Support for parents
We provide a range of support to parents caring for a child with a serious illness, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.
Find out moreWe provide a range of support to parents caring for a child with a serious illness, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.
Find out moreWe support young people and their siblings who have been diagnosed with any form of life threatening or terminal illness.
Find out moreOur Family Support Workers do lots of play and arts and crafts with children and their siblings who have a life threatening illness.
Find out moreLearn more about the support offered by Rainbow Trust professionals to families.
Find out moreOur Family Support Workers help siblings cope through one-to-one support, and sibling groups and events.
Find out moreMeet some of the Family Support Workers who enable us to support families caring for a seriously ill child.
Find out moreOur Family Support Workers and care staff have put together some advice for families. Read our expert advice for families with a seriously ill child.
We provide emotional and practical support for families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness. We offer the whole family support 24/7, regardless of diagnosis and for as long as they need it. Support is given at home, in the community or in hospital.
Our article article covers explaining diagnosis and treatment, how siblings might be feeling, and tips on how you can best support them.
Read moreCaring for a seriously ill child can be incredibly challenging and emotionally draining. Read our tips for prioritising your mental health.
Read moreAnticipatory grief is commonly experienced when you know someone is going to die. You may start to experience feelings associated with grief
Read more24/7 support for families across the country, from diagnosis and beyond.
Emotional support for the brothers and sisters of seriously ill children.
Practical and emotional support to families at home - both in person and virtually.
Supporting families with hospital stays, appointments and admissions.
Providing safe transport to vital medical appointments and hospital visits.