Adoption in Merseyside

"We had our baby placed at just 7 days old" 🥰 Tom and Steph went through the Early Permeance route to adopt their little boy. Read more about Tom and Steph's journey here bit.ly/4uuT68w

Many people coming to adopt, want a new born or young baby. The Early Permanence (EP) route provides children with the opportunity to be placed earlier with a family than would otherwise be possible 🏡 If you want more information visit our website bit.ly/4sFLttY

Whatever your reason to grow your family through adoption, the process stays the same ✨ The process can seem a little overwhelming at first, but with the support of a dedicated social worker bit.ly/4bFiyk4

Today marks World Social Work Day. This years theme is 'Co-Building Hope and Harmony', which highlights the vital role of social work in bringing people together across communities. Thank you to all of the amazing social workers at AiM and within the our communities 🥰

Our monthly online information sessions are available to people who want to find out more about adoption. Our next session will take place on Tuesday, April 14th at 6pm. Book your place here bit.ly/40sjAtr

As LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week comes to a close, we want to reinforce our message that we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds 🌈 If you want to find out more, request an information pack bit.ly/2MUNYKY

We’re proud to share that over 20% of our adopters approved last year were part of the LGBTQ+ community 🥰 Matt and Joe had been together for 10 years when they decided to look into adoption. Read their story online bit.ly/435kYTo

As part of LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week, we’re sharing some of our adopters’ stories🌈 Sam and Lyndsay were eager to grow their family and began looking into adoption. Read their full story online bit.ly/43byfvC

This week marks LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week. Did you know that 24% of our adopters approved last year were from the LGBTQ+ community? If you’d like to learn more about adoption, request an information pack today bit.ly/2MUNYKY

The adoption process typically takes between 12 and 18 months, although it can sometimes take longer ℹ️ To find out more about the process, watch our YouTube video bit.ly/4iN2JJJ

The best way to learn more about the adoption process is to join one of our online information sessions. Join us at our next session on Saturday 28th February at 10am or Thursday 12th March at 6pm. Book your place here bit.ly/4aYVdYA

FAQ: Can I adopt if I already have children? Yes, we welcome applications from families who already have biological or adopted children. Every family is considered individually. We would want to be included in the process, all age appropriate to make sure they feel included.

Sam and Lyndsay wanted to grow their family and, after attending a adoption information session. They valued the local support available and were surprised to learn you can adopt while renting 🏡 Read their full story online 📲 bit.ly/43byfvC

Fostering for Adoption (FFA) may be part of an Early Permanence plan, allowing a child to move in with approved adopters earlier while they act as temporary foster carers 🏡 Read more about the process on our website 🔗 bit.ly/3CSPULB

Our next information session takes place on Saturday 31 January at 10am. We’ll talk through the adoption process, the training and support we offer, and there will be plenty of time to ask questions at the end. Register your interest here ➡️ bit.ly/4aYVdYA

Sophie and Katie are a close-knit sibling pair who have always lived together and share a strong bond. They are happy, energetic girls who love the outdoors and especially swimming. Read their full profile here 🔗 bit.ly/4czoFEF

Children waiting for adoption have faced early trauma and loss, meaning they may need extra patience, understanding, and therapeutic parenting to feel safe and secure. Learn more about our children and their needs in our information pack 📲 bit.ly/2MUNYKY

Our support team offers personalised one-to-one support for families, focusing on therapeutic parenting, emotional wellbeing, and practical parenting approaches💛 Learn more about the support we offer in our information pack ℹ️ bit.ly/2MUNYKY

Our support team hosts year-round social events for families with children of all ages! It’s a wonderful opportunity for adopters, children, and staff to connect, have fun, and enjoy a variety of activities ✨ Read more about the support for families ➡️bit.ly/2lQtCo4

Brittany always knew she wanted to be a mum. With the encouragement of her family behind her, she took her first step into adoption by attending an online information sessions. Read more here ➡️bit.ly/3Ney4to