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Acorns named charity partner for Worcester City Runs 2025

Acorns have been named as official charity partner for Worcester City Runs 2025 - and you can join #TeamAcorns.

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Patrick’s story

Patrick, now aged two, suffered a brain injury when he was born suddenly and unexpectedly at home. In the space of a few hours, Keri and husband Andy went from excitedly expecting the arrival of a healthy baby to their lives being changed forever.

A young boy lying on the floor smiling. he has a tube into his nose.

Yusuf’s story

“Yusuf loves it at Acorns and seeing him smile and do things he couldn’t at home just makes me so happy. It may sound small but doing things together means the world to me".

A Acorns nurse sat smiling holding a mug in her hands.

Nurse Katie’s memories of Thea

Nurse Katie shares her memories of meeting Thea and her family and how the hospice team gave them the gifts of vital care and support.

A man and woman hold a tiny baby, looking down at her

Thea’s story

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.

A teenage girl with a tube going into her nose cuddles a black and white cat

Hannah’s story

‘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

A woman holds a little girl in her arms, who is smiling

Laila’s story

“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.”

Vinnie’s story

If you ask eight-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.

A little boy leans on the edge of a bed, looking over his shoulder

Alex’s story

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

Grayson’s story

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

Luca Atzori and family gathered on a sofa smiling fondly at a baby picture

Luca Atzori’s story

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

Ethan’s story

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

Little girl flipping through a picture book

Bluebell’s story

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

Oliver at Acorns holding two thumbs up and smiling.

Oliver’s story

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.

Two young boys sitting on a couch together enjoying playing with some toys

Harry and George’s story

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

Baby Cara in the arms of a carer at Acorns hospice

Cara’s story

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.

Acorns carer and child playing with a drum

Kavarli’s story

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

Jack’s story

16 year old Jack had cerebral palsy and visited Acorns for the Three Counties, our children’s hospice in Worcester. Sadly, in November 2020, he passed away. This is the story of his life and his journey with Acorns.

A young boy named Ezra enjoying hydrotherapy at Acorns Childrens hospice

Ezra’s story

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.