Family stories

Loui’s story

"We have learnt so much from having Loui in our lives. He made us parents and also neurological scientists (part-time). He will always be our brave soldier, and we will be forever proud of our boy."

Nora’s story

"Before Chestnut Tree House, there was no one else who could look after Nora when she’s not at school. It’s not fair to leave her with family members because she needs constant care."

Leah's story

"Leah was our little ray of sunshine. We called her Little Miss Giggles because she had such a contagious laugh and bubbly personality."

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Archie’s story

"Chestnut consistently put the child first to make sure they can have a childhood that, although vastly different from their peers, offers them the chance to experience the same joys and little things in life that is all part of growing up."

Lilly’s story

"The team at Chestnut Tree House are brilliant and they need all of the help and support that they can get so they can continue doing what they do for families like us. I don’t know what we would do without them."

Christopher's story

It’s only at Chestnut Tree House that Christopher and his whole family can have the best summer holidays.

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Summer’s story

"You're not taught to be a parent. So you're definitely not taught to be a parent of a dying child."

Gracie’s story

Gracie has epilepsy and a rare disorder called Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome. Her mum, Aly, shares what it's like living with both.

Tiger-Lily’s story

Vicky introduces us to her daughter Tiger-Lily. Since birth Tiger-Lily's needed round the clock care and ventilation due to a rare illness she was born with. Vicky tells us what her journey's been like and how the Chestnut Tree team have been there for support and care.

Jess’s story

"I remember our first visit like it was yesterday. Everyone was so friendly, and the facilities were amazing. All the other children and families looked happy, and no one was treated any differently."

Maisy-Leigh’s story

Get to know Maisy-Leigh and her family. Mum Hayleigh gives us a glimpse into their lives together and how Maisy-Leigh's rare genetic condition shapes their lives.

Heidi and Eloise’s story

"The main thing Chestnut Tree House gave us was time as a family"

Faith’s story

“At least half of our favourite memories with Faith are all because of Chestnut Tree House, either at the House or at a community event.”

Jacob’s story

Jacob has lots of complex medical needs - he loves spending time outdoors and splashing around in the swimming pool, His Mum tells us all about their life.

Tyler’s story

"Our family needs support we can rely on. And like every family, we need fun too. Chestnut makes both possible."

Louiza’s story

"A friend then told me about Chestnut Tree House, and I was so pleased to know that there was help out there."

Finlay’s story

“We weren’t ready to say goodbye and the team at the hospital knew that. They searched for a local children’s hospice where we could go, and they found Chestnut Tree House.”

Rupert’s story

“Nursery rhymes, fairy lights, love and constant support. Chestnut Tree House hospice gave us the perfect place to say goodbye to our Rupert.”

Mikey’s story

Mikey was just nine-months old when he was fitted with a tracheostomy to help him breathe. His condition is so complex that he's the only one in the world with his condition - Mum, Chevonne gives us a glimpse into their life.

Jack’s story

“Jack is our beautiful miracle baby. At three weeks old, we thought we would have to say goodbye to him. They told us he would never walk, never sit up, never speak.”

Zac’s story

"You hear the word hospice and you get frightened; you think of a sad and gloomy hospital setting. But when we visited at 24 weeks pregnant, it instantly felt like a home away from home, it was amazing."

Andre’s story

Just like any 11-year-old, Andre loves music, going to school and spending time with his big sister, but unlike many boys his age he also has a life-shortening disorder called Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.