little girl

Phoebe's story

Seven-year-old Phoebe was first referred to Children’s...

Seven year old Phoebe was first referred to Children’s Hospice South West’s Charlton Farm hospice in Wraxall when she was just 3 years old. She was supported by...
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boy in wheelchair

Riley's story

We know that when Riley is at Charlton Farm he is safe and...

For mum and dad Ian and Debs, their son Riley really is their ‘little miracle’ After suffering issues making it difficult to conceive, the couple fell pregnant...
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young boy

Riley's story

The family have been supported at Charlton Farm

Riley, from Shepton Mallet, was just 6 years old when he died from a rare brain tumour in November 2012. Riley, was first diagnosed when he was just 5 years old...
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Nurse at Little Bridge House

Meet Liz

Liz tells us about her role as Team Leader for Education and...

Tell us about your job working in care? What’s your typical day/week? First and foremost, I am a Nurse, I love the personalised care I can give which ensures...
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Richard

Meet Richard

Richard tells us about his role at CHSW and what he enjoys...

Tell us about your job working in care? What’s your typical day/week? What is a typical day?! I normally work 9-5 (not always though) and each day starts with a...
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Volunteer underneath inflatable race finish line

Meet Martin, volunteer at our Brixham shop

Martin tells us about his role volunteering with Children's...

Tell us about your volunteering at CHSW? What’s your typical day/week? I currently volunteer 1 day a week in the Brixham Shop, which is usually a 9 ½ hour day...
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