Kid's Korner:Need More Information?
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The Kid's Korner support program was designed to help children age 4 to 10 develop positive emotional connections through group participation in expressive activities. The program provides ample opportunities for the children to share their dreams, concerns and experiences with their peers and a Social Worker. Kid's Korner is conducted on the last Sunday afternoon of each month. Kid's Korner is underwritten by grants from Bank of America and The Imlay Foundation.

Teen Connection:
The Teen Connection group is a discussion forum for teenagers to talk about sensitive issues while offering socialization time to "let off steam". This mobile program accommodates the changing expectations and interests of participating teenagers. One session per calendar year is devoted to teens-giving-back to the community by supporting a selected non-profit community initiative. The teens meet quarterly and are supervised by a Masters-level Social Worker.

Parent Support Groups:
Facilitated Parenting Support Groups unite families touched by the adoption experience in an informal setting where they can network and learn about parenting techniques. These support groups are targeted for couples, singles and non-traditional families.

Crisis Intervention:
The Giving Tree staff is available for Crisis Intervention 24-hours a day, 7-days a week for families of The Giving Tree who find themselves in need of immediate/emergency assistance in addressing the needs of a child with special needs. The program maintains a hotline with immediate access to a trained Agency Social Worker. If you are a Giving Tree family in need of emergency assistance please call 404-408-9539. This program is partially funded by a grant from the UPS Foundation.

Parents Day Out Respite Program:
The Giving Tree provides respite child care services for parents/guardians on one designated Saturday of each quarter. Parents can bring their children to the Agency where they will participate in age appropriate games, conversations and/or projects before and after meals and snacks. All activities are supervised by Social Workers and trained volunteers.

Parenting With Pride Education Series:
The Parenting With Pride Education Series is a monthly training program for current and prospective foster and adoptive parents. The program provides clinical and practical training on such issues as 'Parenting a Child with Special Needs' or 'Managing Behavior Problems'.