Helen & Douglas House
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"A children's hospice providing specialist care for terminally ill babies and young people"
About Helen & Douglas House
Helen & Douglas House provides hospice care for babies, children and teenagers aged up to 18 with life-shortening conditions. Based in Oxford, it supports families across Oxfordshire and surrounding counties through respite stays, pain relief, symptom management and end-of-life care at the hospice, at home and in hospital.
The charity began in 1982 and also provides bereavement support for families. Its care recognises the needs of parents and siblings as well as the child, helping families spend time together in a homely setting. Retail shops and community fundraising help sustain the services. Its Oxford hospice service was rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission in May 2026.
Teams supporting the hospice
The organisation combines clinical and outreach teams with retail and support services. Marketing, finance, fundraising and estates staff contribute specialist skills to sustaining care. Its clinical and support-services careers pages describe professional development and training, linking these different roles to the same work with children and families.
211
Team Members
1982
Founded
Private Healthcare
Sector
Hybrid
Work Environment