Learn the Fundamentals of Adoption

Coming this fall, Sally Wildman, JD, a Chicago and Northbrook attorney with more than 15 years of experience in adoption practice, shares adoption fundamentals and key resources in a seminar series, The Adoption Process from A to Z. Wildman distinguishes various types of adoption of children now possible and guides you through processes, such as home study, foster parent licensing and immigration steps. Discussion includes the common needs of adopted children and highlights new trends in “open adoption practices.”

Offered in two locations in the Chicago suburbs, this program is suitable for anyone considering adopting a child, as well as social workers, therapists and child care professionals.

October 9: 7 to 9:15 p.m.
Adult Education Lyons Township
Lyons High School, 100 South Brainard Avenue, LaGrange, Illinois
To register, call 708-354-5473 or visit lths.net, under Home & Family.

October 23: 7 to 9:15 p.m.
Community Education District 211
Fremd High School, 1000 South Quentin Road, Palatine, Illinois
To register, call 847-755-6820 or visit d211.org, under Personal Enrichment & Development.

All workshops are open to the public. However, preregistration is required.