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Other Types of Services, Post-Permanency Programming
Families Rising
Explores the value of adoptive parent support groups, emphasizing their role in sustaining adoptions. This article outlines five types of groups: frustration or ventilation group, support group, service group, advocacy group, and political group. It highlights how these groups validate experiences, share resources and offer emotional encouragement.
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