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Children’s charity, voluntary adoption agency, covering the North of England, we offer ongoing support & training to families. Our not-for-profit fostering agency, Foster Care Matters, launched in 2024. #AdoptionMatters #FosterCareMatters

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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 17m
By participating in the #AdoptionMatters Lottery, you’re doing much more than entering a draw – you’re standing with children who need a safe, loving home 🫶 Interested in getting involved? Here is everything you need to know ⤵️ 🔗 buff.ly/rAGw6E2 - #Adoption #ChildrensCharity #Lottery
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 20h
Our October events calendar is looking busy, with two Online Adoption Information Events and a Centre for Fostering and Adoption Support webinar all coming up this month 🧡 Want to find out more? Visit: buff.ly/BY3fwWF - #YouCanAdopt #Adoption #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
April had concerns that some of her circumstances might stop her from adopting, but she soon learned that wasn't the case 🧡 Don't make assumptions about your suitability - get in touch with our friendly team and have a chat. 👉️ Find out how to contact us: buff.ly/brqCDpN - #YouCanAdopt
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
✨ Feeling inspired by the launch of #EveryDayIsEverything, the new #YouCanAdopt campaign? If you've been thinking about adoption and want to find out more, join us at our next Online Adoption Information Event taking place next Saturday 💙 🔗 Register: buff.ly/9nmOkDp - #Adoption #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Say hello to Christina and Ed 👋 For their family, it's the everyday moments that mean the most - from Jasmine's first smile each morning to the final "love you" before bed 🧡 💫 Find out more about how #YouCanAdopt: buff.ly/WjbF6sy - #EveryDayIsEverything #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
One of our Centre for Fostering and #Adoption Support (CFAS) webinars is coming your way...💜 Find out more details and book on here: buff.ly/aTSoWsk - #Webinar #AdoptionSupport
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Taylor and her partner, Liam, welcomed their son into their family earlier this year 🏡 The number 4 is special to them as they've shared four special holidays together - including one with their son’s #FosterFamily 🫶 More here: buff.ly/CWdXoE1 - #YouCanAdopt #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
A huge congratulations to the five amazing runners who took on the #WarringtonRunningFestival on Sunday to raise funds for our #ChldrensCharity 🧡 🔗 Read more and see more photos here: buff.ly/SlUeB04 - #Charity #AdoptionCommunity
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
We love this quote from our adopter, Yvonne 🧡 #AdoptionMatters is there for our families every step of the way. Want to find out more about us? Here is how you can ⤵️ 🔗 Visit our website: www.adoptionmatters.org 📱 Message us on WhatsApp on 07789 478 201 ☎️ Call us on freephone: 0300 123 1066
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Today's the day of the #WarringtonRunningFestival 👟 We wish the very best of luck to Charlotte and Annie, two members of our amazing team, and our wonderful supporters, Helen and Kath, who are all representing #AdoptionMatters 🧡 You can show them some support and donate here: buff.ly/2Dz9BAG
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
For Roxy and Judy, the number 7 represents the seven foster families Roxy lived with before being adopted by her mum, Judy 🫶 Every family's journey is unique, no two families are the same, but it's the everyday moments of love, trust and togetherness that truly make a family ❤️ 🔗 buff.ly/TI6bR3M
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
The #WarringtonRunningFestival takes place this Sunday 🙌 Charlotte and Annie, two members of our fantastic team, will be representing #AdoptionMatters at this year's event. Joining them are two of our incredible supporters, Helen and Kath 🧡 Find their #fundraising pages here: buff.ly/2Dz9BAG
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
This upcoming Tuesday (22 September) you have the opportunity to come along to our Meet the Adopter event and chat with Qadeer 🧡 Join us at 7:00pm and hear more about Qadeer's #adoption journey with #AdoptionMatters. 👉️ Register your place at: buff.ly/XbdKbol - #Siblings #YouCanAdopt
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
👋 Meet some of the families taking part in the new You Can Adopt campaign, Every Day is Everything. The campaign reminds us that the everyday moments we often take for granted can mean everything to a child waiting for a family. 🫶 Thinking about #adoption? Reach out to our team: buff.ly/5VaiaV4
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Celebrate our #GreatNorthRun runners with us 🧡 Last Sunday, Tine, Dan and David went the distance for #AdoptionMatters. By doing so, they have together raised around £3,000 for our #ChildrensCharity - and we could not be more thankful 🫶 ➡️ Their fundraising pages are still open: buff.ly/oBxcN4Y
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Up next at #AdoptionMatters is our Adopting a Baby or Toddler: Exploring Early Permanence Event 🫶 This online information event is a convenient way to learn more about this route to #adoption - an approach our #ChildrensCharity has long‑standing expertise in. 🧡 You can register: buff.ly/qvLMFiK
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
