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New here hand have decided to start the process.
theatrelover34
February 2, 2014 18:26
Hi there,I just joined here yesterday and posted in another section but given that I am a gay male and am literally the only gay person out of my friends who has decided to adopt I thought I would post here too for a bit of support and advice. Currently I am living in Ireland but am moving to the UK in the next few months.I have long wanted to be a father and to adopt but because of the fact that I am both single and gay I wondered if any of those things would be an impediment to me applying for adoption. I have done some research into it and I was hoping to apply for adoption of a deaf child (as I have long had a huge empathy for deaf people) a year after I move over to the UK. Like I said,I have long wanted to do this and I feel that this is now the right time to do so.There is nothing more in life that I want to be honest. Thanks a million!
hubelly
February 2, 2014 18:48
Hi and welcome to AUK! Hopefully all goes well with your move to these shores and that you take the time to settle before starting the process.Im sure sws would like to see you settled and stable in your new surroundings before taking you on board.I wanted to wish you well for your journey in to adoption.Hopefully their will be some others on here that can offer more personal advice from a similar prespective. Regards Hubelly
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mumofboys
February 2, 2014 22:17
Welcome. I would say when your moved and settled enquire about an open day in your area. An adoption open evening gives you a chance to ask loads of questions and get a good feel for the journey ahead. Good luck and keep us posted on your progress Fox2013 x
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eagerandexcited
February 12, 2014 22:57
Hi. Great news that you are thinking about starting the process. I hope it all goes well for you.
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2catsmother
February 14, 2014 08:30
Hi, On our training (currently in stage 2 with approval panel date mid april) there were 50 % straight and 50 % gay potential adoptors. There was a single gay guy adopting and each day he bought a friend who was his named support to help him. As a lesbian couple we have had no issues at all so far and enjoyed the process. Support is essential though but we are making friends along the way so thats great to share the experience with them.Good luck
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