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SUMMARY:Parenting through Disconnection Group
DESCRIPTION:When attempts at parenting with empathy\, compassion\, and cultivating joy are met with withdrawal\, avoidance\, or defensiveness\, parents may experience a stress response called blocked care that creates disconnection in the parent-child relationship. This support group will be a space for adoptive parents to share with one another and receive support around the challenges of parenting through disconnection\, as well as to learn tools for supporting healthy connection. \nParents of adopted children of all ages are welcome to join this virtual group. \n\nThis one-hour virtual “closed” group will meet monthly on Thursdays on the following session dates:\nSeptember 18 at 1 p.m.\nOctober 16 at 1 p.m.\nNovember 20 at 1 p.m.\nDecember 18 at 1 p.m.\nMore dates to come… \nCost is $35 per parent\, per session. \nSign up here. Note that BPAR will complete a brief phone intake prior to the group.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parenting-through-disconnection-group/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting through Disconnection Group,Peer Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T180000
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SUMMARY:In-Person Social Skills Group for Pre-Teen and Teen Adoptees age 11-15
DESCRIPTION:This is a social skills group for pre-teen and teen adoptees who struggle to join in\, connect\, get along with peers\, and navigate their social worlds. Supported by expressive arts and movement-based therapy techniques and teamwork challenges\, group members will practice and reinforce their self-awareness\, communication connection\, and perspective-taking skills. Themes of belonging\, connection\, and identity development as an adoptee will serve as a framework for this group. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/in-person-social-skills-group-for-pre-teen-and-teen-adoptees-age-11-15/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Social Skills Group for Pre-Teen and Teen Adoptees age 11-15,Peer Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T130000
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DTSTAMP:20250820T171444Z
CREATED:20220524T135552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T171444Z
UID:10001852-1765458000-1765461600@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parents of Teen Adoptees Group
DESCRIPTION:BPAR’s therapeutic group for parents of adopted teens ages 13-18 offers a safe space to meet other adoptive parents and caregivers and share stories and experiences. This group meets virtually.\nPlease contact us with questions. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parents-of-teen-adoptees-group-42/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting Group for Parents of Adoptee Teens Ages 13-18,Peer Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T185000
DTSTAMP:20250905T194334Z
CREATED:20220516T203826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T194334Z
UID:10001871-1764698400-1764701400@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11
DESCRIPTION:BPAR’s monthly Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11 offers a safe space for children to meet other children who are adopted and share their stories and experiences through writing\, discussion\, and art activities. This group meets in-person at the Boston Post Adoption Resources office in Brookline. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf your child is interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/adoptee-group-for-kids-ages-7-11/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11,Peer Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T164832Z
CREATED:20231013T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164832Z
UID:10001859-1764007200-1764010800@bpar.org
SUMMARY:International Young Adult Adoptee Group
DESCRIPTION:This young adult adoptee group explores the unique and complex factors related to international adoption including integration and loss of dual identity\, birth country\, culture/language\, ethnicity/race\, naturalization\, etc. The group is designed to promote self-exploration and emotional processing of the international adoptee experience. \nGroup Cost: $35*. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or learning more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/international-young-adult-adoptee-group/2025-11-24/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:International Young Adult Adoptee Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/International-young-adult-group_350x350.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T140000
DTSTAMP:20250905T193405Z
CREATED:20230320T180738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T193405Z
UID:10001855-1763643600-1763647200@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parenting through Disconnection Group
DESCRIPTION:When attempts at parenting with empathy\, compassion\, and cultivating joy are met with withdrawal\, avoidance\, or defensiveness\, parents may experience a stress response called blocked care that creates disconnection in the parent-child relationship. This support group will be a space for adoptive parents to share with one another and receive support around the challenges of parenting through disconnection\, as well as to learn tools for supporting healthy connection. \nParents of adopted children of all ages are welcome to join this virtual group. \n\nThis one-hour virtual “closed” group will meet monthly on Thursdays on the following session dates:\nSeptember 18 at 1 p.m.\nOctober 16 at 1 p.m.\nNovember 20 at 1 p.m.\nDecember 18 at 1 p.m.\nMore dates to come… \nCost is $35 per parent\, per session. \nSign up here. Note that BPAR will complete a brief phone intake prior to the group.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parenting-through-disconnection-group/2025-11-20/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting through Disconnection Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Parenting-through-Disconnection_350x353.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T190000
DTSTAMP:20250905T193629Z
CREATED:20250818T191951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T193629Z
UID:10001864-1763488800-1763492400@bpar.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Social Skills Group for Pre-Teen and Teen Adoptees age 11-15
