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There are 2,820 children waiting for their adoptive family
There are 2,820 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 2,820 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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Preparation Training (Stage 1)
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Formal Application (Stage 2)
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Panel
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Approval
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Family Finding
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Linking and Matching
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Placement
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Featured Updates

Our latest news, blogs, videos and adopter stories.

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ASGSF Update

ASGSF Update

Adoption Support – unwavering in our commitment to be here for you, just as we always have On 14th April 20...

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Back to School Sensory Survival Kit by Sensory Integration Education

Back to School Sensory Survival Kit by Sensory Integration Education

Our Centre for Fostering and Adoption Support works with many children who have sensory processing differen...

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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 2,820 children waiting to be adopted

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Introducing Marcus

Introducing Marcus

We are looking for an individual, couple or family to provide Marcus a stable and loving home through adopt...

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Upcoming Events

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

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Adoption Info Events

26 Apr
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Online Adoption Information Event – 26 April

Attending one of our online adoption information events is a convenient way to find out more about adoption...

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13 May
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Online Adoption Information Event – 13 May

Attending one of our online adoption information events is a convenient way to find out more about adoption...

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28 May
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Online Adoption Information Event – 28 May

Attending one of our online adoption information events is a convenient way to find out more about adoption...

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Centre for Adoption Support Events

29 May
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Webinar: Managing Challenging Behaviour: Understanding Child to Parent Violence and Aggression

We are aware that for many families child to parent violence is a significant issue and we know this to be ...

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12 Jun
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Webinar – Brain to Brain: Parenting with PACE Principles

PACE stands for a way of being with your child, which is informed by our understanding of the importance of...

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15 Jul
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Webinar – Lifestory: Making Sense of the Past

Lifestory work is a social work intervention with children and adults designed to recognise their past, pre...

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General & Fundraising Events

18 May
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AJ Bell Great Manchester Run

Could you run for Adoption Matters are the AJ Bell Great Manchester Run? This year, the event will take pla...

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28 Jun
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Kate and Martin Slack’s Garden Party in Aid of Adoption Matters

  Adoption Matters is delighted to reveal that Kate and Martin Slack's Garden Party in Aid of Adoption...

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21 Sep
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Chester Business Club Charity Walk

Save the date - the Chester Business Club Charity Walk is returning for 2025! This year the annual event wi...

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