Tilly’s story: “Together for Short Lives made me feel brave again”
This is Dee’s story Dee is mum to Tilly, who has Rett syndrome. “When Tilly...
Family stories
99,000 children and young people are living in the UK with health conditions that are life-limiting or life-threatening - and the number is rising. Meet some of the families we support.
Arjun’s story: “We heard one cry, and then he was silent forever”
Told by his mum Manraj... "After Arjun was born he didn’t cry. It was like...
Amber-May’s story: Our fight had just begun
Amber-May had Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy and complex medical needs throughout her short life. Her mum...
Britt’s story: “I was broken and they put me back together”
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices have been part of Zoë, and her parents, Britt and Adrian’s...
Daisy’s story: “Each day we hope for the best”
"Making decisions when you are in crisis and not able to think rationally is terrifying....
Dylan’s story: “A little life, with a big impact”
“Dylan was always a calm presence, and as first-time parents, it was the happiest time...
Jenson’s story: I hope other families won’t have to wait as long as we have.
On his first birthday, we received the worst news imaginable “Jenson’s crawling was delayed and...
Liam’s story: “Claire House has given me confidence, independence and friends for life”
Nineteen-year-old Liam is just like any regular young person. A supporter of Liverpool F.C., Liam...