November 2022 Newsletter

NOAS is thrilled to recognize National Adoption Month by celebrating two adoptions.

We love to celebrate adoptions at NOAS. 

At NOAS, we work hard to get youth connections, support, and permanency. If children cannot live with their birth families, they deserve adoption, which should be celebrated. There is a great need for adoptive families for teens in the foster care system. Everyone has a role to play in helping youth achieve their permanency goals. Take small steps and open doors for foster youth during National Adoption Month. To learn more, visit www.childwelfare.gov/topics/adoption/nam or www.noas.com.

MEET SIMONE GANT

NOAS' NEW CONNECT OUR KIDS OUTREACH TRAINER

Simone graduated from YSU with a BA in Criminal Justice and Psychology. She has experience as a Family Services Specialist for the State of Nevada, Family Advocate at Alta Head Start, and Executive Assistant/Marketing and Media Specialist for a local financial group.

ANGEL TREE

Calling all angels – The tree is up, and the angels are on the tree and ready to be picked by you! You can stop by our Warren office Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. If you have questions about our Angel Tree program, please call Kathy at 330-856-5582, ext. 110.

MENTORS NEEDED FOR FOSTER YOUTH AGES 14-21

What is the true meaning of a mentor? A mentor is a trusted counselor or guide. If you have 6 hours per month to provide a foster teen or young adult with some wisdom and guidance, please contact Kaitlin at NOAS at 330-980-4505 or [email protected]. Mentor one who needs someone.

JOIN NOAS AT THE

NOAS will participate in the Youngstown Holiday Parade. Learn how you can help foster youth in our area at our table before the parade.

The Flea on Phelps street will begin at 4:00 pm on Central Square with a lot of amazing vendors. The parade will begin at 6:00 pm, followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree (around 7:15-7:30 pm).

There will be pictures with Santa, commemorative holiday mugs filled with holiday cheer from downtown restaurants, and so much more!

FOSTER CARE CURIOUS?

Curious about how to become a foster parent? Ever wonder what it would be like? Thought about foster care or adoption? Attend NOAS’ Virtual Information Session on Tuesday, December 6 from 6pm to 7pm. Then stay for Rules on Foster Care from 7pm to 8pm. For more information or to register call Michelle at 330-856-5582 ext. 123 or email [email protected]. 

GIRLS NIGHT OUT

LIFE AFTER COVID

GIRLS NIGHT OUT

WAS THURSDAY NOVEMBER 10TH at Ciminero's Banquet Center! The ladies enjoyed a delicious dinner and comedy skit by Karen Vadino. Fun and laughter was had by all, especially our designer purse, 50/50 and chance auction winners.

Thank you to all our sponsors, attendees, donors, Ciminero's and Karen Vadino for making this event possible.

HOME TEAM CELEBRATION

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our amazing sponsors for making this year’s NOAS’ Home Team Celebration possible. Because of you we raised over $70,000. Your support of NOAS helps to bring the foster youth we serve one step closer to a family connection.

NOAS is now offering TBRI® training to any kinship, foster and adoptive families as well as professionals working with youth that come from hard places. The training will help families and foster youth work through real-life, problem-solving scenarios. To sign up for one of the following classes below, email Kelly at [email protected].

EMPOWERING PRINCIPLES

December 5th & 7th

from 5:00-8:00pm