We Are Family
We Are Family is a peer to peer support community by adopters, for adopters. For ten years they have supported families online and in person, at parents’ groups, events, and talks offering mutual support, resources, information and inspiration to adopters and those considering adoption.
Support for adoptive families
We Are Family believe that by coming together, sharing experience and understanding, adopters can help each other to thrive. Founded and led by adoptive parents, We Are Family reflects and responds to its members, helping them navigate the challenges and joys that adoption brings.
We Are Family partner with Adopt London to provide WAF Talks, the successful webinar programme for adoptive parents. Specialist webinars run for We Are Family members throughout the year and can be watched back at any time after the event through the Member Hub.
Membership is free and open to families from Stage One of the UK adoption process and anyone who has had a child placed or adopted (check to see which level of membership you are eligible for). To join WAF Talks live or watch any of the talks on demand, as well as to access support groups and resources please join here. If you are already a member and want to register for a talk log in here.
Adoption Shared podcasts
The Adoption Shared podcast is created by the We Are Family adoption support community in partnership with Adopt London. Its mission is to inform, support, and amplify the voices of adopters. Hosted by Eddie Elliott, each episode features conversations with adopters and professionals who share their insights and experiences from diverse perspectives on the adoption journey. We’ve listed a selection of podcasts here, but you can also search ‘Adoption Shared’ wherever you listen to your podcasts.
WAF Talks webinars
WAF Talks are a series of expert-led webinars hosted by We Are Family for adoptive parents and prospective adopters. These sessions feature professionals and individuals with lived experience who share practical strategies, insights, and guidance on topics such as trauma, attachment, identity, and education. You can sign up and attend live or episodes can be accessed on-demand offering flexibility for busy parents. Each session provides a rich library of resources to help adopters navigate challenges and feel connected to a supportive community.
Helping Adopted Boys Feel Seen
Helping Adopted Boys Feel Seen is about creating safer, connected, identity affirming school environments.
An insight into Early Permanence
Contact Updates with Julie Young
Advocating for your child in school
What to look for when choosing a school, who all the different people are, what support is available for adopted children including SEND and Pupil Premium Plus funding and how to advocate for your child in school.
Managing difficult sibling relationships for children who have shared a traumatic history, with Sarah Naish and Rosie Jefferies
Advice from two knowledgeable and experienced professionals with lived experience.
Practical Measure To Keep Everyone Safe, An NVR Workshop
WAF Talks were pleased to be joined by Communication Consultant, Foster Carer and Charity Founder, Megan Tanner to lead this workshop, informing Members about Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) Parenting Strategies and Practical measures to keep everyone safe.
WAF Meet-ups
We Are Family’s parent and peer support groups are a great opportunity to meet other parents and prospective adopters. Some events are virtual meet-ups and some are held in-person. You’ll find a welcoming community ready to listen and support you and there is something for everyone. Please keep revisiting this section for new sessions.
Bexley & Bromley Parent's Get Together & Peer Support
Join other adoptive parents in person for peer support in a relaxed environment.
Prospective & Early Permanence Peer Support
Meet like minded families and individuals for peer support.
Soft-play Family Meet up - Ilford
Bring the children and let them burn off some energy at soft play.
Parents of Young Adults 17+ Peer Support Group
Connect with other parents of young adults aged 17+ to share experiences, advice and support in a welcoming space.
WAF North London Peer Support Group
Join other likeminded individuals for infomral peer support
WAF Parents of Teens and Tweens Online Support Group
Join volunteer Anita and other parents for an online Zoom meeting - for a peer support, a session specifically for adoptive parents of teens and tweens.
WAF Single / Solo Adopters Online Support Group
Join this singles/ solo adoption online peer support group.
WAF South London Family Meet Up - Peckham Rye Park
Join other adoptive families in Peckham Rye Park
WAF West London Parent Meet Up in Hammersmith
Join other adoptive families for an in person social.
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We Are Family is 10 years old
We Are Family is an independent peer support community for adoptive parents, and this year marks their 10th anniversary of providing digital and in-person support to adopters and prospective adopters. We Are Family membership is free to amongst others, all Adopt London families and removing barriers to accessing resources is at the heart of their ethos. However, they must also…
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Hello and welcome to the Adoption Shared podcast…
‘Adoption Shared’ is a series of podcasts for the adoption community. The podcasts share personal stories of adopters, as well as advice and guidance from adoption professionals. Produced by We Are Family (WAF) in partnership with Adopt London, the podcasts offer a convenient way for adopters, WAF members and the general public to listen on demand, when it’s convenient. In…
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WAF Talks webinars provide helpful support and advice
We Are Family (WAF) is an independent adoption support community that operates in and around London. Membership is free and open to adopters and approved prospective adopters. You can join here. They run peer-to-peer (i.e. parent-to-parent) events such as parent support groups, playgroups, family meet-ups, parties and socials. They also provide many opportunities to connect online, such…
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New Membership Offer from WAF
We Are Family (WAF) membership is now open to those at Stage One and beyond. WAF membership is FREE and membership is open to anyone who is going through or has been through the UK adoption process, or has adopted outside the UK and is now resident in the UK, or was previously resident in the UK and a validated…
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