Find organizations, services and practical support for families navigating childhood brain cancer.
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In this blog post by Kostelyk, several ideas from offering to prepare meals to assisting with note-taking needs are suggested as ways to help close families facing a life-changing diagnosis.
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Learn how to educate yourself on your child's diagnosis, treatment options, and expected changes as a result of cancer therapies with this guide by SingleCare.
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DIPG.org lists several organizations and support groups specific to children and families battling DIPG/DMG.
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The Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium lists several organizations dedicated to supporting and raising awareness of pediatric brain tumor care.
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Cure The Kids leads caregivers through how a brain cancer diagnosis may impact family dynamics and how they can be addressed.
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Child Life Specialists help children and families cope with illness, diagnosis, or medical procedures. Child Life on Call provides virtual visits with specialists and free parent starter kits.
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A project by the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada and McGill nursing students, offering digital booklets with coping strategies for siblings of children with brain tumours.
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SuperSibs provides age-appropriate packages to siblings of childhood cancer patients, offering comfort and encouragement.
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A helpful packing list for preparing for hospital stays with infants and young children.
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Caring Together offers several resources on understanding the thoughts and feelings of children experiencing serious illnesses, expected changes in family dynamics, as well as how to navigate difficult decisions about schooling and healthcare. View Resources
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Caring Together offers several resources on understanding the thoughts and feelings of children experiencing serious illnesses, expected changes in family dynamics, as well as how to navigate difficult decisions about schooling and healthcare. View Resources
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Caring Together offers several resources on understanding the thoughts and feelings of children experiencing serious illnesses, expected changes in family dynamics, as well as how to navigate difficult decisions about schooling and healthcare. View Resources
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Caring Together offers several resources on understanding the thoughts and feelings of children experiencing serious illnesses, expected changes in family dynamics, as well as how to navigate difficult decisions about schooling and healthcare. View Resources
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The National Institutes of Health provide information on how to have discussions with children regarding their condition and what to expect.
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Upopolis is a secure online community that allows kids aged 10-18 who are going through medical experiences or life challenges to connect.
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The SuperKids Program strives to educate youth while spreading awareness, with downloadable lesson plans for grades KG - 12.
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Allow your child to navigate their own health through educational videos, resources, and activities on Tiny Docs.
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The Imaginary Friend Society is a cast of characters appearing in short films designed to explain complicated cancer topics in a simpler way.
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The purpose of the book Kemo Shark written by King is to help children understand the purpose and side-effects of chemotherapy.
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I Draw Childhood Cancer was created by Angus Olsen, a Disney trained artist and father. His online platform offers free books that provide an explanation for what a child's body is experiencing.
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This series is about Princess Lily who is sick and travels to an enchanted forest seeking help, meeting new friends with challenges that they face together.
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Imagine a Rainbow written by Miles and Wong guides the reader through relaxing images and soothing rhymes. This book prompts you to imagine puppies, clouds, rainbows and fields of daisies.
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The Can in Cancer is a book written by Cook and Valentine. It discusses the story of Eli, a child diagnosed with cancer, through several points of view.
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The Miracle Workers is an inspirational story written by Marsh and Collina. It tells the story of a child named Blake in a magical land.
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Henry the Brave is a book written by Hutter and Clark. It discusses a boy named Henry who discovers a creature that seems like a friend, but ends up being a cancerasaurus.
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Autumn and the Bad Bean is “an empathetic, sympathetic, optimistic look at a child’s life with a rare form of brain cancer” in book form.
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The American Girl Feelings Journal is designed to help children understand their feelings and discover strategies to cope with them.
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The Butterfly Pig specializes in handmade dolls and toy medical accessories designed to empower and facilitate conversations about devices/procedures a child may undergo in a playful way.
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The Cozy Cat is a stuffed toy designed by the American Childhood Cancer Organization for children with cancer. It features a gold ribbon, port, g-tube, hand IV and more!
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Chemo Duck was created to help children to learn about their cancer treatment by providing printable activities and short clips.
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Aflac Duck was designed to provide comfort while encouraging curiosity in learning about medical procedures. The duck is equipped with a port, stethoscope, syringe, and wrap as well as feeling cards.
