LSS Post Adoption Services

06/22/2026

2026 Adoption Conference!

What an incredible day! Our 2026 Adoption Conference has come to a close, and we are grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many dedicated professionals, families, and advocates!

The day was filled with meaningful conversations, valuable insights, and learning opportunities from both local and nationwide adoption experts. Thank you to our outstanding speakers for sharing their knowledge, and expertise, and to everyone helped make this event a success.

06/04/2026

FASD is brain-based, not behavior-based. Learn practical strategies for supporting children and teens with FASD in this new brief by Barb Clark.

Learn about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) and the lifelong challenges faced by those affected by prenatal alcohol exposure.

05/15/2026

“I work all day to put a roof over your head, and you can’t even wash a few dishes?”
“I really thought you were more mature than that.”
“When you do that, you make me sad and disappointed. Do you really want to hurt my feelings?”

Do any of these sound familiar? Are you guilty of guilt-tripping? Guilt/Shame is one of the Seven Core Issues of Adoption, so be cognizant of how you communicate with your child. Here's a great article that can help!

Guilt-tripping our children can have toxic effects. Use these tactics to gain compliance with your child without manipulation or guilt trips!

05/14/2026

These wounds don’t appear out of nowhere, they are often the result of unmet needs, trauma, and a lack of belonging.

And the solution isn’t just programs.
It’s people. It’s families. It’s community.

When we step in early…
when we surround kids and families with support…
when we ensure every child has a place to belong before they turn 18…
We don’t just change one life.
We change the trajectory of entire communities.

You don’t have to do everything.
But everyone can do something.

Learn more about how you can be a part of healing the 10 social wounds in the book Go Upstream written by Brian Mavis, the Founder of America’s Kids Belong, https://americaskidsbelong.org/lp/go-upstream/ 💛

05/06/2026

We were honored to host our Adopted Kids Camp, a day dedicated to connection, community, and meaningful experiences. Youth had the opportunity to build relationships, engage in activities, and enjoy a supportive environment designed to foster belonging. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this day a success!

04/30/2026

Attention Rapid City Area Pastors and Ministry Leaders!

Pastors and ministry leaders, you’re invited!

Join us for a FREE lunch and one-hour gathering as we explore how we can better care for vulnerable children and families together.

📅 Friday, May 15, 2026
⏰ 11:30am–12:30pm
📍 Love INC (414 E. Omaha St.)
🍽️ Free lunch included with RSVP
📲 RSVP by texting “foster” to 605.718.5683

04/30/2026

Not everyone is called to be a foster parent, but everyone can do something to encourage, support, and care for foster families!