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For National Adoption Month, we’re seeking to spread awareness about adoption and the diverse realities it can bring, as every case is unique. Adoption is a powerful step toward providing a child with a stable, loving home, but it’s essential to recognize that adoption alone doesn’t resolve all the challenges a child may face. Children may continue to need ongoing support and connection to extended relatives and support networks. This month, let’s remember the importance of family bonds, understanding, and community in the journey to support adopted children. #NationalAdoptionMonth #Connection #Family #Adoption #FosterCare #ConnectOurKids

Adoption England has developed standard of practice in adoption. They aim to provide adoption agencies with a framework and tool to guide good practice and consistency across adoption agencies. National Adopter Journey Practice Standards 1) Principles underpinning effective processes and practice throughout the adopter journey 2) the enquiry Stage one welcomes of the adoption process welcomes and enables all those considering adoption to find out more. 3) Prospective adopters are treated professionally and supported throughout Stage One of the process. 4) Prospective adopters are treated professionally and supported throughout Stage Two of the process. 5) Prospective adopters are treated professionally and supported through the adoption panel process. 6) the linking and matching process identifies those children the approved adopters are best suited to parent. 7) Introductions and the adoption court order application process are managed effectively. for more information come to The Nurtured Child: Approaching Family Finding For Adopters Wednesday, November 27, 2024 7:30 PM GMT https://loom.ly/8QnWNmk

“Welcoming a child to the family through adoption or fostering is exciting! Adoption might come with other feelings as well, including doubt, love, grief, and joy. Each child brings their own personality, needs, and quirks that we as parents and caregivers learn about as we get to know our children.”    Check out the Early Childhood Hub’s latest blog post, “Parenting Adopted Children,” to learn some tips on how to ease the transition of bringing a new member into the family:  https://lnkd.in/gSdMQqY6    #ParentingAdoptedChildren #LaneCounty #EarlyChildhoodLane  

Adoption can be a wonderful way to grow your family and provide a loving home for a child in need. However, the adoption process can be complex and overwhelming, especially if you are unfamiliar with your state’s laws and regulations. If you are considering adopting a child in the state of Georgia, there are several key things that you should know to help ensure a smooth and successful adoption experience. Explore our initial guide to the adoption process here: https://lnkd.in/eyK5eYmA

Adoption: A Transformative Act of Love 🌍❤️ November 9th marks World Adoption Day, a time to honor the profound love and unity that adoptive families provide to those in need. Adoption creates not just a home but a hopeful future filled with love and security for children and teens lacking biological families. 👶🏽✨ Established by Hank Fortener in 2014, this day emphasizes the significance of embracing every child, regardless of their background. The smiley face on the palm symbolizes the joy of living in a nurturing environment. 👐🏼😊 💔 Sadly, many teens still await adoption, facing the reality of leaving care at 18. Moreover, in some regions, bureaucratic hurdles delay the adoption process. 🤝🏽💖 Let’s celebrate family diversity and acknowledge that adoption is a transformative act of love. Together, we can foster a more empathetic world! 🌈🏡 #WorldAdoptionDay #AdoptionAwareness #Empathy #worldadoptionday #nationaladoptionawarenessmonth #familyiseverything #mystory #adoptionjourney #adoption #LovingHomes #AdoptiveFamilies #TransformLives #PositiveOption #SupportAdoption #ChildrenInNeed #AdoptionInitiatives

November is National Adoption Awareness Month, a perfect opportunity for families to start meaningful conversations with young children about adoption and how it helps create families. 💖 Early discussions about adoption foster understanding, compassion, and openness, helping children appreciate the beauty of diverse family structures. Let's encourage families to explore these important topics. Visit Creating a Family for kid-friendly books to help initiate these vital conversations: https://buff.ly/4fqEVth #AdoptionAwareness #FamilyTalk #AdoptionEducation #ChildDevelopment #NationalAdoptionAwarenessMonth

There’s no such thing as a ‘normal’ family…   To mark this year’s National Adoption Week, Freuds+ is supporting You Can Adopt with ‘The Journey’ campaign to highlight that the road to a family doesn’t have to be a traditional one and that families come in all shapes and sizes. It comes as a new survey reveals that nearly half of Brits (48%) have a ‘chosen family’ and 42% come from a ‘non-traditional’ family structure.   “You have an idea in your head of what family looks like, and for us it’s been different, but even more wonderful in different ways,” says Rachel who adopted her daughter Winnie, aged two.   To demonstrate just how rewarding adoption can be, families from across the country are sharing their inspiring journeys in a new film, set onboard a train, showing how just like all families, adoptive families go through ups, downs and detours during their lifelong journey.   What makes every journey unique is the people who play a role along the way. From social workers and foster carers to birth families and grandparents, adopters are never alone due to the ‘village’ of support around them.   This National Adoption Week comes at a more critical time than ever, with the latest adoption data showing a 22% increase in the number of children who have not yet been matched with a forever family, alongside a fall in the number of people coming forward.   If you’d like to find out more about adoption or starting your own adoption journey, visit youcanadopt.co.uk/naw   #NationalAdoptionWeek #NAW2024 #YouCanAdopt

The adoption matching process is a crucial step in finding the right fit between a children in need of a loving home and prospective adoptive parents. Through this diligent and compassionate matching process, the journey of adoption can lead to the creation of strong and loving families that are built on a solid foundation of compatibility and understanding. For more information about adoption, visit jigsawadoption.org.uk #adoption #family #adoptionagency

Your role as an adoptive parent in helping your child honor their identity holds immense value. Learn how fostering a positive environment can enable adopted children to acknowledge their past and shape their future. More insights in our latest blog post! 🌟 https://hubs.la/Q02qbJGm0 #IdentityEmpowerment"

🏡 Adoption gives children new families, but it can be tough for some. Kids who were adopted might feel sad or confused, especially when they find out. They might have lots of feelings like loss or not knowing who they are. The law talks about adoption and different things related to it, like when a family member adopts a child. Adopted teens might have struggles like feeling rejected or not in control. They might act out or feel lonely. But many adopted kids grow up happy and strong with help from family and counselors. If you know someone who was adopted, be kind and understanding. They might need extra support. For more information, check out: https://lnkd.in/dRFtDxZG #Adoption #SupportForEveryone #adoption #humanrights #love #care #foryou #teens