Helen House

Helen House has eight beds in total, two of which are emergency beds. There are also four family flats so that the whole family can stay at the same time.

Who uses Helen House?

Children with life-shortening conditions who need respite care and their families

Children who need end of life care and their families

Families who wish to receive support from our multi-disciplinary team

While Helen & Douglas House has a Christian foundation we welcome families of all faiths or none.

The Helen House Care Team
The Helen House Care Team is there for families 24 hours a day. The team includes registered children's nurses, other qualified nurses, carers, physiotherapists, nursery nurses, play specialists, a chaplain and many others. There is also 24 medical cover provided by a team of doctors.

For more information, including referrals, please call the Helen House Care Team on 01865 794749.