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A charity providing support in the North east of Scotland to babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions.
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Improving the quality of life for children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, and their families, in the North-east of Scotland 🧡

Charlie House Trust
Registered Charity in Scotland SC042643
Office Hours Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

19/10/2026

Calling our Charlie House community 📢

The Big Charlie House Ball returns on Friday 13th November, and we’re looking for a few final prizes to make the night truly special.

From unique and fun experiences to thoughtful gifts, every prize donated can help create a special moment for someone on the night.

At the same time, your support will help raise vital funds for local children with life-limiting and the families who love them.

Help us spread the word and make an even bigger difference this year!

Thank you for helping to make more moments that matter possible. We’re so grateful to everyone who has donated so far, your support truly does make a difference. 🧡

If you, or your organisation would like to donate a prize, please reach out to a member of the team at [email protected]

15/10/2026

Summer - and a little bit of Autumn - at Charlie House 🧡

From team adventures, new traditions, fresh photos, and a few downward dogs, there’s been plenty going on behind the scenes with Team Charlie House lately!

Stretching Our Skills 🧘‍♂️

What do you get when your Director of Fundraising is also a certified yoga teacher? Office yoga, of course. We swapped desks for yoga mats and put our flexibility (and balance!) to the test. Supporting the wellbeing of the families we work with is at the heart of what we do, but looking after our own wellbeing matters too.

Taking to the Fairways ⛳

Our very own Children & Family Support Worker, Dean, took to the fairways alongside supported family members at this year’s Charlie House Golf Day. The team proudly walked away with the wooden spoon award while Charlie Dog enjoyed a wee outing of his own.

Strike a Pose 📸

We’ve been working on refreshing our website images, and who better to step in front of the camera than our very own team. Everyone worked their favourite angle and flashed their best smiles - watch this space!

A Walk in the Park 🚶

Making the most of a Sunday morning, some of the team ventured to Duthie Park for an autumnal stroll. Joined by our families, partners and four-legged friends, it was a lovely opportunity to get some fresh air and spend some time together outside of Charlie House HQ.

It's the people who make Charlie House what it is. 🧡

We're all here for the same reason – to make a difference for local children and families - and making a few memories of our own along the way.

08/10/2026

✨ One final opportunity to be part of something special ✨

We're on the lookout for one final sponsor to join us for this year's Big Charlie House Ball!

Taking place on Friday 13th November at The Chester Hotel, our flagship fundraising event promises to be a fantastic evening of entertainment, fundraising and, most importantly, making a difference for local children with life-limiting conditions, and the families who love and care for them.

Last year's Ball raised enough to fund the equivalent of 76 days of Charlie House support. That's 76 days of helping families make precious memories, access opportunities and receive vital support at the most difficult of times.

And we'd love for your business to help us make an even bigger difference this year!

Sponsorship is a brilliant opportunity to showcase your business, entertain colleagues or clients and support a cause close to home. You can even choose to gift your table to a family supported by Charlie House, giving parents and carers the chance to enjoy a special evening together. 🧡

🥂Thinking about joining us as a guest? There's still time! Table bookings close on Friday 23rd October, so don't miss your chance to be part of the celebrations.

📩 For our final sponsorship opportunity or to book a table, get in touch at [email protected].

Let's create more Moments That Matter. 🧡

07/10/2026

There’s more support out there than you think.

Charlie House will be exhibiting at Empower Aberdeen today. 🧡

60 organisations. One roof. A whole lot of support.

Discover organisations, advice, grants, funding and practical support available across the city.

Taking place today, Wednesday 7 October, 10am - 2pm at the Music Hall, Aberdeen.

Free entry, no booking. Just come along.

05/10/2026

How does a family get started with Charlie House?

Is a question we’re often asked, so we wanted to share a few things that some people might not realise about how to become a Charlie House supported family:

💛 Anyone can make a referral, including parents and carers, family members, school staff and healthcare professionals. The only requirement is that a parent or carer provides consent.
💛 There is no waiting list to become a Charlie House supported family.
💛 Before submitting a referral, families are welcome to contact our Family Services team with any questions.
💛 We know that every family’s journey is different, so our aim is to always make accessing support as welcoming, straightforward and supportive as possible.

If you have any further questions about becoming a Charlie House supported family, we’d love to hear from you. 🧡

And if you’d like to learn more about becoming a Charlie House supported family, visit our website for a more in depth breakdown of the referral process:

🔗https://www.charliehouse.org.uk/how-we-can-help/get-support

28/09/2026

Have you spotted our bus stop ads popping up across Aberdeen? 👀💛

Our campaign star Jamie certainly has! He had great fun heading into the city with his family to track down his very own ads!

But behind the posters is an important message.

Too often, children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions are defined by what they can’t do.

