Connect - Youth Groups

Where young adopted people can meet.

Collection links
Location address: East Midlands, Due to confidentiality, we will share the address with you directly.
Chosen age group:

Ages: 11 - 18 years

Available tickets:
Derbyshire Connect FreeConnect: Senior Attendee FreeConnect: Junior Attendee Free
Next date: Thursday 4th Jun,
Connect - Youth Groups block mentored by Adoption East Midlands
A summary
Connect Juniors is a group for adopted young people aged 12-14. Connect Seniors is a group for adopted young people aged 15-18(19th birthday) Derbyshire Connect is a group for adopted young people aged 14-17. To register your interest you can either request to book here, or email us at youthconnect@adoptioneastmidlands.nottscc.gov.uk. You will be contacted by an adoption youth worker who will explore whether this group is right for you and aim to get to know the participant before they attend. Once a place is confirmed, we’ll provide full venue details and next steps. The programme will be a monthly session in a relaxed youth club environment. The activities will be chosen by its members and based on the group’s interests. The group also has the opportunity to plan an outing to somewhere they want to visit together. We would like to meet young people who would like to meet other adopted young people and make friends. Youth workers will be there to help you plan activities you enjoy.
send accessibility checklist
1:1 care
2:1 care
Qualified to administer medication
Epilepsy trained
Secure environment
Accessible toilet
Assist with personal care and toileting
Hoist and changing bench
Wheelchair accessible site
Autism awareness trained
Sensory or quiet spaces
Makaton trained
PECS trained
More information available on request
Contact the Mentor to discuss your specific needs regarding this list item.
Please note:
It is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the the measures provided above. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed.
About your mentor
Adoption East Midlands
Transforming Lives Through Adoption
At Adoption East Midlands, we are committed to transforming lives through adoption. We provide compassionate, inclusive, and expert support to children and families across Derbyshire, Derby City, Nottinghamshire, and Nottingham City. By prioritising the voices of those with lived experience, we build trust, strengthen family bonds, and ensure every child finds a safe, stable, and loving home. Our mission is to empower adoptive families at every stage of their journey—before, during, and beyond adoption.
Learning aims
Aim 1
To meet others, have fun and participate in fun activities such as cooking, games and planning activities.
Aim 2
To build meaningful connections between other adopted young people.
Aim 3
For young people to lead and create a space that works for them.
Pricing information
Ticket nameDerbyshire Connect
Price£0
Ticket nameConnect: Senior Attendee
Price£0
Ticket nameConnect: Junior Attendee
Price£0
LEARNER REFLECTIONS0 reflections
Where we'll be
East Midlands, Bilsthorpe, Due to confidentiality, we will share the address with you directly., .., Pinned as Nottinghamshire County Hall. Website requires a postcode.
WHAT’S PROVIDED
Drinks
Snacks
Equipment
Safety
Enhanced DBS
Risk Assessment
Public Liability Insurance
Safeguarding Training
First Aid Training
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy
Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.