Adoptions by Lutheran Social Service of Iowa
The sixth in a series on unwed mothers explains how Lutheran Social Service of Iowa arranges relinquishment and adoption. Caseworkers guide expectant mothers through housing, counseling, and the surrender process, with final adoption steps completed two and a half months after application. The process preserves anonymity, matches adoptive parents, and leaves the mother with lasting emotional impact.
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Lutheran Social Service
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Garfield school Christmas program at the Garfield school
A large crowd attended Thursday evening as Rev J E Howell gave devotions on Christmas meaning. Each class presented carols and pantomimes directed by Miss Karen Decker with Mrs Nan Williams at the piano. Mrs Williams thanked retired Garfield teacher Kathleen Asp for her help. Refreshments were served after.
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Garfield School
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Karen Decker
Nan Williams
Lutheran Social Service of Iowa describes offices and staff
A Des Moines office building at 3113 University Ave houses the Lutheran Social Service of Iowa, a fully accredited nonprofit funded by church bodies, donations, bequests, and United Campaign funds. The agency operates statewide with five centers and about 40 staff including 26 social workers, as pictured during a discussion on administrative procedures for unwed mothers.
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