Guided by God's love and grace, Lutheran Social Services of North Dakota brings healing, help, and hope. Special emphasis is placed in the areas of spirituality, financial management, relationships, communication and the development of a support system. Participation in self-help groups is encouraged and available. Educational programs for the community at-large are also available. Counseling and adoption planning is available to pregnant women.
Couples wanting to adopt can inquire, and join the pool of prospective adoptive - parents.
Group study and adoption assessments are done with individuals and couples wanting to adopt. Extensive post-placement services are provided to the family. Counseling services are available in three sites throughout North Dakota. Our counselors provide counseling for individuals, couples, families, children and groups. Educational groups are developed per the identified need in the community and the counselors expertise.