Within Adopt South West, we are firmly of the belief that you as parents are the experts in your own families and you know and understand your children’s needs far better than any professional could ever hope to. As such, we feel that you are far better placed to receive the correspondence from birth families, read these and make the decision as to whether the letters are appropriate and will support your child’s well-being now or whether you will store them for the future. Adopt South West will therefore be changing the practice of reading correspondence before it is sent on to you as of the 1st April 2025.
Birth families
Helpful hints and tips for writing Keeping in Touch letters (Letterbox)
We all know how important keeping in touch (Letterbox) letters are for children in supporting them to build a full sense of identity and belonging. Being open and honest about adoption and their connectedness to both their adoptive family and birth family builds a foundation for their future.
New birth family services mapping project launched
The Family Rights Group has recently launched a groundbreaking project to map support services for birth families in England. These services include advice, peer-to-peer support, and therapeutic assistance.
Cornwall Council adoption service to join Adopt South West
Cornwall Council’s adoption service, which also covers the Isles of Scilly, is to join the Regional Adoption Agency, Adopt South West, from April 2024.
Support groups for birth mothers
We provide a safe, caring space where you can feel supported and listened to by others who have shared similar experiences. At the same time, we want you to be able to have some fun and enjoy the group.