PAC-UK, Family Action’s adoption support agency, responds to Government’s apology
PAC-UK knows that the practice of forced adoption decades ago has had a lifelong impact on so many people affected by adoption, particularly birth mothers and fathers and their children but many others too. While a formal apology from the UK government is important and is what many of those affected have waited for decades to hear and see, we also understand that it is not enough in itself to right all the wrongs of the past.
PAC-UK therefore welcomes the newly announced additional funding for trauma-informed and adoption specialist support and services, including our FamilyConnect service. These can help people to navigate, and, wherever possible, heal and rebuild as many of these fractured relationships as possible, before it is too late. PAC-UK is pleased to have been asked to help deliver this specialist support and services – what an honour for us but what a responsibility too.
FamilyConnect Website and Advice Line
Delivered by Family Action’s adoption support agency PAC-UK, FamilyConnect provides information, support and guidance on tracing and reconnecting with family members, the services available, and whether you may be eligible for funding.
Website: familyconnect.org.uk
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0300 1800 205
National PAC-UK Advice Line
Providing independent, confidential advice and information for people affected by adoption, special guardianship and other forms of permanent care. The service is staffed by qualified and experienced PAC-UK counsellors and social workers with specialist expertise in these areas.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0300 1800 090
