Adopt with pride

Families for Children, based in Devon, ran a hugely successful campaign last year in encouraging LGBT+ people to come forward to adopt. Ruth Marriott, Families for Children CEO, said: ‘Being part of the LGBT+ community is not a barrier to being considered as an adopter. Families for Children welcome all potential adopters, regardless of sexual orientation or marital status. We know many people from the LGBT+ community, as a result of their own experiences, possess key skills like patience, resilience and strength, which help you understand and parent the children waiting for adopted families.’ 

Joe and Reece adopted a sibling group of three through Families for Children. Joe said: ‘Adoption for us has been a life changing experience. We do know as we get older there will be different challenges that will come up and certain situations, but the main thing is we have the support from our adoption agency, our families and friends and other adoptive families. You know you’re not alone and that’s the fundamental thing for us, especially adopting a sibling group.’ 

Families for Children is the alternative to regional adoption agencies and local authorities across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset. A warm welcome awaits those considering adoption from a team of experienced social workers and family support workers.  For more details call 01364 645480 or visit https://familiesforchildren.org.uk/lgbtqadoption/