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Mum Beverley in COVID-19 lock down
In this blog we hear from a single mother Beverley*, in ‘lock down’ with her 4 year old, trying not to go stir crazy, trying to keep her daughter…
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Coronavirus, a book for children from Nosy Crow
With the current Government guidelines to stay at home, it can be tricky to explain this to some adopted children – who may already be anxious and confused by the…
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Useful websites for online learning
Hello! Our Virtual School have compiled a list of the best websites that offer FREE learning resources, ideas, activities, lessons and more, for you to use at home. Click here…
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How to talk to your child about COVID 19
The current messaging around the Coronavirus (Covid 19) can be worrying for children. It’s OK for them to be curious and concerned about family and friends, and we can support…
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A mother’s story
‘She’s not my real mum, you know’ It was said so casually – a matter-of-fact statement that temporarily stopped the room. It was just me and my…
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Vicky Ford MP supports Adopt London launch
Children and Families Minister Vicky Ford supports Adopt London, as they launch their service to adopted children and their families in the capital. She speaks of her new role…
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Wash Away Coronavirus: a guide for children
Now is a good time to remind your children about the Coronavirus and what they can do to join the whole country in helping to contain the virus. Click here…
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Helping children during COVID-19 containment period
There is a lot happening in our world right now that can cause many of us to feel anxious, especially the current Coronavirus (Covid 19). Children and young people…
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Carrie and David Grant celebrate with Adopt London
Adopt London celebrated its official launch in the capital this week. Celebrity couple Carrie and David Grant – who have four children, including their adopted son, joined representatives from the…
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LGBTQ+ Adoption Week celebration – 2-8 March
From Monday 2 March, adoption agencies around the country join the week-long campaign to raise awareness of adoption (and fostering) in the LGBTQ+ community. The Adopt London Regional Adoption Agencies…
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Maisy made our happy family complete!
For many years Helen spent her time looking after children; either at work or as a foster carer for children with disabilities. She loved the rewards of both and especially…
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Good advice to keep your child safe online
The internet really is an inspiring and positive place to be, today we highlight some of the advantages of maintaining an open dialogue with your children about their internet use.
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Radish – a child’s story about adoption
Radish by AJ Oliver This is a book about a little hare and his adoption story, beautifully written by AJ Oliver. The book is a journey from a chaotic and…
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LGBTQ+ History Month 2020
Adopt London has a great record of LGBTQ+ adoptions in our 23 London boroughs, and this LGBTQ+ History Month, we’re joining many organisations…
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Patrick, adopted adult, finds his family in the US
Patrick has very clear memories of the difficult and sad times surrounding his adoption. He was four years old and living in a children’s home where he remembers, among…
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