Moray Council Adoption Service

Thank you to our colleagues at SKIPS Educational for this handy guide to support parents.

They have created a one-page guide “When Something Goes Wrong Online – A Simple Action Plan for Parents.”

It is designed to help parents respond confidently if their child experiences something upsetting online, offering clear guidance on how to talk to their child about what has happened and how to report concerns through the appropriate channels.

At FASD Hub, we are proud to support Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, a global initiative that recognises and celebrates the strengths, talents and unique perspectives of neurodivergent individuals.

Neurodiversity is about valuing different ways of thinking, learning and experiencing the world. This week is an opportunity to challenge misconceptions, promote understanding and advocate for more inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.

This week we celebrate neurodiversity and continue working towards greater awareness and meaningful inclusion.

📢We want to hear from you!📣

Moray needs your help to decide what should be in the next Children’s Services Plan, making sure everyone has the right help at the right time. To do this we need to hear from you.

Young Persons Version - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oyzTzM4Wj0KVQTctawUZKfoSokQ_oJdGk1i5Z8WMevdURThIRE5BVEJUWUVLRjcxTzZMSDhPWjdXMi4u

Adults - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oyzTzM4Wj0KVQTctawUZKfoSokQ_oJdGk1i5Z8WMevdUODVLRTFWMUxIN0ZFMjhHNE1OSDY0TlZMMy4u

Hello everyone,

We wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎅☃️🎄

Just a reminder that the team will be available on the 29th/30th December, and then back again on the 5th January 2026.

Should you require support out with these dates, please contact the Out of Hours Social Work Team on 03457 565656.

5th Christmas Top Tip

Our December series continues with another helpful idea to support individuals with FASD during Christmas. Here is today’s tip. Do you have a top tip to help families survive the Christmas period? Comment and share!

Our colleagues at Skips Educational have provided some helpful hints and tips around supporting young people with their internet-connected devices this Christmas! 👇🏼😀

For many adopted, foster and kinship families, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) becomes part of the picture — but you’re not alone. FASD Hub Scotland is here to offer information, guidance, and support every step of the way.

Explore our key resources:

FASD Guide for Prospective Adopters and Foster Carers — practical advice to help you understand FASD and what it might mean for your family: https://ow.ly/WiEO50XlFci

Webinar: “The Value of FASD Diagnosis” — hear from experts and families about why diagnosis matters and how it can unlock support. Watch on YouTube: https://ow.ly/I6No50XlFcv

Whether you’re just starting your journey or already caring for a child with FASD, we’re here to help. Access our Family Support Service: https://ow.ly/6ioo50XlFcf

❤ A heartfelt celebration of Moray’s foster carers.

Moray’s foster carers were honoured at a special civic reception this week – celebrating the compassion, stability and love they bring to children and young people across our communities.

Opening the ceremony, Councillor John Cowe, Moray Council Civic Leader, offered heartfelt thanks on behalf of corporate parents and the wider community.

“Today is a very special occasion – an opportunity to recognise, celebrate, and most importantly, to thank you, Moray’s foster carers, for the incredible difference you make in the lives of children and young people across our communities.

"You provide love, stability, and the chance for children to simply be children. You offer that sense of belonging and support that helps young people to thrive. You change lives.”

Their stories moved everyone in the room – and reminded us what a difference a safe, stable, caring home can make.

Read more about the event and how you could become part of our Fostering in Moray community by heading to the link in the comments below 👇

A big thank you to our families who came to our Adoption Week 2025 event tonight.

Great to see you all 😁🎳

🥳 Celebrating connections in care ❤️

Moray has launched the Maintaining Relationships project, a pioneering initiative co-designed by care-experienced young people to make sure the people who matter most – like social workers, teachers, residential staff and others – can stay connected even after formal care ends.

The project, sparked by young people sharing their experiences of feeling "abandoned" and “forgotten,” provides guidance for staff members to maintain meaningful, safe, and lasting relationships – keeping the young person’s wishes at the heart of every decision.

Launched at UHI Moray College ahead of Care Leavers Month, this initiative celebrates care leavers, and strengthens continuing connections.

👏 Moray is leading the way in this work, and the project is already attracting national interest.

🔗Click the link in the comments below for our full story. 👇

Moray Champion's Board Fostering in Moray

Adoption Week Scotland 2025 is here! 😁

This year’s theme is Growing Our Family Through Adoption, so if you’re considering adoption this is a great opportunity to get in touch with the team to find out more.

Contact our friendly team on 01343 563568 or email us at [email protected]