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For upcoming Lilliput training and meeting times for these
support groups, see the schedule on our Calendar. For
external training opportunities in your community, see the
Training Opportunities page.
Support Groups Offered at Lilliput Children's Services
 | "It Takes a Village" - An adoption support group
for transracially adoptive families of African-American, African, or Latino
children. Parents meet to discuss issues relevant to transracial adoptions.
There is also a structured children's group for ages 2-12 years that meets
and engages in art, film, and music activities to celebrate African,
African-American, and Latino culture. The group meets the 3rd Thursday of
every month from 6-8 p.m. and is open to the community. RSVP is
required. Contact Cheryle Roberts, LCSW, at (916) 923-5444 for more
information and to reserve a space. For meeting schedule, please see our
Calendar.
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| "Kinnections" - A support group
for grandparents and other relatives who are raising their relative's
children. Parents meet to share, learn and support one another.
The group meets the 1st Thursday of each month from 6 - 8 PM.
Childcare and supper are provided. Structured group activities are
provided for the older children. RSVP is required. Please contact
Karen Alvord, LCSW, at (916) 923-5444 for more information and to reserve a
space. For meeting schedule, please see our Calendar.
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| "Proud Parents" - An adoption support group for gay
and lesbian parents who have adopted or are considering adoption.
This group is open to the community and child care is provided.
RSVP is required. Please contact Donna Ibbotson, MSW, at (916)
923-5444 for more information and to reserve a space. For meeting schedule,
please see our Calendar.
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Support groups for Kin Caregivers:
| South Sacramento Grandparent Network & Support Group
Meeting time: Every Wednesday, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Susan B. Gaines Building (Sam Pannell Center --1st Wed of month)
2450 Florin Road 2450 Meadowview Rd
Contact: Pearl Bolton, (916) 392-6466
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| North Area Grandparents Group
Meeting time: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 10:30 AM - 12:30 p.m.
Transportation & childcare available to 95815 & 95838 zip code residents
Hagginwood Community Center
3271 Marysville Blvd.
Contact: Cora Keeton, (916) 927-4196 |
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