Children's Hospice South West

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Frank McDermott

Frank McDermott

My Story

I am delighted to run the London Marathon in support of a truly exceptional charity, Children's Hospice Southwest. My daughter, Erika who sadly died 7 years ago at the age of 3 was supported by the wonderful team and they continue to be part of our lives now. They offered us respite, support for Erika, our son Finn and for us as well during her life and after. I can never fully repay them or fully describe in words the unbelievable service they provide. So please support them with a donation if you can!

Frank x

CHSW

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) exists to make the most of short and precious lives and puts children and families at the centre of all it does. Our vision is to be fit for the future by continuing to:

  • Strive to provide the highest level of care, clinical expertise and enrichment opportunities for children who are expected to die in childhood.
  • Continue to provide holistic care that meets the needs of all family members.
  • Maximise our services to as many families as possible in ways they want and in partnership with others.
  • Promoting the needs of children with life-limiting conditions both regionally and nationally. 
  • Share our expertise widely through the provision of education.

Our ethos

Our ethos is to ensure that everyone (Trustees, all staff and volunteers) place children and families at the centre of the organisation.

In order to achieve this, everyone will be expected to promote a strong, caring community environment characterised by a culture of sensitivity, trust, consideration and respect for others.

Our promise to you 

"Our promise is to make the most of short and precious lives across the South West. That will always be our priority and we are committed to the highest standards of fundraising practice. " https://www.chsw.org.uk/about/our-supporter-promise

Children's Hospice South West

Raising for:

Children's Hospice South West
118%

Funded

  • Target
    £3,000
  • Raised so far
    £3,550
  • Number of donors
    99

My Story

I am delighted to run the London Marathon in support of a truly exceptional charity, Children's Hospice Southwest. My daughter, Erika who sadly died 7 years ago at the age of 3 was supported by the wonderful team and they continue to be part of our lives now. They offered us respite, support for Erika, our son Finn and for us as well during her life and after. I can never fully repay them or fully describe in words the unbelievable service they provide. So please support them with a donation if you can!

Frank x

CHSW

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) exists to make the most of short and precious lives and puts children and families at the centre of all it does. Our vision is to be fit for the future by continuing to:

  • Strive to provide the highest level of care, clinical expertise and enrichment opportunities for children who are expected to die in childhood.
  • Continue to provide holistic care that meets the needs of all family members.
  • Maximise our services to as many families as possible in ways they want and in partnership with others.
  • Promoting the needs of children with life-limiting conditions both regionally and nationally. 
  • Share our expertise widely through the provision of education.

Our ethos

Our ethos is to ensure that everyone (Trustees, all staff and volunteers) place children and families at the centre of the organisation.

In order to achieve this, everyone will be expected to promote a strong, caring community environment characterised by a culture of sensitivity, trust, consideration and respect for others.

Our promise to you 

"Our promise is to make the most of short and precious lives across the South West. That will always be our priority and we are committed to the highest standards of fundraising practice. " https://www.chsw.org.uk/about/our-supporter-promise