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You must be at least 21 to adopt a child. There is no specific upper age limit but you do have to be able to care for your child throughout their childhood and beyond. We can discuss whether your age may impact upon the likelihood of you being matched with a child. People of all ages can and do successfully adopt, and what is important is that you can meet the individual needs of your adopted child or children.

Having a pet does not stop you from adopting and this will be taken into account during your assessment. Your Adoption Social Worker will discuss your pet and note its history, temperament and general behaviour. Nugent Adoption follows Coram/BAAF guidance regarding pets and if you have a dog or other animal that is classed as dangerous this would impact upon your application.

Yes. We will need to take the age and needs of any existing children into account during your assessment and preparation process. We will also need to meet your child and determine their views age appropriately. If you have adult children we will wish to speak to them whether or not they live with you. If you have a child with a previous partner we may also need to speak to that person.

It may be possible for you to adopt your step-child; however, Nugent Adoption would only complete this work when commissioned to do so by the Local Authority. In the first instance, you should contact your Local Authority Adoption Service and get their advice.

If you are adopting a child from the UK Care system there is no charge for your assessment. For more information on adoption please call us on 01744 613 041 to talk with an Adoption Social Worker directly between the hours of 9am and 1pm. You can also leave a message and we will return your call. We also hold a number of information drop-in events throughout the year, dates can be found on our website and through our social media.