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Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship
Support Groups by County

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    When adoptive parents are asked what support would be the most helpful, they almost always respond with talking to another parent like themselves who “gets it”.  Our support groups are set up to meet that need. Our groups are based on the North American Council on Adoptable Children’s guide for nurturing adoptive parent groups and the Circle of Parents® model for groups.  Our groups are facilitated by one of our Adoptive Parent Consultants and parent led.

    Fostering Together (Virtual)

    • Offered by MOSAIC, a community based ministry network of churches focused on supporting foster and adoptive families in Ottawa and Allegan counties.
    • When: Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday each month from 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (virtual only)
    • Contact: Wendy at text 616-403-1687 for more information.

    FASD Family Support Group

    • Meeting virtually via zoom 
    • This confidential group is for parents, grandparents, guardians, adoptive or foster parents—any caregivers of a child who may be affected by exposure to alcohol before birth, and adults with an FASD.
    • Partners in Prevention office within the First Congregational Church, corner of US23 and Long Rapids Rd.
    • Contact: Mary Schalk at (989)359-2880 or zoom link

    Mid-Michigan Foster and Adoptive Families (Arenac County)

    • Currently meeting virtually via zoom on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month from 8:00 PM-9:30 PM.
    • Location: Li'l Sprouts Daycare, 5614 S. Huron Rd. Pinconning, Mi. 48650
    • Come share your joys and challenges and connect with other adoptive families in the Arenac County area. 
    • Contact: RSVP to Lorrie Foor at zoom link.

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Mid-Michigan Foster and Adoptive Parents Group (Bay County)

    • Currently meeting virtually via zoom on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month from 8:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. 
    • Location: River's Edge Learning Tree Child Development Center 311 Germania Bay City
    • Contact: RSVP to Lorrie Foor at zoom link.

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Heart Moms

    • When: Meets 3rd Thursday each month 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Where: Trinity Lutheran Church - 1003 S. Maple Street and Griffin Street, Traverse City
    • Contact: Sandy Little (231)313-3188

    Benzie Kinship Peer Support

    Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren, another relative, or close friend raising another person’s children? Then you are a KINSHIP caregiver. You are invited to meet with Jeanne Strathman, who is a kinship caregiver to 2 grandchildren and Deb Frisbie, who is a kinship caregiver and works for Adoptive Family Support Network. Deb is also a steering team member of the Michigan Kinship Care Coalition.
    Many families like yours lack the services and support that is needed to thrive. We would like to hear from you and see how we can help support you.

    • When: Meets 3rd Thursday each month 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
    • Where: Benzonia Library -  891 Michigan Avenue Benzonia, MI
    • Contact: Deb Frisbie (616)889-0863 or Jeanne Strathman (231)633-9040

    Manistee Kinship Peer Support

    Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren, another relative, or close friend raising another person’s children? Then you are a KINSHIP caregiver. You are invited to meet with Deb Frisbie, who is a kinship caregiver and works for Adoptive Family Support Network. Deb is also a steering team member of the Michigan Kinship Care Coalition.
    Many families like yours lack the services and support that is needed to thrive. We would like to hear from you and see how we can help support you.

    • When: Meets the 4th Thursday each month 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
    • Where: West Shore Community College (River Room 1) 400 River St. Manistee, MI
    • Contact: Deb Frisbie dfrisbie@dabsj.org (616)889-0863

    Kinship Care

    Mostly grandparents raising grandchildren

    Branch County Commission on Aging

    • 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30-7:00 p.m (RSVP Required)
    • Location: First Baptist Church, 102 Bishop Avenue, Coldwater, MI 49036
    • Contact: Amy Duff 517-279-6565 or

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Virtual Adoptive/Foster/Guardianship Online Support Group

    • This group meets weekly each Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and is open to all families in the Upper Peninsula.
    • Email a link.

    Cadillac Adoptive Parent Meet-Up

    • Meets 2nd Sunday each month at 6:30 p.m.
    • Location: Ruby Tuesday - 8711 34 Rd. Cadillac, MI49601
    • Contact: Deb at 616-889-0863.

    Clare/Isabella - Foster/Adopt/Kinship Support Group (Virtual)

    Work of Heart (Virtual Only)

    • We want your ideas about how this program can best serve YOU and your family. Plan to attend and share your ideas. (monthly support group)
    • RSVP: Brenda Martinez at call 989-224-8525

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Foster Parent Meetings - Crawford County (Virtual)

    Foster Parent Meetings - Otsego County (Virtual)

    • Dates and times will vary
    • Contact: Donna Mooney at 989-798-4762,  mooneyd1@Michigan.gov or Lori Hunt at 989-370-6831, huntl2@michigan.gov

    Virtual Adoptive/Foster/Guardianship Online Support Group

    • This group meets weekly each Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and is open to all families in the Upper Peninsula.
    • Email a link.

