Your hospice stories

Myles was diagnosed with stage 4 high-risk neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer. What followed was more than a year spent in hospital, enduring intensive treatment that left lasting effects on his health and wellbeing.

Ella’s mum Hayleigh admits she was nervous initially about the prospect of her daughter being cared for by someone else – but looking back, she couldn’t imagine Cumbria’s only children’s hospice not being part of her family’s life.

Colin helps to bring in new supporters and fundraisers every time he takes on a new challenge. He once went as far as to ask a friend’s dog if he would be willing to sponsor him! His enthusiasm is contagious and inspires whole groups to push a little harder and become more involved.

Barney and Harvie Strange, who live in rural Cumbria, rely on Jigsaw to give their son Rafferty, the care and support he needs.

Michael John Kirk has worked in our bookshop for 9 years helping to serve and put smiles on customers faces.

Abdullah Basit’s face lights up when he realises he’s about to go to Jigsaw, Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice. The 15-year-old and his family have been supported by the only children’s hospice in Cumbria since moving to the county a little over a decade ago.

Gibson Greene isn’t your average three-year-old. He is only one of 100 people worldwide with a diagnosis of a rare genetic condition called trichothiodystrophy, or TTD for short. Gibson is cared for by Jigsaw, Cumbria's Children's Hospice.

Helena is a volunteer in our popular Lanes Bookshop helping to sort books and be a friendly face to serve our valued customers.

Jack Powell has been through a lot in his short life, but his family can take comfort in knowing they’re supported by Jigsaw, Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice.