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Tips for Summer activities for children

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With so much time left to entertain the kids this summer before they go back to school, we have put together a few links which will see you through to September. Check out Kids Days Out, specify your area and it will bring up lots of exciting places to visit near you....

Sue celebrates 10 years at YAA

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Hi, I’m Sue and I’m likely to be the first person at the agency that you will speak with about your wish to adopt. I know how daunting it can be picking up the phone to ring or by sending your email but I’m here to try and make adoption easier and more accessible to...

New VAA Advice Guide from Black and other diverse ethnicity families

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Families urgently needed to adopt children of Black and other diverse ethnicities VOLUNTARY adoption agencies across the UK have joined forces to find more adoptive parents for children of Black and other diverse ethnicities who are waiting for a family. Children of...

Unplug and Reconnect: 10 Screen-Free Activities for Families, Kids, and Adults

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Recognising the need for balance, Screen-Free Week offers a refreshing opportunity to step back from entertainment screens and immerse ourselves in real-world experiences. Celebrated annually during the first week of May, this global initiative encourages individuals...

What is the Adoption & Special Guardianship Support Fund?

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The Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund (ASGSF) is a vital initiative by the UK government, designed to provide therapeutic support to children who have been adopted or are under special guardianship orders. On 1st April 2025, Children’s Minister,...

Adoption: where do I start?

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I want to adopt but I’m not sure where to begin. “Where do I start?” is one of the most common questions for people starting their adoption journey, closely followed by, “Who do I work with?” This blog post will hopefully explain the differences between the two...