Can I adopt or foster if I do not have a partner?

Adopting or fostering if you do not have a partner

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Yes. Although many children need two-parent families, equally there are those who would benefit from the one-to-one attention that a single carer can provide.

As with all people who apply to foster or adopt, your agency will ask you about your support network; the friends, family and neighbours who you would rely on for support when bringing up your child.

Why not read our inspiring features on diversity of carers?

Last updated: 18 February 08

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