Playgroups and Support Groups

Open Hearts for Orphans strongly recommends that parents also visit Yahoo! Groups and search for an online group for your child's particular orphanage. You can find a wealth of information, some of which won't be obtained through your adoption agency.

• Chicago area playgroups
• Multicultural and ethnic playgroups from JOH
• Multicultural playgroups from FCC
• Support/ playgroup for China Families in the Fox Valley area
• The Chicago Multiracial Individuals, Couples & Families/ BFN
• Locate a parent support group
• Online support groups and playgroups
• Support groups for adoptive parents and adoptees - Search for in-person or online groups.
• Online support forums at Bethany Christian Services