Extraordinary care for extraordinary children 💙 When they need us most, we’ll be there; to reassure, to guide and to care. We are Demelza.
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Registered Charity Number: 1039651
Demelza is a charity in the South East of England that delivers extraordinary care to extraordinary children who are facing serious or life-limiting conditions, throughout Kent, South East London and East Sussex. We’re here for them and their families with expert clinical, emotional and practical support at every step – from first diagnosis and for as long as we’re needed. By their side when they feel isolated, helping to create joy in family life during challenging times and making precious memories. Demelza believes in care that doesn’t back down. This page is a safe space for our Demelza community and we reserve the right to delete comments or content if the language used is rude, abusive, or specifically targeted at one individual.
01/01/2026
To all our incredible Demelza Lottery players in 2025 - THANK YOU! 🎉
Each entry isn’t just a chance to win, it’s a lifeline for families who rely on our care.
Because of you, children and families can make precious memories together even in the darkest of times. 💙
31/12/2025
Creating moments of sunshine, thanks to you. 💙✨
As 2025 comes to a close we want to thank everyone for their extraordinary support over the past year. Thanks to your kindness we have been able to support 842 children with serious or life-limiting conditions and their families. We've welcomed 166 new families into our care, creating moments of sunshine they can cherish.
Our retail outlets and shops have served 644,310 customers and our Lottery players, fundraisers and partnerships have helped to raise an incredible amount, ensuring that we can continue to be there for the families who need us the most.
Your support is so appreciated, here’s to 2026. 🎉
30/12/2025
We are thrilled to share that has been awarded an MBE and has been made a Dame in the New Year Honours List. 💙
Both Sally and Jayne are ambassadors of Demelza and we are so grateful for their extraordinary support. Congratulations. 🎉
29/12/2025
What a year it’s been! 🫶
As 2025 draws to a close, we want to say THANK YOU to all our incredible corporate partners. Whether you’ve donated, fundraised, or rolled up your sleeves to volunteer in our gardens and shops – your support has made a real difference. 💙
Together, you’ve helped us provide vital care and support for children with serious or life-limiting conditions and their families. We couldn’t do it without you. 🙌✨
28/12/2025
Get ready for a fun-filled, family-friendly day! Bubble Rush is BACK in Maidstone for 2026! 🫧
📅 Sunday 21 June
👉 Sign up now and get ready for a day filled with family fun! 🌈https://bit.ly/4peFGdz
25/12/2025
It's because of generous support that our sites can remain open and our community team can be there for the children and their families who need us at this time of year. 💛
Our team remain hard at work to ensure Christmas is special for those who may be with us or in hospital, instead of in their own homes today. Thank you for helping us to create moments of sunshine for families in your community. 🫶
From all at , Merry Christmas.🎄✨
24/12/2025
🎄 ‘Twas the night before Christmas…
While many are settling in for the night, our teams are still out there - bringing support and sunshine to families at home, in hospital and at Demelza.
Tonight, we invite you to pause with us for a special reading of The Night Before Christmas.
Demelza scratch cards are available in our charity shops - a small, festive present that helps fund vital care for children and families. They also make the perfect table favour for Christmas Day, adding a little extra sparkle to your celebrations. 🌟
Over the past few weeks, our elves have been busy packing gifts to deliver to children supported by Demelza, as well as for those who visited our Festive Wonderland grottos. ✨
This would not have been possible without the generosity of all those who have donated gifts, our volunteer elves and those who have donated to our Christmas appeal, helping us to bring sunshine this Christmas - thank you all!
We were thrilled to welcome players and staff from Bromley FC to this week.
They spent time chatting with families and staff, spreading joy and handing out Christmas presents for the children we support to enjoy. 🎁✨
"As a club and trust, we’re committed to supporting organisations that truly make a difference in our community and Demelza embodies that completely. We’re proud to continue building this relationship." - Head of Operations at Bromley FC, Alex Koroma
A huge thank you for making the time to visit us and helping to create moments of sunshine this Christmas. 💛
20/12/2025
🚶♀️🏔️ Take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge for Demelza!
Join us for an unforgettable adventure in 2026 and help support children with serious and life-limiting conditions.
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Demelza Hospice Care for Children is a charity providing specialist care and emotional support for children with terminal conditions, and their loved ones across Kent, South East London and East Sussex.
Our Mission:
At Demelza, we believe every child and young person who has a terminal condition should receive the care and attention they need to live the most fulfilling life they can. We aim to provide specialist care and support to babies, children, and young people, to give them and their families the opportunity to build memories, for however long they have together. Demelza’s care covers diagnosis, day to day family life, times of crisis, end of life, and through bereavement, providing support for all those affected.
Company Overview:
Demelza provides specialist care and emotional support for children with terminal conditions and their loved ones, so they can enjoy their time together as a family, for as long as they have.
We care for children with a range of different conditions, some of which are very complex and so rare, they have no name.
Our services include:
- Hospice at home care
- Hospice Care
- Planned Short Breaks
- Emergency Respite
- Therapies
- Symptom Control
- End of Life Care
- Bereavement Support
These services are currently provided through Demelza Kent, our hospice in Sittingbourne, Demelza South East London, a six bedded hospice in Eltham, and Demelza Community, our hospice at home service operating in East Sussex.
As a charity, we’re almost entirely dependent on the generosity of our supporters to provide the funds that keep our services going.
Please make sure every family can depend on us when they need us most.
General Information:
Our Facebook account is monitored during office hours, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, during which time we will endeavour to respond to your queries within 24 hours.