Our impact

Thanks to supporters like you, we offer support over and above what NHS budgets can provide.

We bring world class medical equipment, fund ground-breaking research, and provide training support for staff to ensure the best possible care for children and young people.

Waymap: helping families find their way

Introducing a world-first navigation app to help families find their way around the hospital

Virtual reality for distraction and escape

ECHC-funded VR headsets soothe and distract children experiencing pain and worry

Giving children the chance to be seizure free

Bringing world class laser surgery to the RHCYP to transform the lives of children with epilepsy

Airway kits for newborn babies

Emergency bronchoscope kits that urgently save babies’ lives where no other ventilation option is possible

3D printing to rebuild ears

Children born with underdeveloped or missing ears can now have new ones created thanks to 3D printing technology

Taking the sting out of injections

Buzzy Bee is a drug free pain relief which takes the sting out of getting injections, easing anxiety for children

Special hearing tests for children

New ‘Awake’ Auditory Brainstem technology allows hearing tests to be conducted while children are awake

Sim training for emergencies

Life-sized "Sims" dummies help critical care teams prepare for the real life emergency scenarios

We rely on the generosity of philanthropic partners including charitable trusts, individuals and companies to change children’s lives through this support of the NHS.
If you would like to know more about how your gift could make a difference, please get in touch.

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