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How we're run

Find out about our governance and read our Annual Reports

Our aim is to always be there for those who need us, and to be led by our values of: courage, care and connectivity. We always put our children and families first and seek to provide high quality care at all times.

This wouldn’t be possible without your generous support and donations. This is why we want to be as transparent as possible about the way we work, so you can feel secure that your donations are being used in the best possible way.

What we want to achieve as a charity

  • To excel in all we do, acting with compassion, integrity and innovation
  • To reach everyone who needs our help
  • To be leaders and innovators in research and education
  • To provide sustainable healthcare that stays true to our values

We place children and young people, their families and carers at the heart of all we do and are passionate about the difference we make.

Our reports
Read our reports, including our Annual Review for a summary of the last year at Chestnut Tree House and St Barnabas House.
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2024

2023

2022

2021

The new Model of Care prioritises need, flexibility, and inclusivity, enabling us to:

  • Extend our reach to more children and families
  • Ensure equity of provision
  • Improve the transition experience of young people
  • Increase collaboration with our partners.

Read the full strategy document >

How we spend your money

For every £1 we spend

68p

goes directly to our care services

32p

goes to vital support costs - like fundraising and our retail departments

Your donations have meant that in the last year we’ve been able to:

  • Care for 293 children and young people
  • Give 1,462 counselling and support sessions to local families
  • Make 1,250 visits to families in their own home
  • 2,293 children, young people, siblings, parents, carers and grandparents attended our activity events
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About Southern Hospice Group
Southern Hospice Group was formed in 2024 when three hospices merged. Find out about the group and what we stand for.
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Meet the team
We couldn’t provide the care we do without the collaboration of our dedicated staff and volunteers.
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Our values
Find out about our values, what we stand for and how we work by these principles everyday.
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Gender Pay Gap
This report is published as part of our statutory obligation to report on any gender pay gap.
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