We offer a wide range of services and support for adopters in the UK including therapeutic support from our experienced PATH team, education resources, training courses, community support via our memberships, forums and community groups.
If you need immediate help, contact our Information and Support Line:
Information and support line
We have a strong community at Adoption UK with regular virtual community groups, meet-ups and events. Read more
The PATH team deliver a range of psychological therapies, drawing from a variety of approaches and expertise including therapeutic life story work, attachment, trauma, neurodiversity, trauma-informed parenting, non-violent resistance, DDP and sensory integration. They also offer therapy for adults looking for support with issues such as loss, identity and managing relationships. Read more
Welcoming a previously looked after child into your family comes with a unique set of joys and challenges. The early years are an important and special time for development, building relationships and establishing routines. This page is full of real stories, information and guidance tailored to the needs of preschool-age children. We'll be with you every step of the way as you begin to find your rhythm as a new family. Read more
A series of factsheets on topics such as post-adoption depression, therapeutic parenting and post-adoption support. Read more
Are you thinking about adopting? Here you'll find real stories, guidance, information and things to consider about the adoption process. Read more
FASD Hub UK provide a support service for adults with FASD, adoptive and biological parents, foster carers, kinship carers and step parents across Scotland, and the professionals who work with and support these families. Read more
The Adoption & Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF) is available to adopters throughout England. The fund was established because many families need some kind of therapeutic support following adoption and too many have struggled to get the help they need in the past. We are campaigning for long term funding for adopters in all four nations. Read more
We provide education resources including videos, free downloads and workshops. Read more
See how we can help you with our range of training courses across the UK. Learn from experienced adopters and professionals with plenty of time to ask questions. Read more