Fostering Service - Hampshire County Council

Fostering Service - Hampshire County Council Have you considered fostering? Why not foster with Hampshire County Council's Fostering Service
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Could you provide a home for Hampshire children who are unable to live with their birth families? Hampshire County Council are looking for people who live in the county or surrounding areas. We are particularly looking for homes for older children, teenagers, siblings and children with disabilities or special needs.

As part of the fostering assessment process, all applicants complete a full medical assessment. This helps us understand...
05/10/2026

As part of the fostering assessment process, all applicants complete a full medical assessment. This helps us understand any support needs and ensures we can make informed decisions based on your overall health and wellbeing.

Don't let concerns about your health become a barrier to exploring fostering. If you're unsure whether fostering could be right for you, we'd love to have a conversation and answer any questions you may have.

Give us a call today and find out how you could make a difference in a child's life.

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Today We Celebrate Grandparents Day!We want to say a huge thank you to all the wonderful grandparents in our fostering c...
04/10/2026

Today We Celebrate Grandparents Day!

We want to say a huge thank you to all the wonderful grandparents in our fostering community.

Whether you're a grandparent who fosters, a connected carer providing a loving home for a child within your family network, offering back-up care, helping with school runs, sharing your experience and wisdom, or simply being a constant source of love and support, your contribution is invaluable.

Grandparents play a vital role in the lives of children and young people, helping to create the strong, nurturing relationships that allow them to feel safe, supported and valued. For those who have opened their homes and hearts through fostering, your dedication is truly inspiring.

A special shout out to all the grandparents making a difference every single day. Thank you for your care, commitment and unconditional love.

We'd love to hear from you! Tell us about a special Grandparent in your life and what makes them so amazing, comment below:

Positive relationships are at the heart of every fostering journey, and we're so pleased to hear such wonderful feedback...
02/10/2026

Positive relationships are at the heart of every fostering journey, and we're so pleased to hear such wonderful feedback from one of our prospective foster carers.

From your very first enquiry through to assessment and beyond, our team is here to support, guide and encourage you every step of the way. Hearing that applicants feel listened to, understood and supported throughout the process means so much to us.

If you've ever thought about fostering, why not start the conversation today? We’d love to help you explore whether fostering could be right for you.

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Find us today at Fareham Library until 2pm. We look forward to answering your questions about fostering! Fareham & Portc...
29/09/2026

Find us today at Fareham Library until 2pm. We look forward to answering your questions about fostering!

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Think you're too old to foster? Think again.There is no upper age limit for fostering. Many children and young people be...
28/09/2026

Think you're too old to foster? Think again.

There is no upper age limit for fostering. Many children and young people benefit from the experience, patience, stability and life skills that older foster carers can offer.

If you're over 21, in good health and able to provide a safe, caring home, age should not be a barrier to making a difference in a child's life.

So, if you've always thought, "I'm too old to foster," let today be the day you challenge that myth and give us a call. Your experience could be exactly what a child needs.

Interested in finding out more? Request your free information pack today:

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We were delighted to receive this wonderful feedback from one of our applicants, highlighting the positive relationship ...
25/09/2026

We were delighted to receive this wonderful feedback from one of our applicants, highlighting the positive relationship they built with their assessing social worker and the support they received every step of the way.

What’s especially lovely to hear is how included and supported their birth children felt throughout the assessment process. Fostering is very much a family journey, and ensuring everyone feels listened to, understood and involved is incredibly important.

A huge thank you to our dedicated team, who work hard to guide, support and reassure families as they take the first steps towards fostering.

Interested in finding out more about becoming a foster carer? Request your free information pack today:

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Find us at Manor Farm - Hampshire County Council by the Play Barn until 2pm today! We would love to answer your question...
23/09/2026

Find us at Manor Farm - Hampshire County Council by the Play Barn until 2pm today! We would love to answer your questions about fostering and how you could support young people in the area

Here at The Furlong in Ringwood today. Come discover more about fostering and how you could make a difference to young l...
22/09/2026

Here at The Furlong in Ringwood today. Come discover more about fostering and how you could make a difference to young lives in the local area

One of the biggest myths about fostering is that you need special qualifications or professional experience.The reality?...
21/09/2026

One of the biggest myths about fostering is that you need special qualifications or professional experience.

The reality? You don't need any formal qualifications to become a foster carer. We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support throughout your fostering journey.

What really matters is having patience, empathy, understanding, and a commitment to making a difference in a child's life. The skills you've gained through everyday life could be exactly what a child needs.

If you've ever thought, "I wouldn't qualify to foster," why not find out for yourself?

Request your free information pack today:

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Address

Hampshire County Council Fostering Service, Glen House Glen Road, Swanwick
Fareham
SO317HD

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441489587052

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