    AFSN Trained Parent Leader

    Contact: Marcia VanWolvelaere at

      

    Virtual Adoptive/Foster/Guardianship Online Support Group

    • This group meets weekly each Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and is open to all families in the Upper Peninsula.
    • Email a link.

    Gift of Heart Eaton County Support Group

    CACS Head Start Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship Support Group(Virtual Only)

    • You will gain knowledge, support and resources, and consider this group a valuable tool and addition to your family. (monthly support group)
    • Contact: Amy Kapp

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Adoptive/Guardianship Family Support Group (Virtual)

    Adoptive Dads Group (Virtual)

    Adoptive Moms Group (Virtual)

    • Meets via Zoom the 3rd Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    Traditional Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets the 1st Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    Foster/adoptive Parents Supporting Foster/adoptive Parents Brought to you by Foster Closet Genesee County 

    • We want to offer a non-judgmental, supportive network of families who all have foster care and/or adoption in common. We are be able to create a group of friends, bring in special speakers, have group outings, and offer other support services. Childcare is available with RSVP.
    • 2nd Tuesday of each month 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    • Location: New Covenant Church - 13176 N Linden Rd Clio 
    • Contact Danielle Dickson at 810-252-1368 or ;or Patricia Squires at 810-348-3699

    Foster Love: Genesee

    • We are a village of support that connects Genesee County foster and adoptive families with one another, connects families to resources, and connects the community to the mission of foster care and adoption. 
    • Group meets 1st Monday each month.
    • Location: 4190 Van Slyke Road, Flint
    • Contact: Hanna Crimm 989-627-9654 or email

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Virtual Adoptive/Foster/Guardianship Online Support Group

    • This group meets weekly each Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and is open to all families in the Upper Peninsula.
    • Email a link.

    Heart Moms

    • When: Meets 3rd Thursday each month 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Where: Trinity Lutheran Church - 1003 S. Maple Street and Griffin Street, Traverse City
    • Contact: Sandy Little 231-313-3188

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Virtual Adoptive/Foster/Guardianship Online Support Group

    • This group meets weekly each Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and is open to all families in the Upper Peninsula.
    • Email a link.

    Adoptive Dads Group (Virtual)

    Adoptive Moms Group (Virtual)

    • Meets via Zoom the 3rd Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    Traditional Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets the 1st Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    CACS Head Start Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship Support Group (Virtual only)

    • You will gain knowledge, support and resources, and consider this group a valuable tool and addition to your family. (monthly support group)
    • Contact  Amy Kapp  ;

    Transracial Adoption Group

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Ionia/Montcalm County Foster Care and Adoptive Family Support Group

    • Group Meets 3rd Wednesday each Month *No meeting in July, August & December
    • Location: The Right Door - 375 Appletree Dr. Ionia, MI 48846
    • Contact: Jamie Schafer 517-712-0502 or Tim Schafer 517-712-0498

     Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Clare/Isabella - Foster/Adopt/Kinship Support Group (Virtual)

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Kalamazoo Area Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support Group (KAFASD)

    Kalamazoo Area Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (KAFASD) parent/caregiver network is a local (West Michigan) closed Facebook support network, with occasional social events, trainings, meetings. Join KAFASD at http://www.facebook.com/groups/KAFASD/ or contact Robin at 269-731-4577 or Kathy at 269-303-1402.

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

     

    AFSN – Adoptive Family Support Network

    Offering parent to parent support, in-person & online support groups, trainings, seminars, and more.

    • Location: 805 Leonard St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    • Contact: Shelley Garcia at or 855-642-4727

    AFSN - Adoptive, Foster, & Guardianship Parent Connect

    • Group meets the 3rd Tuesday each month at 7:00 p.m.
    • Contact Carrie Burrows at  or 616-889-1561

    AFSN - Transracial Adoptive Parent Group

    • Meets periodically and for special events.
    • Contact Carrie Burrows at cburrows@dabsj.org or 616-889-1561

    AFSN - Cedar Springs Adoptive Parent Group 

    • Group meets at various times/locations
    • Contact Deidra Artecki at  or 855-642-4727

    AFSN - Caledonia Adoptive Parent Support Group 

    Offers parent-to-parent support, trainings, and more.

    • Dates and times will vary
    • Contact: Shelley Garcia sgarcia@dabsj.org (616) 308-9033

    Foster Parent Support Group

    Meets quarterly for Wellspring Lutheran Services of MI foster families.