At Charlie House, we see possibilities, not limitations.

Reaching new heights at a climbing wall? Absolutely. 🧗

Because with the right support, care and encouragement, children like Jamie can experience more of the fun, adventure and joy that childhood should bring.

You can help make more of those moments possible.

A gift of £20 could help fund an hour of support, care and childhood fun – creating more joyful opportunities for local children like Jamie.

Donate today and help turn “you can’t” into “you can”. 💛

🔗 https://www.charliehouse.org.uk/support-us/donate

A huge thank you to Bauer Media Outdoor for helping bring our You Can campaign to the heart of Aberdeen and celebrating what’s possible for local children.

24/09/2026

They baked. They sold. They smashed it! 🍰

For the second year in a row, two friends, Georgia and Olivia, rolled up their sleeves in support of Charlie House.

The pair baked a delicious selection of cakes and sweet treats for their neighbours and local community. It was complete with a chocolate fountain that had a mind of its own in the Scottish summer breeze! Their bake sale was a sweet success, raising an incredible £170 for local children and their families. 🥳

Georgia and Olivia both had the chance to visit Charlie House HQ and learn a bit more about how the money they raised will help children with life-limiting conditions in their community. From music therapy to sensory play sessions, their support helps create safe, inclusive and accessible opportunities for all.

Too often, children are told that they won’t be able to do certain things because of the nature of their condition. But thanks to amazing supporters like these, more children can enjoy the fun, adventure and laughter that makes childhood special.

Thank you Georgia and Olivia, for proving that a little sugar, creativity and kindness can go a long way.

Your continued support will help local children access the childhood they deserve. 🧡🧡

21/09/2026

🧡 Charlie House are looking for Children & Family Activities Volunteers! 🧡

Could you spare some time to make a real difference to children and families supported by Charlie House? 🌟

We’re looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable volunteers to join our team and help us provide fun, meaningful activities and memorable experiences for children, young people and their families.

✨ What’s involved?

• An information drop in to share all about the role
• One full day of volunteer training
• A commitment to support at least 6 activities per year
• Helping our team deliver fantastic activities and support for children and families

Our activities take place across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray, supporting families where a child or young person has a life-limiting or life-threatening condition.

💛 Could you be part of the Charlie House team?

Your time, enthusiasm and support could help create special moments and lasting memories for families when they need it most.

👉If you’d like to find out more, please get in touch with our lead Activities Coordinator, Vikki McGregor, at [email protected] or call 01224 313333.

19/09/2026

The Beast Has Been Conquered.🥳

We can’t believe it’s already been a week since The Beast Race 2026, and we’re still blown away by your incredible support.

A huge shout out to our amazing Team Charlie House runners. More than 100 of you took on the challenge, clambering over climbing walls, manoeuvring through the mud and launching yourselves into the loch, all in support of Charlie House. You all absolutely smashed it and showed the Beast who’s boss!

From start to finish, you brought the energy, determination and team spirit that made the day so special. It’s safe to say all those training sessions and sore legs were worth it. 💪

To every runner and volunteer, thank you. We couldn’t be prouder to have you representing Team Charlie House.

Your outstanding commitment and generosity will make a real difference, helping local children with life-limiting conditions and their families create precious memories and experience the joys of childhood that they deserve. 🧡

17/09/2026

📣Hot of the press! 📣

It’s official - award winning presenter and broadcaster, Lauren Mitchell, will host this year’s Big Charlie House Ball!

Lauren will lead us through an unforgettable evening at The Chester Hotel on Friday 13 November, as we celebrate this year’s theme - Moments that Matter.

Because at Charlie House, creating those special moments for children and families is at the heart of everything we do. Whether it's helping a child experience something they might have thought was out of reach, supporting a sibling, or giving families precious time together, your support helps make more of those moments possible.

Lauren is a well-known face (and voice!) across the region and is a passionate advocate for charities and social impact.

Lauren says: ‘I’m absolutely thrilled to be hosting The Big Charlie House Ball this year. Charlie House is a charity I have always had huge admiration for… We’re going to have loads of fun and, most importantly, celebrate the fantastic work Charlie House does.’

All the important Ball details:

📅 Friday 13th November 2026
📍 The Chester Hotel, Aberdeen
🥂 Sparkling drinks reception
🍽️ Three-course dinner
🎤Hosted by Lauren Mitchell
💃Live entertainment from Splash, the UK’s biggest showgroup
💛A chance to make a real difference to local children and families

Tables and individual tickets are available to book. There are also a range of sponsorship opportunities for businesses looking to make an even greater impact.

To book your place or for more information, visit: www.charliehouse.org.uk/events

Or email: [email protected]

Address

Balmoral House, 74 Carden Place
Aberdeen
AB10

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.charliehouse.org.uk/

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