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SUMMARY:General Adoption Information Meeting (January)
DESCRIPTION:Exploring adoption? This is the right place to start. Join us for a free\, virtual General Adoption Information Meeting. Agency staff will describe each of our programs:  \n\nDomestic Infant Program \nOlder Child Adoption from Foster Care Program (Project Wait No Longer) \nDomestic Dual Program \nInternational Program \nPost-Adoption Support and Services \n\nYou will also hear from a family\, who has completed the process speak about their experiences and answer questions. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Mon\, Jan 5\, 2026 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/general-adoption-information-meeting-january/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:General Adoption Information Meeting,Prospective Parent Domestic Adoption,Prospective Parent International Adoption,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T203000
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SUMMARY:Birth Parent Monthly Discussion Group (January 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This Group is open to anyone who has placed a child for adoption or is considering making an adoption plan. The purpose of the group is to provide a place where birth parents can talk about their experiences\, and share their feelings and thoughts with others who have made the same decision. The group is facilitated by a Barker staff social worker. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Thu\, Jan 8\, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nOrganizer: Elana Lindner\, (301) 664-9664\, elindner@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/birth-parent-monthly-discussion-group-january-2026/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Birth Parent,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T172537
CREATED:20251109T233323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T195114Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Pre Adoption Training (NTDC) January
DESCRIPTION:The National Training and Development Curriculum (NTDC) is a nationally recognized\, evidence-based program that prepares you for the lifelong journey of adoption. Required for all prospective Barker adoptive parents\, the course covers core adoption concepts\, trauma and loss\, and strategies for supporting children from diverse backgrounds. Led by professionals and adoptive parents. \nParticipants must be able to join all three sessions in their cohort. \nJanuary NTDC Sessions will run: \n\nJanuary 10\nJanuary 24\nJanuary 31\n\nTime: 9 AM–3 PM ET\nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Sat\, Jan 10\, 2026 9:00 AM ET \nOrganizer: Tenisha Lusane\, (301) 664-9664\, tlusane@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/2026-pre-adoption-training-ntdc-january/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Pre-Adoption Training (NTDC),Prospective Parent Domestic Adoption,Prospective Parent International Adoption,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T172537
CREATED:20251202T003409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T023452Z
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SUMMARY:Sundays at Barker: Meet-Up for Parents with Young Children (Infant to 6) (January 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Sundays at Barker is a special monthly gathering for adoptive parents and their children (infants to age 6). It’s a chance to enjoy playful activities\, build connections with other families\, and feel supported by the Barker community. This free program is open to all adoptive families—no prior connection with Barker is needed. Please feel free to share this event with friends or family who may benefit from attending. \nLocation: The Barker Adoption Foundation\, 7979 Old Georgetown Rd\, 1st floor\, Bethesda\, MD 20814 \nDate and time: Sun\, Jan 11\, 2026 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM \nOrganizer: Cynthia Cubbage\, ccubbage@barkerfoundation.org \n  \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/sundays-at-barker-meet-up-for-parents-with-young-children-infant-to-6-january-2026/
LOCATION:Barker Adoption Foundation\, 7979 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptive Parent,Events for Adoptive Youth,Sundays at Barker,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T172537
CREATED:20260104T223127Z
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SUMMARY:Parents of Adopted Young Adults Monthly Discussion Group (January 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of discussion and support! This discussion group is targeted to the needs of parents of young adults who are beyond high school age 18+\, and will focus on issues related to young adulthood. The group is facilitated by a Barker staff social worker. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Tue\, Jan 13\, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nOrganizer: Elana Lindner\, elindner@barkerfoundation.org \n  \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/parents-of-adopted-young-adults-monthly-discussion-group-january2026/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adoptive Parent,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T201500
DTSTAMP:20260421T172537
CREATED:20251116T200031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T200500Z
