Donate Search Menu Learn about adoption The adoption process From your first contact through to approval, here’s what to expect when you get in touch Get your information pack Starting your adoption journey is simple All you need to do is get in touch. Once you have made an enquiry, we will email you an information pack. Our team will then follow up with a call to check you have all you need. Join an information event Once we’ve had a chat, we’ll ask you to join an information event. It’s a chance for you to ask questions in an informal setting and get to know us a bit better. Afterwards, you’ll meet a social worker who will go over your circumstances in a bit more detail. If we both feel adoption is the right choice, you move onto stage 1. Throughout this journey, Action for Children has provided the support and care we needed to find our son. The three adoption stages Stage 1: Learning about you (two months) Stage 2: Your assessment (four months) Stage 3: Approval, matching and placement Your first weeks and months The beginning will be exciting, new and emotional. It will also be tiring, and you’ll worry a lot. Read about Zara's experience getting her children "settled in". We’ll be there to answer your questions, reassure you and offer you guidance. Interested in adopting? Request your information pack or call us on 07921 404465 Get your info pack Share this page Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Copy link You may also like Learn about adoption Find out if you can adopt, how long the process is, and what support you’ll get from us "Are they settled in yet?": Zara's adoption story 21 October 2020 Start your adoption journey Request your adoption pack Safe and happy childhood Action for Children protects and supports children and young people, providing practical and emotional care and support, ensuring their voices are heard, and campaigning to bring lasting improvements to their lives. Jobs Blog Newsletter Media centre Contact us Accessibility Privacy policy Cookie policy Terms and conditions Make a difference, help us change lives Donate now Follow us Registered address, 3 The Boulevard, Ascot Road, Watford, WD18 8AG. Action for Children is a charity (1097940/SC038092) and a company limited by guarantee (England and Wales No. 04764232). © Action for Children 2021 We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website and improve our marketing. By using our website you agree to our use of cookies. You can change your settings at any time. Cookies Settings