Read the latest youth homelessness news, charity updates and service developments from Step by Step,
12 June 2026
Step by Step has been chosen to feature in Monarchy and Democracy: A History of Leadership alongside some of the most significant institutions in the country, celebrating the difference they have made to society.
12 June 2026
We’re proud to report that Rachel Walters, Supported Lodgings Placement Coordinator, has come runner up in A Place to Be Proud of Awards, Basingstoke.
3 June 2026
We answer the most common fostering questions from Foster Care Fortnight. Hear expert advice from Sarah, Registered Manager at Step by Step Fostering.
27 May 2026
Step by Step connected with communities across the South during Foster Care Fortnight to raise awareness of fostering.
14 May 2026
As part of Foster Care Fortnight and this year’s “This is Fostering” campaign, Laura, who has been fostering with us for just under a year, wanted to share the reality of day to day life as a foster carer with Step by Step.
8 May 2026
Step by Step are getting involved in Foster Care Fortnight 2026 between 11th and 24th May. We’ll be shouting about our unique, not-for-profit fostering agency, which uses excess funds to support other essential services for young people.
5 May 2026
The Renters’ Rights Act came into effect on 1st May, designed to make the rental market fairer for tenants. However, these reforms will do little to benefit vulnerable young people who cannot access the private rental sector in the first place
17 April 2026
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Kelly Headen as Head of Services at Step by Step. This new position will see Kelly spearheading all of our frontline services for young people, across accommodation, counselling, and wellbeing.
19 March 2026
We are proud to announce the opening of our new move-on property in Bedhampton. This home will support up to four young people aged 18 and over, many of whom might otherwise be left waiting on housing lists, homeless, or relying on a friend’s sofa.
3 March 2026
We're excited to announce a new partnership with Citizens Advice Rushmoor, bringing specialist advice directly to young people using our Launch service.
23 February 2026
Adam is one of our amazing London Marathon 2026 runners, taking on the challenge for Step by Step. He shares a bit about himself, why he's taking on this challenge, and why he was keen to represent young people facing homelessness.
10 February 2026
We are delighted to announce that Golden Acre Foods are partnering with Step by Step to fund a Supported Independence Flat at our Aldershot foyer. This offers life-changing support to young people at risk of homelessness.
30 January 2026
Step by Step welcomes the Government’s announcement that they are aiming to reverse the decline in foster carer numbers. The proposed focus on removing barriers, supporting flexibility, and developing new models of care is encouraging...
26 January 2026
Holly is one of the incredible runners taking on the 2026 London Marathon for Step by Step. Here she shares a bit about herself, why she chose Step by Step, and the personal reasons behind undertaking this challenge.
7 January 2026
We are delighted to report that our 2025 Christmas fundraising appeal was our most successful ever. Over £72,000 was raised to support young people, not just over the festive period, but throughout the year.
18 December 2025
We have published a new analysis examining what the government’s National Plan to End Homelessness could mean for young people, and where the system still risks falling short.
