Having decided you could give a stable and loving home to a child, you will probably have many questions and lots to consider. It is really important you find out as much as you can about the adoption process and being an adoptive parent. It is also important that you understand what it is like to be an adopted child.
We suggest you begin with the following:
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Download the free BAAF adoption and fostering app
Our unique mobile and tablet app is a great starting place for anyone considering adoption. It has lots of useful information along with FAQs, videos of personal experiences and all our latest blog entries. It also uses the phone’s GPS to search for the nearest local authority, voluntary adoption agency, or independent foster care provider. The app is formatted for iPad, iPhone and Android users and is available to download free from the iTunes store and Android app store.
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Listen to a podcast
Be inspired by the experiences of people who have adopted a child
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Read a book about adoption
We have a list of books we recommend on the BAAF website.
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Contact your local adoption agency
Adoption agencies match potential parents with the right child. To find out how to get in touch with your local authority adoption team or an approved voluntary adoption agency, use the BAAF agency directory.
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Have a look at the profiles of children waiting for an adoptive family on the Be My Parent website
Be My Parent is an adoption and fostering service for children in the UK, with a family-finding website and monthly full-colour newspaper.The Be My Parent newspaper and, website features children of all ages and backgrounds, from babies to teenagers - all looking for a family to adopt or foster them.
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Advice and support
There are organisations that you can contact if you are thinking about adopting a child, an adoptive parent, adopted person or birth parent. We provide a brief listing of organisations to help.
