News and communications

Two Shared Lives Carers who have provided a welcome home and support to 50 vulnerable adults over 14 years have shared their experiences to encourage more people to take up the role.

Wiltshire Council and Wessex Rivers Trust Join Forces to Preserve Hampshire Avon Catchment.

The Masterplan has been developed in conjunction with the Environment Agency, Salisbury City Council, the Swindon and Wiltshire Local Enterprise Partnership and Natural England

Wiltshire Council leaders have today (Tuesday 13 July) approved a report that highlights the council's progress in combating climate change during the past six months.

Wiltshire Council will continue the process to seek a care provider for Furlong Close following the news Hft has withdrawn its earlier decision to close the site.

Teenagers and those who have been in care are sharing experiences of how a foster family can change a life.

People are urged to submit applications digitally through the Wiltshire Council website to avoid unnecessary delays.

Support is available for private foster carers

Long walks, chats over the phone, visits, newsletters and exchanging craft ideas are just some of the many ways the Wiltshire Council in-house Learning Disability Team has been keeping in contact with adults they care for during COVID-19.

Inspirational Shared Lives Wiltshire carers who open up their homes to support young people and adults, will be hosting virtual tea parties and sharing their heartwarming stories online this month.