Faye never failed to put a smile on people’s faces. Always ready with a kind word or a hug, Faye’s infectious personality made a lasting impression on all who were lucky enough to have known her. Even though the last years of her short life were a continuous battle, she always put others first. Mum Carol shares how, after four months in intensive care, Bluebell Wood helped her say goodbye to her little girl in comfort and with dignity. Read more
For kind, caring and bubbly Courtney, Bluebell Wood was the best place in the world. A place that made her feel like she could do anything, and be whoever she wanted to be. Her life-shortening condition meant she’d planned for the end from a very early age, and there was only ever one place she wanted to spend her final moments. From the joyous to the devastating, mum Amanda shares the journey of the young woman whose courage inspires her every single day: Read more
Beautiful Astrid was “simply perfect” when she joined her mum, dad and two sisters who’d been excitedly awaiting her arrival. As the family waited to be discharged with their baby girl the following day, a midwife made a devastating discovery. Mum Amelia shares the heart-wrenching journey that led to Bluebell Wood becoming Astrid’s forever home. Read more
Alex’s life is very different to that of most children. He’s been devastatingly close to losing his big brother Thomas, whose condition means his family never know what’s around the corner, on more than one occasion. Alex just wants to enjoy life and have fun – and that’s exactly what he does at Bluebell Wood. Read more
Families are at the heart of everything we do here at Bluebell Wood. Whether they want to have a fun-filled and action-packed day or a cup of tea and a chat; we’re here for them.
You can find out more about the children and young people who visit Bluebell Wood and their families by reading their stories below.
“Jacob loves the attention he gets at Bluebell Wood, and we love being there together as a family.”Kerry, Jacob’s mum
Oscar’s family had to make unthinkable decisions about their baby boy’s future before they’d even met him. They knew their time with Oscar would be cruelly short, so were determined to make the most of every moment. Read more
For George, it’s all about living his best life. The cheeky little rock star in the making spent the first ten months of his life in hospital and has been fighting battles ever since. But despite this you’ll rarely see him without his dazzling smile. Read more
Baby Isaac never got to live the full and happy life his family dreamt of. But, thanks to the care and support of Bluebell Wood, they made sure every single second of his short life was filled with love. Mum Emma shares the heartbreaking journey that brought them to Bluebell Wood: Read more
Zainab loved spending time at Bluebell Wood, so much so that she even called it her ‘holiday home’. The hospice gave Zainab the independence she’d always wanted, and gave her family precious memories they’ll carry with them for the rest of their lives. Mum Salma shares the story of her beautiful little girl whose life was sadly too short: Read more
Never in their worst nightmares did Nathan's family expect to be saying goodbye to their son, just days after he began to complain of headaches. The big-hearted, thoughtful teenager was always there for anyone who needed him... Read more
Reece’s life may have been short, but his legacy of kindness and bravery continues to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him. Proud dad David shares their story and explains how he’ll always treasure the memories they made at Bluebell Wood. Read more
Tazim said goodbye to her brave and brilliant little boy Ibraheem when he was just 15-years-old, after several years of making beautiful memories at Bluebell Wood. Now the family are making the most of every moment with his little sister Fathima who has the very same condition. Read more
When Beau Matilda was born at just 23 weeks, she was so tiny she could fit into the palm of her dad’s hand. Jody and Ben’s ‘little miracle’ battled for survival for two weeks, before drawing her last breath in their arms. Jody explains how Bluebell Wood guided them through the darkness, and how Beau’s memory will always live on. Read more
Finlay’s family faced the unthinkable prospect of their little boy’s first day being his last. But their courageous ‘little miracle’ had other ideas, and has been defying the odds ever since. Mums Abbie and Lisa share how Finlay spreads sunshine and melts hearts wherever he goes. Read more
Ever the showman, Luca never fails to make an impression. The cheeky chappy, who was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy Quadriplegia as a toddler, likes nothing more than being the centre of attention – something there’s no shortage of at Bluebell Wood. Read more
Cheeky Preston loves spending time in his room and watching videos on YouTube, like many other teenagers. But since he was diagnosed with a complex degenerative condition at 18-months-old, he’s gradually lost the ability to move, speak and do most of the things many of us take for granted... Read more
Beautiful Eddie never got to lead the long and happy life that his family had dreamed of. After a courageous ten-month battle, their worst nightmare came true. But thanks to Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice, they said goodbye with dignity... Read more
Happy, smiling Dougie achieved so much in his short life, despite a complex neurological condition that made each and every day a battle. Mum Beth tells of how life-changing Bluebell Wood has been for her family, and how she always knew it would be the right place to say goodbye to her courageous little boy. Read more
Kaisha always knew she was different to her schoolmates, but it wasn’t until she was ten years old doctors finally gave her family the answers they’d been searching for. Read more
Saki was always the life and soul, dazzling all he met with his beaming smile and wicked sense of humour. Mum Sharon explains how the hospice’s support helped “put her back together” after she’d said goodbye to the young man who was her whole world. Read more
Wulfric’s family said their devastating final goodbyes to their precious baby boy at Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice, just days after his journey had begun. Read more
Life has been far from easy for Summer Mae, but the girl with the “most beautiful smile” lights up the room wherever she goes. Mum Emma tells of the joy she brings their family, and the utter devastation when they came so close to losing her one Christmas. Read more
‘Little astronaut’ Daniel loves nothing more than gazing at the twinkling ‘stars’ glistening on his bedroom ceiling at night. Read more
Like most children ‘Duracell Bunny’ Kai has got energy to burn. You’ll often find him at Bluebell Wood bouncing on the trampoline, whizzing down the slide and wreaking havoc in the soft play. Read more
Ella’s family first came to Bluebell Wood in 2018, after she was diagnosed with West Syndrome, a severe type of epilepsy. Her mum and dad, Katie and Mat, share their story: Read more