Adopters and prospective adopters can become members of We Are Family for FREE. We are a small charity and rely on donations to keep our support free and available to every family. You can help by making a donation here. We offer mutual support, information, and inspiration to adopters and those considering adoption through:
- Parent-Led Social and Support Groups
- Volunteering Opportunities and Bespoke Training
- Our Member Hub, featuring WAF Talks and other Resources
- ‘Adoption Shared’ Podcast
- Blog & News
We seek to connect people at the same stage in their adoptive journey, so they can build strong relationships and networks of peers, as well as creating opportunities to hear the experiences of others at different stages.
We were founded in 2013 by adopters who had experienced first-hand the lack of peer support available. Becoming a family through adoption can bring its own unique set of challenges, as your child joins your family with an identity and a history of their own. Sharing problems, insights, frustrations and laughs with other people who have similar experiences can be invaluable.
As a small charity, we rely on donations to keep this support free and open to all. Feelings of anxiety and isolation can be overwhelming for new parents, and talking to someone who has been through a similar experience can be a lifeline. Your support helps us welcome new families into our community and ensures they can access workshops, events, peer groups, and practical resources when they need them most.
Every family deserves the best support available. A one-off donation helps fund WAF Plus events, Wild Days Out, webinars, blogs, and the connections that make adoption feel less lonely.
With your help we can support the next generation of adoptive families.
Donate to help us continue to provide our free workshops, events, and resources.
