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Family stories
Leo's story

Leo spent months in hospital after being diagnosed with leukaemia and developing graft-versus-host disease, leaving him unable to eat, drink or walk. Leo made a full recovery and Demelza has been there for him and his family providing care, support and some much-needed fun!

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Supporters invited to summer garden party to learn more about Demelza East Sussex

Supporters and residents who want to find out more about the support Demelza provides in East Sussex are invited to a summer garden party.

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Miles in May 2026
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Supporters walk 10 miles across London to raise funds for Demelza

Corporate supporters have taken part in Demelza’s annual Miles in May fundraiser during Mental Health Awareness Week.

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International Nurse’s Day: Megan’s story

Discover why nursing at a children’s hospice is such a unique and rewarding career. 

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Demelza represented at King’s royal garden party

Representatives from Demelza have attended a royal garden party hosted by King Charles.

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The Art of Belonging project
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Demelza to hold exhibition exploring death, dying and remembrance across cultures

Demelza is proud to present The Art of Belonging, a free community exhibition exploring death, dying and remembrance across cultures.

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Mote Park Bubble Rush
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Give dad the gift of a fun family day out this Father’s Day at Demelza’s Bubble Rush

For a different type of Father's Day gift, treat him to a great family day out at Demelza's Bubble Rush where dads get in for free.

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Family stories
Ben's story

Ben was only 17 when he died, just seven months after being diagnosed with cancer. Demelza has been at his family’s side ever since, helping them find ways to cope with that unimaginable loss.

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Dying Matters Awareness Week: Supporting dads and male carers to share their grief

This Dying Matters Awareness Week, Garry, a bereaved father supported by Demelza, tells us how talking about his son and sharing experiences with other bereaved families is helping him navigate his own grief.

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