Parent Education
Our parent education meetings are an opportunity to share the adoption experience with other families who are waiting to travel to adopt their child while educating yourself on the ins and outs of international adoption. We make every effort to make this time a productive time for you, as parents and waiting families.
Our meetings are designed to provide you with information, offer assistance with paperwork or travel concerns, and offer the opportunity for you to find a support network among your adopting peers. We hope that you will find this time fulfilling and useful, as you prepare for your adoption journey and parenthood.
Please let us know if you have any questions or suggestions regarding the following schedule. We hope to see you soon!
Click on the white board below for that parent education class schedule.
   
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All classes are held at:
Children’s Hope International Office
229 Ward Circle, Paddock 1, Suite C-22
Brentwood, Tennessee 37027
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Space is limited.
Contact Lisa to reserve you spot today!
Phone: (615) 309-8109
Email: Lisa.Lee@ChildrensHope.net
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Dossier Classes
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January 12, 2008
8:30am
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March 8, 2008
8:30am
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May 10, 2008
8:30am
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July 12, 2008
8:30am
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September 13, 2008
8:30am
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November 8, 2008
8:30am
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Dossier Class includes an overview of the dossier process and the county specific requirements for the dossier.
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Travel Classes
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January 12, 2008
10:00am
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March 8, 2008
10:00am
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May 10, 2008
10:00am
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July 12, 2008
10:00am
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September 13, 2008
10:00am
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November 8, 2008
10:00am
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Travel Class includes travel logistics, what to pack for both parents and baby, and what to expect while in country.
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Pre-Adopt Classes
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Pre-Adopt I
February 16, 2008
8:30am - 12:00pm (noon)
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Pre-Adopt II
April 12, 2008
8:30am - 12:00pm (noon)
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Pre-Adopt III
June 14, 2008
8:30am - 12:00pm (noon)
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Pre-Adopt I
August 2, 2008
8:30am - 12:00pm (noon)
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Pre-Adopt II
October 11, 2008
8:30am - 12:00pm (noon)
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Pre-Adopt III
December 13, 2008
8:30am - 12:00pm (noon)
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Pre- Adopt I will address basic baby care for you child, the medical aspects of international adoption, what to expect when you receive your referral, and bonding and attachment.
Pre-Adopt II will address the legal aspects of international adoption and the travel process through the adoptive parent perspective, medical information for adoptive parents as they prepare to travel and sign language for your baby.
Pre-Adopt III will address general adoption issues such as talking to your child about adoption, how to incorporate a lifebook into your child’s life, life as a multi-cultural family, the adoption tax credit, and birthparents/adult adoptees.
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Homestudy Groups
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January 21, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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February 18, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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March 17, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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April 21, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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May 19, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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June 16, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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July 21, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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August 18, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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September 22, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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October 20, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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November 17, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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December 15, 2008
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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