WELCOME TO
ADOPTIVE FAMILIES OF THE CAPITAL REGION, INC.
Adoptive Families of the Capital Region, Inc. (AFCR) has a history of supporting adoptive families in the capital region of NY for over 20 years. AFCR is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization open to all who have an interest in adoption. We offer monthly educational workshops as well as social activities for families.
- Talking to Children About Birth Family History
- Adoption: Where Do I Start?
- Spring Administration Meeting
Click on the "Events" link above for dates, times and other details.
ABOUT AFCR
Adoptive Families of the Capital Region has a history of supporting adoptive families that goes back to the early 1980's.
Our mission is:
- To provide adoption education and adoption support to adoptive families formed and those considering adoption.
- To empower our children through formation of positive identity and self-esteem.
- To respect and celebrate our children's ethnic or cultural background.
- To promote understanding and acceptance of differences.
- To promote a positive image of adoption in the community.
- To advocate formally and informally for the needs of our children and families.
We offer our members:
- Free educational programs and discounts to some cultural events
- Opportunities for networking
- Adoptive family playgroup
Our membership represents families formed through:
- international adoption from over 20 countries
We also have prospective parents and adoption professionals as members. AFCR serves a 10-county area with meetings primarily held in Albany county.
AFCR is not a child placement service. Our purpose is to provide information and support to individuals, families and organizations.
Adoptive Families of the Capital Region, Inc.
P.O. Box 656
Wynantskill, NY 12198
518-448-5295
AFCRgroup@aol.com
