We cannot add days to life, but we can add life to days.
Sternenbrücke: a place that supports.
Join us at Sternenbrücke in Hamburg, where families with children suffering from life-shortening illnesses receive professional and loving support, comfort, and companionship.
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For over two decades, Sternenbrücke has been supporting children, teenagers and young adults.
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Around 180 families receive guidance, respite and support at Sternenbrücke every year.
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78 full-time and part-time employees care for the families.
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Respite stays make up 80% of our work.
What we do
Learn more about our work and how you can support it. 
Support for families and siblings
Siblings, parents and other caregivers are also central to our work. With rituals, celebrations and opportunities for conversation and interaction, we provide space for exchange and comfort.
News & Stories
News from Sternenbrücke: Read stories and news about our work.
Our first grandparents' week
At the beginning of September, we welcomed grandparents with their sick grandchildren for the first time—a week full of closeness and memories.
