News & Information

The holiday season presents multiple challenges to any family, especially now, and when you layer on being an adoptive or guardianship family it can be even tougher. Make sure you schedule some time for…

November is National Adoption month and in this month's message you will find photos from families celebrating their adoption - the pandemic couldn't stop them from adopting the children they love! Also…

Please listen to the reading of the Proclamation of November being Adoption Month in Vermont - and hear what adoption means to adoption professionals around the state - just click here

Extra Support During the Pandemic? During these difficult times could you use some emotional support and a listening ear? Are you looking for connections to community resources during the pandemic? COVID…

As we move through October it can feel that our outside time is slipping away - but don't let the colder weather slow you down. Sometimes the briskness and the smell of wood smoke can be just what our…

With the pandemic still impacting our daily lives, it has become more important than ever to nurture our family's ability bounce back when things change, or in some cases go wrong. Resilience is the capacity…

It’s time to be planning for children returning to school, and this year the uncertainty surrounding education is taking a toll on many families. Parents are having to dig deep to cope, and to help their…

The July issue of the Consortium's message is dedicated to all of the parents who over the last few months have stepped into expanded roles. You will find: messages, quotes, and pictures appreciating…

This month the Consortium is highlighting: upcoming summer trainings the launch of the National Adoption Competency Mental Health Training Initiative in Vermont resources to support your journey to…

It seems that the weather has broken and summer is really on it's way!  Such a welcome reprieve as two months of restricted movement without great weather has created emotional challenges for many families…