Adoption blog
Start your adoption journey with Buckinghamshire Council and hear from our team and adopters on their experiences.
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From child protection to adoption - a structured process
There are many reasons why a child may come to need a forever family via adoption. The journey from child protection to adoption follows a structured process which is governed by laws, such as the Children Act 1989 and the Adoption and Children Act 2002. Jemima, one of our adoption …
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Life Story Work - helping children build a positive self-image
Life Story Work can help adopted children make sense of their past, understand their identity, and build a positive self-image. It involves creating a narrative that incorporates the child’s history, including the time before adoption, to provide a coherent and continuous story of their life. Senior social worker, Penny, shares …
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Thinking about adoption?
Have you thought about starting, or growing, a family through adoption? People come to adoption through many different routes and from all different backgrounds of ethnicity, sexuality, single or couples, which is just what we welcome for our diverse group of children waiting for a family.
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Matthew - The adoption process and early permanence
A look at early permanence adoption, where babies are placed with prospective adopters while courts decide their future. Matthew shares his experience of adopting this way.
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Adoptee Tigerlily shares her experience of adoption
We spoke to Tigerlily about her experience as a black adoptee.
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Supporting adopters every step of the way
Are you thinking about adoption? Making the decision to adopt can be a big step but Buckinghamshire Council will be with you every step of the way.
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Hear from LGBTQ+ adopters about how you can adopt too
LGBTQ+ Adoption Week is run by New Family Social, the UK’s peer-support charity for LGBTQ+ adopters and foster carers to share the power of adoption through real stories and encourage people who identify as LGBTQ+ to explore whether adoption might be for them.
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In the Spotlight: Bernadette Heron
Meet Social Worker Bernie, who opens up to us about her inspiration to become a social worker and her passion to raise awareness of adoption within the Black community.
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7-11s Group Report: 26 October 2022
Looking for a space where adopted young people can connect, share, and have fun? Our Young People’s Group offers activities, discussions, and support to help build friendships and shape the future of adoption services.
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Adoption Myths Busted
Many people believe myths about adoption and often rule themselves out before starting. This article clears up those misconceptions and reassures you about your eligibility.
