September 16, 2021 11:55 amPublished by Itineris SupportComments Off on Hadi’s story
Five-year-old Hadi has Spinal Muscular Atrophy type one, the severest form of a rare genetic condition that causes muscle weakness. "His life expectancy at first was no more than six months, but against all odds he's reached the age of five," said mum Sanaa.
September 16, 2021 11:52 amPublished by Itineris SupportComments Off on Jake’s story
Karen and Scott were told their middle child wouldn't live past his fifth birthday. Now, with Jake aged 16, mum Karen explains how invaluable the support from Shooting Star Children's Hospices has been to her whole family - particularly over the last 16 months.
September 16, 2021 11:49 amPublished by Itineris SupportComments Off on Finn’s story
The pandemic and lockdown presented many challenges for the families we care for, but the support from Shooting Star Children’s Hospices to Finn and parents Niamh and Toby, was all the more important when mum Niamh was diagnosed with cancer.
February 11, 2019 5:00 pmPublished by Itineris SupportLeave your thoughts
Significant numbers of children with life-limiting conditions are living longer thanks to medical advances. As a leading children's hospice charity, we must evolve and adapt to reflect these changes and ensure we can continue to provide this essential support and care.
January 30, 2019 12:00 amPublished by Itineris SupportLeave your thoughts
Leading office design and fit-out specialist, Area Sq – which is part of long-time corporate supporters, Fourfront Group are once again taking part in a charity challenge. This time giving the family lounge and dining area at our Hampton hospice, Shooting Star House a much needed facelift.
January 22, 2019 12:00 amPublished by Itineris SupportLeave your thoughts
On a cold and bright Sunday morning 10 of our runners from our 2019 London Marathon team paid a visit to our Hampton hospice, Shooting Star House.
January 2, 2019 12:00 amPublished by Itineris SupportLeave your thoughts
As 2018 drew to a close, the 'Celebrating Rory' team finished their stellar year of fundraising by organising their second wreath making workshop.
December 21, 2018 12:00 amPublished by Itineris SupportLeave your thoughts
Hundreds of employees have shown their generosity this Christmas by donating their time, and a wonderful selection of Christmas presents to our hospices.
December 21, 2018 12:00 amPublished by Itineris SupportLeave your thoughts
International superstar and our wonderful Patron Dame Joan Collins brought some Christmas cheer to families supported by Shooting Star Chase by treating them to a Christmas Afternoon Tea at The Dorchester.
December 18, 2018 12:00 amPublished by Itineris SupportLeave your thoughts
Shooting Star Chase charity shops play a vital role in helping us fund our care service. Last week eight of our twelve shops were a buzz of excitement when Cisco came up with a novel way to celebrate Christmas whilst supporting their local children's hospice charity.
