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.
11/12/2025
Join us next week for a truly magical evening of festive music and readings at Canterbury Cathedral! ✨
Enjoy beautiful performances from the Canterbury Cathedral Choir and Kent School of Performing Arts, alongside celebrity guest appearances from Cheryl Baker and that will make this night unforgettable.
📍 Canterbury Cathedral
🕖 Doors open: 7:00 PM | Event starts: 7:30 PM
🎟 Tickets start from £11 - last few remain!
Experience Christmas in this historic setting while supporting your local children's hospice, this festive season. Tickets are limited – book your allocated seat today! https://bit.ly/3J8NrC0
10/12/2025
🎄Celebrity Ambassador Daniel Radcliffe is wishing you a Merry Christmas – and asking you to help bring sunshine to Demelza, your local children’s hospice. ✨
Just £5 can create unforgettable moments for families with children who have serious or life-limiting conditions. Give today: https://bit.ly/3KM8gUp 💛
09/12/2025
🎄 Ready for some festive fun with a magical twist?
Create your own Community Elf Trail and turn your neighbourhood into a winter wonderland of hidden elves and holiday cheer! 🧝♀️✨
🔍 Hunt for cheeky elves
🎁 Share the joy
💙 Help raise vital funds for Demelza
Make memories, spread smiles and be part of something truly special this Christmas. Request your festive pack now: https://bit.ly/47Mp0E2
09/12/2025
Join Demelza Charity on Tuesday 16 December for the Celebration of Christmas.
A magical evening of festive readings from special guests and timeless carols from guest choirs and the Canterbury Cathedral Choir.
Support your local children's hospice, book your allocated seat today!
🎁 Looking for stocking fillers that actually make a difference?
Lib visited Demelza’s charity shop to find her festive favourites. Every purchase helps bring sunshine to families caring for children with serious or life-limiting conditions.
♻️ Why buy new when you can shop pre-loved and make a difference?
✨ Unique finds
🌍 Eco-friendly choices
💙 Every purchase helps fund vital care
From vintage gems to everyday essentials, shopping second-hand is stylish, sustainable and supports children with serious and life-limiting conditions. 🛍️ Find your nearest shop: https://bit.ly/435nxpt
06/12/2025
Join us next week for an unforgettable evening as the Celebration of Christmas returns to Greenwich! ✨
Enjoy magical performances from the Bexley Grammar School Chamber Choir, plus celebrity guest appearances from and .
📍 Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich
🕖 Doors open: 7:00 PM | Event starts: 7:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: £25 per person
Kick off your festive season in one of London’s most iconic settings!
Tickets are limited - book now to secure your spot. https://bit.ly/4omGigo
05/12/2025
Today is and we are celebrating the incredible people who help bring sunshine to families at Demelza - especially at Christmas. ✨
From decorating our hospices, wrapping gifts, to supporting festive events and simply being a friendly face, our volunteers make magic happen.
Thank you for your time, your kindness and your sunshine. 💛
03/12/2025
🛍️ Did you know now has a bigger charity shop in ?
Pop in to discover pre-loved treasures, great bargains and a warm welcome - all while supporting children with serious and life-limiting conditions and their families. 💙
📍 Find us at 108 High Street, Heathfield
🧸 Donate your items
🛒 Shop with purpose
Every purchase makes a difference. Come say hello! 👋
02/12/2025
For families who have lost a child, Christmas can be incredibly hard.
Demelza’s bereavement support provides a space to remember - helping families find sunshine, even in the hardest moments.
💛 Help bring sunshine to families at Demelza, your local children’s hospice this Christmas: https://bit.ly/3KM8gUp
01/12/2025
Vote for Demelza in the 2026 Charity Film Awards! 😀💙
We need your help to get our Spring Appeal film, "Daisy’s story", to the next stage of the Smiley Charity Film Awards. 🥳
The film uses a 360 approach to show how Demelza’s holistic care helps the whole family make every day a little more extraordinary.
Public voting is now open until 30 January – so please vote for "Daisy's story" to help us raise awareness and reach even more families across Kent, South East London and East Sussex who need support.
These three cheeky chaps have been spotted enjoying a moment in the Garden of Tranquillity before heading off to find our care team...we wonder what mischief they will cause this year? 👀
These were very kindly donated by Crafty Fiona, who creates specially adapted cuddly toys with medical devices, including feeding tubes, ostomy bags, oxygen prongs and catheters. It's time for the Elf on the Shelf fun to begin! ✨
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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.
