No parent ever imagines that their child will die before them, but this is the unthinkable reality that thousands of families in Wales are faced with every day.
Our ambition
When a child will have a short life, they and their family endure a daily struggle, often without adequate care and support. We dream of a Wales where no family walks this path alone, frightened and isolated.
Our ambition is simple: every child should have access to essential services exactly when and where they need them. Tŷ Hafan believes in a Wales where families have the power to choose the care and support that suits them best.
Join us in turning this vision into reality. Together, let’s make sure that no family faces the unimaginable loss of a child without the care and compassion they deserve.
We can’t stop seriously unwell children dying, but with your help, we can make sure that no family faces the death of their child alone.
Imagine a Wales where every child has access to the services they need, were they need them and when they need them. A Wales where families have a choice about the care and support they receive. At Tŷ Hafan, we don’t just imagine this Wales. We believe in it.
What we do
In our hospice, and in Welsh communities and family homes, we are here to care for the children who need us, helping to make their short life a happy life and, when the time comes, provide end-of-life care for seriously unwell children and young people.
Our specialist support also extends to parents, siblings and other family members, offering personalised care to give them strength, make treasured memories together and improve their quality of life.
Our values
Our values are at the heart of everything we do at Tŷ Hafan. They ensure we are doing the right thing in the right way, inspiring us all to be the best we can be and make a difference for the children and families we support.
We make a difference by…
- Demonstrating compassion
We show empathy and respect to all, making time to listen to, and support, others. - Providing excellent service
We take pride in delivering on our commitments and are proactive in continuously improving our services. - Working together
We are one team, we consciously collaborate and enable each other to contribute to Our Purpose. - Taking ownership
We trust each other to deliver and are responsible for our own actions, seeking way to reflect and learn.
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Our Story
Our story is one of incredible kindness, continuous hard work and complete dedication to bring happiness and joy into the lives of the children and families we support.
Our Funding
The different ways we generate and receive money to fund our life-changing care.
Our Board
Meet our chair, trustees, chief executive and executive team members. They play a vital role in helping Tŷ Hafan provide the best possible care.
Careers
If you’re looking for an inspiring role that truly helps to change lives, please take a look at current vacancies at Tŷ Hafan.
Our reports and documents
Read key documents, including our annual report and the latest report from HIW.
Political Work
Learn about how we work with the Welsh government and members of the Senedd.
Our latest news
Catch up with all the latest news about our services, campaigns, events, the wonderful children and families we support and our amazing supporters.
Read our latest news
03.06.2025
Stories from Tŷ Hafan volunteers
At Tŷ Hafan, there are lots of ways you can support our life-changing services as a volunteer, from
02.06.2025
Fair and sustainable funding
Wales’ two children’s hospices are calling on all Welsh political parties to pledge to stand up
29.05.2025
Bailie and Scott Lewis’ Story
When Scott and I were planning our wedding, we were really undecided on what to have as a wedding fa
29.05.2025
An Everest Base Camp Adventure for Tŷ Hafan
On 24th April 2025, Greg’s Snowdog and I reached Everest Base Camp, writes bereaved dad Paul Fears
28.05.2025
Introducing Tŷ Hafan’s All Stars hockey captain for 2025
Scott has been playing ice hockey for three years and first played for the Tŷ Hafan ice hockey team