Putting the needs of children first. #NJVotes4Kids Calling all advocates! There could not be a more important time for children in New Jersey. The November election will decide our next governor, who will set the agenda for the next four years. Candidates need to know NOW that we stand for … [Read more...]

When: Saturday, August 12, 2017 Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Where: Matheny Medical Center Robert Schonhorn Arts Center Building Have you wondered if you have a place in your family for a child with special needs? The DCP&P (Division of Child Protection & Permanency), Office of Adoption … [Read more...]

"An invisible red thread connects those who are destined to meet, regardless of time, place, or circumstance. The thread may stretch or tangle, but will never break." - Chinese Proverb Lifelong Ridgewood resident Joanne Sidote was adopted from China 20 years ago. After years of research and … [Read more...]

This workshop discusses addiction as a brain disease, describing what goes on in the brain. Risk factors and protective factors will also be addressed for addiction; what puts people at risk. The effects of substance use on developing brains will be highlighted also with focus on specific … [Read more...]

Join us for Family Day at Turtle Back Zoo! Group rates for 15 or more people are $10.00 per person To get the discounted rate we must have at least 15 registered people and you must pay in advance to CPFA RSVP by Sunday, May 14, 2017 Please click on this link to register and … [Read more...]

May 04, 2017 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm If your a parent, caregiver, friend, relative, teacher, coach or ANYONE associated with a child that has a challenge, you are invited to access to many child-serving agencies and local providers and organizations; enjoy keynote speaker and area leader in children's … [Read more...]

Gather with other who share your experience Dinner Reception Tuesday May 9, 2017 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Please feel free to bring a supportive friend or adult family member. Reserve your spot now as space is limited. RSVP by Monday, May 1st, 2017. This year, we will again honor our own personal … [Read more...]

The success and well-being of adopted children and their families is enhanced when professionals truly understand the complex challenges presented by adoption. In order to make this seminar an even greater success, we have reached out to nationally recognized adoption professionals who are … [Read more...]

Listen for FREE! We're back with another Educating Traumatized Children Summit full of audio interviews of the best and brightest in the Trauma-Sensitive Schools movement. You will NOT want to miss the 15 interview of expert educators in the field of trauma-informed care. Teachers, … [Read more...]

In this workshop you will learn: * How to create a safe atmosphere in which adoption can be openly discussed * What children think about adoption at different ages and stages of development * What issues are really hard for children to deal with and what issues are actually harder for the … [Read more...]