Support for Adoptees in West London
If you are an adoptee living in one of the Adopt London West boroughs – Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, or Hounslow – and are seeking support, this page provides information about the services and guidance available to you.
Adoption can have a lifelong impact, and people may need support at different times and for different reasons. Whatever stage you are at, we are here to help. Contact us and we will work with you to understand your needs, provide appropriate advice and support, or connect you with other relevant services where needed.
How to contact Adopt London West
As an adoptee you may want to explore your personal history and better understand the events that shaped your early life. This may include finding out more about your birth family, why you entered care, or learning about your adoption journey.
We can guide you through the process of obtaining adoption and birth records and connect you with specialist organisations that offer services such as family tracing, intermediary support, counselling, and assistance with making contact with birth relatives where appropriate. Whatever stage you are at, there is support available to help you make informed choices and navigate the process at your own pace.
Find out more on the Adopted Adults page on this website.
Call 0208 8255241 or Email: [email protected]
Local adoptee support in West London
Social group for 18-24 year old Londoners
Join other adoptees to meet new people with shared life experiences. Venue in London Bridge. Discuss topics and find advice and support.
Transracial Adult Adoptee Network
TAAN co-founders Debbie and Fran set up the group for regular meet-ups as transracial adoptees.
PAC-UK and FamilyConnect
PAC-UK is a charity organisation that supports people through the realities of adoption and other forms of permanent care. Formerly ‘Post Adoption Centre’, the PAC-UK team provides specialist, trauma-informed support for all parties affected by adoption.
Dealing with the impact of adoption is a life-long journey for first families, guardians, adopters and adopted people, and we know how hard it can be. Many of the services they offer are co-designed, co-produced and co-delivered, so that they best reflect and meet the needs of those with lived experience.
National PAC-UK Advice Line
The National PAC-UK Advice Line provides independent, confidential advice and information for people affected by adoption, special guardianship and other forms of permanent care. The service is staffed by qualified and experienced PAC-UK counsellors and social workers with specialist expertise in these areas. Visit the PAC-UK website or you can contact the PAC-UK Advice Line on 0300 1800 090 (opening times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10am-4pm and Thursday 10am-7.30pm) and you can email [email protected]
PAC-UK FamilyConnect Advice Line
Delivered by Family Action’s adoption support agency PAC-UK, FamilyConnect provides information, support and guidance on tracing and reconnecting with family members, the services available, and whether you may be eligible for funding. Visit the FamilyConnect website or please call 0300 1800 205 (opening times: Monday 3 – 6pm, Tuesday 11am to 2pm and Thursday 1 – 7pm) and you can email [email protected]
Historical forced adoption
We acknowledge the serious and lasting harm caused by historical forced adoption and we recognise and applaud the courage and persistence of everyone who has tirelessly advocated and campaigned for the Government’s long awaited formal public apology.
Anyone affected by historical forced adoption who would like support can contact FamilyConnect, a service funded by Adoption England
and delivered by PAC-UK. FamilyConnect provides information, advice and support for adopted adults, birth families and relatives who want help to access information, understand their options or explore reconnection where appropriate: www.familyconnect.org.uk
FamilyConnect also provides intermediary services for people adopted before 1976. FamilyConnect advice line: 0300 1800 205 | Email: [email protected]
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