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Post adoption faq
I was adopted through Lambeth over 20 years ago; How can I trace my birth family?
We have a social worker that specialises in finding birth parents that can offer support and advice in tracing and reunions. If we are unable to trace your birth parents we can refer you to some on who can help.
Please contact Jean Peart, Adoption Support Social Worker jpeart@lambeth.gov.uk Tel: 020 7926 8520.
When my child was adopted, a long time ago, I was told that I could send letters. I haven’t written for a long time, but I would like to send one now, can I do this?
Yes, we have a worker that can trace the adoptive family and write to them, informing them that you would like to get in contact.
Please contact Tracy Howard, Letterbox Coordinator & Adoption Support Administrator thoward@lambeth.gov.uk Tel: 020 7926 8538.
I adopted a child through Lambeth, but we are now having problems and I need some advice or support, can you help me?
Yes, we have a senior practitioner who can offer you advice and support.
Please contact Leanne White, Post Adoption Support Worker ltwhite@lambeth.gov.uk 020 7926 8551.
What is CAMHS?
CAMHS stands for Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services, which are a comprehensive range of services that provide help and treatment. We support children and young people who are experiencing emotional or behavioural difficulties, or mental health problems, disorders and illnesses.
If you have concerns about your child's mental health, contact Leanne White, Post Adoption Support Worker ltwhite@lambeth.gov.uk 020 7926 8551.
What is NORCAP and how can they help me?
NORCAP offers adults affected by adoption practical help and support to locate and make contact with relatives lost through adoption.
Membership is available through their website: www.norcap.org.uk
Or call Adults Affected by Adoption NORCAP enquiry line 01865 875000. 10am - 4.30pm weekdays; 5pm - 7.30pm Mondays.
email enquiries@norcap.org.
What is the Letterbox service?
The letterbox service is a means of birth relatives and adoptive families keeping in contact with each other. Any news that takes place can be exchanged. The Letterbox service is designed to be safe and confidential.
Please contact Tracy Howard, Letterbox Coordinator & Adoption Support Administrator thoward@lambeth.gov.uk 020 7926 8538.
What is a post adoption support service assessment and why would I need one?
You and your family are entitled to a post adoption assessment to discuss any issues that might be affecting your family and advice on the type of support available to you.
If you would like help and advice, please contact Leanne White, Post Adoption Support Worker ltwhite@lambeth.gov.uk 020 7926 8551.
What financial support can I receive?
You are entitled to a financial assessment for travel expenses or venues to facilitate contact with your birth relatives, these assessments are means tested.
If you would like more information please contact Leanne White, Post Adoption Support Worker ltwhite@lambeth.gov.uk 020 7926 8551.
What support groups are out there for me?
The South London Adoption Consortium is responsible for the running of support groups.
If you would like to find out more about these groups, please contact:
Leanne White, Post Adoption Support Worker ltwhite@lambeth.gov.uk 020 7926 8551 or
Jean Peart, Adoption Support Social Worker jpeart@lambeth.gov.uk 020 7926 8520.
What is the post adoption centre?
The post adoption centre is an independent charity, which was formed to meet the needs of adults and children experiencing problems that occurred because of adoption. The centre offers a range of services to reflect the complicated nature of adoption.
If you need advice from one of our advisors at the centre please call 0870 777 2197 or email advice@postadoptioncentre.org.uk