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When Karen and Johnathan found out they were expecting their second child, they dreamed of all the precious memories they’d make together. But after just four days at home, the family’s world came crashing down.

‘Hannah knew she was terminally ill and that she was going to die. That is horrible for anyone of any age, especially a teenager.’ Mum Christine Debney tells the heart-breaking story of their beautiful daughter

“When you get help from Outreach, you don’t need to worry and it’s amazing. I have the confidence to do other things, when before I couldn’t even leave her side.”

If you ask seven-year-old Vinnie about his condition, he’ll tell you he was born with half a heart and that one day he’ll need a new one.

Read Alex’s story to find out how Acorns is there for the whole family at the times they need support the most.

Baby Grayson had deep blue eyes and a perfect smile. For mom Becky and dad George, he was their ‘little miracle’.

With the help of Acorns Children’s Hospice Tony and Zoe Atzori created a lifetime of memories with their little boy Luca.

Ethan visits Acorns for short breaks, giving his parents time to recharge and him the chance to spend time with others

Bluebell is a little ray of sunshine. At Acorns, we are here to help Bluebell and her family enjoy time together.

Six-year-old Oliver is a cheerful little chatterbox. He always got a smile on his face even when he’s not well. And he loves dinosaurs.

Marwah is a happy, bubbly little girl, who has a great sense of humour. She enjoys spending time with her family and especially likes parties and sparkly dresses.

Harry and George are two of the cheekiest, most sociable boys. They love being noisy. The brothers both have a rare genetic condition.

Like any little girl, Cara’s favourite thing is cuddles from mum. If anyone holds her and she can hear her mum’s voice, Cara will make it very clear she’s not happy.

Karvarli is a social butterfly. He loves to be around people, spreading smiles and stealing hearts wherever he goes.

Ezra’s mum, Emily, says he ‘makes her laugh every day’. But behind that beaming smile and magnetic personality is a little boy with a very serious condition.