Adoption Diary
Welcome to David and Lisa’s unique adoption diary. The Chandlers have agreed to share the heartache and highs as they progress on their journey over the next few months with Adoption Matters Northwest to becoming adoptive parents. Shared o...Read more »
The people who adopt
Could you open your home and your heart to one of the UK’s 5,000 children desperate for a new home and loving family? Could you take on the challenging yet rewarding role of an adoptive parent? If so, read on… Adoption Matters Northwest is not looking for saints...Read more »
The children who wait
It is estimated that there is as many as 5,000 children of all ages, ethnicities and abilities in the UK who are waiting to find an adoptive family. ...Read more »
The Adoption Process
Our aim is to take you through the adoption process as quickly effectively and sensitively as possible. You will be prepared for adoption and assessed as suitable to adopt within an 8 month timescale...Read more »
Information Events
Information events and open days are provided for prospective adopters Adoption Matters Northwest Chief Executive Norman Goodwin: “We’re looking for people with a variety of backgrounds, cultures and beliefs who can adopt children and give them something many of us take for granted – a secure stable and loving family.” He adds, “We have p...Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions
We have an extensive bank of Frequently Asked Questions. If you are unable to find what you are looking for you may submit your question at the end of this page. ...Read more »
Preparation Groups
The preparation groups are designed to help applicants understand the nature of adoption, by exploring all the aspects involved in adoption. The preparation groups cover a wide range of adoption-related issues such as child development, attachment, separation and loss, identity, resilience and the effect of maltreatment and neglect...Read more »
Intercountry Adoption
Adopting a child from abroad can be referred to as ‘Intercountry’ adoption ‘Overseas’ adoption ‘Adopting from abroad’. Adoption Matters Nort...Read more »
Useful Links
Links to other organisations that you may find useful...
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