonia, MI

Who: All adoptive, foster or kinship parents

Cost: $100 individual, $150 per couple

RSVP: Jrienstra@dabsj.org, space is limited

Raising Black Boys event for Transracial Foster and Adoptive Parents
8:30 am - 12:00 pm

AFSN - Meijer Garden Meet-Up
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Meet up with other adoptive families and see the beautiful fall display at the Gardens.

Check in time is 2:00 pm sharp and we must check in as a group.

An AFSN staff member will meet you just inside the entrance in front of the gift shop on the day of the event to give you your tickets.

If unable to attend after registering, please cancel your tickets so they can be made available to another family!

*To be good stewards of our funding resources, we need a minimum number of three families registered by the deadline for the event to be held.

Registration is required via Eventbrite - https://afsnfallmeijergardenmeetups.eventbrite.com

AFSN - Cadillac Adoptive Parent Meet-Up
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Join other are adoptive parents for casual conversation and connection. Meet ups will take place the 2nd Sunday each month at Ruby Tuesday's.

For more information contact Deb at dfrisbie@afsn.org or 616-889-0863.

Foster and Adoptive Parent Orientation
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Come learn about becoming a foster parent with DABSJ at our Foster Parent and Older Child Adoption Orientation. You will have the opportunity to get your questions answered! 

No RSVP necessary. 

AFSN - Mid Michigan Foster and Adoptive Families (Bay)
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Come share your joys and your challenges and connect with other adoptive families in the tri-city area.

Please inquire about childcare availability.

For questions or to RSVP, contact Lorrie Foor at lilsprouts@live.com

AFSN - Raising Healthy Families Group
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Raising Healthy Families meets the 3rd Tuesday each month in Kent County.

Limited Childcare is available, but you must RSVP.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Carrie Burrows at cburrows@afsn.org or 616-889-1561

Trauma Informed Parenting (TIP I)
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Many children in foster or kinship care have history of exposure to trauma. Caring for Children Who Have Experienced Trauma: A Workshop for Resource Parentsis a training curriculum developed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) designed to help resource parents understand the link between trauma and their children’s often baffling behavior, feelings, and attitudes.

Must complete Basic TIP to attend TIP II.

Kent County Drop-Off Harvest Party
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Attention Kent County Adoptive Families:

AFSN is hosting a drop off harvest party!

Enjoy some kid free time while we entertain the kids with pumpkin painting, games and more at no cost to you!

This event is open to families with children kindergarten through sixth grade who reside in Kent County.

*Must be fully potty trained.

Registration is required and space is limited. Registration is required through Eventbrite - https://afsndropoffharvestparty.eventbrite.com

For questions contact Deidra at 616-458-7945 or dartecki@afsn.org

This event is funded through partnership with the Kent County Heart of West Michigan United Way.

Verbal De-escalation Training
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

AFSN - Mid Michigan Foster and Adoptive Families (Arenac)
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Come share your joys and your challenges and connect with other adoptive families in the tri-city area.

Please inquire about childcare availability.

For questions or to RSVP, contact Lorrie Foor at lilsprouts@live.com

AFSN-Cedar Springs Area Adoptive Parent Group
9:30 am - 11:30 am

Join other adoptive parents in the Cedar Springs area for some coffee and casual conversation. Group meets the 4th Tuesday each month.

Meeting locations vary.

If you are interested in attending please contact Deidra at dartecki@afsn.org or 616-458-7945.

Mentoring Orientation
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

WOULD YOU LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AS A MENTOR?

Pressley Ridge Trainings - Fall Session II
Oct 26 at 12:00 am
Dec 5 at 1:00 am