Chestnut Tree House

Our care

Find out about the care we offer for children and young people, read the FAQs and watch a tour of the House and gardens.

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Healthcare professionals

All information for healthcare professionals from how to make a referral to what it's like to work at a children's hospice.

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Fundraise

If you're looking for fundraising ideas or taking part in an organised event, we're here to help.

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Volunteering opportunities

There are so many ways to get involved, from cheering on a marathon runner to helping in our shops. Will you be our next volunteer superstar?

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Make a donation

Over £5 million is needed every year to provide hospice care for local children and their families, and we couldn't do it without you!

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Helping families to support each other

We have a lot of experts working at Chestnut Tree House. But sometimes, the best person to help is someone who’s been through it themselves. That’s why we are running more events for bereaved and non-bereaved families to meet and share their experiences

What it’s like having an autistic child

"My son is an amazing little boy, and I know with the right support he will grow into an amazing young man. I will do everything in my power to ensure he achieves the success that he deserves. I will forever be his advocate when he cannot verbalise his needs."

What happens when young people outgrow children’s hospice care?

Anna - Director of Children's Services, shares information about how children transition from child services into adult services, and how we support young people and families in this process.

28 Apr

Worthing Runfest

Runs

Steyne Gardens, Worthing

It's a fun, flat route with tonnes of atmosphere on closed roads. The UKA certified course follows along the sea and is fully marshalled with water along the route.

26 May

Ride London

Cycles

London

Be part of the Chestnut cycle team and take on this popular course, starting in central London and following a traffic-less route around Essex.

30 Oct

Trek the Sahara

Overseas trek

Sahara Desert

Your chance to explore the famous Sahara Desert on foot. You’ll be taken on a challenge of a lifetime, with local Berbers as your guide you’ll get to see the wonders of the desert first hand.