    (FASD Specific group) Self-Advocates with FASD in Action (SAFA)

    • Generally meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
    • The meeting is for adults 18 and up who have an official FASD diagnosis.
    • Contact: Rob Wybrecht 616-901-5980(cell)

    Grand Rapids - Teen Adoptee Group

    Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

    • Every 3rd Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. food and childcare provided.
    • Location: Ashby Health Center - 1101 E. Washington, Baldwin, MI 49304
    • Contact: Carol at (231)745-5305 or The Family Health Center at (231)745-2743

    Second time around, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group

    • Meets 3rd Tuesday every month from 5:30 p.m. -7:00 p.m. RSVP required.
    • Dinner provided.
    • Location: 1615 Michigan Avenue, Baldwin, MI 49304
    • Contact: Kris Wood (231)689-7675 Ext. 44424

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Adoptive Dads Group (Virtual)

    Adoptive Moms Group (Virtual)

    • Meets via Zoom the 3rd Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    Traditional Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets the 1st Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

    • No Formal meetings taking place at this time. Please call for special Event Information.
    • Contact: Britni at Lenewee Department On Aging at (517)264-5280

    Reflect & Refresh Virtual Support Group

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents for some refreshing conversation.
    • Can join via phone or computer. Please RSVP to receive Zoom information.

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

     

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (GRG) Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group will meet February 7, 2022 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., March 2, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., April 4, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., May 4, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
    • RSVP to Lisa Grodsky call; 248-209-2721 email;

    (FASD Specific group) Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Macomb County Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

    • Network with grandparents who are raising grandchildren, learn valuable coping strategies and child rearing ideas, attend fun field trips, get connected to the community, and so much more!
    •  Please call Lisa Grodsky at 248-209-2721 or email

    Macomb & Oakland County Kinship and Caregivers and supporters

    Adoptive Family Connections Support Group (Virtual)

    • Meets 1st Thursday of the month 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Join us for support and encouragement on your parenting journey. Come share with parents, who get it!
    • Join Zoom link  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87033311430
    • Meeting ID: 870 3331 1430

    Dad's Support Group (Virtual)

    • Meets the 2nd Wednesday each month from 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    • Join us for a time of brotherhood , support and encouragement.
    • Join Zoom link  http://us02web.zoom.us/j81380357020
    • Meeting ID: 81380357020

    Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (GRG) Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group will meet February 7, 2022 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., March 2, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., April 4, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., May 4, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
    • RSVP to Lisa Grodsky call; 248-209-2721 email;

     

    Virtual Adoptive/Foster/Guardianship Online Support Group

    • This group meets weekly each Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and is open to all families in the Upper Peninsula.
    • Email a link.

    Benzie Kinship Peer Support

    Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren, another relative, or close friend raising another person’s children? Then you are a KINSHIP caregiver. You are invited to meet with Jeanne Strathman, who is a kinship caregiver to 2 grandchildren and Deb Frisbie, who is a kinship caregiver and works for Adoptive Family Support Network. Deb is also a steering team member of the Michigan Kinship Care Coalition.
    Many families like yours lack the services and support that is needed to thrive. We would like to hear from you and see how we can help support you.

    Kinship Care

    • Meets the 4th Wednesday each month 5:30 p.m. 
    • Dinner and childcare provided
    • Location: Scottville Area Senior Center - 140 S. Main St. Scottville, MI
    • Contact: Bill Kerans at 231-757-4705

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Cadillac Adoptive Parent Meet-Up

    • Meets 2nd Sunday each month at 6:30 p.m.
    • Location: Ruby Tuesday - 8711 34 Rd. Cadillac, MI49601
    • Contact: Deb at 616-889-0863.

    Heart Moms

    • When: Meets 3rd Thursday each month 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Where: Trinity Lutheran Church - 1003 S. Maple Street and Griffin Street, Traverse City
    • Contact: Sandy Little 231-313-3188

    AFSN Parent 2 Parent Leader - Montcalm County

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Ionia/Montcalm County Foster Care and Adoptive Family Support Group

    • Group Meets 3rd Wednesday each Month *No meeting in July, August & December
    • Location: The Right Door - 375 Appletree Dr. Ionia, MI 48846
    • Contact: Jamie Schafer 517-712-0502 or Tim Schafer 517-712-0498

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

     

    Kids Belong Parents Connect 

    • Contact: Janice Hilleary at (231) 286-7892,
    • Group is not meeting regularly at this time but are still active with random meet ups.

