CancerCare’s Back-to-School Program Continues to Support Families Affected by Cancer

September 29, 2018
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For the third year in a row, CancerCare helped families through our Back-to-School Program. One mother shares: “Jaeden was so happy when he received his new backpack. It’s fashionable and resistant to the weight he will be carrying this school year. Thank you so much-this program has helped med a lot by cutting down on the back-to-school bill!”

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Celebrating a Decade of Hope and Healing at the 10th Annual Healing Hearts Bereavement Camp

June 28, 2018
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On the second weekend of June, CancerCare hosted the 10th annual Healing Hearts Family Bereavement Camp, a free retreat for families and children coping with the loss of a loved one to cancer. For this year’s camp, 27 families spent the weekend at the Malibu Dude Ranch in Milford, PA, at an ocean-themed retreat. Families came to the camp from the tri-state area, as well as Virginia, Delaware, North Carolina and Massachusetts.

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Sarah Paul, LCSW, Recognized at AOSW Conference

June 11, 2018
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Sarah’s presentation highlighted psychosocial challenges for young adults with metastatic cancer, in order to better inform clinical practice in the oncology community.

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Helping Kids Discover Their Super Powers When a Family Member Has Cancer

March 26, 2018
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On Tuesday, March 6th, CancerCare’s New Jersey office, in partnership with The Valley Hospital, hosted a fun-filled Super Hero Workshop for families affected by cancer.

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CancerCare Social Workers Discuss Their Work with Children and Teens

March 19, 2018
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“Our role is to provide a safe space for children and teens to talk about their feelings and teach them coping strategies that might help during this difficult time”

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Making Friends and Making Meaning at CancerCare’s Ninth Healing Hearts Camp

July 12, 2017
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CancerCare’s annual Healing Hearts Family Bereavement Camp is a free retreat for families with children or teens who are coping with the loss of a loved one to cancer.

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Children’s Book Proceeds to be Donated to CancerCare in Memory of CT Client

December 20, 2016
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All proceeds of book sales of “Be Kind: A Story of Bella and Muffy” support CancerCare’s free services and programs.

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Phi Beta Kappa Association of New York Holiday Toy Drive Collects Donated Gifts for Children and Teens Affected by Cancer

December 7, 2016
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The Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) Association of New York donated funds and holiday gifts to CancerCare for Kids.

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CancerCare Launches Back-to-School Pilot Program

September 27, 2016
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CancerCare recently launched a back-to-school pilot program to provie children and teens affected by cancer with backpacks and school supplies.

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CancerCare Hosts Summer Wellness Event for Kids

August 22, 2016
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Children, parents and caregivers came together to meet other families coping with cancer and engage in relaxing, therapeutic and fun activities.

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