Adoption and Foster/Kinship Care Support Groups - Families Rising

Provides a statewide network of supports for adoptive, foster, and kinship care families that includes:

• Online Support: Hosts multiple private Facebook support groups that allow parents to share concerns and successes and offer support and advice to one another. To request access to these groups, fill out a survey. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetCuJIxw5kriew_Q_6tpBtfWjsGGkkOPPcwENTpvUdSXlXUA/viewform

• Parent-to-Parent Support: Experienced adoptive, foster, and kinship parents provide emotional support, information, resources, and referrals through phone, email, and chat. Reach out to a parent support specialist, click here https://nacac.org/connect/support-for-minnesota-adoptive-families/ to find the list on the website.

• Retreats: Hosts weekend retreats for parents provide training, support, networking opportunities, and time for self-care

?- Support Groups: Hosts regular support groups for adoptive, foster, and kinship families, each facilitated by experienced parents. The groups are currently virtual. Click here https://wearefamiliesrising.org/families-rising-mn/ for a calendar of support groups.

• Youth Support: Hosts activities and support groups for children and teens who are adopted or in foster or kinship care

11/05/2025