Scotland

Services

  • Community Groups Scotland

    Our community groups are safe spaces to connect and share with others who 'get it'. Read more

  • FASD Hub Scotland

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  • Helpline

    A service for everyone affected by adoption, we are on hand to offer information and advice around every stage of the adoption process. Read more

  • Kinship Care Advice Service for Scotland

    KCASS provides advice and support for kinship care families in Scotland. Read more

  • Library

    An Edinburgh based library to complement the main Lending Library Read more

  • Our Services for Agencies in Scotland

    We offer a range of commissionable services designed by adopters for adopters – helping agencies to provide practical support for the families and children in their care and help them flourish. Read more

  • Supporting Education and Schools

    Education plays a huge part in the lives of adopted children and young people. As parents, we’re expected to understand the school system, feel prepared for the challenges it presents, and be aware of strategies to overcome these challenges – which can sometimes feel confusing or overwhelming. Read more

  • TESSA in Scotland

    TESSA (Therapeutic, Education and Support Services) in Scotland is an early intervention programme that helps adoptive parents achieve better outcomes for their children. Read more

  • The #E Project

    The #E Project was launched in summer 2021 to engage with and empower people who have been adopted, live in kinship care, or have FASD. Read more

  • Training and Support

    Face-to-face and online workshops for parents and professionals, delivered by our expert trainers. Read more

Resources

  • Blog

    For Scotland related blogs visit our Latest blogs page, and filter by Scotland. Read more

  • Factsheets, videos and podcasts

    Information, advice and guidance about a range of topics related to adoption in Scotland. Read more

  • Let's Learn Together - Scotland

    A handy guide for parents and teachers of adopted children in primary school in Scotland Read more

  • Mapping Adoption Support in Scotland

    Use this guide to find information about what support is available in your local area. Read more

  • The Adoption Journey

    How to navigate the bumps in the road and to make sure you don't do it alone. Read more

Campaigning

  • Make your pledge

    Please help us influence the politicians who make decisions about adoption policy, by asking your MSP to pledge their support for an equal chance for adopted people. Read more