Is there a charge to stay in a ‘Home from Home’?
No, we never charge you to stay with us. Donations are very gratefully received but there is no obligation for you to give.
Can I book a room in advance?
Due to demand, our ‘Homes from Home’ do not take bookings and are unable to guarantee accommodation. Following our admissions criteria, rooms are allocated and reviewed on a daily basis so that we can help the families who are most in need.
How long can I stay for?
Length of stay in our houses is never guaranteed. House staff will review family stays on a regular basis and liaise with the hospital regarding certain factors: Is your child in intensive care? Is a parent bed available on the ward? How far away does your family live? Does your child have siblings? What is the expected length of treatment?
Can newly delivered mothers stay once discharged?
Newly delivered mothers are more than welcome to stay with us, however if they have given birth less than five days prior then they will need to have someone to stay with them until post five days.
I don`t have a partner, can someone else stay with me?
Different hospitals have different rules in place and we are currently mirroring the regulations set by them. If only one parent is allowed on the ward then only one parent will be able to stay in our ‘Home from Home’. Currently no siblings, friends or other relatives are able to stay with us.
What are the conditions for staying?
All of our houses are zero tolerance houses, meaning that illegal substances/legal highs and alcohol are prohibited and smoking has to be off premises. Abuse of the house facilities and threatening, disruptive or intimidating behaviour is also prohibited. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied at all times by an adult. Families must not leave the room unused for more than one night in a week.