Family Stories

When a family is told their child has a life-limiting or life-threatening condition, their world is turned upside down, which is why our care services make a real difference, enhancing quality of life when every moment counts,

Martha's story
When Martha was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition, her mum Harriet turned to Shooting Star's counselling service to see how they could help.
Read Martha's story

 Sophie and Martha


Vinny's story
Arsenal fan Vinny loves spending time at Shooting Star's Teenage Days. He tells us all about the special trips, and how he enjoys making friends.. even if they are Chelsea fans!
Read Vinny's story

 Vinny


Rohan's story
Mum Georgina talks openly about the strain that the round-the-clock care her son needs has on family life.
Read Rohan's story

 Rohan


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Naushad's story       
Like many families, the Patankar's were initially reluctant for their son, Naushad, to be cared for in a hospice. But when they did arrive, their perception changed forever.
Watch Naushad's story

 Ali Patankar


William's story
How does a happy and healthy family cope after being hit with the news that both mother and son have separate life-threatening conditions?
Read William's story

 William


Sade's story
Born with chronic lung disease, Sade spent most of her first two years in hospital. Now home, Shooting Star has helped bring a degree of normality to their family life.
Read Sade's story

 Sade


Stella's story
Stella is about to turn 5 years old and is proud to show off her new school uniform. Quite a bright moment for a little girl who has nearly died on three occasions.
Read Stella's story

 Stella


Grace's story
At 8 months old, Grace was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy and referred to Shooting Star.  The care offered allowed Grace's parents moments of respite in a world otherwise totally dedicated to Grace.
Read Grace's story

 Louise and Grace