Amaris Communities
Support for Adoptive Families
Adopting can be a lonely, difficult journey that’s filled with frustration, joy, sadness and hope, all at the same time. For years, adoptive families have been asking for additional resources that they can access when they need guidance, support, or even just the perspective of someone who has been in their shoes before.
Amaris is proud to introduce Amaris communities, a support network for adoptive families that includes recommendations, directions, and support from peers and support workers, open Q&As with Amaris’ support workers, and more.
What’s Included In Amaris Communities
Amaris Communities is designed to provide extra community and support post-Adoption for families working to integrate adopted children into their homes. This is an optional program seeks to encourage adoptive families with the perspective and experience of others who have been in their shoes, alongside counsellors, support workers, and seasoned Amaris staff.
Subscribers to Amaris Communities receive:
Community Group Chats
Access to a monitored, community-driven group chats with other adoptive families and support staff.
Support Q&A Sessions
An invitation to monthly Zoom Q&As with Amaris staff and Social Workers.
Lunch & Learn Events
Monthly online Lunch & Learn presentations with registered professionals in Alberta.
Early Adopter Price: $199/yr
FAQs
Who are the support workers in Amaris Communities?
The moderators on AMARIS Communities are professional social workers with years of adoption-related experience. They are also adoptive parents themselves, so they understand first hand the joys, challenges, questions and concerns that come with opening up your home to vulnerable children.
Why does Amaris Communities cost money?
While we would love to offer AMARIS communities at no cost to families, as a nonprofit organization we must ensure that we can continue providing high-quality, timely, and relevant support for the complex situations and family dynamics we serve. At AMARIS Adoption and Family Support Services, we are committed to making our programs as affordable as possible so that every family has access to the support they need. The annual cost of this program is roughly equivalent to a single counseling session, and we believe that participation in this community will not only equip families with valuable tools and knowledge but also provide encouragement and connection during challenging times.
What happens if I want to cancel my membership?
Once the yearly fee has been paid, we are unfortunately unable to reimburse families if they have utilized more than one month of the communities support. Fees will be collected yearly, so you may cancel for the subsequent membership should you choose to do so.
Where are you guys located and how does that affect the support offered?
We are based in Alberta, Canada. Since each province has its own legislation regarding adoption and permanency, some of our responses may be tailored specifically to the Alberta context. However, the majority of our Lunch-and-Learns and Q&A sessions focus on sharing knowledge and strategies across a wide range of topics that are relevant to any family parenting children from challenging backgrounds.
Can I make a donation so another family can get the support?
We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our donors. You are welcome to designate your gift to any program or area that is most meaningful to you. To make a contribution, please visit our giving page. As a registered nonprofit, we are pleased to provide a tax receipt for your donation.