Every Moment Counts
It is estimated that within our region 300 to 400 children, under the age of 18, suffer a life-limiting illness. 40 to 50 of these children will die this year.
The Nicholas Trust is committed to the care of children in the final stages of their young lives. The trust has established services and facilities specialised to the needs of children with life limiting illness and their extended families. Through the support of many individual, community and corporate groups the trust has successfully advocated for the provision of Paediatric Palliative Care services for our children.
A Closer Look
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Together we make all the difference!
The Little Piece Of Me Project
The Little Piece Of Me Project 2021 - 2024. A collaborative project supported by the Nicholas Trust. The project features over 70 families who are at various stages of their journey.
Building Beautiful Memories Project
John Hunter Childrens Hospital and the Nicholas Trust partnership brings comfort and privacy to grieving parents. A new Paediatric Palliative Care Room at JHCH Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation supports Nicholas Trust
For 9 years, the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation has supported the Nicholas Trust and its vital support for children with a life limiting illness and their families.
John Hunter Children’s Hospital – News Update
The Paediatric Palliative Care Service are currently supporting 58 families, as well as providing bereavement support for many more families.
Projects Update – Paediatric Palliative Care Service – John Hunter Children’s Hospital
We are currently undertaking an update of the Nicholas Trust Rooms at JHCH, with thanks to the ongoing and generous support of the Nicholas Trust.
One Less Worry For Parents
Kals Story - At 10 Kal was diagnosed with a type of bone cancer called osteosarcoma, and by age 15 he’d had his first relapse. His diagnosis meant he was in-and-out of hospital during his teenage years for treatment.
Changing Lives Today!
It is so often, through adversity, that we are challenged to make a difference. We could not save Nicholas, but we could ensure support for families who find themselves in a similar situation.