DESCRIPTION:This is a social skills group for pre-teen and teen adoptees who struggle to join in\, connect\, get along with peers\, and navigate their social worlds. Supported by expressive arts and movement-based therapy techniques and teamwork challenges\, group members will practice and reinforce their self-awareness\, communication connection\, and perspective-taking skills. Themes of belonging\, connection\, and identity development as an adoptee will serve as a framework for this group. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/in-person-social-skills-group-for-pre-teen-and-teen-adoptees-age-11-15/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Social Skills Group for Pre-Teen and Teen Adoptees age 11-15,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Social-Skills-Group_350x350.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000
DTSTAMP:20250820T171444Z
CREATED:20220524T135552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T171444Z
UID:10001851-1763038800-1763042400@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parents of Teen Adoptees Group
DESCRIPTION:BPAR’s therapeutic group for parents of adopted teens ages 13-18 offers a safe space to meet other adoptive parents and caregivers and share stories and experiences. This group meets virtually.\nPlease contact us with questions. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parents-of-teen-adoptees-group-42/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting Group for Parents of Adoptee Teens Ages 13-18,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/parents_of_teen_adoptees_group_350.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T185000
DTSTAMP:20250905T194334Z
CREATED:20220516T203826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T194334Z
UID:10001870-1762279200-1762282200@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11
DESCRIPTION:BPAR’s monthly Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11 offers a safe space for children to meet other children who are adopted and share their stories and experiences through writing\, discussion\, and art activities. This group meets in-person at the Boston Post Adoption Resources office in Brookline. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf your child is interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/adoptee-group-for-kids-ages-7-11/2025-11-04/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11,Peer Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T164832Z
CREATED:20231013T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164832Z
UID:10001858-1761588000-1761591600@bpar.org
SUMMARY:International Young Adult Adoptee Group
DESCRIPTION:This young adult adoptee group explores the unique and complex factors related to international adoption including integration and loss of dual identity\, birth country\, culture/language\, ethnicity/race\, naturalization\, etc. The group is designed to promote self-exploration and emotional processing of the international adoptee experience. \nGroup Cost: $35*. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or learning more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/international-young-adult-adoptee-group/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:International Young Adult Adoptee Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/International-young-adult-group_350x350.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T190000
DTSTAMP:20250905T193629Z
CREATED:20250818T191951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T193629Z
UID:10001872-1761069600-1761073200@bpar.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Social Skills Group for Pre-Teen and Teen Adoptees age 11-15
DESCRIPTION:This is a social skills group for pre-teen and teen adoptees who struggle to join in\, connect\, get along with peers\, and navigate their social worlds. Supported by expressive arts and movement-based therapy techniques and teamwork challenges\, group members will practice and reinforce their self-awareness\, communication connection\, and perspective-taking skills. Themes of belonging\, connection\, and identity development as an adoptee will serve as a framework for this group. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/in-person-social-skills-group-for-pre-teen-and-teen-adoptees-age-11-15/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Social Skills Group for Pre-Teen and Teen Adoptees age 11-15,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Social-Skills-Group_350x350.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T140000
DTSTAMP:20250905T193405Z
CREATED:20230320T180738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T193405Z
UID:10001854-1760619600-1760623200@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parenting through Disconnection Group
DESCRIPTION:When attempts at parenting with empathy\, compassion\, and cultivating joy are met with withdrawal\, avoidance\, or defensiveness\, parents may experience a stress response called blocked care that creates disconnection in the parent-child relationship. This support group will be a space for adoptive parents to share with one another and receive support around the challenges of parenting through disconnection\, as well as to learn tools for supporting healthy connection. \nParents of adopted children of all ages are welcome to join this virtual group. \n\nThis one-hour virtual “closed” group will meet monthly on Thursdays on the following session dates:\nSeptember 18 at 1 p.m.\nOctober 16 at 1 p.m.\nNovember 20 at 1 p.m.\nDecember 18 at 1 p.m.\nMore dates to come… \nCost is $35 per parent\, per session. \nSign up here. Note that BPAR will complete a brief phone intake prior to the group.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parenting-through-disconnection-group/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting through Disconnection Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Parenting-through-Disconnection_350x353.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T140000
DTSTAMP:20250820T171444Z
CREATED:20220524T135552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T171444Z
UID:10001850-1760014800-1760018400@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parents of Teen Adoptees Group
DESCRIPTION:BPAR’s therapeutic group for parents of adopted teens ages 13-18 offers a safe space to meet other adoptive parents and caregivers and share stories and experiences. This group meets virtually.\nPlease contact us with questions. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parents-of-teen-adoptees-group-42/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting Group for Parents of Adoptee Teens Ages 13-18,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/parents_of_teen_adoptees_group_350.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T185000
