Useful resources for wish families
We're often asked for help and information on other support charities – and sometimes we need our wish families to obtain official documents to assist us in granting their wish.
Please see the list below for links to useful websites and other charities.
JDRF
JDRF funds research into type 1 diabetes to improve lives and one day eradicate the condition for good. The charity aims to give a voice to people with type 1 diabetes and their families.
Phone number: +442077132030
Address: 17/18 Angel Gate, City Road, London EC1V 2PT
Kids
Providing a wide range of support services to disabled children, young people and their families. Making a difference to the lives of families with a disabled child through high quality, practical and tailored services delivered by dedicated professional staff.
Phone number: +442073593635
Address: 7-9 Elliot's Place, London, N1 8HX
Kids Cancer Charity
The Kids Cancer Charity is a national charity that supports children with cancer and their families. They provide a high standard of care and support, focusing on the quality of life for the children and their families. They also provide support for stress free holidays abroad or in the UK.
Phone number: +441792480500
Address: Child Care Centre, 62 Walter Road, Swansea SA1 4PT
Visit the Kids Cancer Charity website
Leonard Cheshire
One of the UK’s largest voluntary sector providers of services for disabled people. They offer a range of services, providing support, respite and care for people with disabilities and their carers. And working in local communities to provide people with opportunity, choice and support.
Phone number: +442032420200
Address: 66 South Lambeth Road London SW8 1RL
Visit the Leonard Cheshire website
Little Hearts Matter
Little Hearts Matter are a national UK charity offering help to anyone affected by the diagnosis of single ventricle heart condition. From initial antenatal diagnosis, through treatments and into life at home, the charity works with children, young adults and families to reduce the isolation, fear and lack of understanding created when a child is diagnosed as having half a working heart.
Phone number: +441214558982
Address: 75 Harborne Road, 4th Floor, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 3BU
Visit the Little Hearts Matter website
Macmillan Cancer Support
To provide physical, emotional and financial support from diagnosis, through treatment and beyond for those suffering from cancer.
Phone number: +442078407840
Address: 89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7UQ
Make Sure
A specialist travel insurance company for pre-existing medical conditions and providing cover for travellers of all ages including those who are over 65.
Phone number: +442038736718
Address: Pennine House, 28 Leman Street, London, E1 8ER
Metabolic Support UK
Metabolic Support UK are the leading patient organisation for Inherited Metabolic Disorders supporting thousands of patients worldwide. They deliver many support services to patients and families to meet their varying needs, including Family and Community Services, Awareness and Advocacy and Information and Research.
Phone number: +448452412173
Address: 5 Hilliards Court, Sandpiper Way, Chester Business Park, Chester, CH4 9QP
Visit the Metabolic Support UK website
Mind
Mind understands mental health and wellbeing. They empower people to understand their condition and the choices available to them. Such as providing a confidential helpline to offer support and advice. And also offering a Legal Line, to provide information on mental health related law and campaigning to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
Phone number: +442085192122
Address: 15-19 Broadway, Stratford, London, E15 4BQ
Mobility Trust
The Mobility Trust provides powered wheelchairs and scooters for those who cannot get them through statutory sources or those who cannot afford the equipment. They aim to reach and help people who, quite simply, have nowhere else to turn. It is a charity for a broad range of ages and cause of disabilities.
Phone number: +441189842588
Address: 19 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading, Berks, RG8 7LR