It's #GreatNorthRun Day 🙌 Good luck David, Dan and Tine who are running on behalf of our #ChildrensCharity - we’re cheering you on every step of the way 🧡 We couldn't be more grateful to our three runners for their incredible support and dedication. 👉️ Show them some love: buff.ly/j4DA8DT
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
"Playing the #AdoptionMatters charity lottery was a no brainer – we know that it helps to provide the charity with a sustainable income, meaning families like us receive excellent support." 🧡 We love this quote from one of our charity #lottery players 💫 🔗 buff.ly/4FK4Xd4 - #CharityLottery
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Today our social media accounts are being operated with much less pizazz than usual. Our resident social media wizard, Super Duper Dan, is busy celebrating a milestone birthday, so if today's content feels slightly less super and slightly less duper... now you know why. 😉 Happy Birthday Dan! 🎂🎈👑
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
This week, the Growing Families Together campaign which we are part of, alongside other #adoption agencies across the North West, featured on Bolton FM shining a spotlight #AdoptionNorthWest and Early Permanence 📻️ 🎧️ Listen to the 11am audio - it starts at 16 minutes in: buff.ly/m4dTRvw
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
👟 This weekend is #GreatNorthRun weekend! We're thrilled to have three incredible runners representing #AdoptionMatters as they take on the world's biggest half marathon. 🫶 Read about our runners and see how you can support them: buff.ly/j4DA8DT - #Fundraising #Charity
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
#AdoptionMatters is delighted to present our Achievement Report for 2025/26 🧡 This report showcases the impact of our work over the past year, highlighting the services and support we have delivered to families, children, and adopted adults. Take a read: buff.ly/YfjcPIS - #Adoption
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
September is free Will writing month 🧡 Writing a Will can feel daunting, especially with the perceived associated costs, but during September, there is an opportunity to have your Will written for free. You can find out more on our Legacy page: buff.ly/YsrxphC - #SeptemberFreeWills #LegacyGiving
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
There is another chance to meet one of our adopters this month 🧡 At this event, you will meet Qadeer, who adopted his three children through #AdoptionMatters. 👉️ Visit this link to register: buff.ly/rfHuEmH - #YouCanAdopt #Adoption
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
A reminder that you can now contact us on WhatsApp 🫶 Our enquiry team is active on the platform from Monday until Friday between 9:30am and 4:30pm. As always when you contact #AdoptionMatters, there's never any pressure to attend any events or complete any forms right away 🧡 - #YouCanAdopt
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Stacey is right - being a single adopter is not an obstacle 🫶 In fact, for some children, a solo adopter can be exactly what they need. Stacey adopted her son through #EarlyPermanence (EP) and is sharing her experience as part of the latest #AdoptionNorthWest campaign. ✨️ buff.ly/uZsDurS
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Good luck to all of the children and young people who are starting their new journeys over the next few days and weeks 🧡 New chapters bring new opportunities and we’re rooting for every single one of them 💫 - #School #Education #Adoption #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
💭 "What if I'm not enough to adopt?" If you've ever had that thought, you're not alone. But the truth is, you don't need to be perfect to become a parent. More about #EarlyPermanence: www.adoptionnorthwest.co.uk - #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Our Centre for Fostering and Adoption Support (CFAS) understands that many children who have spent time in care can face challenges as a result of thir early life experiences 🫶 🔗 Read more about the service: buff.ly/0TsUvH2 - #AdoptionSupport #Adoption #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Some children who require #adoption may have shared bedrooms before, but we know how important it is for them to have their own bedroom when joining your family 🧡 We never underestimate the sense of value and importance that having a space to call your own can mean. More: buff.ly/CfSLV0M
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Last year, stats shown...⤵️ Every child deserves the chance to grow up feeling safe and secure and this is why we have joined up with other #adoption agencies across the #NorthWest to raise awareness of #EarlyPermanence. 💫 More: buff.ly/EHVE1NR - #AdoptionNorthWest #GrowingFamiliesTogether
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Learn more about #EarlyPermanence (EP) with Adoption Matters ✨️ EP is where children in care are placed at the earliest opportunity with adopters who are also approved as #FosterParents. 🧡 Register for this event: buff.ly/RPt4tv2 - #YouCanAdopt #Adoption #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
💭 “We really believed in the ethos of #EarlyPermanence - we felt it was clearly much better for the child.” Our amazing adopters, Rachael and Paul, adopted all three of their children through Early Permanence. Could you offer a child that same start in life? 🧡 buff.ly/EHVE1NR #AdoptionNorthWest
