When I wrote my letter to my moms, it seemed much easier for me to share my thoughts about them. I am having a bit more difficulty sharing my thoughts […]
Category: Special Days
Happy Mother’s Day to my Moms
As an adoptee – Mother’s Day was always tricky for me – Could I wish my Birth Mom a happy day? Just as I wished my Mom a happy day? […]
A Message from the ACO on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
At the AGM of the Adoption Council of Ontario on Sept 29, 2021, we shared an apology with our Indigenous partners and all Indigenous people. Today we reflect, honour and […]
Supporting the Health and Wellness of Children and Youth
The ACO supports the health and well-being of children and youth who are adopted and provides them and their families with the ongoing support and connections they need. Resources for […]
A Message for Mental Health Week 2022
Permanency in adoption is the act of finding a family for a child/youth who cannot remain in their birth family. As placement is found and a family formed, it is […]
Access to Mental Health Services for our Son – A Mental Health Week Blog
Written by: a Family Formed Through Adoption. Original publish date: May 1st, 2017 Inevitably, an entirely preventable tragedy will strike our anger-driven, drug-addicted 16-year-old son, at which point the horrified […]