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BeeBraveBuddies sells unique stuffed characters and books designed to comfort children through challenging times.
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The B+ Foundation offers Peer Support Groups which aim to bring together those who have faced similar hardships.
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The ChadTough Foundation connects families with a child facing DIPG/DMG to nurse navigators knowledgeable in the condition, treatment options, and personalized resources through their 1-on-1 Support Program.
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The BrainWAVE program connects families with children facing similar diagnoses.
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Ontario Parents Advocating for Children with Cancer's Parent Liason Program arranges hospital visits by professionals and parents experienced in navigating a childhood cancer diagnosis.
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For families throughout Canada facing a blood cancer diagnosis, connect with those in a similar position through the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Support Groups.
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As a child caregiver, join the Momcology Online Support Group to grow meaningful connections with those with similar circumstances.
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The WellSpring Cancer Support Program in collaboration with the OPACC provides regular online sessions led by professionals familiar with childhood cancer caregiving.
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The Ontario Parents Advocating for Children with Cancer's Community Parent Group Service offers community-based support through social media from families who have undergone a childhood cancer diagnosis within the Hamilton, Waterloo, and Niagara regions.
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Smart Patients is an online community for patients and their families to learn from the experiences of other patients. Members of this community provide advice and information on how they care for their family's needs.
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Facebook hosts a variety of Social Media Groups specific to different childhood cancers. View Resources
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Facebook hosts a variety of Social Media Groups specific to different childhood cancers. View Resources
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Facebook hosts a variety of Social Media Groups specific to different childhood cancers. View Resources
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Facebook hosts a variety of Social Media Groups specific to different childhood cancers. View Resources
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The B+ Foundation offers families with a child receiving cancer treatment at any U.S hospital assistance with prescription payments, travel costs, and household bills through their Family Assistance Program.
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The Jennifer Ashleigh Children's Charity offers funding towards medical, living, and transportation expenses for qualifying families in Ontario with a child in medical crisis.
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Whether you seek assistance with daily household fees or medical expenses as a family with a child diagnosed with DIPG, you may seek grants from the Cristian Rivera Foundation.
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The Cristian Rivera Foundation provides grants towards funding activities and events for families with a child facing DIPG as part of their Dreams Come True Program. They advocate for memorable experiences to be made for all, regardless of their health condition.
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The Aubrey Rose Foundation supplements the medical needs of eligible families with children facing a life-threatening condition through grants.
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The Fuel For The Journey Program operated by the U.S based MomAdvocate Foundation provides gas and meal gift cards to families with a child facing cancer. This program is available in Virginia.
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The Kids with Cancer Society has several offerings including the Learning Support Program and other educational supports where children can access tutoring services and tailored courses.
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Find those offering services such as haircuts and transport for families managing cancer.
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Cure The Kids provides information on how to navigate insurance, medical bills, and payment plans.
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Caring Together offers information about funding expenses through outlets such as organizations, charities, and government benefits.
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U-link lists several charities that offer financial support for families in need throughout Canada.
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Cancer Care News lists several charities that offer financial support for families in need throughout the U.S.
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The Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario's Financial Assistance Program offers reimbursement for food, accommodations, and various childcare expenses.
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The Twinkie Foundation helps families achieve financial reimbursements for travel expenses necessary to receive expert medical assistance.
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Ontario Parents Advocating for Children with Cancer's Parking and Gift-Card Programs provide families free gift cards and coverage of hospital parking fees.
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Find financial aid offered by the Government and Ontario Ministries for parents with a sick child through SickKids.
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Chai Lifeline operates several free programs offering family outings and getaways, reimbursements for medication and hospital needs, and meal services.
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The Kids Cancer Care Foundation supports families from Alberta by offering virtual or in-person tutoring sessions for young children.
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Childhood Cancer Canada offers families with children actively undergoing treatment an Emergency Fund consisting of a one-time $300 cheque.
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For both children and adults facing hardships, Comfort Cuddles aspires to bring joy to those in need by sending a cozy blanket.
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King David's Costume Drive operated by the U.S based MomAdvocate Foundation aims to uplift the spirit of children facing cancer by providing them with new costumes. This program is available in Virginia.
