Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is a UK charity providing essential care to babies, children, and young people with life-limiting conditions, as well as vital support for their families. Serving families across Surrey, south-west London, and north-west London, our mission is to make every moment count, whether lives are measured in days, weeks, months, or years.
Our Services and Impact
Our compassionate team, including nurses, carers, and a dedicated Family Support Team, provides:
Symptom Management and Medical Care tailored to each child’s unique needs.
Respite Care to give families a much-needed break.
Therapies and Counselling to support emotional well-being.
Bereavement Support to help families navigate life after loss.
By supporting us, you’re helping families like Alison and Warren, who created lasting memories with their son Dylan-James during his time with us. Or Freddie’s parents, Chris and Maeve, who experienced the joy of splashing in a pool with their son despite his complex needs. These moments are priceless, and they are only possible with your help.
In this short video Britt talks about the difference Shooting Star Children's Hospices has made to her daughter Zoë and their family.
You can read the stories of families that we have supported here.
We Need You to Volunteer your time to Fundraise
Volunteers are the backbone of our charity, but the best way you can help us make a difference is by volunteering your time to fundraise. Every penny raised ensures we can continue to provide this vital care to children and families when they need it most.
There are so many ways to get involved! From bake sales and sponsored runs or bike rides to quiz nights and community events, there’s something for everyone. Check out our website for fun and creative fundraising ideas: shootingstar.org.uk/fundraise
You could help us fund:
A cuddle bed – this is a care bed that is wide enough for a parent to share with their child.
Respite stays for families who need a well deserved break
A memory tree for our Hospice in Guildford – parents can hang the name of their child on this and view it when they visit the place that they were last together
Refurbishment of our hydrotherapy pool
A new kitchen for our Hospice
Memory days – offering families a day to remember
Testimonials
“Shooting Star Children’s Hospices made it possible for us to create beautiful memories with our daughter during her final days. We are forever grateful”. – Ellie’s family
“They’ve been a lifeline for us. The care and support we received were beyond anything we could have imagined” Rosie and Alex, parents
How You Can Help
By volunteering your time to fundraise, you can ensure we continue to provide care and support for families in their toughest moments. Your creativity and effort can make an enormous difference - whether it’s a sponsored challenge, hosting an event, or encouraging your community to get involved.
Join us today and help make every moment count. For fundraising ideas and support, visit:
Let’s work together to bring comfort, care, and unforgettable moments to families who need them most.