Adoption

Successful adoptions not only transform the life of a child for the better, but also that of their new family. Seeing a child being transformed through the care and love they receive can be one of the most joyous experiences in an adoptive family’s life.

We at Barnardo’s are always inundated with the profiles of children – particularly sibling groups, who need new permanent families.

We are appealing for people who can offer a stable, safe and loving home for children who urgently need to be settled into a new family.

We want to hear from anyone interested in adoption or fostering – no matter what race, religion, age or sexual orientation. Couples don’t need to be married, but should be in stable relationships, and single people are very welcome to apply. What is really essential is commitment, lots of energy and patience.

There is no doubt that it is a major step, it can be hard work and very demanding, but the rewards can be immense. We want to encourage people who may never have considered adopting to think about what they have to offer.

Barnardo’s has more than 100 years’ experience of finding families for children. We specialise in finding adoptive families for children who tend to wait longer to be matched with adopters, including older children, disabled children and children with learning difficulties, and children from black and minority ethnic backgrounds.

We also work hard to help keep brothers and sisters together when they are adopted.

In return, we offer extensive preparation and training to adopters and provide a high level of emotional, practical and legal support to children and their adoptive families for as long as may be necessary after the adoption has taken place.

If you are interested in finding out more about adopting through Barnardo’s North-East, please ring us for a chat and we can send you more information.

The number to call is 0191-492- 9000. We look forward to hearing from you.

Steve Oversby, Barnardo’s North-East.