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Family stories
Aimee’s sibling story

Aimee’s brother has been supported by Demelza for a long time, and she grew up as part of our community. Find out what Demelza’s support has meant to her over the years.

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Man with extremely rare disorder to take on Everest trek to support Demelza

A man told he wouldn’t live past the age of four due to an extremely rare genetic condition is taking on an Everest trek in aid of Demelza, who supported him as a child.

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Mum supported by Demelza welcomes new drug trial which could change lives

A mum supported by Demelza whose son has a severe neurological condition which causes serious seizures has welcomed new drug trials which could change lives.

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New drug could change lives of children with Dravet syndrome

A new drug is being trialled which could change the lives of children who have a severe neurological condition which causes serious seizures.

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Mick’s volunteering story

Meet Mick, a volunteer driver at Demelza, and find out what it’s like to support families through volunteering.

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Family stories
Tom's story

It can be hard work caring for a complex child 24/7, but Demelza is there for Tom’s whole family – from helping them connect with other families who understand, to making sure they can all be together for life’s precious moments, big or small.

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Joshua and his parents at the beach
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Demelza raffle named in memory of Joshua’s trademark thumbs up

Demelza has named its spring fundraising raffle in memory of a 12-year-old boy's trademark thumbs up.

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Star Wars actor’s legacy to Demelza highlights importance of gifts in wills

A Star Wars actor who lived in Kent has left a legacy to Demelza.

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Family stories
Joshua's story

Joshua’s zest for life was endless, and despite multiple rounds of cancer treatment, he was always ready with a smile and his trademark thumbs up.

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