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Jen, Flo and Riccardo’s story
Jen, her 11 year old daughter Florence and 14 year old son Riccardo, have been coming to Francis House for the last 8 years. Jenny shared her family’s experience and told us of the love and support that they all value so much.
Tuesday 11th November 2025
Kate Puc: Three decades of fundraising
Kate joined the fundraising team at Francis House in 1995.
Thursday 30th October 2025
Francis Fest and Family Day
An accessible weekend of music and fun for young people and families.
Monday 15th September 2025
The Blind Poet gives first reading of new children’s book at Francis House Family Fun Day
Dave Steele, The Blind Poet reads The Unstoppable Duo to an audience of families at Francis House.
Wednesday 10th September 2025
Finding joy in play
The Play Specialist Team ensures that every child or young person experiences moments of joy, creativity and comfort in an enriched hospice environment.
Monday 1st September 2025
A Perfect Place to Turn To: Family Raises Thousands for Francis House
Family walked the Cheshire Three Peaks Challenge in celebration of daughter's birthday.
Monday 14th July 2025
Sister Maureen: A Life Devoted to Faith and Care
Sister Maureen dedicated her life to supporting children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions.
Wednesday 18th June 2025
Staff and families bid farewell to hospice’s chief executive
Francis House Children’s Hospice has said a fond farewell to its Chief Executive Officer Revd David Ireland and also welcomed Rachael Taylor as his replacement.
Tuesday 25th March 2025
New Chief Executive
Rachael Taylor will take up the role of Chief Executive of Francis House Children's Hospice in April 2025.
Monday 2nd December 2024