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SUMMARY:PWNL Families Parent Discussion Group (January 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Barker’s Project Wait No Longer (PWNL) Families Parent Discussion Group aims to provide a safe online space to connect with other adoptive parents who share similar experiences and to receive guidance from an adoption-competent counselor and adoptive parent. This group is being provided at no cost and is open to families who have adopted through Project Wait No Longer (PWNL). Connect\, share stories\, and learn together! \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Wed\, Jan 14\, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM \nOrganizer: Michelle Valdivia\, info@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/pwnl-families-parent-discussion-group-january-2026/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adoptive Parent,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T172537
CREATED:20251109T232948Z
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SUMMARY:January 2026: Older Child Adoption from Foster Care Information Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Attend Barker’s free information meeting and panel presentation lead by our older child adoption from foster care program team – Project Wait No Longer. \nHear directly from those with lived experience and be inspired by the stories of perseverance that will be shared by individuals touched by adoption! If you want to learn more about how you can become a family for a waiting child\, this session is for you.\nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Thu\, Jan 15\, 2026 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM \nOrganizer: Marilyn Rippetoe\, mrippetoe@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/january-2026-older-child-adoption-from-foster-care-information-meeting/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:General Adoption Information Meeting,Prospective Parent Project Wait No Longer-Older Child Adoption from Foster Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T172537
CREATED:20251110T222614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T153621Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Adoptee Discussion Group (January 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This discussion group is open to adoptees 18 years of age and older. The purpose of the group is to give adoptees an opportunity to discuss their feelings\, concerns\, and questions about being adopted. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Wed Jan 21\, 2026 – 7:30 PM-9:00 PM \nOrganizer: Victoria Alves\, (301) 664-9664\, valves@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/adult-adoptee-discussion-group-january-2026/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adult Adoptee,Support/Discussion Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T172537
CREATED:20251109T232359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T150751Z
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SUMMARY:January 2026 International Adoption Information Meeting
DESCRIPTION:During this informative session\, our experienced adoption professionals will cover various topics\, including: \nThe international adoption process. \n\nBarker’s country programs.\nThe eligibility criteria.\nThe necessary paperwork involved.\nBarker’s home study and post-placement services\n\nYou will also get the chance to hear from a family who has successfully adopted a child internationally. \nWhether you’re just beginning your adoption journey or have already started the process\, this meeting will provide you with valuable resources and support. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Wed\, Jan 21\, 2026 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nOrganizer: Kelli Olive\, (301) 664-9664\, kolive@barkerfoundation.org \nRegister Now!
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/january-2026-international-adoption-information-meeting/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:International Information Meeting,Prospective Parent International Adoption
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T130000
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Supporting the Needs of Children in Foster Care: Guidance for Secondary Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:January 30th from 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET on Zoom \nYou are invited to join us as we kick off our 2026 Barker professional training series with this FREE one-hour lunch and learn webinar.   Please use the link below to register and share with your networks. This webinar will earn you 1 CAT II CEU and will be a helpful resource to those working with foster and adoptive parents as they work to build their support systems. \nAbout this webinar:\nEvery parent benefits from a strong support network—especially families adopting older children or children with a history of trauma. While friends and family are often eager to help with respite or childcare\, they may feel uncertain about what to expect or how to respond to a child’s unique needs. This training provides a foundational understanding of trauma and its impact on children\, along with simple\, practical strategies for short-term care as a secondary caregiver. Participants will leave feeling more confident\, prepared\, and equipped to support their loved ones as they build their families through adoption. \nThis training will be led by a team of experienced Barker clinicians\, including Adoption-Competent Therapist Elana Lindner\, Adoption Placement and Clinical Manager Marilyn Rippetoe\, and Director of Adoption Programs Saara McEachnie. \nLocation: Virtual event \nDate and time: Fri\, Jan 30\, 2026 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nOrganizer: The Barker Adoption Foundation\, (301) 664-9664\, vdownes@barkerfoundation.org \nSign up for this FREE CEU webinar
URL:https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/understanding-and-supporting-the-needs-of-children-in-foster-care-guidance-for-secondary-caregivers/
LOCATION:Barker Adoption Foundation\, 7979 Old Georgetown Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
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