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Freddie and Louis' story

Our boys are always with us’ – parents share emotional story...

When Claire Gaskarth put her beautiful baby boy down for his usual afternoon nap one summer’s afternoon, little did she think it would become a day that changed...
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Phoebe's story

Seven-year-old Phoebe was first referred to Children’s...

Seven year old Phoebe was first referred to Children’s Hospice South West’s Charlton Farm hospice in Wraxall when she was just 3 years old. She was supported by...
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Riley's story

We know that when Riley is at Charlton Farm he is safe and...

For mum and dad Ian and Debs, their son Riley really is their ‘little miracle’ After suffering issues making it difficult to conceive, the couple fell pregnant...
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Riley's story

The family have been supported at Charlton Farm

Riley, from Shepton Mallet, was just 6 years old when he died from a rare brain tumour in November 2012. Riley, was first diagnosed when he was just 5 years old...
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Meet Liz

Liz tells us about her role as Team Leader for Education and...

Tell us about your job working in care? What’s your typical day/week? First and foremost, I am a Nurse, I love the personalised care I can give which ensures...
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Meet Richard

Richard tells us about his role at CHSW and what he enjoys...

Tell us about your job working in care? What’s your typical day/week? What is a typical day?! I normally work 9-5 (not always though) and each day starts with a...
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