Please see below information on upcoming Barnardos Post Adoption Groups 

Group for Birth Mothers

6-week Therapeutic Support Course for Birth Mothers – Dublin

• A 6-week therapeutic course for women whose children have been adopted, taking place at Barnardos Head Office Christchurch Square, Dublin 8.
• When: Monday 17th, and 24th of April, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th of May, from 10.30am – 12.30pm
• To register: On our website. Alternatively you can contact us at Tá an seoladh ríomhphoist seo á chosaint ó róbait thurscair. Tá ort JavaScript a chumasú le hamharc air. or phone the Post Adoption Service office in confidence for further information on 01 8134100. 

Once-Off Birth Mothers Support Group - Dublin 

• A confidential, in-person support course for birth mothers, taking place at Barnardos Head Office Christchurch Square, Dublin 8. The purpose of the course is to provide a safe space for women whose children have been adopted.
• When: Monday 12th of June 2023, 10.30am – 12.30pm
• To register: On our website. Alternatively you can email our Post Adoption Team at Tá an seoladh ríomhphoist seo á chosaint ó róbait thurscair. Tá ort JavaScript a chumasú le hamharc air. or phone the Post Adoption Service office in confidence for further information at (01) 8134100.

Once-Off Birth Mothers Support Group - Cork 

• A confidential, in-person support course for birth mothers in Cork, taking place at our Regional Barnardos Office, Blackmore House, Meade Street, Cork.
• When: Tuesday 27th of June 2023, 10.30am – 12.30pm

To register: On our website, or you can email our team at Tá an seoladh ríomhphoist seo á chosaint ó róbait thurscair. Tá ort JavaScript a chumasú le hamharc air. or phone the Post Adoption Service office in confidence for further information at (021) 2038005.

Groups for Adopted Adults 

Exploring Adoption Course - Cork

• A four-week "Exploring Adoption" Course for adopted adults, taking place at our Cork centre, which is open to adopted adults over the age of 18.
• When: Monday 17th April, 24th April, 8th May and 15th May, from 7.30pm – 9.30pm
• Register: You can register and find out more information on our website.

Once-off Adopted Adult Support Group - Dublin

• A confidential, in-person support group for Adopted Adults in Dublin, taking place at Barnardos Head Office Christchurch Square, Dublin 8.
• When: Tuesday 30th of May, 7.30pm – 9.30pm

Register: On our website. 

Groups for Individuals Subject to an Illegal Birth Registration

Support Group for Individuals Subject to an Illegal Birth Registration - Online

• A confidential, online support group for individuals subject to an illegal birth registration.
• When: Tuesday 25th of April, 7.30pm to 9pm
• Register: On our website. Please email us at Tá an seoladh ríomhphoist seo á chosaint ó róbait thurscair. Tá ort JavaScript a chumasú le hamharc air. for further information. 

In-person Support Group for Individuals Subject to an Illegal Birth Registration - Dublin 

• A confidential, support group for individuals subject to an illegal birth registration, taking place at Barnardos Head Office Christchurch Square, Dublin 8.
• When: Saturday 24th of June, 11am – 1pm

Register: On our website. Please email us at Tá an seoladh ríomhphoist seo á chosaint ó róbait thurscair. Tá ort JavaScript a chumasú le hamharc air. for further information.

The Adoption Authority of Ireland (AAI) is currently running a study on the Lived Experience of Intercountry Adopted Adults. The AAI are asking participants aged between 18 and 40 to have their say by taking part in an individual interview or focus group (both via Zoom), more information is included in this flyer