Author: New Beginnings
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Understanding the UAA’s Impact on Relative Adoption
The Universal Accreditation Act of 2012 goes into effect on July 14, 2014. The UAA extends the safeguards of the Hague Adoption Convention to all international adoptions, including kinship adoptions. New Beginnings has helped many families with adopting an extended family member. Families who wanted to adopt their niece or nephew abroad would often call…
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Annual Picnic and Fundraiser
New Beginnings’ Annual Family Fun Picnic & Fundraiser will be held Sunday, September 21, 2014 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. The event will be at East Meadow Fireman’s Benevolent Association, 170 Maple Avenue, East Meadow, NY 11554. This year’s Picnic will be for the benefit of the Beyond the Placement Program. This is New Beginnings…
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Korea’s Home to Home Program – Reunion of Triplets
As so many of our Korean adoptees are reaching adulthood, we see more and more who want to return to Korea and learn about their homeland and culture. Eastern Social Welfare Society (ESWS) and the Korean government recognize this need and know that resources are sometimes limited for young adults to afford such an expensive…
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Korea Children’s Day – A Day Filled With Fun Memories!
On Saturday May 3, many of our families gathered at SsamBap Korean BBQ Restaurant to celebrate the children, as is the custom in Korea! Peter, age 5, demonstrated his Tae Kwon Do talents, and even broke the board! The rice eating contest was another highlight of the day which was won by…
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Grants and Loans to Help Finance Your International Adoption
When looking for financial assistance to help reduce the cost of international adoption, there are many organizations that can help. Knowing a little about the types of assistance and what you need to apply can make this process easier and more successful. Adoption Grants are a wonderful way to help finance your adoption. Many organizations…
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Korean Children’s Day Celebration
On May 3, 2014, New Beginnings is hosting our annual Korean Children’s Day Celebration. Please join us for a Korean cuisine lunch with some kid-friendly options. Last year’s event was a great fun. Come and enjoy cultural activities, good food and meet with other adoptive families. Saturday, May 3, 2014 11:30am-2:30pm SsamBap Korean BBQ Restaurant…
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Circle of Support
Allies in Adoption welcomes you to join our Circle of Support, May 17th, from 11:00 to 1:00. All are invited to attend this casual gathering for adoptive families and any families starting the process or thinking about international adoption. Share information, make new friends, and bring the kids. The event is being hosted in the home of…
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2014 Chinese New Year – A Day of Celebration for Over 70 Families!
On Feb. 8, 2014, New Beginnings, in cooperation with Families with Children from China – Long Island Chapter (FCCLI), hosted adoptive families to celebrate the Year of the Horse. The event drew 300 people to Crystal Palace in Lake Ronkonkoma. It was a day filled with delicious Chinese cuisine, Dragon Dancers, and Chinese themed crafts.…
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Join Us For The 14th Annual Chinese New Year Celebration
New Beginnings Family and Children’s Services in cooperation with Families With Children From China Long Island, are hosting the 14th Annual Chinese New Year Celebration. Please join us for an enjoyable and cultural afternoon of food, fun and friendship and to welcome in The Year of the Horse. Saturday, February 8,2014 Crystal Garden 278 Portion Road Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779…