'It soon became clear that we had very little time left with Matthew. Throughout his illness, he was only in hospital overnight twice, once during some initial tests, and again after his first radiotherapy session, when it had been essential for his condition to be monitored constantly. Now, our greatest wish for him was that he would be free of pain, and able to die at home with us in the house next to the railway line, where so often in the past he would excitedly watch the steam trains on their arduous journey between Lancashire and Yorkshire. But time was running out for Matthew, we could see he was very tired and he became bedbound just five days before he died. Over the next few days he gradually slipped into a coma, and on a beautiful late spring morning in May, with us and his little sister lying next to him on his bed, Matthew died'

Matthew's story is one of many that highlights the heartache a family faces at such an emotional time. Matthew's family were grateful for the support that Derian House offered them. Rock FM's Cash for Kids thank Matthew's family for allowing us to tell his story.

On Thursday 30th September, Rock FM's Cash for Kids will be raising vital funds for Brian House Children's Hospice and Derian House Children's Hospice to help them to continue the fantastic work they do through offering professional care, practical help and emotional support to the whole family of a child or young person who has a life limiting condition.

We really need your help as we try and raise £20,000 for Brian and Derian Children's Hospices. Register with us now and tell us what you will be doing on Thursday 30th September to help raise funds by clicking hereThanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

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