Forget Me Not Children's Hospice and related services

About us

We care for babies, children and young people up to 21 years of age who have life-shortening and life-threatening conditions, their families and families whose child has died, across West Yorkshire.

Our team is made up of highly trained nurses, midwife, advanced clinical practitioners, physiotherapist, doctors, play specialists, therapists, social worker, family support workers, sibling support worker, bereavement support practitioners and counsellors – all working to provide the right care at the right time, tailored to each family’s individual needs.

Our purpose-built children’s hospice, Russell House, is a light, bright and colourful place with children’s and family bedrooms, play areas, good food and lots of support. The building is fully accessible with activities to meet a whole range of abilities – it’s a place the whole family can enjoy. And we also support families in their own homes and in hospital too.

Our services

Pregnancy and Birth - We provide dedicated support for families whose baby has been diagnosed with a life-shortening condition or may not survive the pregnancy or birth, from 16 weeks of pregnancy onwards.

Day care & short breaks - Our specialist nursing team is here to care for your child while you take some well-deserved time to recharge your batteries. That could be during the day, overnight or for a weekend.  

End of life care - We’re determined that, whatever the circumstances, you won’t have to go through this alone. We’re here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. And both you and your child can expect kindness, professionalism and respect from us at all times. 

Family support - We’re here for the whole family, providing dedicated support for parents, siblings and grandparents, including practical and emotional support, counselling and therapy.

Bereavement support - Practical and emotional support in the early days, weeks and months following the loss of a child.

Counselling - A safe space to talk and work through your feelings, to help you cope a little better with everything life is throwing at you right now. 

Sibling support - Brothers and sisters can sometimes feel a bit left out or struggle with their feelings. We’re here to help them cope.

Support groups - A range of support groups, where you'll find people who know what you're going through, because they're going through it too.

Step down care - Our experienced team will support you so that when you take your child home, you’ll be confident and comfortable with the new routine.

Sudden child bereavement - On hand with practical and emotional support, we’re here to help you get through the first days, weeks and months – whatever you need, whenever you need it.