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Considering Adoption? Join our online info session to learn about Barker’s adoption programs and hear from a family who’s been through the process. All are welcome—login details sent 24 hours in advance.
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During this workshop, pre-adoptive parents considering transracial adoption or parents already parenting transracially will be provided with the necessary tools to begin thinking about the obligations they have, as parents, to their transracially adopted children. Location: Virtual event Date and time: Sat, Sep 5, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Organizer: Virginia Downes, (301) 664-9664, vdownes@barkerfoundation.org Register Now! |
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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.
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This group is open to any parent that has adopted a child ages 5 and up, or who has been matched/placed through Project Wait No Longer (PWNL).
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This workshop will provide attendees with a high-level overview of several therapeutic approaches commonly used with adopted children and youth. The training will explore how different models address attachment, trauma, emotional regulation, and relational healing, with attention to the unique needs of adopted children and their families. The workshop will highlight both potential benefits and […]
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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.
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Curious about adoption? Start with information. Barker is taking our Open House on the road and coming to Northern Virginia! Join us in Chantilly for a welcoming, informative afternoon where you can meet the Barker team, explore adoption pathways, ask questions, and learn more about the support available to you. Whether you're just beginning to […] |
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Barker's week-long Phone-A-Thon brings together volunteers, staff, and supporters to reconnect with our community, express gratitude, and support Barker's 2026 Annual Fund. Together, we're helping ensure Barker's programs and services remain available and accessible for children, families, and individuals who need them today—and for generations to come. |
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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.
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During this informative session, our experienced adoption professionals will cover various topics, including: - The international adoption process. - Barker's country programs. - The eligibility criteria. - The necessary paperwork involved. - Barker's home study and post-placement services You will also get the chance to hear from a family who has successfully adopted a child […] |
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Attend Barker's free information meeting and panel presentation lead by our older child adoption from foster care program team - Project Wait No Longer. Hear 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 […] |
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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. Participants must be […] |
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This group is open to Barker approved prospective adoptive parents. Topics related to older child adoption are discussed. |
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Join us for laughter and connection at a new location this year - Meadowbrook Park - for Barker’s beloved Annual Picnic. It's always a family favorite and filled with fun!
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