Success Stories
Over the years we have helped lots of different people from varied backgrounds adopt children and start their families with Somerset County Council. The families featured here have very kindly shared their stories with us.
Ross and Louise's story
They adopted two girls, aged three and five, earlier this year.Mark and Lucy's story
Mark and Lucy adopted two boys, aged two and four.Mandy and John’s story
Mandy and John adopted two girls. Read their story...Peter and Sharon’s story
Peter and Sharon adopted Millie, aged three, earlier this year. Read their story...Tony and Claire's story
Tony and Claire adopted three children, a girl and her two brothers. Read their story...Jane and Sam
Jane, Sam and their son William have recently adopted a little girl to make a real familyOne child's story
Here's a story of how a little boy found a 'new Mum and Dad'...James and Anna's story
James and Anna created their family by adopting three children who are not related.Dave and Bev's Story
Three years ago, the house of Somerset couple, Dave and Bev was pretty peaceful, but since adopting three siblings all under the age of four, life has become pretty hectic – and they absolutely love it!Have a question? There are lots of ways to get in touch... simply request a call-back, contact us on freephone 0800 587 9900 or email us at childrens@somerset.gov.uk.