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could give a child an hour of fun and specialist care at Chestnut Tree House, creating memories that will last forever.
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could help fund a sibling activity day for children who have a brother or sister with a life-limiting condition.
Tommy and a guinea pig

Meet Tommy

Tommy has a rare genetic condition called neurofibromatosis type 1, which causes tumours to grow along his nerves and has left him with mobility issues, learning difficulties and other complications.

Tommy’s condition is very severe – not many people have gone through what he has. There’s no cure, and no telling when another tumour might appear.

Tommy and his mum

Tommy is awaiting his next set of hospital check-ups and his mum, Chelsea, is worried sick about what the doctors might find.

As a result of his tumours, Tommy’s spine is curved, so he’s wobbly on his legs and often needs a wheelchair. Because he’s unable to control his bladder and bowels at night, Chelsea must get up to change him and his bedding – never getting a proper night’s rest.

Tommy and his support worker

Helen is a Healthcare Assistant at Chestnut Tree House. For the past two years, she's been looking after Tommy. She takes Tommy out on fun trips, so mum Chelsea can have some precious hours to relax, catch up on sleep or spend time with her other children.

Helen and Tommy sometimes go to the beach or an adventure park. But mostly Tommy loves hanging out at Chestnut Tree House! Playing video games, baking and playing in the hydrotherapy pool - having fun and making memories.

"At a time when many of us are feeling the pinch, your support is appreciated more than ever. That’s why I’d like to thank you on behalf of Chelsea, Tommy and all the other families you’re helping – they’ll always remember your kindness and the fun, carefree memories it makes possible."

- Helen, Tommy's Healthcare Assistant

Please consider making a donation today

Our costs are soaring

Over the last year, our heating, food and other running costs have soared and our electricity bills are up by a staggering 170%. With only 15% of our funding coming from central government, we urgently need your help to keep making memories for children and young people like Tommy. Please, if you’re able, send a gift of £35 today.

I'd like to donate
£35
£56
£100
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Will you give a family the gift of happy memories?

£35

could give a child an hour of fun and specialist care at the House, creating memories that will last forever

£56

could enable a nurse to visit a child in their own home, giving parents some much needed respite

£100

could help fund an activity day for children who have a sibling with a life-limiting condition
Donate today

Please, if you’re able, send a gift today.

When life is short, memories are especially precious
I'd like to donate
£35
£56
£100
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£

Please, if you’re able, send a gift today.

When life is short, memories are especially precious
I'd like to donate
£35
£56
£100
Other
£