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Club NEGU provides encouragement and support for families impacted by childhood cancer. Once you sign up for ClubNEGU, your courageous child and family will receive boosts of encouragement each month.
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Sponsors of the Wreck-It Like Beckett Foundation enable the distribution of Beckett Boxes to families with children diagnosed with cancer. These include a variety of goods such as books, natural cleaning and bathing products, and stationary.
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In memory of 7-year-old Zoah who faced her own battle with cancer, sign up with Zoah’s Toys to be eligible to receive up to 5 donated toys a month.
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As a parent or loved one, you can request a free teddy bear from The Children's Cancer Research Fund for your child.
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Tiny Superheroes is an organization that creates and delivers capes for extraordinary children. On their website, you may nominate a person of your choice to receive a cape for free. Even sidekicks (siblings and close supporters) can be nominated.
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The Million Dollar Smiles Program provides childhood cancer families with free backyard playgrounds in the summer and Bearhug packages featuring teddy bears distributed around Christmas.
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Feel Better Friends are handmade dolls created by volunteers that mimic the appearance of the child including medical devices/needs.
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Brave Barbie Dolls are made in partnership with Mattel and CureSearch for Children’s Cancer. They provide childhood cancer patients with a doll representative of themselves to encourage acceptance and confidence.
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The Medi Teddy is a stuffed toy that covers the IV line drip bag in hopes of making children’s treatment a little less scary by having their teddy do it with them.
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Kids Hope Chest creates accompaniments for medical equipment in fun shapes and creative designs. Their IV pole pals and feeding friends to secure NG tubes are a wonderful way to brighten up hospital rooms and children alike!
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Brave Gowns are committed to making hospital stays more comfortable and stylish for kids of all ages. They design bright, colourful gowns, pants, masks, pillowcases, blankets, backpacks, and even wall tapestries with a flair that will match your child’s personality!
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Comfy Cases creates custom pillowcases for children hospitalized with cancer.
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StorkApparel is an Etsy shop that sells hospital gowns with fun designs for children. Their gowns have snaps in the back, making them accessible for bathroom use.
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Headcovers sell several hats suited for any occasion for all children.
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Wigs for Kids is a Canadian company that offers Hair Replacement Systems at no cost if you qualify.
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Quilts for Kids is a nonprofit organization that transforms fabric into quilts for children facing serious illness, trauma, abuse, and natural disasters across North America.
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SignatureLittleOnes sells handmade cozy blankets in several colours, sizes, materials, and motivational messages.
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Ran by a fellow bereaved mother, CreativeMom and offer a variety of products aspiring to make medical life fun and practical for children and families alike. From stickers to books and clothing, each child can meet their match in bubbly character form! Tubie2Go
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Ran by a fellow bereaved mother, CreativeMom and offer a variety of products aspiring to make medical life fun and practical for children and families alike. From stickers to books and clothing, each child can meet their match in bubbly character form! Tubie2Go
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Founded by a loving mother to a son facing his own battle with childhood cancer, RiverNRowan Creations offer customized blankets and necklaces for those experiencing similar hardships. Give the gift of coziness to those in need!
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Nebraska Doll Closet sells handmade scrubs for 18-inch American girl dolls. A set includes a scrub top, pants, mask and cap with the cancer awareness ribbon printed on it.
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LittleElska offers stuffed animal companions that can carry your child's name, date of birth, weight, and more.
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From t-shirts to hoodies, ComfyCozys has everything you need to keep your child comfortable and stylish in a practical way, featuring access zippers and button closures fitted to infusion ports.
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Navigating life with a chest port for infusion access can be challenging. Zippaport offers customized t-shirts featuring port-access zippers to resolve this complication with style!
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The EmPower Pack Program hosted by Childhood Cancer Canada provides age-specific support packages containing a tablet, accessories and goods such as plush toys and hats, as well as a daily journal and colouring book.
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The Hair Fairy Fighters Club helps kids with cancer maintain confidence through their hair loss. The hair fairy is like the tooth fairy! She keeps hair safe until after treatment when it grows back. When you sign up to join the Hair Fairy Fighters Club, you will receive a free kit that includes: A book – either The Beautiful Bald Princess or The Brave Bald Knight A companion activity book A backpack A water bottle A head covering A few other surprise items to help ease anxiety
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Looking for fun activities to do indoors? This list of scavenger hunt ideas compiled by GardenArch might be your match!
