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Looking to adopt

They may have been removed from their birth family due to problems at home often associated with drugs, alcohol or domestic violence; others may have had parents who experienced mental health

Adoption and fostering

Register a death

How to register a death, book an appointment to register a death, what to do after someone dies, death certificates

Access to support services

Services delivered by Hampshire County Council and its partners for reservists and veterans

Armed forces

Applying for a place on medical or social grounds

Request priority for a place at your preferred school if your child or a family member living at the same address has an exceptional medical and/or social need that makes attendance at a particular school essential

Admissions and school places Health and safety at school

Step-parent adoption

There are alternatives to step-parent adoption which may more appropriately secure a child’s place in your family. ... proportionate. Criteria for step-parent adoption. You must be 21 years old or over and either married to or living with the resident

Guidance for sponsors

Arrangements for the appropriate follow-up support will then be put in place by health and care professionals. ... Financial support for you. Unless you are in a close family relationship with your guest, you will receive a monthly Thank You payment paid

Start your career - Alison case study

With her husband’s support, she submitted a proposal and won - beating a large nursery chain. ... She’s still as passionate as she was on day one, “This is a true family business, built on heart, teamwork and plenty of muddy-knees learning.”.

Armed Forces ID card, discounts, and grant opportunities

Armed Forces ID card, discounts, and grant opportunities

Armed forces

Support roles

Pupil support staff are responsible for the welfare of pupils through helping them to overcome a variety of barriers to learning. ... Roles range from first aid, education health care assistant to learning support mentors and home school link workers.

Hampshire Children and Young People’s Plan (CYPP) 2022 to 2025

Hampshire Children and Young People’s Plan. The CYPP reflects a shared commitment to make Hampshire an even better place where all children and young people have the best possible start in life and are supported by the whole community to succeed.

Hampshire campaign urges residents to reflect on alcohol’s role in relationships as domestic abuse awareness campaign continues

To mark Alcohol Awareness Week, Hampshire residents are being encouraged to consider the impact alcohol can have on their lives and relationships, while a county-wide domestic abuse awareness campaign continues during the men’s World Cup

Early Years education and childcare providers

Find resources to support Early Years Education and childcare providers in Hampshire

Information for professionals

Shared lives

The support is the exact same as what I would give, they are part of their family which is the best I could’ve hoped for.”. ... Relative of a Service User). Shared Lives is where individuals can live with their Shared Lives carer and their family, or

Hampshire early help information for professionals and service providers

Hampshire early help information for professionals and service providers. To identify and support children and families in need, helping them to access the right support services at the right time

Support for families Support for special needs Information for professionals

Social care and nursing careers

We support older people, adults with learning disabilities and adults with physical disabilities. ... Safe and fair recruitment. We're dedicated to safe and fair recruitment practices to protect and support those we care for.

Royal visits

The Lieutenancy is responsible for making the arrangements for a visit to Hampshire by a member of the Royal Family.

Democratic process

About Hampshire’s Legal Intervention Team (LIT)

The LIT is part of the Inclusion Support Service in Hampshire.

Miscellaneous

Low-cost family fun at Hampshire Outdoor Centres

Low-cost family fun at Hampshire Outdoor Centres. read ( words). Nov 3 2023. ... Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre. Situated in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, Argoed Lwyd is a fantastic setting for low-cost family fun.

Could you give a child a safe home this winter?

This winter, Hampshire County Council is calling on residents to open their hearts and homes to vulnerable children through its new fostering campaign, which highlights the life-changing impact fostering can have – not only for children in care

Children's open residential careers

Tailored development plans and professional support within a teamwork environment. Training and progression opportunities. ... Training and support. We appreciate that, to support our most vulnerable children, we need to support our staff to do so.

Foster care – a stepping-stone on the journey back home

Could you be part of a child’s journey back home to their family?

Seal of approval for brand new primary school in Fleet

Plans for a brand-new primary school to the east of Fleet have taken a further step forward today

Report child abuse

How to report child abuse. Child abuse falls into four categories: physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglect

Child protection and safeguarding

Start your career - Gemma case study

After her youngest son’s health needs changed, Gemma adapted her work to support him, showing her resilience and commitment. ... Now a social work apprentice, Gemma is combining her childcare and early years experience with new skills to support

Hampshire’s School Library Service shortlisted for national award as World Book Day celebrations begin

Hampshire County Council’s School Library Service (SLS) has been shortlisted for a prestigious national Libraries Connected Award, recognising the team’s innovative work to tackle book poverty and inspire children to read for pleasure