Caring for a seriously ill child can leave families running on empty. "The support has changed our family's life. We can start living instead of surviving." Call our free helpline: 0808 8088 100 💜

Eid Mubarak🌙 To everyone in our community celebrating today - we're thinking of you. May this Eid bring you peace, love, and precious time together. From everyone at Together for Short Lives.💜

Spring clear out season is here. Your old clothes, toys and books could support seriously ill children across the UK. Anglo Doorstep Collections pick up for free - straight from your door. Book a free collection: https://bit.ly/3ML0pDS 💜

When a child is seriously ill, everyday life doesn't stop. In 2024/25, we helped 550 families receive a free food shop or vouchers - thanks to the generosity of M&S Food, Morrisons and Rosie's Rainbow Pantry. 💜 https://www.togetherforshortlives.org.uk/get-support/

Are you supporting children and families in remote or rural communities? On 17 March, we're joined by Helen Malo from @HospiceUK to explore how we can bring children's palliative care closer to home. Free to attend - link in bio. https://bit.ly/4ddnLkn

Today is #InternationalWomensDay. Lynsey, Habon, Jess and Sarah show up every day for children and families who need it most. Four inspiring women. One shared drive to make things better. 💜 #IWD2026 #GiveToGain

Today is Rare Disease Day. 7 in 10 rare conditions affect children. Over 50% of childhood deaths are associated with a rare condition - yet only 4 in 10 have a care plan. No family should face their child's short life alone. Because time is short. @geneticallianceuk.bsky.social

Today is Helpline Awareness Day. 💜 If you're caring for a seriously ill child, you shouldn't have to face it alone. Our helpline is here to listen, help with practical and financial support, and point you in the right direction. Call on 0808 8088 100 or togetherforshortlives.org.uk/get-support

A bake sale. A birthday fundraiser. A gig for someone you love. There's no one way to fundraise for Together for Short Lives - and some of the most memorable have been the simplest. 💜 Got an idea? We'd love to help 👉 https://bit.ly/4tRvfj8

This #CareDay, looked-after children with life-limiting conditions deserve to be part of the conversation. Join our free webinar with Credo Care Fostering and Rainbows Hospice. 📅 26 Feb | 🕐 11am–12pm | 📍 Online Book your place 👉 https://bit.ly/46lpOie

It's Payroll Giving Month. £5 a month from your pay before tax costs you less than you give – and helps us support families caring for a seriously ill child through our helpline, campaigning and grants. togetherforshortlives.hopg.co.uk

New evidence @mariecurieuk.bsky.social highlights what families of seriously ill children tell us every day: access to high‑quality palliative & end of life care depends on where you live. Our trustee Brad McLean spoke to BBC Radio 4 about the reality for families. Starts 2:40 https://bbc.in/4cw9sa8

In January, 173 families contacted our helpline for support. If you or someone you know could use our support, call us on 0808 8088 100 or visit our Family Support Hub. 💜 https://www.togetherforshortlives.org.uk/get-support/

Family Support Hub

Our Family Support Hub offers emotional support and practical advice, connecting you with other families, and helping you access free legal advice if you need it.

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When you're caring for a seriously ill child, the fridge still needs filling. We work with Rosie's Rainbow Pantry to provide a one-off food shop to families nearing end-of-life or recently bereaved. This feedback from a family really does mean the world to us 💜