We run a range of events to support PACT adopters, adoptees and families.
To find out which events are coming up, see our calendar.
To find out more about any of these events and how to book, click on an event to see the details.
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The preparation course is for all PACT prospective adopters to complete in Stage 1 of the adoption process. The course is run
The preparation course is for all PACT prospective adopters to complete in Stage 1 of the adoption process.
The course is run over four days (two days face-to-face and two days online) and the course will cover:
Day 1: Child’s journey – legal process, identity, loss, contact and early permanence
Day 2: Brain development, attachment and creating a safe base
Day 3: Child abuse, safeguarding and Theraplay
Day 4: Children waiting, parenting the adopted child and the process of being linked with children
To book your place, please email adoptionsupport@pactcharity.org
In-person
fri17apr10:00 am3:30 pmPreparation training (Day 2)10:00 am - 3:30 pm(GMT+01:00) Online
The preparation course is for all PACT prospective adopters to complete in Stage 1 of the adoption process. The course is run
The preparation course is for all PACT prospective adopters to complete in Stage 1 of the adoption process.
The course is run over four days (two days face-to-face and two days online) and the course will cover:
Day 1: Child’s journey – legal process, identity, loss, contact and early permanence
Day 2: Brain development, attachment and creating a safe base
Day 3: Child abuse, safeguarding and Theraplay
Day 4: Children waiting, parenting the adopted child and the process of being linked with children
To book your place, please email adoptionsupport@pactcharity.org
Online
mon20aprAll DayTime for you(All Day: Monday)(GMT+01:00) Online
Chat virtually to a FACTS therapist about how your family is getting on and discuss any concerns you may have, in a relaxed and informal
Chat virtually to a FACTS therapist about how your family is getting on and discuss any concerns you may have, in a relaxed and informal setting.
Baljit, our FACTS therapist is highly experienced in adoption work and has a background in psychotherapy, social work, training and groupwork and is also trained in Theraplay and DDP.
To book your private 50-minute session, email adoptionsupport@pactcharity.org and you will be sent the full details and joining link.
Online
The preparation course is for all PACT prospective adopters to complete in Stage 1 of the adoption process. The course is run
The preparation course is for all PACT prospective adopters to complete in Stage 1 of the adoption process.
The course is run over four days (two days face-to-face and two days online) and the course will cover:
Day 1: Child’s journey – legal process, identity, loss, contact and early permanence
Day 2: Brain development, attachment and creating a safe base
Day 3: Child abuse, safeguarding and Theraplay
Day 4: Children waiting, parenting the adopted child and the process of being linked with children
To book your place, please email adoptionsupport@pactcharity.org
In-person
tue21apr10:00 am3:30 pmPreparation training (Day 4)10:00 am - 3:30 pm(GMT+01:00) Online
The preparation course is for all PACT prospective adopters to complete in Stage 1 of the adoption process. The course is run
The preparation course is for all PACT prospective adopters to complete in Stage 1 of the adoption process.
The course is run over four days (two days face-to-face and two days online) and the course will cover:
Day 1: Child’s journey – legal process, identity, loss, contact and early permanence
Day 2: Brain development, attachment and creating a safe base
Day 3: Child abuse, safeguarding and Theraplay
Day 4: Children waiting, parenting the adopted child and the process of being linked with children
To book your place, please email adoptionsupport@pactcharity.org
Online
fri24apr11:00 am12:00 pmThe power of therapeutic play11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT+01:00) Online
Our online bite-sized learning workshops are designed to be light, brief and down to earth. They are perfect for parents who are time-short but who
Our online bite-sized learning workshops are designed to be light, brief and down to earth. They are perfect for parents who are time-short but who want tips, reassurance, and a chance to share experiences. Come along, join us and let’s figure it out together.
Why attend?
If you have any questions about therapeutically‑informed playtime with your child and would like a space to talk things through and gather some creative, innovative ideas you can use at home, we’d love for you to join us.
What’s included?
Together, we can look at things like:
To request the joining link, please email adoptionsupport@pactcharity.org
Online
Support your child’s identity and wellbeing through meaningful connections with birth family and significant others. This online workshop will cover:
Support your child’s identity and wellbeing through meaningful connections with birth family and significant others.
This online workshop will cover:
To book, please contact karen.simmons@pactcharity.org.
wed29apr10:00 am12:00 pmSensory processing workshop for parents/carers10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT+01:00)
What is your child’s nervous system trying to tell you? A supportive and interactive sensory processing parent/carer workshop exploring the common sensory preferences, patterns and
What is your child’s nervous system trying to tell you?
A supportive and interactive sensory processing parent/carer workshop exploring the common sensory preferences, patterns and behavioural responses we might see at home. The workshop will include opportunities to share your own insights and experiences, and quiz Lucy on sensory strategies for greater calm and playful family time together.
Lucy Brown is an Occupational Therapist and Sensory Integration Practitioner. Lucy has been supporting our PACT families via our FACTS service since 2020, contributing to Multidisciplinary Assessment and delivering direct Sensory Integration therapy.
To book on, email adoptionsupport@pactcharity.org.
Find out how PACT makes a difference in the lives of the many children and families who use our adoption and adoption support services.
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