Support Events

Upcoming Support Groups 2024

To book on to our Support Groups which are held both virtually and face to face please keep an eye on our mailing list or email us at adoptnortheast@adoptne.org.uk

Sexual abuse and sexual exploitation

Hear from an experienced therapist, Charlie Faram, in discussing issues relating to sexual abuse and sexual exploitation in a safe space.

11th November 2024 6.30 – 8pm (in -person)

Single adopters/ Tips for surviving Christmas

A talk by Julie McCormack from Solo Adopters Social, Support and Information (SASSI) about her experience as a single adopter.

9th December 2024 6.30 – 8pm (in person)

Early Permanence Support Group 

 Adopt North East are committed to offering Early Permanence Placements for children, and to do this successfully our Early Permanence Carers need to feel supported and prepared. The EP support group runs on a 6 weekly basis 8-9pm on a Wednesday, via Teams. Future sessions are being held on 6th Nov 2024, 18th Dec 2024, 29th Jan 2025, 12th March 2025 – reminders will be sent out one week before these sessions. Email adoptnortheast@adoptne.org.uk to sign up

 The group welcomes individuals who have an interest in Early Permanence (including individuals before and after approval who are awaiting an EP match), as well as current EP carers and those who have been EP carers previously. 

 Caring for a child under Early Permanence is a unique experience with many rewards, and some challenges. The Early Permanence Support Group aims to offer people an additional space where they can come and share their journey, experiences or worries with other people who have either expanded their family through Early Permanence, or those who hope to do so in the future!