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Families are at the heart of our 'Homes from Home'

Jenson's family story

Abbie and James were supported at Acorn House when their son, Jenson, became critically ill with a respiratory virus. He later was diagnosed with a rare heart condition

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Sara's six year old son, Adam has already undergone two open heart surgeries and her daughter Aimee is currently in hospital due to a chronic pain condition. Whenever her children have been in hospital Eckersley House has been there to support them

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'Homes From Home'

When a child suddenly becomes ill, there’s no time to plan. We're here to give families one less thing to worry about by giving them a place to stay, free of charge just minutes from their child’s bedside.

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You really are making a difference to families during some of the most difficult times of their lives

20 July 2021

Andy and Jacqui share with us why they became a Friend of The Sick Children's Trust by giving a monthly donation, helping us to plan for our future.

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Natalie gets set for sponsored head shave for Crawford House which gave her a 'Home from Home' 13 years ago

19 July 2021

We kept Natalie and her husband Kevin by their daughter's side when she was rushed to Newcastle after being resuscitated four times. Now Natalie is shaving her hair off for us!

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