Making Connections

Family Design Resources…
making connections happen.
Our programs, training, research and state-of-the-art social, legal and organizational practices support children in out-of-home care and the families who care for them.

FDR Services

Training

Training is essential to create and support systemic change. The Family Design Resources (FDR) philosophy is to inform and teach others how to implement our strategies and use our tools.

Consultation

FDR’s consultation services are outcome-driven and incorporate planning, implementation, evaluation and long-term sustainability.

Program Management

FDR has managed both statewide and region-wide contracts. Our management programs emphasize collaboration, resource maximization and best practices.

FDR Programs

SWAN

The Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) supports children and youth agencies so that children in out-of-home care achieve permanency more quickly.
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Legal Partnership for Permanency

Our award-winning legal program has reduced the time children wait for adoption by more than 11 months.
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School-based Programs

Family Design Resources recognizes the importance of support and acceptance at school as well as at home.
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Diversity and Shared Leadership

Diversity and shared leadership is an integral part of any organization’s strategy.
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Post Adoption Permanency

FDR’s strong post-adoption permanency program supports adoptive families with a continuum of services.
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RECENT NEWS

Diversity Conference Coming in May

The conference — "Diversity: It's Not Just Black or White" — co-sponsored by Family Design Resources and Three Rivers Adoption Council will be held on May 20-21, 2010 at the Holiday Inn, Monroeville, PA.  The conference will explore a variety of diversity-related subjects related to the provision of services to children and families.  Professionals from the fields of child welfare, education, juvenile justice, medical and mental health, as well as resource families, are encouraged to attend.

FDR Seeks Volunteers

FDR is seeking individuals who are interested in making a difference for marginalized children by serving as a volunteer for our organization. As a non-profit social services consulting agency, we rely on and greatly appreciate the resources of knowledge and support that our board members contribute.

Diversity Conference Postponed

Family Design Resources, along with Three Rivers Adoption Council, announced today that the co-sponsored conference "Diversity - It's more than Black and White," scheduled for November 5 and 6, would be postponed due to Pennsylvania's budget impasse. More information on a rescheduled date will be shared once the state budget is resolved.