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When a child’s life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own.

Too many families in Wales are struggling through the fear, exhaustion and uncertainty that comes with caring for a child whose life will be short.

 

“Infographic titled ‘Tŷ Hafan in numbers’. It highlights that last year Tŷ Hafan supported over 750 families. The cost of delivering care services was £6.5 million, with only 13% covered by recurring statutory funding. It states that 77p of every £1 spent goes towards care for children and families. A map of Wales is shown with coloured regions indicating the number of children supported in each health board area: 80 in Hywel Dda, 12 in Powys Teaching, 167 in Aneurin Bevan, 227 in Cardiff and Vale, 147 in Cwm Taf Morgannwg, and 120 in Swansea Bay

 

Volunteers are at the heart of Tŷ Hafan.

From supporting our shops and community work to helping in our hospice, head office and in family homes, they make so much of what we do possible.

Each year, volunteers give over 100,000 hours of their time, helping us reach more families and provide vital care. They are true ambassadors for our charity, living our values every day.

We welcome people from all walks of life and are happy to make adjustments to support you during your application.

Whatever your reasons for volunteering, you’ll be joining a supportive community and playing an important role in making a difference.

Together, we can ensure every family with a child with a life‑shortening condition receives the care and support they need, when they need it.

                                                                                      

Infographic titled ‘Volunteer Journey Map’. It shows a seven‑step process for becoming a volunteer at Tŷ Hafan, displayed as colourful numbered circles in a row. Step 1: ‘Find out about our roles’. Step 2: ‘Complete an application form’. Step 3: ‘Complete recruitment checks’. Step 4: ‘Informal chat with supervisor’. Step 5: ‘Induction, training & trial shifts’. Step 6: ‘3 & 6 week check‑in’. Step 7: ‘Ongoing support & recognition’. The background includes illustrations of clouds, a rainbow, flowers, a bee, and a sun, along with the Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice logo in the bottom right corner.

Not sure what role you'd like to participate in?

If you’re unsure about which role suits you best or if you’re currently short on time to complete an application form, you can express your interest in volunteering by filling out a brief form Here

If you are interested in a particular role, but would like to try it out before you commit to applying, please email volunteering@tyhafan.org. We'll set up a trial or shadowing opportunity for you.

Graphic featuring a large teal speech‑bubble shape containing a volunteer testimonial. The quote reads: ‘Volunteering provides you with absolutely amazing life experiences. For a start, it looks amazing on your CV, and if you are a bit shy, it will help to bring you out of your shell. You build relationships – just one example, one old lady would come in to the shop and give me a sweet every Saturday, and that so touches me to this day, to think that she would think of me in this way.’ The quote is attributed to Lyn Hull, identified as a Retail Volunteer, Ambassador and Fundraising Volunteer. The design includes small decorative stars and illustrated marks around the speech bubble.Image of bucket collection volunteers

 

 

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About Tŷ Hafan

 

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A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they and their family need.​

No family should have to face the unimaginable loss of their child alone. With children and families at the heart of all we do, we provide free care and support in our hospice and in our community, offering a lifeline throughout the child’s short life, at end of life through bereavement and beyond.

In our hospice, and in Welsh communities and family homes, we are here to care for the children and young people who need us, helping to make their short lives as full as they can be and, when the time comes, provide end-of-life care and ongoing bereavement care. Our specialist support also extends to parents, siblings and other family members, offering personalised support to give them strength, make treasured memories together and improve their quality of life.

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