What to include in profiles

Please ensure no identifying information is shared

Child's General Information

• Pseudonym and Age
  Use a pseudonym to protect the child's identity and mention their current age.

• Brief Description
  Share a simple physical description, like hair and eye color, without going into too much detail.

• Personality and Interests
  Focus on the child's positive qualities, what makes them special, and their interests and skills. Talk about their hobbies and what they enjoy.

• Wishes and Feelings
  Include what the child has shared about their hopes for a family and how they feel about adoption, giving them a voice in the process.

Background and Development

• Summary of Situation
  Give an overview of how the child came into care, their legal status, and plans for their future.

• Cultural and Family Background
  Describe the child's cultural heritage and any important family connections they have or want to keep. Include any plans for contact with biological family members.

• Health and Development
  Provide information about the child's health, including any medical needs, focusing on what a family can expect and how they can support the child.

• Education
  Talk about the child's school progress and potential, mentioning any special skills or challenges and any support they currently receive.

The Right Match

• Ideal Family Environment:
  Describe the kind of family that would best support the child, including family structure preferences and the experience needed to meet the child's needs.

• Challenges and Strengths:
  Present challenges as areas where the child needs support, using kind and honest language that highlights their strengths and growth.

• Support Services:
  List the current supports the child is getting and the help available to the future family, showing that the child's needs are being cared for and helping the family prepare.