Latest from Demelza

Dying Matters Awareness Week is vital to Demelza as it encourages open, culturally sensitive conversations about death and grief, helping families feel supported and understood.

To mark National Therapy Animal Day, Pets As Therapy dogs Nala and Buddy visited Demelza, bringing comfort and smiles to children and families with their calming presence.

April is Stress Awareness Month, and Demelza is highlighting how small acts of love - like a lift to hospital or a listening ear - can ease stress for families with children who have serious or life-limiting conditions.

Children’s author Alex Brooks is creating a magical series of original tales for our Trail with a Tale sculpture trail in Tunbridge Wells this summer. To celebrate National Storytelling Week, we caught up with Alex to find out why storytelling means so much to all of us and how she is supporting Demelza through her stories. 

Today on Brew Monday we speak to Demelza’s HR Training and Wellbeing Officer to see what you can do on this day and every day to look after your mental health and wellbeing at work. 

At Demelza, we often talk about delivering extraordinary care for extraordinary children – but what do we actually mean by that? 

This Children’s Mental Health Week, we caught up with Victoria Swan, our Creative Therapies Lead, to learn how Demelza’s therapeutic services help children to explore their emotions, learn about themselves and build resilience. 

As the festive period and celebrations begin, some families may be preparing for their first Christmas without their child. Psychotherapeutic Practice Manager Jennie tells us how Demelza offers support during challenging times and what everyone can do to be there for someone who is grieving. 

Meet Peta, one of our dedicated practical support volunteers who lends a helping hand to families supported by Demelza. Read how she fits volunteering into her life and why she chooses to give up her time.