Myth:
I’m LGBTQ+ so that could be a barrier to me adopting a child

We would love to hear from members of the LGBTQ+ community who would like to find out more about adoption.  If you could provide a loving and safe forever home, get in touch, we’d be happy to answer any questions you may have and support you on your adoption journey. 

Myth:
I work full time and I’m not sure I can afford to adopt a child 

Your employment and income will not automatically rule you out from becoming an adopter.  You can read more about financial support for adoptive families in our guide.

Myth:
I have children of my own so I can’t adopt

If you have children living at home or who have grown up, this will not automatically rule you out to adopt.  We’ll talk to you about your children, their ages and the age of a child or brothers and sisters that you wish to adopt.  From there we can discuss if adoption is right for you and your family.    You can create a personalised plan to see if adoption is right for you.

Myth:
I’ve not had children of my own so I can’t adopt

You do not need to have had children of your own to adopt.  We’ll talk to you about your experience of caring for children, it may be that you need to increase your experience, but we would be happy to talk to anyone considering adoption to give you more advice on your next steps in your adoption journey. 

Myth:
I have a disability so I can’t adopt

Having a disability will not automatically rule you out. We will talk to you about your disability, how it affects your day to day life and the age of the child that you would like to adopt. Anyone who applies to adopt, will complete a medical with their GP, and the information will be reviewed as part of the assessment to become an adopter.  If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call, we’d be happy to have an informal chat with you.

Myth:
I rent my home so I can’t adopt a child

You don’t need to own your home to adopt. If you have the space and a secure agreement on your home, you could apply to adopt. Learn more about who can adopt.

Myth:
I have a criminal record so I can’t adopt a child

This is not always true but very much depends on the criminal record.  If you, or someone living in your household, has a caution or conviction regarding children or sexual offences then we will not be able to support your application to adopt.  The best thing to do is give us a call, be honest with us and talk to us about your record.  We can then give you advice on the possibility of you being able to adopt or not. 

Myth:
I’m a recent resident to the UK so I can’t adopt

If you have been a legal resident in the UK, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man for at least 12 months, you could apply to adopt.  Learn more about who can adopt.

Myth:
I have dogs or other pets so I can’t adopt

Animals can be soothing and great companions for children.  We will just need to consider the number and type of pets that you have, and if they are safe for children to be around.  If you would like to adopt and have pets, give us a call and tell us about them, we are happy to talk it through with you.