Adoptive Families
We recognise that adoptive families need support from time to time. Whether you began your adoption journey with Adopt London or not, we’re are here to empower and support adoptive families with a London connection.
Support across London
Whether you have just had your child or children placed with you, or if your family is entering and managing the school years, or if you are navigating the teenage years and beyond Adopt London is here to guide you.
This page will help you get informed – Knowledge is Power! – and be useful if your family is feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, in need of a listening ear, and if home life has become challenging for you or your child. You’re not alone.
Please see the support we offer across London or services we can signpost you to:
- Professional guidance and advice based on extensive experience across our teams
- Peer support groups where you can connect with other adoptive parents. Take a look at the local offer and partners WAF, NFS and the Adopt London Choir
- Family assessments to help you access funding for therapy through the Adoption and Special Guardians Support Fund
- On and offline resources and workshops discussing the issues that resonate with many adoptive families
- One-to-one support with life story work, education, health to help you and your child feel understood and empowered
You’ve opened your heart and home—now let us help you nurture and grow together with the support you need. If you live in or you are connected to one of our four London Regional Adoption Agencies – find your local support here.
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