Program Introduction Meetings

If you are considering adoption, the first step is to attend a Program Introduction meeting.

Introduction meetings are designed only for Prospective Adoptive Parents.  Please note that as these meetings are lengthy and seating is often limited, we request that children do not attend.

Introductory Programs are conducted by our Executive Director Richard Pearlman.

Each session includes:

We encourage everyone to ask ALL their questions, even the ones that might seem foolish, as the questions that YOU have are very likely the same ones that other families have.

Note to all individuals planning on attending FRC classes.

You must pre-register to attend any class. We are asking you to do this for a variety of reasons, including but not limited to any of the following:  inclement weather, low enrollment, or difficulties that the instructor may have.

Therefore, please provide detailed contact information including day-of-class contact information (cell phone, e-mail, work phone, etc.). Without pre-registration, FRC will not be able to notify you if a class is cancelled.

If a class is cancelled, we will promptly notify you via all contact information provided, and every effort will be made to reschedule the training. If you do not register and you show up at a class that is cancelled FRC will regret not having been able to inform you and cannot be held responsible.

Also, unless otherwise noted, classes presented at FRC are designed for an adult audience.  Please be advised that the office is not set up for children to accompany parents to classes, or to sit in our waiting room while classes are in progress.  In order to ensure that all participants are able to concentrate on the presentation, we ask that parents arrange for childcare in advance of the class.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation with this matter.

Upcoming Program Intro Meeting

Domestic Program Introduction Meeting

Family Resource Center’s domestic program introductions provide a broad overview of the field of adoption and help potential adoptive parents consider how adoption might work in their lives. These monthly programs are presented free to the public and provide useful and thoughtful information about domestic adoption today. Some of the topics reviewed in these meetings include an overview of the risks, rewards and uncertainties in the adoption process; requirements to qualify as adoptive parents in Illinois; the rights of birth parents in the adoption process; and how adoption is viewed within families. How FRC approaches the adoption process, and its services to families are reviewed including brief descriptions of FRC adoption programs, the application process and fee schedules. FRC program staff is available to briefly address family-specific questions at breaks and after the presentation. The meetings are conducted in a candid and open atmosphere, and questions are encouraged.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010  07:00 PM - 09:00 PM  Register Today

Domestic Program Introduction Meeting

Family Resource Center’s domestic program introductions provide a broad overview of the field of adoption and help potential adoptive parents consider how adoption might work in their lives. These monthly programs are presented free to the public and provide useful and thoughtful information about domestic adoption today. Some of the topics reviewed in these meetings include an overview of the risks, rewards and uncertainties in the adoption process; requirements to qualify as adoptive parents in Illinois; the rights of birth parents in the adoption process; and how adoption is viewed within families. How FRC approaches the adoption process, and its services to families are reviewed including brief descriptions of FRC adoption programs, the application process and fee schedules. FRC program staff is available to briefly address family-specific questions at breaks and after the presentation. The meetings are conducted in a candid and open atmosphere, and questions are encouraged.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010  07:00 PM - 09:00 PM  Register Today

Program Introductions take place at 5828 N. Clark Street in Chicago.
Register here or call 1-773-334-2300 to reserve a space.

It is necessary to register prior to the meetings.  As meeting dates can be changed or cancelled due to unexpected circumstances, your name and phone number will enable us to contact you immediately.