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Julia's House the Dorset and Wiltshire Children's Hospices provide life-changing support for families with very poorly children

Julia's House provides practical and emotional support for families caring for a child with a life-limiting or life-threatening condition across Dorset and Wiltshire.

28/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who has donated to this year's Spring Appeal.

Ella's story has clearly touched many hearts. She has had a tough few weeks but after a short spell in hospital we're pleased to be able to report that she's back to her bright and giggly self. Ella recently had her first visit from Nurse Molly since returning home - and judging by that big smile, she was very happy to see her!

There's still time to be part of the Every Giggle Appeal and help children like Ella enjoy a magical childhood full of fun and laughter.

Donate here: https://ow.ly/jRCI50Z2bq4

27/05/2026

We had such a lovely evening recently at the Wimborne Literary Festival with Julia’s House patron Martin Clunes, kindly organised and hosted by Gullivers Bookshop.

Martin entertained the audience with stories from his heart-warming new book, Training John & Murray, all about his mischievous Jack Russell puppies and the special bond between people and their dogs.

A huge thank you to Martin for his time, and to Gullivers Bookshop for generously donating all profits from the event (a whopping £4303.51!) to Julia’s House. Our CEO, Martin Edwards, was also delighted to join him on stage to share a few words about the charity and the families we support.

📸 Richard Frewer

26/05/2026

“We had to prepare for the worst. I will never forget the sickening feeling of signing the consent form for surgery at just 2 weeks old.”

Bruce was born with a rare tumour wrapped around a major vein leading to his heart, causing life-threatening breathing complications. He spent his first months in intensive care, needing regular CPR and eventually a tracheostomy to help him breathe.

Now nearly two, Bruce is bright, cheerful and always on the move, towing his ventilator behind him as he plays. But because he can stop breathing within moments if his tracheostomy becomes blocked, he needs constant specialist care around the clock.

At first, the word ‘hospice’ felt frightening, but after meeting the Julia’s House team, Bruce’s family quickly realised the incredible support they could offer. With some of the most complex medical needs Julia’s House has ever supported, Bruce now receives expert nursing care, respite sessions and emotional support for the whole family, helping them find moments of normality in an incredibly challenging journey.

Read Bruce’s full story: https://bit.ly/4uk9ojX

24/05/2026

The sunshine this weekend has us all smiling like Finley on his recent hospice respite session! This is the perfect weather to enjoy bubbles in the garden, we hope you all have a lovely bank holiday weekend!

23/05/2026

Our recent canal trip was all about family time. We took turns steering the boat, helping with the locks, and enjoyed lunch on board whilst cruising through the countryside.

It was lovely seeing families chatting, laughing and enjoying a simple day out together.

The boat was fully accessible for young people like Ted, who had a fab time telling us how much he enjoyed the wind on face!

A big thank you to The Kennet and Avon Canal Trust for funding the trip and helping make the day so enjoyable for everyone.

22/05/2026

“I was really surprised to get a phone call saying I had won the jackpot, I’ve never won anything in my life!

I support Julia’s House as feel it's so important to help all that need the comfort of somebody caring, and to see you are not alone on your journey.

Thank you, my jackpot will help with huge vet bill."

A lovely message from one of our recent Julia’s House lottery winners, Anne in Bridport, reminding us that every win has a story behind it.

Our lottery isn’t just about the chance to win one of 23 cash prizes each week, including a £1,000 jackpot. With a ticket at just £1 per week, it helps fund vital care and precious memories for children and families who need it most, and every so often, brings a welcome surprise to you, our supporters along the way.

Find out more or join the lottery here: https://bit.ly/4f2bOPr

21/05/2026

“No day is ever the same!”

Meet Ashley, one of our amazing Senior Care Team members, who says working at Julia’s House is all about making children smile, building trust and creating special memories for families.

From hospice sessions and community shopping trips to being our resident expert in gaming equipment and sensory technology, Ashley’s role is incredibly varied, but it’s the connections with the children and young people that make it so rewarding.

He's even had a video call with our patron Guy Ritchie!

After 16 years at Julia’s House, Ashley says the role has completely changed his perspective on children’s hospice care. It’s about laughter, friendship, feeling safe and making every moment count.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to work at Julia’s House, take a moment to read Ashley’s story 👇🏻

https://ow.ly/lTLg50Z2eGB

We’re also currently looking for a carer to join our amazing team. If you’re looking for a role with real purpose, where you can make a genuine difference to children and families every single day, we’d love to hear from you.

20/05/2026

“I have been known to push some of the children around in a large drum!”

At Julia’s House, music therapy is about so much more than music. It’s about helping children express emotions, feel heard and understood, and find joy through play, sound and connection.
In this inspiring interview, music therapist Simon Small shares how sessions are led entirely by the children, whether that’s singing, song writing, drumming, listening quietly or even turning instruments into imaginary kitchens.

Read the full blog to discover how Simon helps children and siblings communicate in ways beyond words:

🔗 https://ow.ly/Gkvl50YZvZH

18/05/2026

Huge congratulations to everyone who took the leap for Julia’s House at our skydive on Saturday at Skydive Netheravon - Home of the Army Parachute Association!

After hearing the day before that the weather was likely to cut the day short, some of the team kindly agreed to postpone their jumps to another date. That meant we were still able to get all 15 thrill-seekers who wanted to jump on Saturday safely up in the air, and back down again, before the weather turned! Well done all 🛩️🪂

Our next big event is the Great Wiltshire Walk on 11th July, find out more and sign up here: https://ow.ly/BWsR50Z1cen

17/05/2026

Caring for a child with a life-limiting condition is a 24/7 role, and for many parents, moments of rest and relaxation are rare but so important.

So our Family Support team recently organised a mums' trip to Sculpture by the Lakes, a peaceful and tranquil space where families could take time to unwind, reflect, and simply enjoy the beauty around them. Has anyone else been here? It looks beautiful!

Address

Julia’s House, Ground Floor, Allenview House, Hanham Road
Wimborne
BH211AS

Website

http://www.juliashouse.org/

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