Monthly Archives: March 2018

Welcome Home to Abel, Two Months Home

Posted on March 29, 2018 by

Welcome home to 2 and 1/2-year-old Abel! Continue reading →

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Loving Your Older Child, Even When the Feeling Is Missing

Posted on March 24, 2018 by

A WACAP parent’s tips on how to build emotional connections with our children, especially older kids, even when it’s hard to ‘feel the love.’ Continue reading →

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Federal Adoption Policy Changes, A Call to Courage

Posted on March 20, 2018 by

Amid federal policy changes impacting adoption, a WACAP adoptive mom and case manager reminds us what waiting children need … Continue reading →

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Family Finds Unexpected Gift in Open Adoption

Posted on March 15, 2018 by

WACAP family shares foster-to-adoption story and the unexpected joy they’ve found in their open adoption. Continue reading →

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Spring Forward: Looking Ahead to Growing Bonds, Incredible Journeys

Posted on March 11, 2018 by

It’s time to spring forward!  We’re looking forward to the season ahead, and to the families, connections, and friendships that will continue to grow. You can read about these two young friends from Haiti, and the paths that brought them … Continue reading →

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WACAP Celebrates Our Diversity of Families

Posted on March 6, 2018 by

WACAP is celebrating the diversity and commitment of our families … Continue reading →

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18 Adoption Movies to Add to Your “Must Watch” Movie List

Posted on March 2, 2018 by

Adoption and foster care related movies you can add to your watch and discussion list! Continue reading →

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