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Sarah reaches new heights for #AdoptionMatters in loving memory of Ethan 🫶 On Saturday 15 August, our adopter Sarah Hopes, made the trek up to Snowdon and back to raise funds for our #ChildrensCharity. ➡️ Find out more about her incredible support: buff.ly/O5LR11M - #Fundraising #Charity
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Support our #ChildrensCharity through the #AdoptionMatters Lottery 🫶 Your support can help us offer more enhanced support services to our families. 👉 Want to find out more? Visit: buff.ly/cscd3B9 - #Charity #Lottery
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Come to our next Online #Adoption Information Event 💫 Join us from the comfort of your home and allow our team to share a presentation with you, walk you through the adoption process and explain the ongoing support that we offer. 🧡 Register: buff.ly/IFaia8S - #YouCanAdopt #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Neurodiversity is not a barrier 🧡 #AdoptionMatters focuses on your ability to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for a child. 💫 Read more information on #neurodiversity and adoption: buff.ly/VJ6Z7JA - #YouCanAdopt #AdoptionMatters #Neurodiversity
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Sending our very best of luck to everyone getting their GCSE results today 🫶 Exam season is tough, but you got through it - and that’s something to be proud of. If your grades aren’t exactly what you hoped for, don’t panic. They’re just one part of your story and they do not define you 🧡
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
September is packed with chances to explore #adoption with #AdoptionMatters 🧡 Whether you're thinking about adopting either now or in the future, then we would love to see you at one, or more, of these events. 👉 You can register your place and find out more here: buff.ly/kAfWz7F - #YouCanAdopt
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
A stat related to our waiting times 🧡 If you’ve ever felt even a small pull toward giving a child safety, love and a place to belong through #adoption then it might be worth exploring. ➡️ Get one of our free, no obligation, information packs: buff.ly/1rOYV5p - #YouCanAdopt #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Looking for "The One"? No, not that one... your adoption agency!😊 Our latest #blog explores what to look for when choosing an #adoption agency, what questions to ask and why it's important to find the right fit for you and your family. Take a read: buff.ly/WTnmoIy - #Adoption #YouCanAdopt
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Celebrate Andy with us 🧡 This year, Andy set himself the remarkable challenge of running over 100 miles across 10 different events in support of our #ChildrensCharity - and he is absolutely smashing it! 🔗 Find his fundraising page here: buff.ly/KS8jVnd - #Adoption #Fundraising
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Great news - we've got another Meet the Adopter event coming up this September 🙌 This time, you will have the opportunity to speak to Qadeer, who adopted three children through #AdoptionMatters. 👉 Sign up: buff.ly/XT3mMDT - #YouCanAdopt #Adoption
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Throwing it back to when Cat, one of our Social Workers, hosted a #YouCanAdopt podcast with Emma and Mike - one of our wonderful families 🎙️ Within the episide, real experiences of preparing to welcome their two children home are discussed and common misconceptions are unpacked. 🎧️ buff.ly/ygRi8Nr
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
To everyone opening their A‑Level results today - good luck 🧡 Remember, grades are just one part of your story. Be proud of yourself, no matter what the sheet of paper says. Keep going, keep growing, and be kind to yourself 🌟 - #ALevel #ALevelResultsDay2026 #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
With the summer holidays now in full swing, we thought now might be a good time to remind everybody about our free-to-view Online Training Videos...🙌 A number of topics are covered - from Neurodiversity and Autism, Sleep Issues, Sensory Modulation and more. 📹️ Check them out here: buff.ly/eXzkGLN
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
The income that our #lottery generates enables us to offer more support to our families 🧡 💫 With a commitment to stand beside our families at every stage, #AdoptionMatters provides specialised support groups, therapeutic services and training programmes. Play today: buff.ly/JMvtCTO
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
More opportunities for you to learn more about #adoption...💫 Thinking about adopting either now or in the future? Come along to one of these events and speak to our team. Here's a link register: www.adoptionmatters.org/event/ - #YouCanAdopt #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
This is Heather and Dan - two of our adopters who welcomed their son into their family when he was 16 months old 🫶 They are a #BlendedFamily, as Heather has two teenage daughters, with Dan playing a big role in their lives. 🔗 Read their story: buff.ly/xLCGOXn - #YouCanAdopt #AdoptionMatters
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Adoption Matters @adoptionmatters.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
We understand that the #AdoptionProcess can feel a little daunting - and that is exactly why we offer people the chance to learn more about it before they enquire🫶 Taking time to explore each stage of the process first can make the journey feel calmer and clearer. 💫 buff.ly/PRxVAx5
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