Prince William sees how mom Diana continues to make difference today during emotional hospice visit

30 years after Princess Diana opened Acorns hospice, her son Prince William paid an emotional visit to the groundbreaking charity where he had the privilege of witnessing just how much good his legendary mother continues to do. While touring the institution on Tuesday, September 18, the 36-year-old royal saw that, despite her passing, his mom still manages to touch the lives of struggling individuals through the work she launched decades ago. He was shown the instrumental facilities and took part in a celebration to mark the organization's special anniversary.

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The Princess of Wales opened Acrons in Selly Oak, Birmingham in December of 1988 with the intent of providing a haven for gravely ill children. This was revolutionary at the time, as it was one of the first hospices for kids in the world. William was informed that in the last year, the charity has cared for over 876 children and supported 1,097 families.

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During his emotional visit, which was a part of his jam-packed day of engagements, the Duke of Cambridge was able to meet some of the young people being assisted and families being supported. He was taken to the center’s specialized service quarters, such as their hydrotherapy pool and multi-sensory room, where he was shown how patients get use of them.

William’s touching outing was just one appointment on his royal visit to Birmingham and Stourbridge. Sans Kate Middleton or the kids, the father-of-three first stopped at the University of Birmingham. He was on hand to present the very first Prince William Award at the National Skill Force Prince William Award Graduation Ceremony.

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