University vs Being There for an Ill Loved One
July 2024
Deciding to attend university is an important choice, often filled with excitement, hope, and a touch of anxiety. However, when...
Read moreWorld Mental Health Day 2023
October 2023
Every year we celebrate World Mental Health Day in October, and this year’s theme is that ‘Mental health...
Read moreWorking with BBC EastEnders
November 2022
It’s been kept under wraps until now, but we’re pleased to share that over the last...
Read moreWhy I Became a Y-Teamer, by Poppy
February 2022
From the very start, our Youth Management Team (Y-Team) has been a massive part of what we do; for...
Read moreWhy do I feel guilty about moving on after someone has died?
July 2021
When someone has died, we may feel guilty at the thought of carrying on as normal without them. ...
Read moreWhat is this feeling?
October 2022
When you find out that a loved one has a serious illness you are likely to find yourself feeling a...
Read moreThree Boys Crying
July 2017
One of Hope's young people explains how Hope helped him realise that it is OK to cry and shares...
Read moreThe Importance of Youth Work
June 2020
This is a guest blog from Ian, who wanted to share his thoughts and experiences about what makes Youth Work...
Read moreThe Importance of Seeking Support
November 2024
This month’s blog has been written by Christina, one of our Wellbeing Advisors, and looks at her thoughts...
Read moreTalking About Your Loved One’s Diagnosis
October 2025
If someone close to you is seriously ill, you might be wondering if you should tell other people about the...
Read moreStaying in touch with an ill family member
May 2021
When a family member is ill, there’s lots of reasons why we can’t be there as...
Read moreSleeping Problems
March 2017
QUESTION My Dad has been diagnosed with a terminal illness. I feel so tired all the time and exhausted but...
Read moreShowcase: Sara – Y-Team Secretary
April 2020
Sara has been involved with Hope in so many ways over the last year and a half, from accessing support...
Read moreShowcase: Harry – Sam Solandt Award Winner
March 2020
At Hope's tenth anniversary celebrations, Harry was presented with Hope's annual Sam Solandt award...
Read moreShould I Let My Child Visit the Chapel of Rest?
June 2024
When a loved one dies, the decision to allow a child to view the body of a loved one in...
Read moreNobody Understands
March 2017
QUESTION My sister has Leukaemia and nobody understands how I feel; I don’t know how to talk to my...
Read moreNew research heard from the siblings of child cancer sufferers
April 2017
Earlier this month, BPS Research Digest editor Christian Jarrett (@Psych_Writer) wrote about the shock and fear experienced by children when...
Read moreNavigating Mother’s Day with Love and Remembrance
March 2024
Mother’s Day is a time of celebration and appreciation for the incredible women who have nurtured and shaped...
Read moreMy Parent Has Been Diagnosed With Cancer… Now What?
October 2024
Hearing that someone you love has a cancer diagnosis can be very hard and scary – for them, for you...
Read moreMy friend’s dad has cancer and I don’t know what to say to her
April 2017
In friendships there are times when one person has to support the other. There are times when your friend can ...
Read moreMy estranged family member is terminally ill, what should I do?
November 2023
It’s strange isn’t it – you share blood, but you haven’t shared a conversation in...
Read moreMy Brother’s Diagnosis
November 2017
A brave individual got in touch with Hope and agreed to share her experience of coping with her brother's...
Read moreMen’s Health Month
November 2025
November is a month dedicated to raising awareness about men’s health, encouraging open conversations and calls to action. Men...
Read moreManaging Your Responsibilities When Your Loved One is Ill
January 2025
As a young person, you might have a lot of things on your plate: there’s school, college or...
Read moreManaging stress when a loved one is seriously ill
March 2022
When a loved one is seriously ill it can feel like the world is full of problems with very few...
Read moreMaking Memories
August 2025
When someone you love suffers from a terminal illness, it can be incredibly difficult. Receiving that diagnosis might be one...
Read moreLet’s talk about mental health… but not just today
October 2020
You’ve probably have heard of World Mental Health Day recently, but let's talk about why it's important...
Read moreIntroducing Eve!
September 2019
Hold on to your hats, there's a brand new member of the Hope team! Here. She. Is...
Read moreHUGS for Hope
October 2019
HUGS for Hope at St. Michael's is a really exciting new project. Some thoughtful ladies at Herefordshire and Ludlow...
Read moreHRH The Earl of Wessex visits Hope
July 2020
In July 2020, His Royal Highness The Earl of Wessex paid a virtual visit to Hope...
Read moreHow to support yourself during the summer holidays after a bereavement
July 2023
Summer holidays can be a challenging time if you’ve been bereaved of a loved one. You lose the...
