Another Choice recognizes the importance of maintaining families and has devoted several programs to this mission:

The For Daddies Only program, which was a component of the federal grant - RESPECT, takes very seriously its role of support, recruitment, and maintenance of families. This group of African American men is composed of adoptive parents dedicated to sharing a positive adoption message with the community.
Daddies Only provides a time for the “brothers” to hang out and support one another. These dads enjoy a number of activities - such as breakfasts, music, and fellowship.
The Four Pops are an outgrowth of this group. In June 2000, they released their first CD which focuses upon the benefits of adoption. Their current CD release “When God Gave Me You” is receiving attention in Charlotte media outlets, as well as in other areas of the state. Other programs initiated through that grant and remaining intact include:

Sister 2 Sister – Adoptive and prospective moms whose roles parallel that of the Daddies Only group. This program was created, designed, orchestrated, and intended to make the adoptive moms “feel like a queen.” Yes, we too, like to have fun. The sky is the limit for the Sisters- Manicures, pedicures, relaxation techniques, facials. You name it…we have probably done it.

Chat N Chill - A program that connects the whole family together. Before problems develop, a staff member will arrange to visit your home to talk about issues. Our goal is to create an atmosphere where everyone can be heard and work with the family to find solutions. Generally, we have to make several visits before the situation is resolved, so coming around dinner time helps us think more clearly.

Respite Care - An extension of the Kids Night Out program, Another Choice offers temporary and emergency respite services provided by parent coordinators or licensed foster care provides. The respite is for parents, not the children.
We recognize that adopting older children can be stressful at times. Therefore, we offer temporary --do you hear-- temporary respite. You must come back home. Actually, this is to provide parents a much needed break. This service has proven invaluable in keeping adoptions intact.

Kids’ Night Out – A supplement to the parental respite program. Kids' Night Out is a monthly sleepover geared to adopted children and their siblings ages 6- 12, on the first weekend of the month. This program is designed to encourage bonding, positive self-worth and present diverse cultural experiences. The program alsoThe children stay from Friday evening to Saturday afternoon. There are lots of activities, food, entertainment and fun, fun, fun.

Teen Konnection - An entire weekend for our teenagers. Yes, it is solely about them. The teens help to plan the weekend activities. Sometimes, they may be seen taking in a cultural arts experience or just having plain fun. While this weekend gives the teens and their family a break, it also provides opportunities for some “ rap groups” about life’s situations. It also provides the teens with an opportunity to highlight some of their social, musical or academic skills.

Tutoring Services – Individual and group instruction for current and prospective adoptive children. We assist families in using their vendor payments to pay for tutors for their children.

Family Outreach Services – Family information, support, referral and therapy.

Friends of Black Children Conference - Scholarships for selected families to attend the annual gathering of adoptive families, community leaders, child advocates, legislators and social workers, as well as a youth conference.