Poor sleep can exacerbate a number of both physical and mental health conditions and make it even more difficult for a child to concentrate at school. 

Since the pandemic we have seen a 900% increase in applications from families who are struggling to provide the basic essentials. We have seen referrals from health care professionals asking for bed and mattress donations for children sleeping on broken, no longer fit-for-purpose beds, sharing with parents or siblings, or in some cases, simply sleeping on the floor.  

It is for this reason we launch our annual campaign - 'No Child Should Go Without Sweet Dreams' to raise funding for beds, mattresses, duvets, pillows, bedding and cosy extras e.g. pyjamas, fluffy socks, storybooks, teddy bears and hot water bottles, to ensure every child has a warm and safe place to rest their head.