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Extraordinary care for extraordinary children

Demelza provides extraordinary care to children and young people with serious or life-limiting conditions, providing expert clinical care and helping to create extraordinary moments along the way.

We’re there when and where we’re needed most, offering support and services as unique as every family, across Kent, South East London and East Sussex.
 

We are Demelza

Demelza is there at every step, from first diagnosis and for as long as we’re needed, with family services, specialist nursing care and short breaks.

With more than 25 years experience, we provide clinical care and expert practical support to help families enjoy special moments and make lasting memories. 

Here when we're needed most

At Demelza, we believe every child and every family deserves the chance to live a fulfilling life. Our holistic, wraparound support is here to help them treasure every moment and make special memories. 

We support families when and where they need us most, in our hospices, at home, in their local communities, at school and online.

Get involved

  • Raise funds for us

    Fundraise for us at school, work or in your community.

    Fundraise
  • Play our lottery

    Join the Demelza Lottery for the chance to win weekly prizes and our Superdraw jackpot of £25,000.

    How to play
  • Volunteer with us

    Help out in our charity shops, support families and take care of our hospice sites.

    How to help
  • Shop with us

    Donate your preloved items or pick up a unique bargain in our charity shops and online.

    Where to shop
  • Partner with us

    Your organisation can help us continue to provide extraordinary care for extraordinary children.

    Join our mission
The life and work of Demelza Phillips inspired the creation of our hospices and our charity.

Our care and support is built on over 30 years’ experience and founded on her legacy.

The future of children's hospice care is in your hands.

We want the Government to guarantee the Children’s Hospice Grant – or equivalent sustainable funding –for at least five years.

Find out first-hand the difference we can make.

From care at home or in our hospices, to vital support during end of life and bereavement support. 

Donate today

Your donations make an extraordinary difference. Every £1 you give will provide expert care and support to children with serious or life-limiting conditions, giving them the opportunity to make the most of life with their families and loved ones. Thank you.

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