COVID-19 Resources
Look below for sources on how COVID-19 is affecting transnational adoption and how to keep yourself well and safe during this time.
AFFCNY Community Connection
The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York curates the New York State Adoption, Foster and Kinship Training and Event Calendar. On the calendar you will find training and events throughout New York state relevant to our foster, kinship and adoptive families and child welfare professionals.
https://affcny.org/programs/information-resources/event-calendar/
AFFCNY Healthcare Advocacy
Health Services Advocacy is a must learn skill for foster and adoptive parents caring for children frequently enmeshed in multiple systems of care. The following resources offer information and strategies parents can use to effectively advocate with health care professionals.
https://affcny.org/family-supports/health-disabilities-and-special-needs/health-care-advocacy/
Association of Child Life Professionals
ACLP shares the general public's concern about the COVID-19 pandemic. As the organization reacts to this public health crisis, we are guided by our vision: ACLP advances psychosocial care and the emotional safety of children, youth, and families impacted by healthcare and significant life experiences.