FAQ's

1) How do I refer a child to Children's Hospice South West?

Referrals are accepted from any source, provided that they are made with the knowledge and agreement of the family. Medical confirmation of the child's condition and prognosis will be sought. Referrals need to be made to the Head of Care at Little Bridge House or Charlton Farm.

2) Does the Children's Hospice South West help children suffering from cancer?

A small number of children that use our services are suffering from cancer. This is largely due to the treatment success rates of young cancer patients. We do work very closely with CLIC Sargeant to ensure that the children that we have that suffer from cancer have the best specialist care available. Other medical conditions that our children suffer from range from heart disease, organ failure, Duchenne muscular dystrophy to lesser known conditions such as Batten's diseases and to disabilities so profound that a child's hold on life is very fragile.

3) How is Children's Hospice South West funded?

None of the families who use either of the South West Children's Hospices has to pay. It is almost entirely funded by voluntary contributions from the public through fundraising, donations, trusts, and, increasingly money left to the charity in wills. We also have a network of friend's groups across the South West, acting as a focus for fundraising activities, co-ordinated from regional offices. We rely on the generosity of the people of the South West to raise the necessary running costs which by 2008 will be in the region of £6 million.

4) How can I get involved and help raise money for CHSW?

There are many ways that you can get involved to help raise funds for Children's Hospice South West. Please click here to find out more.

5) Can I buy any Children's Hospice South West items on-line?

We have a number of Children's Hospice branded and promotional items which we currently sell through our shops however we are also in the process of setting up an online shopping facility. If you would like to receive information on when this is up and running, please fill in the online registration form to receive communications via e-mail.

6) Can I come and look around the hospice?

We hold open weeks at both of our hospices every year. Our next open weeks are w/c 14th January at Charlton Farm and w/c 21st January at Little Bridge House. Please visit our website nearer the time to find out more information.

7) Can I apply for a job at Children's Hospice South West?

Please visit the jobs section to see current vacancies.