Fostering Service - Hampshire County Council

26/08/2026

Celebrating International Dog Day!

To mark International Dog Day, we would love our foster carers and followers to share photos of your beloved dogs with us.

Meet Ted, a 6-year-old Cockerpoo who has been part of his fostering family for six years. When one of their first foster children arrived, they were very quiet and kept to themselves. One day, the carers noticed the child sitting and talking to Ted, who calmly stayed by their side, offering comfort and companionship. It was a truly heartwarming moment and a reminder of just how special dogs can be.

Dogs can make a real difference in family life. In fostering households, they often help break down barriers, provide comfort, and support children to feel safe and settled more quickly.

We’d love to see your dogs and hear your stories. Please share your photos and tell us what makes your furry friends so special.

If you are a family with a dog and would love to foster, please get in touch with us today, we would love to hear from you:

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24/08/2026

In addition, foster carers receive skills fees in recognition of their time, commitment and the valuable skills they bring to the role.

To find out more about fostering allowances and financial support, please click the link below:

https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/fostering/trainingandsupport

20/08/2026

17/08/2026

Whether you rent or own, you may be able to provide a safe and loving home for a child.

If this myth has made you consider fostering, why not apply today?

Click the link below to find out more.

https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/fostering/consideringfostering

12/08/2026

International Youth Day

This International Youth Day, we're proud to celebrate the incredible young people across Hampshire. Their resilience, achievements, talents and ambitions inspire us every day.

By becoming a foster carer, you could help a young person build confidence, reach their goals and realise their potential.

Download an information pack today and discover how you can make a difference.

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10/08/2026

Tomorrow discover more about fostering at Itchen Valley Country Park Stop by to learn how you could provide support and care for young people

10/08/2026

If you've been thinking about fostering, don't let this myth hold you back.

Interested in starting your fostering journey? Download an information pack here:

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06/08/2026

This weekend find us at South Downs Show stop by to hear about the different types of fostering. We look forward to seeing you there!

03/08/2026

If you have ever thought about fostering but were not sure if it could fit around your work, now is the perfect time to find out more.

Interested in starting your fostering journey today? Download an information pack here:

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