Naomi House & Jacksplace provide expert hospice care to nearly 550 life limited and life threatened children, young adults and families from across central southern England.

When a child or young adult is diagnosed with a life limiting condition, Naomi House & Jacksplace becomes their home from home. Their nursing, care, play and family support teams are experts in delivering the crucial emotional, spiritual, developmental, clinical and holistic care that children and young adults with some of the most complex medical needs require. 

They offer vital respite support, giving families the chance to recharge their batteries and regroup in a calm, fun and welcoming environment. In times of emergency they’re there, giving families the help they need through difficult times. And at the end of a child or young adult's life, they pull out all the stops to give them a peaceful and dignified end, surrounded by loved ones.

For more information visit www.naomihouse.org.uk

 Photo © Naomi House & Jacksplace

Connor was an artist who loved music, singing and computer games. He had Duchenne muscular dystrophy and was supported by Naomi House & Jacksplace for over 15 years. Connor’s family kindly allowed their story to lead the Christmas 2023 appeal. I would like to express my thanks to them for allowing me to share this appeal here.

It was crucial we created a pack which represented Connor, his life and the support he received respectfully and appropriately.

As the pack developed, it felt important to have a personal touch, in honour of Connor. The computer console symbols featured were created for the pack to remember Connor by a he was a keen gamer and also generously donated a PlayStation 5 to the hospice in his memory.

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Project in partnership with www.echo-dms.co.uk

Photos provided by the family with permission.