Our Story
The last two decades have been quite a journey.
Whilst a lot has changed, what hasn’t is our unwavering dedication to being there for children and families, and putting their needs at the centre of all we do.
Our focus on the needs of children and families has fuelled the expansion of our services. We are able to offer one of the widest range of services in the children’s hospice sector.
1999
Michael McInerney establishes Noah’s Ark following the death of a child in his family.
2006
Noah’s Ark becomes the first ever children’s hospice to provide a Home Support Volunteer Service.
2015
The £10m ‘Building The Ark’ appeal is launched.
2019
The grand opening of The Ark, our purpose built, state-of-the-art children’s hospice.
2020
We continue to support children during the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing families with a child at the end of their life to stay together.
2023
Noah’s Ark receives its first ‘outstanding’ rating from the Care Quality Commission.
1999
Michael McInerney establishes Noah’s Ark following the death of a child in his family.
2006
Noah’s Ark becomes the first ever children’s hospice to provide a Home Support Volunteer Service.
2015
The £10m ‘Building The Ark’ appeal is launched.
2019
The grand opening of The Ark, our purpose built, state-of-the-art children’s hospice.
2020
We continue to support children during the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing families with a child at the end of their life to stay together.
2023
Noah’s Ark receives its first ‘outstanding’ rating from the Care Quality Commission.
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