Twice Blessed
Fordham University Press (Verlag)
978-1-5315-1180-7 (ISBN)
Twice Blessed is a beautifully written memoir that explores the depths of love, resilience, and the true meaning of family. Stefanie Mercado Altman, Claire Altman, and Stan Altman share an intimate and inspiring story about the bonds that define us, from adoption to caregiving and beyond. When Stefanie was adopted by Claire and Stan, their family was built on love and trust rather than biology. As they navigated the joys and struggles of parenting, they faced challenges that tested their resilience, including Stefanie’s search for identity and connection with her birth mother, Rosa, a gifted artist whose struggles with AIDS cast a long shadow.
From the highs of new beginnings to the heartbreak of loss, Twice Blessed captures the complexities of relationships and the sacrifices made in the name of love. The story unfolds with warmth, humor, and honesty, offering a powerful perspective on what it means to belong. Through Stefanie’s journey of self-discovery and the family’s steadfast devotion, the book paints a vivid portrait of compassion and perseverance.
Engaging and deeply moving, Twice Blessed speaks to anyone who has ever questioned their place in the world or searched for a deeper understanding of family. This book will resonate with fans of personal memoirs, adoption narratives, and heartfelt stories about love that transcends boundaries.
Stefanie Mercado Altman (Author) Stefanie Mercado Altman is a public health professional, writer, and advocate for adoption, identity, and mental health awareness. She has been published in Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans and lives in Brooklyn, NY, where she continues her advocacy work. Stan Altman (Author) Stan Altman is a professor of public affairs and higher education leader with over fifty years of experience. He has served as interim President of Baruch College and Dean of the Austin W. Marxe School of Public and International Affairs at CUNY. Currently, he directs the Gaming Pathways Program at City College of New York, focusing on education, workforce development, and technology-driven learning initiatives. Claire Altman (Author) Claire Altman is a writer, lawyer, and consultant specializing in affordable housing, social services, and public policy. She has developed innovative programs supporting families, seniors, and formerly incarcerated individuals and has dedicated her career to social impact initiatives.
Foreword by Stephen G. Post xi
Preface xv
Prologue 1
1. Who Are Stan and Claire? 3
2. Our Surprising Romance and Marriage 19
3. Creating the Highbridge-Woodycrest Center 31
4. Claire Meets Rosa and Stefanie Mercado 43
5. Steps to Becoming Stefanie’s Guardians 53
6. Rosa’s Decline 67
7. Guardianship 83
8. Kindergarten 101
9. Stefanie at PS 116—the Early Years 113
10. 2001 135
11. The Police Raid 153
12. Family Court 171
13. Adoption 191
14. The Middle School Years 195
15. High School, College, and Beyond 215
Epilogue 231
Acknowledgments 241
Chronology of Custody/Guardianship Events 243
Selected Bibliography 245
Photos follow page 134
| Erscheinungsdatum | 12.09.2025 |
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| Zusatzinfo | 35 black and white illustrations |
| Verlagsort | New York |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 152 x 229 mm |
| Gewicht | 567 g |
| Themenwelt | Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte |
| Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie ► Familie / Erziehung | |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Sozialpädagogik | |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-5315-1180-5 / 1531511805 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-5315-1180-7 / 9781531511807 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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