Leta White

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Program Assistant Gladney Center for Adoption

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Reflecting on Supporting Adoptees During National Adoption Month

Posted by Leta White on 11/18/22 8:45 AM

The crackle of a camp fire, the smell of s’mores, fun and games, crafts, and lifelong friendships comes to mind when I think of summer camp. This past summer, I had the opportunity to meet an amazing group of kids through Gladney’s Camp Forge and spend quality time with 4 girls as their counselor. The girls in my cabin embraced the “camp life” and had a great time participating in various activities offered, especially pool time. Nothing beats the Texas heat other than a cool dip in a pool! By the end of camp, several of the girls built friendships with one another and were already talking about when they could see each other again. Watching each of the girls bloom and grow over the week was the highlight of my week.

The week long camp was a chance for Gladney adoptees to come together, have fun and build friendships. Children placed through our Domestic Program, International Program, and New Beginning Program were represented at camp. Even though the campers came from a wide range of backgrounds, each have the shared bond of adoption.

Throughout National Adoption Month, I reflect on the importance of supporting adoptees with building their adoption community and how camp is a great option for families. The dedicated time and space for adoptees to meet other adoptees is important, and I am thankful for the opportunity to participate in such an incredible program.

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Topics: National Adoption Month, Camp Forge, Adoptee

3 Weeks Until Gladney Goes to Special Olympics

Posted by Leta White on 5/17/22 7:59 PM

What an exciting time! Only three weeks until the 2022 Summer Special Olympics in Orlando, Florida! 

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Topics: Superkids, Volunteer Opportunity, Waiting Children, Special Needs

2022 Special Olympics Gladney Team Update

Posted by Leta White on 4/29/22 6:45 AM



When Gladney started planning our trip to Orlando to volunteer at the 2022 Special Olympics, we didn't imagine we would have 28 people coming along, as well as others volunteering time to make this a special experience! Our VolunTEAM includes Gladney Families, Staff, Friends, and prior Gladney Superkids volunteers!

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Topics: Superkids, Volunteer Opportunity, Special Needs

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