Can the adopted person always be found?

Not always. Sometimes it may be impossible to find somebody, or an agency may not have the resources to pursue the search beyond a certain point. The agency will tell you if they cannot take the search any further and may in some cases suggest another agency with additional resources that might be able to make further enquiries. It is important to appreciate that whenever a search is made it may result in you learning that the adopted person has died or is very unwell. Your worker will discuss such possibilities with you.