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Adoption factsheets

Here you will find our factsheets about various topics related to adoption. We have many more factsheets and resources including webinars, community groups and our Adoption Today magazine in the membership area. To find out more about membership, see the link below:

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Adoption support

Adoption support

At AUK, we campaign for better support for adopted people and adoptive families. Find out more about what’s available and how to access it. Read more

Published: 12th December, 2022

Updated: 5th January, 2023

Author: Kirsty Folan

Behaviour & development

Behaviour & development

Early trauma and pre-birth experiences can lead to behavioural and developmental conditions. Find out more here. Read more

Published: 12th December, 2022

Updated: 5th January, 2023

Author: Kirsty Folan

Fostering & early permanence

Fostering & early permanence

These factsheets will take you through the process and considerations to make if you're thinking about adopting a child you foster. Read more

Published: 9th December, 2022

Updated: 12th December, 2022

Author: Kirsty Folan

Special Guardianship Orders

Special Guardianship Orders

A Special Guardianship Order (SGO) is an order appointing one or two individuals, sometimes relatives, to be a child’s ‘Special Guardian'. Read more

Published: 5th January, 2023

Author: Kirsty Folan

The adoption process

The adoption process

These factsheets will take you through what to expect at each stage of the adoption process, from finding an agency to matching your family with a child. Read more

Published: 9th December, 2022

Updated: 5th January, 2023

Author: Kirsty Folan

Your family & adoption

Your family & adoption

Your social worker will want to know that you’ve thought about all aspects of family life, from social media to school. These factsheets will help you prepare. Read more

Published: 9th December, 2022

Updated: 13th January, 2023

Author: Kirsty Folan

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