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The Hope Connection

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NCCS Cards for Kids program

The NCCS Beyond the Cure Scholarship program has awarded nearly $2 million to over 200 childhood cancer survivors to help them fulfill their future dreams. Survivors who are awarded scholarships are asked to complete volunteer service hours to give back to the childhood cancer community.

Transitioning Back To School

Children undergoing cancer treatment benefit from returning to school as soon as medically possible, however this can be a tough adjustment for children, their parents and even the school.

Help for Caregivers: Compassion Fatigue

Compassion fatigue is a natural consequence of stress and is common among those caring for cancer patients. Learn how to identify compassion fatigue to find relief from your symptoms and maintain your well-being as you play the very important role of caregiver.

Scholarship Application Is Open

The National Children’s Cancer Society is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship Program. Completed applications must be postmarked by March 31, 2022.

Coping with Scan Anxiety

“Scanxiety” is just as you may assume- the anxiety that occurs with thinking about, preparing for, going through or waiting for the results of a scan or other test. Although these feelings can be overwhelming, scans and tests are a part of the childhood cancer journey.

Help to Learn Better

Childhood cancer treatments may have side effects that affect memory, learning, focus, attention, processing or organization.

Being Your Child’s Best Advocate

A good advocate is willing to plead, speak or even argue in order to support their child.  Children’s voices aren’t often heard so sometimes a parent needs to speak up for them. 

Sun Safety: Protecting Your Skin

Being in the sun has benefits, such as providing Vitamin D that is needed for strong bones and a healthy immune system. However, protecting skin from the sun’s harmful rays is equally important.