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Find several holiday and everyday themed virtual escape rooms that will keep your child entertained in no time!
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The Kids with Cancer Society has several offerings including the Pediatric Cancer Patients and Survivors Engaging in Exercise for Recovery (PEER) Program where children aged 6-17 residing in Alberta may attend free activities led by an exercise physiologist.
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The Respite Property Program by Believe in Tomorrow provides children currently undergoing cancer treatment free access to stays away at homes located on beach and mountainous areas throughout the U.S.
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Ollie’s Orchestra’s mission is to provide music to childhood cancer patients and their families given its benefits in stress relief. They donate free backpacks of musical instruments or a children’s guitar to infants and children with a cancer diagnosis, as well as link them with musicians and artists who can provide music lessons, “mini concerts”, and/or music therapy sessions.
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The Heroes Circle Program provides children facing cancer the opportunity to relieve stress and learn a new skill through free martial arts therapy classes (both in-person and virtual).
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Find workshops, programs, camps, and much more on Activity Heroes.
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On GoNoodle, your child can find short online videos, activities, and blog posts about topics from science to cooking including interactive activities to test their knowledge.
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On SkillShare, anyone can find a hobby or skill they would like to learn more about.
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Blue Balloon Songwriting School offers lesson plans for children to grasp both an instrument and the art of songwriting.
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Virtual Tours allow you to explore tourist attractions and exciting destinations all from the comfort of your own home!
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On KneeBouncers, find both free and paid memberships featuring hundreds of educational and exciting online games, colouring sheets, music, and interactive videos for young children and toddlers!
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Escape Kit provides pre-made virtual escape rooms and DIY instructions to create your own at home.
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LetsRoam has several activities from scavenger hunts to escape rooms as well as virtual birthday party planners.
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Educational professional Susie Allison, founder of Busy Toddler, offers a number of ideas when it comes to children’s gifts and boredom breakers. Find wonderful ways to surprise your loved ones with activities and goods themed for every holiday throughout the year!
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Looking for a safe space to chat with others facing similar challenges? Ability Online provides monitored forums, discussion platforms, games and activities catered to building meaningful relationships and inclusiveness.
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Learn all about animals around the world on National Geographic!
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When You Wish allows you to arrange an online visit by your child's favourite princess or character to provide some encouragement!
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Princesses Against Cancer is dedicated to both in-person and virtual hospital visits as the popular Disney Princesses.
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Several Virtual Support Programs by the Brain Tumour Foundation provide simple activities
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The Kids Cancer Care Foundation supports families from Alberta by offering year-round child, teen, and family camp stays.
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U-link allows families to connect with healthcare providers seeking participants for novel trials related to childhood diagnoses.
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Single Care demonstrates the importance of creating planners to manage several medications at once as well as safe handling/storage.
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With seizures commonly resulting from brain tumours, it is important to understand their nature and how to safely address them which can be done through use of Pacific Medical Training's overview.
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Nursing Education takes patients and their families through what to expect following cancer treatment, how to effectively manage side effects, and when to reach out to your care team for additional support.
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Give InKind is a U.S based service where you or your loved ones can create a profile or page sharing your story. You then can invite friends and family to your page, add requests or wish lists for certain items, provide updates, and much more.
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The Songs of Love Foundation writes and produces free personalized songs for children going through difficult times. You simply fill out an online survey that tells them about the child and they deliver the song digitally or on a USB drive.
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Choose Hope offers a range of products for children with cancer such as clothing, jewelry, and journals. Many are available in colours associated with specific types of cancer to show your support.
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Written by Fowler, a mother to a son who faced childhood cancer himself, Wreck-It Like Beckett: Healthy Living for Families guides the reader through tips and tricks on how they can live a healthier lifestyle both during and after cancer treatment.
