adopt south west
Adoption is a way of providing the security, permanency and the love of a new
family when it is not possible for a child to be raised by his/her birth parents
or within the birth family. When you adopt you legally acquire full parental
responsibility for the child, just like any other parent. It’s a lifelong
commitment which means sticking with it through the difficult times, as well as
the good. Adoption is a way of making a real difference to a child, by giving
them the love, stability and safe nurturing environment every child deserves.
After adoption, all rights and responsibilities are transferred from the
original parents to the adoptive parents. The child assumes the surname of the
new parents, receives an adoption certificate to replace their birth certificate
and becomes a permanent and full member of the new family. We believe that the
stability of a forever family gives children the best possible chance of
realising their full potential. Training and support will be provided to help
you prepare for adoption and this support is continued for as long as you feel
it is needed. Adopt South West aims to find safe, secure, permanent homes for
children who are unable to live with their birth families. We work in
partnership with Devon County Council, Plymouth City Council, Somerset County
Council and Torbay Council.