Blogs
The parent voice from neonatal care
We are working with the North West Neonatal Operational Delivery Network to assist with a project to raise awareness of the parent voice and experience within neonatal services. The network are keen to hear about anything that’s important to you as ...
Coming up in March….
Here’s what we have planned in March – all details can be found on our events page and if you’d like to be the first to hear about everything, please complete our short referral form. We love hearing suggestions from you, so if ther ...
We’d love to hear from you!
At Peeps, we always want to make sure we are doing the very best we can to support families touched HIE. To help us do that, we would greatly value your thoughts and feedback around how we are currently performing and where we can improve. We have pa ...
HIE Awareness Day Theme
This year, for HIE Awareness Day the theme is inclusion. We want to make sure that everyone’s voice is heard – whatever the cause of HIE, whatever the outcome, whatever the background, experience, impact or connection. If you ...
What’s on next month
To find our more and to sign up for any of these, head to our events page. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or suggestions! ...
Our 2022
As we reach the end of our first week back in January, we wanted to take a little time to reflect and focus. 2022 saw another year of growth for our small charity, with a new member joining our lovely team (there are now 4 of us, working flexibly to ...
New year challenge?
If you’re thinking what you can do in 2023, and would like a challenge but aren’t keen on or don’t have time to commit to lots of training, then why not join us for the shortest sponsored walk you’ll find? After a full safety ...
New Year Wishes
As we bid ta-ra to ‘22 We want to say a big “thank you”, For being there to help us along And showing so much love for our HIE song! —– We know times can be tough, Life’s not always fair, But we’ll stay right beside you If neede ...
A note from Sarah (Charity Manager/Founder)
I’ve been wanting to say hi for such a long time! The weeks have flown by and we’re almost at the end of the year. I hope you are keeping safe and warm! Christmas can be a wonderful time of year. It can also be a particularly tricky time for many ...
Festive thanks
We just wanted to say a big thank you to those who have donated to Peeps in lieu of sending Christmas cards, paid it forward by gifting a parent pack for a family at the start of their HIE journey, shared our posts, and sent us well wishes. Our Peeps ...
Fancy a firewalk?
If you’ve already signed up to our Firewalk event in March thank you, it’s so great to have you on board. If you’re considering it but nervous, have read on. Michelle, one of our lovely Charity Co-Ordinators, shares her experience a ...
Could you be a Peeps’ peer supporter?
We’re really excited to say we have secured some spaces and funding to grow our volunteer team! If you have lived experience of HIE (whether as a parent, carer, grandparent for example), could spare a couple of hours a month, and would like to ...
Family Experience
If you aren’t too sure what we do here at Peeps (we totally understand, not everyone has heard of us!) then why not have a read of Emma’s story – she shares how she found us and what the support has meant. Just click here to find ou ...
Fabulous fundraising!
At Peeps we rely 100% on generous donations from our supporters and grants that we apply for; we are super thankful for every single penny. We know how challenging HIE journeys can be (we know there are wonderful parts too!), and see just what a diff ...
Let’s talk about last month…
This is a snapshot of what happened last month at Peeps. It doesn’t cover all that’s been going on, but hopefully highlights just how we’re trying to make a difference to those across the UK touched by HIE. It’s also important ...
What’s on in November
We hope you are all keeping safe and well. Here’s what’s coming up next month for our Peeps families. Full details can be found on events page, and if you haven’t yet registered with us, you can complete a short referral form onlin ...
‘AT HOME’ SUPERHEROES & SIDEKICKS WANTED!
Stay super-active this winter & fundraise from the convenience of your own neighbourhood! Your mission: At Home Winter Wonderwheels, 19 Nov – 4 Dec 2022 As official Charity Friends of the Superhero Series – the UK’s one & only disabilit ...
Is it too early to mention Christmas?
We know it’s only October, but with 10 weeks to go until Christmas Day, we’re asking for your help! Last year our HIE Super Sib Charlotte kindly designed our cards, and we’re looking for someone to take the role this year. Open to S ...
What’s on in October
October is just around the corner! Here’s a quick look at some of the things we have on. Head over to our events page for full details and how to sign up. All free, and all exclusively for HIE families. Any questions, or suggestions, please don ...
Fancy volunteering with Peeps?
Over the last few years, Peeps has really grown, reaching more and more families across the UK. The support we have received is wonderful, and we’ve been fortunate that people have offered to help out and volunteer, which means so much to us. W ...
Peeps on Twitter
If you are supporting a family who has been touched by H.I.E. they may be interested in joining our free online session next Thursday, 25th April.
A gentle introduction to trauma, and the support available 👇🏽
https://www.peeps-hie.org/whats-on/trauma-and-brain-recovery/
We'll be cheering Billy on this weekend as he takes part in the London Marathon, raising vital funds and awareness for Peeps.
You can read more about his reasons why (and his gorgeous nephew Arthur)
https://www.justgiving.com/page/billy-lucas-1698593728932
Plus! Each donation Billy receives between today and…
🌟 Has your family been affected by HIE? 🌟
We're keen to understand how #HIE has influenced your lives.
Share your story by completing our brief survey 👇
For more details, feel free to reach out:
@UCLchildhealth @PeepsHie
https://redcap.idhs.ucl.ac.uk/surveys/?s=43CDKL9PC4YJMTM3