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Practical Gift Cards can be a huge factor in reducing stress and anxiety for parents. The more general the gift card, the better. Many can be purchased online and sent by email. Amazon Grocery stores Gift cards for places in or near hospitals (ex. Starbucks, Tim Hortons etc). Gift cards for hospital parking
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Care Packages filled with both practical and whimsical items can bring joy and comfort into the lives of children managing cancer. View Resources
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Care Packages filled with both practical and whimsical items can bring joy and comfort into the lives of children managing cancer. View Resources
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Care Packages filled with both practical and whimsical items can bring joy and comfort into the lives of children managing cancer. View Resources
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Care Packages filled with both practical and whimsical items can bring joy and comfort into the lives of children managing cancer. View Resources
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Care Packages filled with both practical and whimsical items can bring joy and comfort into the lives of children managing cancer. View Resources
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Care Packages filled with both practical and whimsical items can bring joy and comfort into the lives of children managing cancer. View Resources
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Send a Song to show you care. View Options
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Send a Song to show you care. View Options
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Send a Song to show you care. View Options
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Send a Song to show you care. View Options
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Books - change key details to reflect the child's name and story. Book Options Videos - send a video created by the child's favourite character. Some options: Cameo: Thomas the Tank Engine, Skye from Paw Patrol, Winnie the Pooh, Youtube/Online Influencers, etc Music - accumulate inspirational songs into a personal CD/playlist.
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Books - change key details to reflect the child's name and story. Book Options Videos - send a video created by the child's favourite character. Some options: Cameo: Thomas the Tank Engine, Skye from Paw Patrol, Winnie the Pooh, Youtube/Online Influencers, etc Music - accumulate inspirational songs into a personal CD/playlist.
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Books - change key details to reflect the child's name and story. Book Options Videos - send a video created by the child's favourite character. Some options: Cameo: Thomas the Tank Engine, Skye from Paw Patrol, Winnie the Pooh, Youtube/Online Influencers, etc Music - accumulate inspirational songs into a personal CD/playlist.
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Books - change key details to reflect the child's name and story. Book Options Videos - send a video created by the child's favourite character. Some options: Cameo: Thomas the Tank Engine, Skye from Paw Patrol, Winnie the Pooh, Youtube/Online Influencers, etc Music - accumulate inspirational songs into a personal CD/playlist.
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Meal Train is a way to organize meals for families in need. Fill out an online application on behalf of a recipient as well as any necessary dietary restrictions or preferences. There are several options to choose from including groceries and housework.
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Lasagna Love offers coordinated lasagna deliveries made fresh by local volunteer chefs for those who need a little extra help with dinner! Availability varies by area with volunteers located throughout North America.
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Power Kitchen is a meal service that delivers fresh meal-prepped dishes for all diet types. They provide an 8-week rotating menu to encourage variety.
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Several companies within Toronto offer Deliveries of Cold-Pressed Juices and Smoothies.
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Childhood Cancer Canada offers families with a passed child a Benevolent Fund consisting of a $1500 cheque intended to aid in covering memorial services and ongoing care expenses.
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The Brain Tumour Foundation offers several resources tailored to coping for both youth and adults managing grief through Virtual Support Programs.
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Start your journey with the Forever Family Foundation to learn about the continuation of life beyond the physical self through group exercises, spiritual mediumship, and retreat opportunities.
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Helping Parents Heal is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping bereaved parents in their healing process by providing support and resources. They facilitate open discussions about spiritual experiences and the afterlife.
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The Jessie Rees Foundation creates free custom canvases for families in the U.S. who have lost a child to cancer (under 18 years of age). The canvases document special and memorable words to describe their child and the many memories shared together.
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Speaking Grief is a U.S. based national public media initiative which “includes a one-hour television documentary, media-rich website, social media campaign, and numerous community engagement events, all aimed at starting a national conversation about grief.
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What's Your Grief shares weekly articles, resources, and outlets to express yourself through the process of grief.
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After Talk provides users a safe and secure outlet to document their thoughts and feelings surrounding the loss of a loved one.
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Bereaved Families of Ontario support Canadian families facing loss of a loved one. They supply resources for parents and siblings of children who have passed.
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Tiny Superheroes hosts the Angel Program, which honours children who have passed through capes and angel patches all while supporting their families.
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Lighthouse offers online groups, books, and tips for caregivers and parents experiencing the loss of a loved one.
