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Family stories
Children’s Hospice Week: Kane’s story

Hear Kane’s story from those who knew him best and learn why children’s hospices matter so much in life’s most difficult moments.

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Family stories
Kane’s story: dad's perspective

Kane’s dad, Craig, was reluctant to come to a hospice, but in the end Demelza’s care meant everything to him.

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Family stories
Kane’s story: Megan’s care perspective

For SEL Lead Nurse Megan, it was a privilege to care for Kane during end of life, working with his whole family to support them in their darkest days. 

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Family stories
Kane’s story: Jess’s care perspective

Senior Registered Nurse Jess was honoured to be part of Kane’s whole journey – from first meeting him before his diagnosis to caring for him at end of life. 

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Family stories
Kane’s story: nan’s perspective

Kane’s nan, Kathy, was able to stay with Kane at Demelza too, meaning the whole family could be together. 

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Music therapist Pete playing the guitar in the music room at Demelza, Kent
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Kane’s story: Pete’s music therapy perspective

Music therapist Pete used music to create a soothing soundscape for Kane, helping him relax, connect and explore his own form of voice. 

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Family stories
Kane’s story: mum’s perspective

For Kane’s mum Kerri, accepting Demelza’s support allowed her to finally just be mum. 

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Demelza’s new website scoops international industry award

Demelza’s new website has won best designed site at an international industry awards event.

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Late Strictly star’s son to relaunch charity giving tree in his memory

The son of the late Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman will be joining Demelza at a summer open garden event.

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