Dragon Boat Race 2025
Paddle in a historic race along The Itchen Navigation and compete against other teams.
26th July 2025, The Itchen Navigation, Winchester
Charlie's Story
Charlie was supported with a symptom management stay at Naomi House following hip surgery. With the expertise of the hospice doctors, nurses, carers and physiotherapists his pain levels were stabilised, and Charlie was able to return home with the support that he and his family needed. This is his story
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Joseph's Story
Joseph thrived on the attention he was given at Naomi House & Jacksplace. When he came to the end of his life, the support he and his family received meant so much to them. This is his story.
Read Joseph's StoryHow your donation will make a difference
£38 could help pay for a 1-on-1 session with a bereavement counsellor or therapist
£55 could help give life-limited children a sensory session
£120 could help cover the cost of a sibling support day
Keep in touch with Naomi & Jack
Find out more about the amazing difference Naomi House & Jacksplace makes every day. Keep up to date with our work and find out how you can support seriously ill children and young adults across the south.
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Featured Events
Do something amazing and take on a challenge to support your local hospices for children and young adults.
Great South Run 2025
Run for Team Naomi in Portsmouth’s popular 10 mile running event with stunning views along a flat route.
19th October 2025, Southsea
TCS London Marathon 2026
Complete the most popular marathon on behalf of Naomi House & Jacksplace.
26th April 2026, London
Family Stories
Thomas's Story
At just one year old, Thomas was diagnosed with a childhood cancer and a rare neurological condition. Thomas and his family were supported by Naomi House & Jacksplace, as he came to the end of his life. This is Thomas’s story.
Hope's Story
13 year old Hope loves stories, swimming, the wind in her hair and the sun on her face. When she was in considerable pain after her surgery for scoliosis, her family were desperate for help. This is Hope’s story.
Archie's Story
After a difficult birth, Archie was born with severe brain damage, causing quadriplegic cerebral palsy, epilepsy and blindness. Archie is a funny, cheeky boy with a contagious smile. This is his story.
Alice's Story
When baby Alice was 16 months old, she came to Naomi House to spend her last days, or hours, with her family. Then everything changed. This is Alice’s story, told by Alice’s mum, Joanna.
Bonnie's Story
Bonnie was born with severe brain damage and her mum was told to take her baby home and keep her happy. They didn’t expect her to live longer than a month. That was 30 years ago. This is Bonnie's Story.
Reuben's Story
When Reuben was born with an extremely rare genetic disorder, his mum and dad knew that his life would be very short, and were determined to give him the best life they could. This is Reuben’s story.
Lucy's Story
In this story, Lucy tells us all about family life with congenital muscular dystrophy and how Jacksplace has given her independence and freedom when she needed it most. Also included is a poem Lucy wrote about Jacksplace.
Jasmine's Story
Jasmine's brother, Oliver regularly visits Naomi House & Jacksplace. Having a brother who has additional needs brings its challenges, and Jasmine is also supported by our hospices, through activity days and one-to-one support. This is Jasmine's story, shared in her words.