DTSTAMP:20250905T194334Z
CREATED:20220516T203826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T194334Z
UID:10001869-1759860000-1759863000@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11
DESCRIPTION:BPAR’s monthly Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11 offers a safe space for children to meet other children who are adopted and share their stories and experiences through writing\, discussion\, and art activities. This group meets in-person at the Boston Post Adoption Resources office in Brookline. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf your child is interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/adoptee-group-for-kids-ages-7-11/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/kids_adoptee_group_350.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T164832Z
CREATED:20231013T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164832Z
UID:10001857-1759168800-1759172400@bpar.org
SUMMARY:International Young Adult Adoptee Group
DESCRIPTION:This young adult adoptee group explores the unique and complex factors related to international adoption including integration and loss of dual identity\, birth country\, culture/language\, ethnicity/race\, naturalization\, etc. The group is designed to promote self-exploration and emotional processing of the international adoptee experience. \nGroup Cost: $35*. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or learning more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/international-young-adult-adoptee-group/2025-09-29/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:International Young Adult Adoptee Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/International-young-adult-group_350x350.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T140000
DTSTAMP:20250905T193405Z
CREATED:20230320T180738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T193405Z
UID:10001853-1758200400-1758204000@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parenting through Disconnection Group
DESCRIPTION:When attempts at parenting with empathy\, compassion\, and cultivating joy are met with withdrawal\, avoidance\, or defensiveness\, parents may experience a stress response called blocked care that creates disconnection in the parent-child relationship. This support group will be a space for adoptive parents to share with one another and receive support around the challenges of parenting through disconnection\, as well as to learn tools for supporting healthy connection. \nParents of adopted children of all ages are welcome to join this virtual group. \n\nThis one-hour virtual “closed” group will meet monthly on Thursdays on the following session dates:\nSeptember 18 at 1 p.m.\nOctober 16 at 1 p.m.\nNovember 20 at 1 p.m.\nDecember 18 at 1 p.m.\nMore dates to come… \nCost is $35 per parent\, per session. \nSign up here. Note that BPAR will complete a brief phone intake prior to the group.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parenting-through-disconnection-group/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting through Disconnection Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Parenting-through-Disconnection_350x353.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T140000
DTSTAMP:20250820T171444Z
CREATED:20220524T135552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T171444Z
UID:10001849-1757595600-1757599200@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parents of Teen Adoptees Group
DESCRIPTION:BPAR’s therapeutic group for parents of adopted teens ages 13-18 offers a safe space to meet other adoptive parents and caregivers and share stories and experiences. This group meets virtually.\nPlease contact us with questions. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parents-of-teen-adoptees-group-42/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting Group for Parents of Adoptee Teens Ages 13-18,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/parents_of_teen_adoptees_group_350.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T164832Z
CREATED:20231013T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164832Z
UID:10001834-1756144800-1756148400@bpar.org
SUMMARY:International Young Adult Adoptee Group
DESCRIPTION:This young adult adoptee group explores the unique and complex factors related to international adoption including integration and loss of dual identity\, birth country\, culture/language\, ethnicity/race\, naturalization\, etc. The group is designed to promote self-exploration and emotional processing of the international adoptee experience. \nGroup Cost: $35*. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or learning more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/international-young-adult-adoptee-group/2025-08-25/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:International Young Adult Adoptee Group,Peer Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T164832Z
CREATED:20231013T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164832Z
UID:10001833-1753725600-1753729200@bpar.org
SUMMARY:International Young Adult Adoptee Group
DESCRIPTION:This young adult adoptee group explores the unique and complex factors related to international adoption including integration and loss of dual identity\, birth country\, culture/language\, ethnicity/race\, naturalization\, etc. The group is designed to promote self-exploration and emotional processing of the international adoptee experience. \nGroup Cost: $35*. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or learning more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/international-young-adult-adoptee-group/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:International Young Adult Adoptee Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/International-young-adult-group_350x350.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250630T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T164832Z
CREATED:20231013T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164832Z
UID:10000696-1751306400-1751310000@bpar.org
SUMMARY:International Young Adult Adoptee Group
