If you are caring for a child with a serious illness and need help or advice, or just someone to talk to, our helpline and family support hub is here for you.
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Children’s hospices are overstretched and underfunded
Our new report reveals a reality that is simply unacceptable. This year, almost all children’s hospices in England predict that their running costs will outpace their income.
We are urging the UK Government to protect and increase NHS funding
Lifeline services provided by hospices have become more and more reliant on public generosity. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
We’re calling on ministers to maintain and increase NHS funding for children’s hospices in England so that seriously ill children won’t be denied the end of life care they so crucially need.
We are here if you need support
If you are parent or carer who looks after or knows a child or young person expected to have a short life, we’re here to help.
Call us on 0808 8088 100or email helpline@togetherforshortlives.org.uk
We are here to support professionals caring for seriously ill children, young people and families
We support all the professionals who are there for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions, and their families. We bring professionals together, share practice and offer resources and tools to support your work with children and families.
We need your help
Please give your money, your time or your voice, and help us change lives. Together we will make a lifetime of difference for children with short lives, helping every family get the very best care and support, every step of their journey – no matter how short.
Helping us get the best out of life
Two-year-old Elijah is unable to walk, talk or see, making ‘normal’ family life a challenge. For Children’s Hospice Week his mum shared what an incredible impact their local service makes on their lives, as “somewhere where you don’t have to worry about fitting in.”
