What is it like to adopt? That is the question Aspire, the adoption agency for Dorset Council, has asked adopters as part of a new short film to encourage people across the county to consider adoption.
The new film features adopters across Dorset talking about their experiences of what it is like to adopt, as well as talking about how adoption has changed their lives and how their children have made amazing progress with their development. There is even a perspective from a grandad about the joys of being an adoptive grandparent.
Aspire is hoping that the film inspires others to think about adoption.
Allan Charlton, Aspire’s Service Manager says:
“There are many children across the county who need an adoptive family and I appeal to anyone who has been thinking about adoption to give us a call, or to find out more by visiting our website. We are always looking to speak to potential adopters for children of all ages, but in particular we would like to speak to anyone considering adopting siblings, children aged 4 or over and children with additional needs.
We hear all sorts of myths about who can adopt, but you will find that the majority of people can adopt. To adopt you have to be at least 21, and it does not matter what your relationship status is, what your ethnic or religious background is, and it does not matter what your gender or sexuality is. You can adopt. What is important is that we need people who can give a safe and loving home to a child.”
Aspire is asking anyone who is considering adoption to give them a call on 0300 123 9868 for an informal chat. More information about adoption can be found on the Aspire website www.aspireadoption.co.uk or on their social media pages, where you will also be able to see the film featuring adopters talking about their experiences.
Dorset Council’s fostering service is also urging people to consider fostering a local child. Their aim is to keep local children and young people in the county they call home – close to family, friends, their schools, and the places that are important to them. To do this, we need more people to foster with Dorset Council.
Dorset Council is looking for foster carers from all walks of life and backgrounds and offers 24/7 wrap-around support and training to all their foster carers, alongside a weekly allowance. To find out more, head to www.fosterwithdorsetcouncil.com, subscribe to the fostering newsletter or download an information pack.
