Real Life Stories - Daniel, Adoptee

In this episode we hear from Daniel, an adult adoptee aged 36, who is a previous service user at Family Futures. Daniel discusses his early experiences of trauma and abuse, his life in care and as an adoptee, and how his adoptive parents and the long-term therapeutic support he received have helped him heal over time. Daniel shares words of encouragement here for others struggling with the impact of difficult childhood experiences. We hope you will share this episode with others who will find his words helpful and inspiring in their lives.

Daniel is interviewed by fellow adoptee Alan Burnell OBE, co-founder of Family Futures. 

Content warning: Some of the topics and experiences shared by Daniel may be upsetting for some listeners. If you are affected by what you have heard in this episode and would like to speak to someone for support, you can contact the Family Futures helpline on 020 7354 4161 or Adoption UK's helpline: 0300 666 0006 / helpline@adoptionuk.org.uk

Please note that the views expressed in this podcast series are the views of our guest speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Family Futures.

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Family Futures is a not for profit, voluntary adoption agency in London, rated Ofsted Outstanding, and a leading provider of therapeutic support for families. Find out more about Family Futures at www.familyfutures.co.uk

Episode produced by Rosemary Watson