Foster with your council
 Fourteen-year-old Alex* is a thoughtful and polite young person who is looking for a foster family where he can feel secure, supported and valued. He has a gentle nature and gets on well with people of all ages.
Over the past year, Alex has made positive progress. Since moving to a new school earlier this year, he has settled in well and his attendance has improved greatly.
Outside of the classroom, Alex has a range of interests that help showcase his creative and curious personality. He enjoys building Lego, playing board games and has recently developed an interest in football and swimming.
If you think you could be the person to help a child like Alex feel settled and supported, we'd love to hear from you.
*This child's real name has not been used to protect his identity and privacy
Last chance to nominate a star
 Do you know someone that goes above and beyond for their local community? The Council's annual One Hounslow Community Stars awards are open for nominations but closes soon!
They celebrate people, groups, organisations and businesses from across the borough. There are no set categories for nominations. However, there is a range of themes to help guide your nomination.
The most important thing is the positive impact people or groups have had on Hounslow and its communities.
Come and talk to us about libraries
 We're working to keep our library and community hubs open longer, including into evenings and weekends. Come and talk to us about this next week at:
- Meadowbank Library (Cranford): Mon, 5 Oct 11am -1pm
- Hanworth Library: Tue, 6 Oct, 4pm - 6pm
- Heston Library: Wed, 7 Oct, 3pm - 5pm
You can find other events or get involved on our website
Flu and Covid vaccine appointments
 If you are eligible, you can book your free Flu and Covid vaccinations to protect you from serious illness this winter. Appointments begin on Thursday, 1 October.
You can check your eligibility and make an appointment via your GP, on the NHS app or online via the button below.
 Help us shape our Employment Drop-In Support Service, which returns to Holy Trinity Church, Hounslow, on Monday, 12 October from 1pm to 4pm.
The service is aimed at adults with disabilities or health conditions who are looking for work, struggling in their current job, or would like some guidance and confidence to take their next step. But how would you like us to help you? Let us know via Community.Provisions@hounslow.gov.uk.
The drop-in is run by the Community Provisions team, who work with Hounslow residents looking to explore support including job searching, applications, CVs, interview preparation, job retention strategies, reasonable adjustments and much more.
Further dates are scheduled on the second Monday of every month and the service is supported by the Employment Opportunities Service and Connect to Work programmes.
 The proposed West London Orbital would bring a new London Overground service between Hounslow and Hendon, with connections to Elizabeth Line and future HS2 services at Old Oak Common. Some journeys could be more than 30 minutes quicker, making it easier to get to work, college, appointments or visit friends and family across West London.
TfL wants to know what you think. Have your say by Wednesday, 18 November 2026.
 Find the right support for your child or young person with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Come and talk to us in person at one of our monthly SEND drop-in sessions, where you can speak to a professional face-to-face for advice and support.
The next date for the diary is Wednesday, 14 October, 10am to 12pm (Hanworth Air Park Leisure Centre & Library).
 Take a break, share experiences and enjoy activities with other unpaid carers at our regular Carer Cafes across the borough this October:
• Saturday, 10 October - The Chiswick Cinema, 94-96 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, W4 1SH - 11am to 1pm. Free ice cream or drink and slice of cake included
• Thursday, 19 October 2026 - Hounslow House (6th Floor), 7 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3EB - 1pm to 3pm
• Wednesday, 28 October 2026 - Bristol Court, United Drive, Feltham, TW14 9AG, 2pm to 4pm (pictured)
Take control of your energy bills
 Energy bills are rising. Get support before winter arrives.
Since July energy prices have increased by 13% for the average household using gas and electricity and paying by Direct Debit.
If you're worried about managing your energy costs, help is available through Hounslow Council's Better Homes, Better Health service.
The service offers free tailored energy advice and support to help eligible residents:
- Reduce energy use and lower bills
- Access available grants and discount schemes
- Improve energy efficiency at home
- Get help with energy-related financial difficulties
Don't wait until your bills rise again this winter.
 Enjoy some fun, outdoor activity this half-term, while also helping to keep the River Brent clean, during a special litter-pick with Brentford Community Boathouse.
Places are limited, so don't miss out and book via the button below.
- Monday, 26 October, 12.30pm to 2.30pm. The event is £15 pp, open to families, children aged 10-yrs-up with adults.
|
