Charities are alarmed by the UK government's 40% cut to funding for therapy for adopted children in England, impacting families reliant on this support. Adoption UK described the cuts as "distressing" amidst existing struggles families face, particularly during lengthy waits for assistance. The therapy budget per child has decreased from £5,000 to £3,000 annually, while funding for specialist assessments has been eliminated, raising concerns from advocates about the potential harms to vulnerable children who have experienced trauma. While the total funding amount remains steady, the reductions jeopardize the support needed for families in crisis.
"Without it, we fear for their future, their ability to function in society, and their mental health, which has already been severely compromised through trauma."
"This decision was very short-sighted at a time when there are more adoptive families in crisis than ever before; the cut will have direct impacts on those in need."
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