Read moreHow to grieve when others are grieving too
August 2022
The world can become very small after a loved one is diagnosed with a serious illness. Fear, anger and grief...
Read moreHow to cope when it’s Mum’s last Christmas
December 2020
How do we handle special occasions when a loved one is unwell? It can be hard to know where to...
Read moreHow do I tell my children that I have a life-threatening illness?
April 2017
We have gathered together some expert information and resources to help you work out how to share the facts with...
Read moreHow do I tell my child I’m dying?
January 2023
The minute you hear the news that you have a life threatening illness, everything changes. The minute you find out...
Read moreHope’s response to the Coronavirus
May 2020
Hello! I'm Eve, Media Officer for Hope through the Rank Foundation's Rank Aspire Program. I've watched Covid...
Read moreHope Residential: My PGL Experience
September 2025
Over the summer holidays, we took 13 young people to PGL in Swindon for a jam-packed, three-day residential...
Read moreHope at St Michael’s Hospice, Hereford
April 2017
Hope is working at St Michael’s Hospice, Herefordshire to deliver its Children and Young People's Support Services...
Read moreGuest Blog: How do I take care of myself when my loved one is sick?
February 2024
This month’s blog post has been written by Abi, one of our young people, who has shared some...
Read moreGuest Blog: George
June 2025
This month our blog comes from George; George has accessed support as a young person, been one of the fantastic...
Read moreGuest blog: Art Therapy
April 2024
We love sharing the views of our young people, staff and volunteers, so this month we have a special guest...
Read moreGeneral Trustee
July 2022
We are looking for a talented, passionate individual to join the board as a Trustee.
Read moreFrom primary to secondary school: tips for parents and carers
August 2023
The transition from primary to secondary school is a significant change for children. It is often an exciting yet nerve...
Read moreFeeling Lonely
February 2025
Last year, the BBC worked with Wellcome Collection to conduct the world’s largest loneliness study, and a massive...
Read moreFeeling Guilty When a Parent Has Cancer
April 2025
When a parent has cancer or another serious illness, you might experience many emotions – and, one of the most...
Read moreEmpowering Lives as a Wellbeing Advisor
March 2025
This month’s blog comes from our Wellbeing Advisor Laura, who supports children and young people across the UK...
Read moreDealing With the News and Social Media When a Loved One Has Died
May 2025
Media platforms such as television, radio or social media channels can be great ways to gain information; however, when you...
Read moreDealing with the loss of both my parents
June 2017
One of Hope's young people tells their story of dealing with grief and coping with the devastating loss of...
Read moreCoping with University Life After a Bereavement
September 2023
Going to university and being away from home puts distance between you and your family and friends. This may feel...
Read moreCoping With Exam Stress When a Loved One Has a Serious Illness
May 2024
Dealing with exam stress is challenging enough on its own, but when a loved one has a serious illness, the...
Read moreCoping When a Sibling Has a Serious Illness
August 2024
When a sibling is diagnosed with a serious illness, it can feel like your world has turned upside down. Naturally...
Read moreCoping On Special Days
April 2017
Rochelle Bugg shares the things that made getting through significant dates such as Mothers' Day and Christmas that little bit...
Read moreCoping as a Parent: Supporting Your Child Through Grief
July 2025
Watching your child experience grief is one of the most heart-breaking experiences a parent can face; you want to...
Read moreClinical Trustee
January 2021
We are looking for a talented, passionate individual to become our new Clinical Trustee.
Read moreCan’t concentrate.
March 2017
QUESTION I am so worried about my Mum and her cancer and what is going to happen to her. I...
Read moreBBC Mind Set confirms need for exam support as Hope launches new online space!
April 2017
Earlier this month we launched a brand new online group to support year 10's and 11's through their...
Read moreAutumn Blues and How to Beat Them
September 2024
The summer is over, days become shorter. Not long ago you were enjoying the sun, and now it is cold...
Read moreAnxiety, the forgotten stage of grief
January 2022
When someone we love is ill there are a range of emotions and feelings we might experience. Some of these...
Read moreAnother year passes…
December 2023
Where do we even start with 2023? We always think we’ve had a busy year, but this one...
Read moreA Year of Hope: 2019
December 2019
We have so much to shout about - here are our highlights as we look back on 2019...
Read moreA Visit From EWHA Womans University, South Korea
January 2024
In September last year, an email pinged into our inbox from a small group of students at EWHA Womans University...
Read more2024, In Review
December 2024
Well that’s it – another year over and done with! As always it’s been a busy...
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