    Second Time Around, Grandparents Raising Grand Children Support Group

    • Last Tuesday each month from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. RSVP required.
    • Dinner will be provided.
    • Location: The Family Health Care Building, 1035 Wilcox, White Cloud, MI
    • Contact: Kris Wood 231-689-7675 ext. 44424

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Teen Support Group

    • Runs simultaneously with the Parent support Group for ages 12 and up.
    • Meets 1st Tuesday of the month.
    • Location: 24901 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield, Mi. 48075
    • RSVP to Jennifer Harmon at (248)530-5381 or

    Macomb & Oakland County Kinship Caregivers and supporters

    Adoptive Family Connections Support Group (Virtual)

    • Meets 1st Thursday of the month 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Join us for support and encouragement on your parenting journey. Come share with parents, who get it!
    • Join Zoom link  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87033311430
    • Meeting ID: 870 3331 1430

    Dad's Support Group (Virtual)

    • Meets the 2nd Wednesday each month from 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    • Join us for a time of brotherhood , support and encouragement.
    • Join Zoom link  http://us02web.zoom.us/j81380357020
    • Meeting ID: 81380357020

    Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (GRG) Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group will meet February 7, 2022 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., March 2, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., April 4, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., May 4, 2022 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
    • RSVP to Lisa Grodsky call; 248-209-2721 email;

    Fostering Together (Virtual)

    • Offered by MOSAIC, a community based ministry network of churches focused on supporting foster and adoptive families in Ottawa and Allegan counties.
    • When: Group meets on the 3rd Tuesday each month from 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (virtual only)
    • Contact: Wendy at text 616-403-1687 for more information.

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Adoptive Dads Group (Virtual)

    Adoptive Moms Group (Virtual)

    • Meets via Zoom the 3rd Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    Traditional Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets the 1st Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    (FASD Specific group) Mid-Michigan Project SAFE (Supportive Activities for Everyone)

    Coffee and Conversation (Virtual)

    • Join PARC and other adoptive parents in a safe, comfortable atmosphere to talk about issues of concern, share successes, vent frustrations, and learn about important topics.
    • Contact: Kim at zoom link.

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

     

    Adoptive Dads Group (Virtual)

    Adoptive Moms Group (Virtual)

    • Meets via Zoom the 3rd Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    Traditional Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets the 1st Thursday each month from 7:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jonathan Albert at jonathan_albert@judsoncenter.org or (810)732-8510

    Foster Parent Collateral Training

    Foster Parent/Adoptive Parent support group, hosted by Fostering Futures.

    • 1st Wednesday of every month from 6:15- 8:15 pm. Pizza Dinner provided for adults and children.
    • Childcare for any children brought by the families (bio or foster or adoptive). We cover the issues presented by the families who come that night and offer two training hours for their attendance.
    • Location:  3300 Washtenaw Avenue, Suite 260, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
    • Contact:  Jennifer DeVivo at 734-481-8999 or

    Raising Kids Affected by Trauma

    Fabulous Foster & Adoptive Parent Support Group

    • Meets the 1st Monday of each month, 6-8 PM.
    • Childcare is provided. Please bring a dish to pass.
    • Older youth meet separately for activities and discussion.
    • Location: Knox Presbyterian Church - 2065 S, Wagner Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48103
    • Contact: (517)937-7580

    Fabulous Foster and Adoptive Support Group (Virtual)

    2nd Monday Support Group for FAK Families (Virtual)

    • Group meets 2nd Monday each month from 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

    Single Adoptive and Foster Parent Support Group (Virtual)

    • Group meets 3rd Wednesday each month from 830 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. via Zoom
    • Contact: Jane Argiero at jane_argiero@judsoncenter.org for Zoom link

     

    Northridge Church Foster / Adoption Support Group

    Adoptive Family Connections Support Group (Virtual)

    • Meets 1st Thursday of the month 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Join us for support and encouragement on your parenting journey. Come share with parents, who get it!
    • Join Zoom link  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87033311430
    • Meeting ID: 870 3331 1430

    Dad's Support Group (Virtual)

    • Meets the 2nd Wednesday each month from 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    • Join us for a time of brotherhood , support and encouragement.
    • Join Zoom link  http://us02web.zoom.us/j81380357020
    • Meeting ID: 81380357020

    Grandparents Parenting Again and Kinship Care

    • Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month at 12:00 p.m.
    • Fellowship Chapel Church - 7707 West Outer Drive Detroit, MI 48265
    • Link to website - https://www.grandparentspak.org/

    Connecting 4 Families - Stronger Together Support Group

    Foster/Adoptive/Kinship Support

    • Meets the 3rd Sunday of each month. You can expect support, information, collaboration, networking, advocacy, and hope; a light snack will be provided.
    • Location: 221 Granite St., Cadillac, MI 49601
    • RSVP to April Nowland at 231-884-2363 or

    Heart Moms

    • When: Meets 3rd Thursday each month 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
    • Where: Trinity Lutheran Church - 1003 S. Maple Street and Griffin Street, Traverse City
    • Contact: Sandy Little 231-313-3188