News & Stories

Florence's Mum

I love coming to Coffee Connect. It’s like therapy for me.

Kalia's Mum

Reuben’s is a home from home. They understand my family and needs. We always feel welcomed!

Jack's Mum

As soon as I pull up outside the beautiful old buildings, I feel a wave of calm and peace wash over me.

Amy's Mum

Together Not Alone – An exciting animation project!

This year for #WorldMentalHealthDay we shared a special and beautiful project that we have been working on with The Worry Wizard. We teamed together with the help of an […]

Tracy's Story – Baby Loss Awareness

Trustee Tracy shares her experience of grief and loss during Baby Loss Awareness Week.

Reuben's 11th Birthday!

Celebrating Reuben's milestone birthday with our '11 FOR 11' challenge.

A Summer Fete at the Hospital

A nostalgic memory of a 1970s summer fete on the grounds of Wood's Hospital.

Strong is not Silent. Tears are universal. Tears are okay.

Strong is not Silent. Tears are universal. Tears are okay. To lose a precious child is incredibly painful for both parents. Dads may feel they need to put on an […]

Accessibility… a small word but a huge topic

Accessibility… a small word but a huge topic. Here at Reuben’s, we believe in a fully accessible world where all children can access the same spaces, services, and holidays. A […]

Heidi's Story – PEEPS

Our Reuben’s Retreat families are always inspiring us! Sarah, Heidi’s Mummy, set up a charity called PEEPS in 2018, supporting families who have been affected by HIE. HIE stands for […]

Jack's Story

A family's journey with their son Jack, who lives with the rare Aicardi-Goutières Syndrome.

What Should I Say When Someone Has Lost a Child?

Gentle guidance on supporting a bereaved parent — what to say, and how to help.

Every Person Has the Right to an Inclusive, Accessible World

Our brand-new accessible Changing Places facilities are taking shape at the Retreat.

Jacob's Story

Born at 23 weeks, Jacob is taking brave steps towards independence.

Jasper's Story

Celebrating Jasper reaching an incredible milestone — one year seizure-free.

A Family's Story

"They have literally saved me." A bereaved parent shares their journey.

Children's Mental Health Week

Here are Reuben’s Retreat, wellbeing is important to us and although Children’s Mental Health isn’t something that we specialise in, we understand the impact it can have on families with […]