ADOPTION WEEK : Can You Help A Child Thrive In A New Home

Adoption staff from East Riding of Yorkshire Council are holding a series of information sessions to encourage more people to consider adopting a child.

As part of National Adoption Week (16 to 22 October), staff will be at venues in Beverley, Market Weighton and Haltemprice to talk to people who may be considering adoption, to hand out leaflets and to answer any questions they may have.

The team is particularly interested in single people and couples who are willing to consider adopting siblings and children with additional needs.

Ian Wilson, adoption manager, said;

“There are no blanket bans in adoption, so please don’t think we’ll turn you down because you are single or don’t own your own home. What we really need are people who can help a child thrive in their new family and help them meet their full potential.”

Councillor Julie Abraham, portfolio holder for children, young people and education, said:

“National Adoption Week is so important in reminding people about the backgrounds of the children waiting for adoption and the difference adoption can make to a child’s life. We know from existing adoptive families that it can be hard work, but the rewards are huge. This is a chance to transform a child’s life forever.”

Information stands will be held at the following venues and times:-

Tuesday 17 October, Tesco store in Beverley, 9.30am to 1pm

Wednesday 18 October, Tesco store in Market Weighton, 1 to 4.30pm

Saturday 21 October, East Riding Leisure Haltemprice, 9.30am to 12 noon.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council and the other local authorities in the North Yorkshire and Humber area have combined to form a single regional adoption agency to benefit adopters and children waiting for adoption, called One Adoption North and Humber.

This will provide a one-stop regional adoption service, but staff will continue to deliver adoption services at a local level, ensuring continuity of care and support for children and families.