Self-Concept and Social Identity Among International Adoptees This blog is a summary of a research project that Keri Friedman, AFTH Donor Relations and Marketing Intern, wrote for her senior college thesis in social psychology. International adoptees conceptualization of one’s self-concept and social identity can be largely influenced by many factors. Self-concept is an idea about [...]
The information in this article is brought to you by the adoption agency in Bloomfield, CT, a part of Adoptions From The Heart. Wintonbury Hills Golf Course The well-maintained course in a serene and pleasant location is situated in Bloomfield, Connecticut, approximately 15 minutes from Hartford. The course is architect Pete Dye's first championship layout [...]
This article is brought to you by the adoption agency in Olde Richmond, PA, from Adoptions From The Heart. Olde Richmond, PA Located within Philadelphia, Olde Richmond is known for its large Polish and Irish demographics dating back to its establishment. The community is just east of the Delaware River, and its boundaries lie between [...]
Michael and Marty officially began their adoption journey in the summer of 2013. Marty began by discussing the idea of adoption with Michael, letting him know that he was ready to adopt. The pair attended their first informational session at Adoptions From The Heart’s (AFTH) main office in Wynnewood, PA. They would begin the paperwork [...]
This article is sponsored by the adoption center in Etna, PA, from Adoptions From The Heart. Etna, PA The borough of Etna is a part of Allegheny County along the Allegheny River on the opposite side of Pittsburgh. Through outreach and regeneration, Etna is concentrating on social and environmental justice for its people, environment, and [...]
With so much historical culture and background dating back to the 1600s, it's no wonder South Windsor is home to so many historic places and notable people. Learn more about the town in this article that is sponsored by the adoption center in South Windsor, CT from Adoptions From The Heart. Historical Background The first [...]
The information in this article is sponsored by the adoption center in Fishtown, Pennsylvania from Adoptions From The Heart who encourage family and friends to step out and visit their neighboring communities. Fishtown is located north of Center City and its borders can be defined by Frankford Avenue, York Street, and the Delaware River. The [...]
The information in this article is brought to you by the adoption center in Avalon, PA from Adoptions From The Heart. Located within Allegheny County, Avalon is a borough that's is comprised of mostly residential areas and a few shopping centers. Avalon is surrounded by four communities, Ben Avon Heights, Bellevue, Ben Avon, and Kilbuck [...]
This article is brought to you by the adoption center in Brewerytown, PA from Adoptions From The Heart. Brewerytown is located within North Philadelphia, along the eastern bank of the Schuylkill River. As you can imagine, the area was given its name in the late 19th century because of the number of breweries established within [...]
"AFTH is hosting the Heart-to-Heart with The Adoption Community Event as a way to bring together our community during National Adoption Month" November is National Adoption month A month that was originally created to raise awareness about the urgent need for adoptive families for children and youth in foster care. Now, National Adoption Month is [...]
