How we support you in adoption
Once you are approved as an
adopter your social worker will keep in touch and let you know
about children who need families. It is not a question of who is at
the top of the list, but which child or children "fit" best with
which approved individual or family.Once a child has been identified as a possible match, your
social worker and the child's social worker will meet with you to
explain about the child's background and needs. You will also
receive a written report about the child to ensure you have all the
necessary information to enable you to decide whether you wish to
proceed.
Once you have been provisionally matched with a child or
children, the Adoption Panel has to recommend whether you are the
right family for that particular child.
Should there be no suitable matches available within
Peterborough, we will, after three months, search regionally
and ensure your name is added to the Adoption Register of
prospective adopters. Adopters approved by
Peterborough City Council often have children placed from other
areas.
Bringing up an adopted child is not always easy and from time
to time you may need support or advice. You can request to be
assessed for a whole range of support services before and after the
Adoption Order has been made. We are here to support you and your
adopted child.