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We care for children living with life-shortening and terminal conditions. But, did you know that we also support the brothers and sisters of the children who come to the hospice? During covid restriction, this became even more important to our families as many...
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Earlier this month mum Jenny told you about her son Nathan and about the care and support he needs from the hospice. To give something special back to Jenny and Nathan we arranged a Zoom with long-time supporter and celebrity Rob Brydon. As it was also Mother’s Day,...
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We’re delighted to introduce you to our Helen & Douglas House seasonal trend picks which is a round-up of the top items selected from our charity shops. This season we show you how to add a touch of spring to your outfit, with complete looks for under £20. In this...
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Throughout February we have been inviting our supporters and families to ‘Show a Little Love’ and, at the same time, support local children cared for by Helen & Douglas House. It’s not too late for you to join in, so here you can find some highlights of the month...
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At Helen & Douglas House we love to welcome animals into the hospice to complement and support the palliative care we provide, whilst offering the enjoyment and stimulation that animals bring. Over the years, we have enjoyed multiple animal and pet visits...
Family stories
Aliza-May was born in June 2017 with a rare syndrome called Edwards. For the first week of her life Aliza-May’s Mum Emma-May and Dad Ross lived in the special care baby unit where every test under the sun was done. They were told then that she wouldn’t be able to do...
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Guest blog from sustainable personal styling expert Victoria Lochhead from Frankie & Ruby. No New Clothes For A Year? Here are five tips you need to help you get started January is the time of year when we think about our goals and commitments for the year ahead,...
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Ten of our children from Helen & Douglas House joined Her Majesty The Queen to decorate the Christmas tree at Clarence House on Wednesday 16th December via a video link. Each year, Her Majesty The Queen invites children from Helen & Douglas House, to decorate...
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Earlier this month mum Ellie Marland, from Milton Keynes, ran the virtual Oxford Half Marathon for the Helen & Douglas House and in memory of her daughter Evie who would have turned one on 19th September. Her story then inspired 100’s of others in a Facebook group...
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Emma is one of the Youth and Transition workers at Helen & Douglas House. She told us about her role at the hospice and how she supports the older children we care for with youth and transition support. She meets them from the age of 13-19 until they move on and...