DESCRIPTION:This young adult adoptee group explores the unique and complex factors related to international adoption including integration and loss of dual identity\, birth country\, culture/language\, ethnicity/race\, naturalization\, etc. The group is designed to promote self-exploration and emotional processing of the international adoptee experience. \nGroup Cost: $35*. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or learning more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/international-young-adult-adoptee-group/2025-06-30/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:International Young Adult Adoptee Group,Peer Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000
DTSTAMP:20250319T221033Z
CREATED:20230118T153328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T221033Z
UID:10000684-1750788000-1750791600@bpar.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Young Teen Group (age 12-15)
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Young Teen Group: The Restorative Practice of Self-Care (Turn those lemons into lemon water!)\n \nAn expressive arts group for young teen adoptees age 12-15 \nThis experiential group will offer teen members an opportunity to explore various methods of self-care through expressive therapies\, mindfulness\, embodied practices\, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Group members will learn and practice various self-care practices with other teen adoptees and identify ways in which they may use these skills in their lives. \nGroup leaders: Madison Janke\, LMHC\, R-DMT and Sahita Pierre-Antoine \nGroup Cost: $35* per session
URL:https://bpar.org/event/in-person-young-teen-group-age-13-15/2025-06-24/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Teens Age 13-15,In-Person Adoptee Group for Young Teens age 12-15,Peer Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T190000
DTSTAMP:20250905T193405Z
CREATED:20230320T180738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T193405Z
UID:10000732-1750183200-1750186800@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parenting through Disconnection Group
DESCRIPTION:When attempts at parenting with empathy\, compassion\, and cultivating joy are met with withdrawal\, avoidance\, or defensiveness\, parents may experience a stress response called blocked care that creates disconnection in the parent-child relationship. This support group will be a space for adoptive parents to share with one another and receive support around the challenges of parenting through disconnection\, as well as to learn tools for supporting healthy connection. \nParents of adopted children of all ages are welcome to join this virtual group. \n\nThis one-hour virtual “closed” group will meet monthly on Thursdays on the following session dates:\nSeptember 18 at 1 p.m.\nOctober 16 at 1 p.m.\nNovember 20 at 1 p.m.\nDecember 18 at 1 p.m.\nMore dates to come… \nCost is $35 per parent\, per session. \nSign up here. Note that BPAR will complete a brief phone intake prior to the group.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parenting-through-disconnection-group/2025-06-17/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting through Disconnection Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Parenting-through-Disconnection_350x353.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T190000
DTSTAMP:20250319T221033Z
CREATED:20230118T153328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T221033Z
UID:10000683-1749578400-1749582000@bpar.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Young Teen Group (age 12-15)
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Young Teen Group: The Restorative Practice of Self-Care (Turn those lemons into lemon water!)\n \nAn expressive arts group for young teen adoptees age 12-15 \nThis experiential group will offer teen members an opportunity to explore various methods of self-care through expressive therapies\, mindfulness\, embodied practices\, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Group members will learn and practice various self-care practices with other teen adoptees and identify ways in which they may use these skills in their lives. \nGroup leaders: Madison Janke\, LMHC\, R-DMT and Sahita Pierre-Antoine \nGroup Cost: $35* per session
URL:https://bpar.org/event/in-person-young-teen-group-age-13-15/2025-06-10/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Teens Age 13-15,In-Person Adoptee Group for Young Teens age 12-15,Peer Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T190000
DTSTAMP:20250319T221033Z
CREATED:20230118T153328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T221033Z
UID:10000682-1748368800-1748372400@bpar.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Young Teen Group (age 12-15)
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Young Teen Group: The Restorative Practice of Self-Care (Turn those lemons into lemon water!)\n \nAn expressive arts group for young teen adoptees age 12-15 \nThis experiential group will offer teen members an opportunity to explore various methods of self-care through expressive therapies\, mindfulness\, embodied practices\, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Group members will learn and practice various self-care practices with other teen adoptees and identify ways in which they may use these skills in their lives. \nGroup leaders: Madison Janke\, LMHC\, R-DMT and Sahita Pierre-Antoine \nGroup Cost: $35* per session
URL:https://bpar.org/event/in-person-young-teen-group-age-13-15/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Teens Age 13-15,In-Person Adoptee Group for Young Teens age 12-15,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/inpersonteens_12_15_adoptee_group_350x350.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T190000
DTSTAMP:20250905T193405Z
CREATED:20230320T180738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T193405Z
UID:10000731-1747764000-1747767600@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Parenting through Disconnection Group
