If you are a prospective adopter then consider whether you could adopt a sibling group. Be open to being approved for more than one child to enable a younger sibling/s to join your family.
As an adoptive family then commit to maintaining sibling relationships between your child/ren and their brothers and sisters wherever they are. This can be in person, through visual media, cards, letters, pictures, photos etc. The ideal scenario is for children to experience ‘normal family life’. Can they meet up with siblings at the park, at the beach, at each other’s homes? Can they have sleepovers? Can this be arranged between families; be they Foster, Adoptive, Kinship? Start by discussing with your social worker.
Additional information about Sibling Relationships can be found at the Stand Up for Siblings website, or during Adoption Week 2020 join us at our webinar details and booking below.
