How might families adopting from China incorporate various aspects of Chinese culture into their lives?
Belonging to a support group is an excellent way of keeping the Chinese culture alive. Socializing with other families who have adopted gives each family member the opportunity to not only learn about China but also allow the sharing of any problems or concerns that may come up along the way. There are several organizations whose purpose is to support families. Examples are Families with Children from China (FCC), Chinese for Families, and adoption agencies. There are also various fun day camps held locally, and even tours specifically designed to take families back to China and the orphanage the child came from. Magazines such as Adoption Week and websites such as Come Unity are also a valuable asset. In some communities mandarin lessons are available along with Chinese dancing, calligraphy, and kite making.
