National Adoption Week 2008
10-16 November
As we prepare to mark National Adoption Week, Hackney’s Adoption and Fostering Unit says the need for permanent families for children in the borough is as great as ever.
Hackney’s Adoption and Fostering Unit is looking for loving supportive committed families for children from Black, Asian and dual heritage backgrounds, siblings, and children with development problems. They welcome applications from all communities, particularly the black minority ethnic community from the local area and neighbouring boroughs.
Councillor Rita Krishna, Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, said: “Every child is special anddeserves to grow up in a loving, secure family.
“The process for becoming an adoptive parent is rigorous,and thatis as it should be. But please don’t think we’ll turn you down because you’re over 40, for example, single, or don’t own your own home.What we really need are people who canoffer care and love. People who can help a childrecover from the reasons why they came in to care and can help them go on to thrive.
“Initially, we are simply asking people to come forward and find out more about adoption. If you think you might have what it takes, please get in touch.”
Find out more
Adoption Open Day
Tuesday 11 November, 2-8pm
West Ham Football Club
Green Street
Upton Park
E13 9AZ
Adopters and members of the Adoption team will be on hand to answer all your questions about adoption and talk about the reasons why children need adoption; the children who need loving families and the type of support that is available for you and your family.
There will also be information stalls, a short presentation which will run throughout the day and refreshments.
For more information about the event or adoption in Hackney call 020 8356 6320; email adoption@hackney.gov.uk, see the Hackney Adoption pages or visit www.thinkadoption.org
Page updated: 4 Nov 2008