Demelza delivers extraordinary care to extraordinary children who are
facing serious or life-limiting conditions, throughout Kent, South East London
and East Sussex.
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Introducing our Guide to Services
We have collated all of the services we offer at Demelza into one place.
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Support for the family
Demelza offers support for the family as well as the child, parents, carers, siblings and grandparents. Read about the support and groups available.
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Therapies
Our therapies help children and families to address individual physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs. We offer both physical (physio and occupational) and creative (art, music, reflexology) therapies.
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Short breaks
Our short breaks and day care can be of benefit to the whole family. We offer short breaks at home, overnight short breaks in the hospice, and day care in the home, community and in the hospice.
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End of life care
Our nursing and family support teams are available to help you think about the choices you may wish to consider at this time.
Be the difference for an extraordinary child
With your donation, we can continue to support the children and families who need us the most. Your generosity could fund a specialist care team member or provide a restful evening for a family.