A REGIONAL adoption agency has found families for 85 children since opening its doors just one year ago.

Together for Adoption brings together the adoption services of five local authorities – Cheshire West and Chester, Halton, St Helens, Warrington and Wigan.

In the last 12 months 85 children in care have been adopted through the agency and 46 adopters have been approved.

A celebration event was held in Warrington on Wednesday September 5 to mark the agency’s first anniversary and adopters spoke about their experiences.

There is still the urgent need for more adopters across the region with 23 sibling groups and 35 single children currently waiting to be adopted.

One couple who adopted a baby boy 10 weeks ago said: “We couldn’t have asked for a better social worker and we feel privileged to have had continuing support throughout our journey.

"It’s been a rollercoaster, but it’s been a good experience and we’ve enjoyed it.

"Has it all been worth it? Absolutely!”

Another couple, who adopted a twin boy and girl, said: “It’s not without its challenges but I would absolutely recommend adoption.

"They have brought so much joy to our lives. We wanted a family and that’s what we’ve got.”

If you have room in your home and your heart to adopt find out more about Together for Adoption via www.togetherforadoption.co.uk or 01942 487272.