Coming Soon 

Adoption Preparation Training 

What: ASAP’s Adoption Preparation Training 
Curriculum (Parent Sessions 1 – 4) 
Session 1 Expectations & motivations; fears & concerns; & 
understanding self in the adoption process 
Session 2 Understanding triggers for parents and children; 
attachment & attunement for the adopted child 
Session 3 Understanding trauma & survival behaviors; 
attachment parenting; avoiding ruptures in the attachment 
relationship; & claiming and belonging 
Session 4 Enhancing family communication skills & 
increasing family fun & support 

Who: Any DCS or Provider Resource Parent who is adopting or 
who is considering adopting a child in DCS custody 
When: Thursday evenings in February 2011 (2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24) 
from 6:00 until 8:00pm 
Where: Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home 
6623 Lee Highway 

Chattanooga, TN 37421 
Cost: no charge – please know that child care is not provided 
How to Register: call 1-888-848-2727 

*space is limited so register soon* 

ASAP has developed an Adoption Preparation Training Curriculum 
to help families begin their adoption journey feeling well 
prepared for their lifetime commitment.