Could you change a child’s life? Fife Council is offering people the chance to find out more at a drop-in event during Scotland’s Adoption Week.

Offering a child a home is one of the most significant life-changing decisions a person can make, and the local authority is hosting a tea and cake event at St Andrews Family Support Hub in Lochgelly on Tuesday, November 17, from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.

People can learn what adopting a child is like, how Fife Council’s process works, and how adoption benefits children and young people. They can also hear about the support adopters and birth parents receive from the council and from each other.

Parents who adopted through Fife Council said: “Adopting our son has been one of the most rewarding and life-changing experiences of our lives. From the moment he joined our family in January 2026, he has brought immeasurable love, joy, and purpose into our home.”

Adding, they said: “Throughout our adoption journey, Fife Council provided exceptional support, guidance, and reassurance at every stage, helping us navigate the process with confidence.”

Debbie Adamson, family based care service manager, said: “In Fife we want to make sure that all children and young people are loved and provided with the stability and nurture they need to thrive into adulthood.

“We also understand that the decision to adopt a child is not simple and that getting the right advice and information is very important, which is why we’re hosting this event and are always available to chat about adoption with anyone interested in it.”

To find out more about adopting a child, visit the Fife Council website.