BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Adoption West - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Adoption West X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://adoptionwest.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Adoption West REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251107T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251107T133000 DTSTAMP:20260418T032623 CREATED:20250722T115720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T115720Z UID:3344-1762516800-1762522200@adoptionwest.co.uk SUMMARY:Information Session DESCRIPTION:If you are considering whether adoption might be the right path for your family\, we invite you to attend an Information Session. This allows you to learn about our agency\, discuss the adoption process\, and hear from one of our adopters. \nDuring this session\, our adoption social workers will be available to share their knowledge and expertise on the adoption assessment process. \nOnly one ticket is required per household. Please be aware that if you are looking to adopt as a couple (married\, civil partnership\, or cohabiting)\, both of you must attend the Information Session. \nAt the end of the session\, we will explain how to complete an Initial Enquiry if you wish to. \nPlease follow this link to book the Information Session; Adoption West Events | Eventbrite URL:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/event/information-session-72/ LOCATION:Virtual Session CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Info-Sessions-mother-and-child-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adoption West":MAILTO:info@adoptionwest.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T233000 DTSTAMP:20260418T032623 CREATED:20250722T112835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T131813Z UID:3321-1763028000-1763076600@adoptionwest.co.uk SUMMARY:Amazing Wallabies - Stay and Play DESCRIPTION:Social group for children and babies (and their parents/carers). \nWe follow a simple format for the session: introductions to begin with\, and then lots of playing (and some chatting for the grown-ups). Possibly a song or a story at the end šŸ˜Š.Ā  And\, there are refreshments available. We sometimes attempt a simple craft activity. \nOur first few sessions have been well-received with lots of positive feedback. Our main focus is offering a relaxed environment for adoptive parents and EP Carers to meet and socialise with people who have children of similar ages. \nIf you would like to join us\, please contact rebecca.myers@adoptionwest.co.uk\, with your childā€™s name and age. \nWe look forward to seeing you soon. URL:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/event/amazing-wallabies-stay-and-play-5/ LOCATION:Stonehouse CATEGORIES:Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Amazing-Wallabies-Sept.-Dec.-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adoption West":MAILTO:info@adoptionwest.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T032623 CREATED:20250722T115810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T115810Z UID:3346-1763571600-1763577000@adoptionwest.co.uk SUMMARY:Information Session DESCRIPTION:If you are considering whether adoption might be the right path for your family\, we invite you to attend an Information Session. This allows you to learn about our agency\, discuss the adoption process\, and hear from one of our adopters. \nDuring this session\, our adoption social workers will be available to share their knowledge and expertise on the adoption assessment process. \nOnly one ticket is required per household. Please be aware that if you are looking to adopt as a couple (married\, civil partnership\, or cohabiting)\, both of you must attend the Information Session. \nAt the end of the session\, we will explain how to complete an Initial Enquiry if you wish to. \nPlease follow this link to book the Information Session; Adoption West Events | Eventbrite URL:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/event/information-session-73/ LOCATION:Virtual Session CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Info-Sessions-two-mums.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adoption West":MAILTO:info@adoptionwest.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T032623 CREATED:20250930T115941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T124511Z UID:3427-1763719200-1763733600@adoptionwest.co.uk SUMMARY:Life Story Workshop DESCRIPTION:This session will be run by Suzanne McGladdery. \nEvery child has a story\, and for adopted children\, understanding and sharing that story can be a big part of their healing and growth. \nThis relaxed\, hands-on workshop is designed especially for adoptive parents who want to: \n\nUnderstand what Life Story Work is all about\nExplore creative ways to help children make sense of their experiences and adoption\nLearn how stories can help children process feelings\, build confidence\, and strengthen family bonds\nTake away practical ideas to use at home in everyday life\n\nWeā€™ll look at how Life Story Work can help children move from confusing feelings to a clearer sense of who they are\, and how it supports their emotional wellbeing and recovery from past trauma. \nThere will be plenty of time to share ideas\, reflect\, and think about how these approaches can fit into your familyā€™s journey. \nThis workshop is open to all adoptive parents. The workshop will be held in person in Yate (details to be sent closer to the time). Parents only to attend (no children\, sorry!) \nClick here to be taken to the Eventbrite listing for this event.Ā  URL:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/event/life-story-workshop-3/ LOCATION:In-person\, Bristol CATEGORIES:Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Lifestory-Work-EB-Instagram-Post-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T113000 DTSTAMP:20260418T032623 CREATED:20250904T092521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T092721Z UID:3381-1763978400-1763983800@adoptionwest.co.uk SUMMARY:Primary Education - choosing a school and what to expect DESCRIPTION:Join Sarah\, an Education Advocate from Bathā€™s virtual school\, who will be discussing an overview of what to look for when choosing a primary school and information on how schools can support your child. \nHead over to Eventbrite to book your space \nN.B. Only one ā€˜ticketā€™ is needed per household ā€“ open to all.Ā  \nĀ  URL:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/event/primary-education-choosing-a-school-and-what-to-expect-2/ CATEGORIES:Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Education-Square-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T032623 CREATED:20250722T115512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T111039Z UID:3333-1764410400-1764417600@adoptionwest.co.uk SUMMARY:Open Morning (Information Session) DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nšŸ“… Date: 29th November\nšŸ•’ Time: 10 am until 12 pm\nšŸ“ Venue: St Michaelā€™s Centre\, North Road\, Stoke Gifford BS34 8PD\nšŸ”— To register: www.adoptionwest.co.uk/events or https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/adoption-west-27620899279 \nAdoption West is inviting members of the community to explore the life-changing world of adoption at its Adoption Open Day. \nThe event is a friendly\, pressure-free space for anyone curious about adoption\, whether youā€™re just starting to think about it or already considering taking the next step. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet experienced social workers\, hear from adoptive parents\, and learn more about the children who are waiting for loving\, permanent homes across the region. \nPlease follow this link to book the Information Session: Adoption West Events | Eventbrite URL:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/event/information-session-70/ LOCATION:St. Michaelā€™s Centre\, Stoke GIfford. CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://adoptionwest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Adoption-Open-Morning-Instagram-Post-45-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Adoption West":MAILTO:info@adoptionwest.co.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR