
When a child has a serious illness, family life is turned upside down and time becomes more precious than ever. Rainbow Trust pairs each family with an expert Family Support Worker who enables them to make the most of time together, giving them practical and emotional support for as long as needed. We support the whole family including parents, carers, the unwell child, brothers, sisters and grandparents.
Your support is key to us being able to reach more families and allows us to continue our vital work.
• £5 could buy fun arts and crafts activities to keep a sick child entertained.
• £32 is enough to pay for an hour’s practical and emotional support to a family caring for a seriously ill child, helping them make the most of their precious time.
• £224 pays for a day’s visit from a Family Support Worker which allows parents to do chores, look after other family members, relax or simply sleep, safe in the knowledge that their child is being looked after by someone they trust who understands their needs.
• £2,000 is the average cost of support for a family with a seriously ill child for a year.
There are an estimated 86,625* children in England with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. This number has trebled over the last 17 years and is rising. Thousands of families have to face the very real possibility that their child may die and struggle to cope on a day to day basis. Our Family Support Workers provide a lifeline to these families and children.
Why Run for Rainbow Trust?
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Maldon Rd, Stanway, Heckfordbridge, Colchester CO3 0SL, UK | Sunday, 16th May, 2027
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10KM : £45 £30