Children's Hospices Across Scotland

Each week in Scotland, three children die from an incurable, life-shortening condition. Currently CHAS only reach one of those families to provide the vital care and support they deserve.

About CHAS

Children’s Hospices Across Scotland – better known as CHAS – is dedicated to supporting every single member of these families as they face the toughest challenge of their lives. We are committed to making sure that no matter how short their time together may be, it is a time filled with happiness and fun.

Knowing that your child is going to die before you do is the unthinkable reality that thousands of families across Scotland have to cope with every day.

This is a really challenging journey. It relies on trust, courage and love of the families with whom we work, the dedication, compassion and expertise of our team and the professionalism of our partners across health and care services. Along the way something truly amazing happens, because in the pain of terrible grief, joy lives on. We are dedicated to helping families celebrate the lives of their children whilst they are together – and to honour their memory.

Fundraising Impact Statement

Every penny our supporters raise makes a huge difference to the to the lives of children with life-shortening conditions in Scotland, and their families. “We are in the Highlands, so without CHAS we wouldn’t be able to access any respite support at all. With CHAS, I can just be Mum, and not Evelyn’s nurse. The hospice really is just the most amazing place for us all” – Mum, Grace

£250 could pay for a Senior Nursing Support Worker for a day – providing vital nursing care to children with complex conditions whilst giving their families a break from their 24/7 caring responsibilities.

CHAS are delighted to be at the Clydebank Pit Stop once again cheering on all the amazing Kiltwalkers! We will have the party tunes playing, and some of our superhero characters there for photo opportunities!

Find out more about CHAS fundraising events here.