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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 13h

We run monthly, online information events to explain how the the child-focused Early Permanence pathway to adoption can benefit priority children. This month's event is next Thursday 30th October at 6pm. Book your place via the Events page of our website. www.adoption-focus.org.uk/node/364#455

Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 1d

Our next in-person information event is on Saturday 1st November at West Bridgford Library, Nottingham NG2 6AT. The event starts at midday and will tell you everything you need to know about adoption. Book your place here www.adoption-focus.org.uk/node/364#418

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 2d

Sadly, many children who are more than four years old do not get a new family because many adopters either want a child to be as young as possible, or don’t know that older children also need adopters. Could you adopt an older child?

Adopting Older Children

Sadly, many children who are more than four years old do not get a new family because many adopters either want a child to be as young as possible, or don’t know that older children also need…

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 2d

This week, Adoption Focus is joining together with adoption agencies across the UK for National Adoption Week 2025. We aim to draw attention to the urgent need for new adopters while dispelling some myths about what is required from people looking to adopt. www.adoption-focus.org.uk/news/nationa...

National Adoption Week 2025 - A Welcome Home

National Adoption Week 2025 - A Welcome Home - This year's campaign aims to show that children waiting to be adopted don’t need a ‘perfect home’, they need a ‘welcome home’.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 3d

All our adopters can access online support through Adopterverse. This is a unique support tool created with and for our adopters enabling them to connect, learn from and support each other and access useful resources from our adoption support team.

Adopterverse

Adopterverse - What is Adopterverse?Adopterverse is our safe, online space for our adopters to connect, learn from and support each other and access useful resources from our adoption support team.…

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 4d

What Makes Adopted Kids Tick? This animation, scripted by adopted children, tells adopters and would-be adopters some of the things they need to know.

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What Makes Adopted Kids Tick?

YouTube video by Adoption Focus

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 5d

National Adoption Week starts today, Monday 20th October. Have you been considering adoption? Please get in touch, we'd love to speak to you. www.adoption-focus.org.uk

Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 5d

This short video explains how early permanence placements benefit families and children, especially those who normally face the longest delays in joining families.

Fostering for Adoption explained

A short animation explaining the principles behind fostering for adoption and other early permanence placement types.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 6d

Visit our website to find out more about the adoption process. You'll find all the information you need from initial enquiry and eligibility checks to the lifelong support we offer to each adoptive parent and family.

Adoption Focus - a friendly, dedicated adoption agency

Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Adoption & fostering for adoption services

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 7d

Our next in-person information event is on Saturday 1st November at West Bridgford Library, Nottingham NG2 6AT. The event starts at midday and will tell you everything you need to know about adoption. Book your place here www.adoption-focus.org.uk/node/364#418

Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 8d

If you're thinking about adopting a child or adopting children, we can help you. Hundreds of couples and single people like you have adopted with us.

Can I Adopt?

Can I Adopt? - People from all ages and backgrounds are welcome to adopt with us. Anyone can apply if they meet some basic eligibility requirements.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 9d

We hold online adoption information events at 6pm every Wednesday. Book your place to find out all about adoption from our Ofsted Outstanding rated team. Our events are friendly, free and there's no obligation to start the process with us.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 10d

Time is a Healer. Louise and James adopted their two girls with Adoption Focus. In this post, Louise notices positive meaning in the simplest of gestures.

Louise & James - Time is a Healer

Louise & James - Time is a Healer - Louise and James adopted their two girls with Adoption Focus. In this post, Louise notices positive meaning in the simplest of gestures.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 11d

If you choose to adopt with Adoption Focus, you’ll have support from our incredible team from day one. Our extensive support programme is highly regarded by Ofsted and lasts a lifetime.

What Support Will I Get?

What Support Will I Get? - Adoption Focus is committed to providing excellent post-adoption support to our adoptive families.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 12d

Adoption Focus is a friendly, dedicated and experienced adoption agency, consistently rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. We provide adoption and fostering for adoption services across central England.

Why Adoption Focus?

Adoption Focus is a friendly, dedicated and experienced adoption agency, consistently rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. We provide adoption and fostering for adoption services in the East and West…

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 13d

Jodie and Louise adopted siblings aged two years and 10 months. In this blog, Jodie describes meeting the children and the special bond her son and daughter now have. www.adoption-focus.org.uk/blog/jodie-l...

Jodie & Louise – The Best of Friends

Jodie & Louise – The Best of Friends - Jodie and Louise adopted siblings aged two years and 10 months. In this blog, Jodie describes meeting the children and the special bond her son and daughter now…

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 14d

Our next adoption information event in Nottingham is 12pm Saturday 1st November at West Bridgford Library, NG2 6AT. If you're considering adoption, this event will give you all the information you need. Book your place here.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 15d

We cover the whole of Central England. If you're in this region and considering #adoption, we'll be happy to hear from you.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 16d

Adoption Focus adopter and blogger Jamie wanted to share some advice with young LGBTQ+ people who dream of becoming a parent someday.

Daddy & Dad - Young, LGBTQ+ and dreaming of parenthood?

Daddy & Dad - Young, LGBTQ+ and dreaming of parenthood? - Adoption Focus adopter and blogger Jamie wanted to share some advice with young LGBTQ+ people who dream of becoming a parent someday.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 17d

In the West Midlands and interested in Adoption? It's not too late to book your place for our Marston Green, Birmingham information event this Saturday 11th October at 12pm. Learn all about the process and how we'll support you every step of the way. Book here:

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 18d

The Adoption Process – from initial eligibility checks to the lifelong support we offer to each and every adoptive parent and family.

The Adoption Process

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 19d

In the West Midlands and interested in Adoption? Join us for an information event, 12pm this Saturday 11th October at our Marston Green, Birmingham office. Learn all about the process and how we'll support you every step of the way. Book here: www.adoption-focus.org.uk/node/364#454

Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 20d

As an adopter with Adoption Focus, you can be sure that you and your family will always have access to the support you need whenever you need it.

Family Support

Family Support - As an adopter with Adoption Focus, you can be sure that you and your family will always have access to the support you need whenever you need it.

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Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 21d

We hold online adoption information events at 6pm every Wednesday. Book your place to find out all about adoption from our Ofsted Outstanding rated team. Our events are friendly, free and there's no obligation to start the process with us. www.adoption-focus.org.uk/information-...

Adoption Focus @adoptionfocus.bsky.social · 22d

If you’re thinking about adopting, we can help you. People from all backgrounds and situations have joined our community and become successful adopters. We’d love to hear from you.

Should I Adopt?

Should I Adopt? - Adoption - Basic Eligibility RequirementsEveryone can apply to adopt with us, if they:Are at least 21 years oldHave been a resident of the British Isles for a least one yearAre able…

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