Noah's Ark Children's Hospice

Nothing boosts workplace wellbeing quite like a puppy visit! 🐶✨ As we navigate the chilly days of January, we wanted to bring some joy and warmth to our team. That’s why we partnered with Paws in Work to add a little sunshine to our day! Colleagues took a well-deserved break to enjoy plenty of cuddles and belly rubs with some adorable pups. Paws in Work combines mental health training with unique puppy therapy events, providing teams with the tools and support they need to prioritise mental health. Judging by the beaming smiles across the office, we’d say it was a massive success! A huge thank you to Paws in Work for bringing a dose of sunshine to our day and making this wonderful experience possible. 🌤️

We can’t wait to welcome brighter days at The Ark again! 🌻🌞 Our fully accessible playground is a special place for children who are seriously unwell to do what children do best - play! One of our favourite features here is our wheelchair-accessible swing, which brings an abundance of smiles and laughter. It's easy to see why it's so loved! 💛

Join us for our first-ever charity quiz night: "Question of Sport"! Get ready for an unforgettable evening with sports legends, friendly competition, and giving back! 📅 Date: Thursday, April 3rd 🕒 Time: 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM 📍 Location: Hadley Wood Golf Club, Barnet What’s in Store: - Exciting sports trivia rounds - A delicious two-course meal with wine - An exclusive opportunity to meet and compete alongside sporting icons Team captains include football legends Dave Beasant and Steve Coppell, plus more sports icons to be announced soon. ⚽🚨 Tickets are limited, so don’t wait! Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/ePH7vNtX

Kick off 2025 by lacing up your trainers and hitting the ground running for Noah's Ark. 🏃♀️🏃 From marathons to 5k runs taking on a challenge event is the perfect way to have fun, get fit and help the children and families we support make the most of every day. From scenic routes to iconic landmarks, our event calendar is brimming with opportunities for all abilities. Spots are filling up fast, so don’t wait—choose your next race today! 🚀 Key Events: London Half Marathon – 23rd February 2025 | Registration deadline: 14th February 2025 https://lnkd.in/eQnkNnkw Hackney Half Marathon – 18th May 2025 | Registration deadline: 19th March 2025 https://lnkd.in/eAv7p5Hx Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon – 23rd March 2025 | Registration deadline: 23rd March 2025 https://lnkd.in/eDyWwh_B Explore our full list of events and find the perfect challenge for you: https://lnkd.in/eS-mSHvn

We were thrilled to welcome TV star Sarah Parish MBE and her husband, actor James Murray MBE, to The Ark this week. As founders of The Murray Parish Trust, their latest initiative is dedicated to supporting children with life-limiting conditions by funding 300 drama therapy sessions for children at Noah’s Ark. ✨🎭 During their visit, Sarah and James toured The Ark to explore our facilities and learn more about the impact of Drama Therapy. They spoke with Christina, who shared how the therapy has positively affected her son Joseph, big brother to Arthur, who is supported by Noah’s Ark. They also spent time with our Drama and Movement Therapist, Pasha, discussing how expanding this service will further benefit the children and families we support. Thank you, Sarah and James, for your incredible support and commitment to helping children who are seriously unwell make the most of every day. 🌟

Thank you to Bambos Charalambous, Labour MP for Southgate and Wood Green, for your sincere support of the hospice sector during the House of Commons debate on Hospice and Palliative care yesterday. Every person has a right to receive holistic, high-quality and person-centred palliative from the point of diagnosis. Funding for this support must be sustainable, and we welcome Minister of Care Stephen Kinnock commitment to including this in the government's 10-year health plan. Support from MPs such as Bambos is essential in securing the future of hospices such as ours. We couldn't agree more with his closing statement: "In conclusion, hospices such as the North London Hospice and Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice exemplify the best of what we can achieve as a society. They are places of compassion, expertise and hope, but they cannot continue to operate under the current financial and bureaucratic pressures. We owe it to them—and to the people they serve—to provide the support that they need to thrive. Let us ensure that hospices have the resources they need to continue their vital work—not just today, but for generations to come." ❤️ You can watch the full debate here: https://lnkd.in/eQn6Zn4D

Therapies Spotlight: Art Therapy 🎨 Art therapy offers a gentle, non-verbal way to process feelings and emotions through creativity. Guided or free-flowing, sessions adapt to each child’s needs, allowing them to explore and express themselves using materials like paint, clay, or even digital tools! 🌟 Read our latest news article to find out more: https://lnkd.in/eveenKQc

Behind the Scenes: Creative Therapies at The Ark! 🎬🎥 We’re excited to share our latest video, giving you an exclusive peek into our Creative Therapies. Watch as our dedicated team takes you through the magic of Art, Music, and Drama & Movement Therapies, designed to nurture a child’s development and encourage self-expression. 🎨🎶🎭 From exploring new ways to communicate and play, to helping children address their physical, emotional, and social needs, these therapies are at the heart of our holistic approach. We are incredibly proud of our dedicated, caring, and knowledgeable team. Thank you for all that you do! ❤️

We enjoyed a festive surprise during the holiday season from the Watford FC Under-21s team. Along with thoughtful gifts, they brought energy, laughter, and fun to The Ark. 💛🖤 The players even showcased their football skills in our fully accessible playground, proving that they are just as talented off the pitch as they are on it. ⚽ A huge thank you to Watford FC Academy and Watford Football Club spreading so much festive cheer – you are always welcome back for a kickabout!

Throwing it back to when we took our older sibling group out for an unforgettable evening of go-karting fun! 🏎️💨 They fully embraced their inner race car drivers, zipping around the track and sharing plenty of laughs and friendly competition. Organising activities like this is a big part of our holistic approach to care, which focuses on supporting the entire family. These outings offer siblings the chance to just be kids while building connections and friendships along the way. ❤️