Every child deserves to grow up in a loving family

How adoption works

Adoption is a way of providing new families for children who cannot be looked after by their birth parents and need to belong to a new family.

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Therapeutic Adoption Support Service

The dedicated team from our Therapeutic Adoption Support Service are there to support our families through the journey of adoption, as well as providing ongoing support for life!

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Author: Vanessa Martyn

Sisters in need of a loving home. Could you be their family?

We are looking for a loving home for a 4 year old little girl, and her 6 year old sister who has complex health and care needs. Find out more about them on our special webpage.

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Author: Nicola Storey

ARC Adoption's stats
relating to children and families:

 23

23 new families created over the last 12 months, with 22 boys and 5 girls now enjoying a loving and nurturing family.

 2410

Latest ASG stats report that 2410 children are waiting to be adopted in England today, and 49% are part of a brother & sister group.

 1 in 4 

In 2023, 1 in 4 of the families who started the adoption process with us identified as LGBTQ+.

Latest events

  • Virtual Adoption Information Event - Thursday 1st August 2024

    If you are interested in finding out more about adopting, our information events are a great way to get all of your questions answered in a friendly and informal environment. Read more

  • Theraplay Workshop - Saturday 3rd August 2024

    ARC's approved adopters are invited to join us for a practical and playful Theraplay workshop. Read more

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