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Palliative care

At Sternenbrücke, we support children, teenagers and young adults with life-shortening illnesses, as well as their families. Our palliative care includes medical treatment, loving care and spaces for closeness, rituals and memories.

Care & medical treatment

Our nursing team provides expert medical care around the clock. In addition to professional care, the well-being of our young guests is always our top priority – with a range of therapies and loving, individual support.

Therapy and individual support

Competent, empathetic, and available around the clock to support our young guests and their families.
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Respite care

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Medical care

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Therapy services

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End-of-life care

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Families & siblings

Parents and siblings also need support. We offer spaces where they can take a deep breath, recharge their batteries and talk to each other. Siblings receive special attention so that they can share their concerns, wishes and needs.

How we support families

From admission to everyday support – we offer a wide range of services for parents and siblings.
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Information about admission

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Social law advice

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Offers for siblings

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Psychological support

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Additional offers

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Bereavement counselling & support after loss

Our support does not end with the stay. We also stand by families in times of grief – with individual conversations, group activities and rituals that help to keep memories alive.

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Medical conditions

Our doors are open to families with a wide variety of medical conditions. From rare genetic disorders to neurological conditions and cancer, we provide individualised support tailored to each family's needs.

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Initial contact for families

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Our history

Find out how it all began: For over 20 years, Sternenbrücke has been a place of hope and solidarity – a temporary home for families going through difficult times.

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Our mission

Strengthening the bond of life together: Our mission is to support children with life-shortening illnesses and their families with loving care, expertise and respect.

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