By Shayle Havemann | Project leader
Introduction
When children are diagnosed with cancer they are often immediately whisked from their local hospital. This happens so quickly that they and the parents are totally unprepared for what happens next. We have your back' packs are loaded with dozens of items from drink containers to board games, from colouring books and journals to luxury blankets, socks, gloves, headphones, chargers and much more including support information. It's a really great way to help signpost services for the family.
Report
We managed to raise $801 and so will provide 200 packs to children and their families.Support for the family through this difficult time is essential. One day we hope a cure for Cancer will eliminate this pack. Within the packs we provide information about the other services that the charity provides including 1:1 emotional support, respite holiday breaks, care and hardship grants so we know when accessing these services families will benefit both financially and with their emotional wellbeing. This provides long term relief on the NHS and medical services by signposting to other
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