Understanding the Adoption Process with Mum Heather and Social Worker Jen

The adoption process is something that all prospective adopters undertake, but at Adoption Counts we appreciate it can feel like a maze of emotions, paperwork and big decisions.In this episode we do a deep dive into what becoming an adopter really involves, from the initial decision to adopt, to the training, the assessment and challenges faced along the way.In this episode we are joined by adopter, Heather, who shares her experience of the process as a single adopter to now being a mum of two. She explains what it was like for her along with top tips about going through the process.Heather is joined by one of our recruitment and assessment social workers, Jen, who explores what the different stages in the process are, why they are important and what social workers are looking for.Whether you're considering adoption, already on the journey, or just curious, this episode will give you a candid and informative look into what it takes to make the life changing decision to adopt.