Clare Adamson MSP has welcomed new figures from the Scottish Government showing that 400 families across Lanarkshire have received financial support while their children were staying in hospital.
Through the Young Patients Family Fund (YPFF), the SNP Scottish Government provided £72,267 to families across the Lanarkshire region during the 2025/26 financial year.
The Young Patients Family Fund helps cover the cost of travel, food and accommodation for parents, primary carers and siblings under 18 who are visiting a child in hospital.
Since being introduced by the SNP Scottish Government in 2021, the scheme, which is unique to Scotland, has provided practical support to thousands of families facing the worry and uncertainty of a child spending an extended period in hospital.
The Motherwell and Wishaw MSP said: “Having a child in hospital is incredibly difficult for any family, so it’s really encouraging to see 400 families across Lanarkshire supported through the Young Patients Family Fund over the last year.”
“This practical help with travel, food and accommodation costs allows families to focus on being there for their child, rather than worrying about the extra financial pressures that can come with a hospital stay.”
“Whether it’s the Baby Box, funded early learning and childcare, investment in breakfast clubs or the Young Patients Family Fund, the SNP remains committed to making Scotland the best place in the world for children to grow up and for families to thrive.”
“I’m proud that Scotland continues to provide this support, helping families stay together when they need each other most and ensuring no one is left to face these challenges alone.”
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