Derek's Place

Derek's Place partners with families, healthcare professionals, social workers, and palliative care providers to offer grants that enable families to create lasting memories or to assist with funeral expenses. We also collaborate with palliative care facilities to distribute bespoke care packages for children facing the challenge of a parent's end-of-life phase of their illness in a hospital or hospice environment. The packs are designed to promote meaningful interactions with their parent. They also provide engaging, quiet, age-appropriate activities to make prolonged visits in these settings more bearable. Additionally, we provide a special package for primary caregivers, enhancing their comfort at a very difficult time.