Louise Ridout, our Family Practitioner at Adopt South West, gives us her review of Betsy’s guide that offers a deeper understanding and practical ideas for support around shame.
Month: February 2023
Lifting a parent out of loneliness
An adoptive parent from our Co-Production Group shares how sometimes reaching out to each other with as little as three words can make a big difference.
Adoption, it’s a family thing
You might expect the Head of a regional adoption agency to be proud of the work they and their team do, but for Kath Drescher, Head of Adopt South West, adoption has been her life.
Tips on supporting wellbeing
Healthy eating, exercise and sleep can all reduce stress
Education Spotlight: EHCP SOS?
Register now to receive a FREE support pack which takes you on a journey through the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process!
Guidance to support children being away from school, or to support a part-time timetable in school
Guidance on how to support school attendance where there is a pupil experiencing social, emotional or mental health issues.
Link Up! Connecting young adopted people
Link Up! is a casual group organised by Psychology Associates to help connect adopted young people between the ages of 16 to 24 who currently use or have previously used their service.
Visit from Sarah Jennings from the Department for Education
On Thursday 2 February, we were honoured to be visited by Sarah Jennings, Deputy Director Adoption, Family Justice and children’s rights, from the Department for Education.