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There are 2,410 children waiting for their adoptive family
There are 2,410 children waiting for their adoptive family

Some wait longer than others.

We want to help change that, could you?

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Adoption Matters

From the first phone call,
to the first grandchild.
We're here for you.

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About Adoption

There are currently 2,410 vulnerable children in England waiting for adoption who need a stable, caring home.

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Support

We offer ongoing support and training for as long as you and your family need it.

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Frequently Asked

Got a question about adoption? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions for the answers.

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The Process

The adoption process starts with your first email or call to us, right through to a child's first years with you and beyond. Below is an overview of the stages of the adoption process to give you an idea of what to expect.

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Enquiry
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Online event, one to one video call, visit to you at home
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Registration of Interest (Stage 1)
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Information sharing discussion (Stage 1)
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Checks/references(Stage 1)
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Preparation Training (Stage 1)
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Formal Application (Stage 2)
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Approval
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Family Finding
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Placement
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Featured Updates

Our latest news, blogs, videos and adopter stories.

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The Adoption Matters family has grown as Foster Care Matters launches

The Adoption Matters family has grown as Foster Care Matters launches

On Thursday 9 May 2024, the Adoption Matters family grew as we launched our new not-for-profit fostering ag...

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Guest blog: Blending birth & adopted children

Guest blog from justafamilystory adopter who talks about how to blend birth & adopted children   O...

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Would you choose a life less ordinary?

Would you choose a life less ordinary?

 Children interview adopters on why they chose to choose a life less ordinary through adoption! Click here ...

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Meet some of the 2,410 children waiting to be adopted

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Introducing Chase and Freya

Introducing Chase and Freya

Chase, 5 and Freya, 4, have always lived together and need a family where they can grow up together and hav...

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Upcoming Events

Check out our latest recruitment, fundraising and Centre for Adoption Support events.

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Adoption Info Events

14 Sep
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Online Adoption Information Event – 14 September

Our online adoption information events are a convenient way to find out more about adoption, our Ofsted out...

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02 Oct
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Online Adoption Information Event – 02 October

Our online adoption information events are a convenient way to find out more about adoption, our Ofsted out...

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14 Oct
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Online Adoption Information Event – 14 October

Our online adoption information events are a convenient way to find out more about adoption, our Ofsted out...

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Centre for Adoption Support Events

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Webinar – Self-Esteem & Shame

About this Webinar: This webinar has been developed to explore what shame is and how if affects us. We will...

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23 Sep
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Webinar – The Nurtured Heart Approach©

About this Webinar: The Nurtured Heart Approach® (NHA) is a relationship-focused parenting approach which w...

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04 Oct
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Webinar – Brain to Brain: Parenting with PACE principles

About this Webinar: PACE stands for a way of being with a child, which is informed by our understanding of ...

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General & Fundraising Events

17 Oct
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Lancashire Lunch

Find out more, view the menu and book your tickets here Join us for a Lancashire Lunch at the beautiful Bro...

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