Just diagnosed?
Finding out you have a serious illness can be a terrible shock and can feel like your life is on hold. This is perfectly normal and support
Here to helpSupport for young people
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Will my sibling be ok?
The emotions you may have such as guilt, anxiety, isolation or embarrassment about your seriously ill brother or sister are completely norma
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Fun stuff
From a 3D textured globe to a friendship bracelet we've found some cool activities for you to do with your sister or brother.
Activities for older kids
Our support in numbers
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For families
1274 families with a seriously ill child were provided practical and emotional support so they didn't have to cope alone.
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For siblings
645 siblings supported, which mean brothers and sisters of a seriously ill child have someone to talk to and the chance to have some fun.
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Support
4051 hours of support given to seriously ill children, including sitting by their hospital bed.
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Transport
1897 hours of transport support, including to vital medical appointments, alleviating the stress for exhausted parents.
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Bereavement
60 families were provided with bereavement support, giving them time to talk about their grief and to keep their child’s memory alive.
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Days out
138 days out with families, helping them to spend more time together and enjoy much-needed respite.