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Caring Together provides information on how to navigate end of life care and grief following the loss of a child. View Resources
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Caring Together provides information on how to navigate end of life care and grief following the loss of a child. View Resources
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Hospice Programs can teach caregivers how to care for their loved ones nearing the end of life, offer counselling and grief services, and provide opportunities to connect with others in similar situations as well as spiritual providers. View Resources
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Hospice Programs can teach caregivers how to care for their loved ones nearing the end of life, offer counselling and grief services, and provide opportunities to connect with others in similar situations as well as spiritual providers. View Resources
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In an article written by Wolfelt, “When a grandchild dies, grandparents grieve twice. They mourn the loss of the child and they feel the pain of their own child’s suffering. Sometimes we forget about the grandparents when a child dies. You can help by not forgetting, by offering the grandparents your love, support and presence in the weeks and months to come.”
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“The relationship between a grandparent and a grandchild is very special and unique. When a grandchild dies, the grief associated with the loss is often so intense and painful, it leaves bereaved grandparents feeling hopeless as they experience what many refer to as a double loss. Not only do they mourn for their grandchild, they may also feel a sense of helplessness because they are unable to take away the pain felt by the parents of their grandchild, one of whom is their own child.”
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In an article written by Fitzgerald, “There is no bond greater than the bond between parent and child. When a child dies, the pain of parental loss is near the top of the scale of human grief, and there is an immediate outpouring of sympathy and concern for the bereaved parents. But other grieving family members, including siblings, are often seen as secondary players who must provide support to the distraught parents. Among these forgotten grievers are the grandparents.”
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Helping Young Hearts Heal is a guide written by Spillman which directs youth through the stages of grief while providing their loved ones the necessary tools to assist them.
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The Family Education Centre presents a course for parents of children facing grief themselves. It guides parents through how to appropriately discuss sensitive topics with them.
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Rainbows for All Children is a not-for-profit charitable organization that connects children aged 3-18 with the support necessary to navigate grief and heal from loss resulting from a life-altering event.
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The Children & Youth Grief Network provides resources for both children and parents of a grieving child.
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Teenage Grief Sucks is a teen-run website that aims to prompt conversations about grief from the perspective of young adults. Run by Natalie Adams who lost her dad in high school, Teenage Grief regularly shares relatable aspects of the coping process.
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Camp Erin is a bereavement program for youth aged 6-17 grieving the death of a significant person in their lives. They offer day and weekend camps that combine traditional, fun camp activities with grief education and emotional support, free of charge for all families.
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The National and Canadian Alliances for Children's Grief connect children and their families with grief resources local to them.
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Lighthouse offers online groups, books, and tips for children and young adults experiencing the loss of a loved one.
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Lighthouse offers online groups, books, and tips for children and young adults experiencing the loss of a loved one.
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The series My Sister in Heaven / My Brother in Heaven is dedicated to children who have endured the loss of a sibling. Author Goldstein was inspired by the passing of her beloved daughter Ayelet. They were written to encourage open discussion within bereaved families and to bring families closer with a sense of comfort and strength.
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Healing a Grandparent's Grieving Heart written by Wolfelt provides several suggestions for grandparents to honour the loss of their grandchild while supporting their children through the grieving process.
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Forgotten Tears written by Bennett takes the reader through the stages of grief and validates the feeling of loss that grandparents may experience.
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The Forgotten Grievers offers grandparents the opportunity to journal through their grieving process, encouraged to take time out of each day to reflect.
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When a Grandchild Dies written by Galinsky teaches grandparents how to have difficult discussions and reach out for help when going through the bereavement process.
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Ellen Schwartz’s The Puddle Jump guides the reader through coping with grief through loss. Sharing her own experiences with the loss of her son Jacob, her perspective provides insight into how healing is possible through resilience and acceptance.
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Finding Our Way Home by Dagnone discusses a father's experience coping with the loss of his 3 year old son to cancer. It is a story of perseverance and growth.
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In The Only Way Out is Through, Dr. Gross offers strategies for life’s transitions including coping with loss which draws from managing the death of her own daughter.
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The Survivor Scholarship Program hosted by Childhood Cancer Canada supports survivors in meeting their aspirations of attending post-secondary school by supplying eligible applicants scholarships.
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