DESCRIPTION:When attempts at parenting with empathy\, compassion\, and cultivating joy are met with withdrawal\, avoidance\, or defensiveness\, parents may experience a stress response called blocked care that creates disconnection in the parent-child relationship. This support group will be a space for adoptive parents to share with one another and receive support around the challenges of parenting through disconnection\, as well as to learn tools for supporting healthy connection. \nParents of adopted children of all ages are welcome to join this virtual group. \n\nThis one-hour virtual “closed” group will meet monthly on Thursdays on the following session dates:\nSeptember 18 at 1 p.m.\nOctober 16 at 1 p.m.\nNovember 20 at 1 p.m.\nDecember 18 at 1 p.m.\nMore dates to come… \nCost is $35 per parent\, per session. \nSign up here. Note that BPAR will complete a brief phone intake prior to the group.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/parenting-through-disconnection-group/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:Parenting through Disconnection Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Parenting-through-Disconnection_350x353.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T164832Z
CREATED:20231013T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164832Z
UID:10000695-1747677600-1747681200@bpar.org
SUMMARY:International Young Adult Adoptee Group
DESCRIPTION:This young adult adoptee group explores the unique and complex factors related to international adoption including integration and loss of dual identity\, birth country\, culture/language\, ethnicity/race\, naturalization\, etc. The group is designed to promote self-exploration and emotional processing of the international adoptee experience. \nGroup Cost: $35*. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or learning more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/international-young-adult-adoptee-group/2025-05-19/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:International Young Adult Adoptee Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/International-young-adult-group_350x350.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T190000
DTSTAMP:20250319T221033Z
CREATED:20230118T153328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T221033Z
UID:10000681-1747159200-1747162800@bpar.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Young Teen Group (age 12-15)
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Young Teen Group: The Restorative Practice of Self-Care (Turn those lemons into lemon water!)\n \nAn expressive arts group for young teen adoptees age 12-15 \nThis experiential group will offer teen members an opportunity to explore various methods of self-care through expressive therapies\, mindfulness\, embodied practices\, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Group members will learn and practice various self-care practices with other teen adoptees and identify ways in which they may use these skills in their lives. \nGroup leaders: Madison Janke\, LMHC\, R-DMT and Sahita Pierre-Antoine \nGroup Cost: $35* per session
URL:https://bpar.org/event/in-person-young-teen-group-age-13-15/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Teens Age 13-15,In-Person Adoptee Group for Young Teens age 12-15,Peer Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T190000
DTSTAMP:20250905T194334Z
CREATED:20220516T203826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T194334Z
UID:10000745-1746036000-1746039600@bpar.org
SUMMARY:Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11
DESCRIPTION:BPAR’s monthly Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11 offers a safe space for children to meet other children who are adopted and share their stories and experiences through writing\, discussion\, and art activities. This group meets in-person at the Boston Post Adoption Resources office in Brookline. \nGroup Cost: $35* per person\, per session. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf your child is interested in joining this open group or you would like to learn more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email us at info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/adoptee-group-for-kids-ages-7-11/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Kids Ages 7-11,Peer Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T190000
DTSTAMP:20250319T221033Z
CREATED:20230118T153328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T221033Z
UID:10000680-1745949600-1745953200@bpar.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Young Teen Group (age 12-15)
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Young Teen Group: The Restorative Practice of Self-Care (Turn those lemons into lemon water!)\n \nAn expressive arts group for young teen adoptees age 12-15 \nThis experiential group will offer teen members an opportunity to explore various methods of self-care through expressive therapies\, mindfulness\, embodied practices\, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Group members will learn and practice various self-care practices with other teen adoptees and identify ways in which they may use these skills in their lives. \nGroup leaders: Madison Janke\, LMHC\, R-DMT and Sahita Pierre-Antoine \nGroup Cost: $35* per session
URL:https://bpar.org/event/in-person-young-teen-group-age-13-15/2025-04-29/
LOCATION:Boston Post Adoption Resources – BPAR\, 235 Cypress Street\, Brookline\, MA\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoptee Group for Teens Age 13-15,In-Person Adoptee Group for Young Teens age 12-15,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/inpersonteens_12_15_adoptee_group_350x350.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T190000
DTSTAMP:20250820T164832Z
CREATED:20231013T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164832Z
UID:10000694-1745863200-1745866800@bpar.org
SUMMARY:International Young Adult Adoptee Group
DESCRIPTION:This young adult adoptee group explores the unique and complex factors related to international adoption including integration and loss of dual identity\, birth country\, culture/language\, ethnicity/race\, naturalization\, etc. The group is designed to promote self-exploration and emotional processing of the international adoptee experience. \nGroup Cost: $35*. We accept cash\, check\, and credit card. Payment is due at time of group. \nIf you are interested in joining this open group or learning more about it\, please let us know through the Boston Post Adoption Resources Peer Groups Form or email info@bpar.org. Please note there is an initial phone screen process before each new group member attends. \n*Partial scholarships available.
URL:https://bpar.org/event/international-young-adult-adoptee-group/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:Zoom online with BPAR
CATEGORIES:International Young Adult Adoptee Group,Peer Support Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bpar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/International-young-adult-group_350x350.png
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END:VCALENDAR