Freddie’s story – Shooting Star
Splashing in a pool was an experience Chris and Maeve never thought they would be able to do with their son, Freddie, who was given a tracheostomy at 10 months old. “He loved bath time in
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Splashing in a pool was an experience Chris and Maeve never thought they would be able to do with their son, Freddie, who was given a tracheostomy at 10 months old. “He loved bath time in
Read more"Phyllis Tuckwell has changed my life completely,” said Fred, who has lung disease. “Last November I went through a bad patch. I couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. I wouldn’t
Read moreShooting Star Children’s Hospices honour and support parents who have experienced the death of a child as part of National Bereaved Parents Day. Since launching their Specialist Bereavement
Read moreLittle Rays is a group for primary school aged bereaved children, who have experienced the death of a loved one. They may be feeling sad, lonely, angry or confused. Perhaps they feel different and
Read moreAre you passionate about gardening and have some free time during the week?Phyllis Tuckwell is looking for dedicated volunteer gardeners to join their team for 2 – 3 hours once a week or
Read moreThe local community in Hampton learned about the breadth of services, met some of the dedicated team and explored facilities at Shooting Star House in Hampton at the Open Day on Saturday 22
Read moreCongratulations to our Top Prize winner from Witley with Draw Number 146395. 2nd Prize £100 winners: 64541 148705 138061 Thank you everyone that supported through the draw, the
Read moreFamilies were treated to a very special visit as Shooting Star Children’s Hospices welcomed global superstar Dame Joan Collins to Shooting Star House in Hampton. Dame Joan, who was joined by
Read morePhyllis Tuckwell offers supportive and end of life care to patients who are living with an advanced or terminal illness, and supports their families and carers too. “They’ve been amazing,
Read moreIn the weeks leading up to Christmas in 2022, a devastating diagnosis changed life forever for Toby and his family. At the age of eight, doctors discovered Toby had adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD),
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