New year, new possibilities – Could you foster?
As we step into 2026, many of us are reflecting on what truly matters. Could this be the year you change a child’s life?
Fostering isn’t just about opening your home, it’s about opening your heart and giving a local child stability, support, and hope for the future.
If you’ve ever thought, “I want to do something meaningful this year”, fostering could be that step. You don’t need to foster full-time, and you don’t need to be perfect, just willing to care. Start the year with purpose.
What do you need to foster?
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No previous experience required
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Aged 21 or over
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A spare room in your home
We provide full training and ongoing support, plus weekly payments.
Fostering doesn’t have to be a full-time role either. There are many options to suit different lifestyles and needs from occasional weekend care to long-term fostering, or even supporting a parent and their young child.
Join us for an information session
Meet some of our foster carers over coffee and cake, and learn more about fostering:
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Monday 12 January – Parish Rooms & Lady Smith Memorial Hall, Somerton, 6–8pm
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Wednesday 14 January – Westlands Entertainment Venue, Yeovil, 6–8pm
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Thursday 15 January – Wellington Community Centre, 6–8pm
You can help change a child’s story?
Your support really matters! Please share our social media posts, talk about fostering within your communities, share our content in your newsletters and encourage residents to attend an information session. Together, we can help more children find the supportive homes they deserve.