Rainbows Children's Hospice

Who we are

We provide comprehensive care and support for babies, children, and young people with serious and terminal conditions, as well as their entire family, throughout the East Midlands. Our care services are diverse and designed to meet a range of needs. This includes palliative and end-of-life care, which ensures comfort and dignity during the most critical stages of illness. We also offer specialized symptom management to help control pain and other distressing symptoms, emergency care for urgent situations, and respite care, giving families a much-needed break. Additionally, we provide short breaks to support families in need of rest and recovery.

Our care is available in various settings to suit the needs and preferences of each family. These include our Hospice, which offers a warm, supportive environment; home-based care, allowing families to receive assistance in the comfort of their own home; and care in hospitals, working alongside medical teams to ensure continuity of care no matter where it is needed. Our holistic approach ensures that we are there for the whole family at every stage of their journey.

Simply put, we’re here to brighten short lives, and support families, wherever they are.

Our culture and values

Our values run through Rainbows from top-to-toe. They are evident in everything we say and do, every day, internally and externally. They’re what makes Rainbows so special.

The expectations of our staff at Rainbows should always align with our core values.

We believe in One Team: working together with fairness and respect.

We are People Centred: championing inclusivity, compassion, and clarity in everything we do.

We encourage all our staff to Aim High: continuously learning, adapting, and sharing their expertise to provide the best care possible.

Lastly, we expect everyone to Own It: staying focused, committed, and accountable in their roles.

By embracing these values, we ensure that our work reflects the highest standards of care and support for our babies, children, young people, and families.