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Financial support

It is well recognised that having a child or adolescent with cancer puts a large financial strain on a family unit with the extra costs involved.

Pets

Pets are an important part of the family for many people. Most children and young people with cancer can and should keep their pets.

Play preparation

Play is a freely chosen activity that can be fun and relaxing. In the hospital setting, play is used to bridge the gap between home and hospital. Play helps children’s cognitive development, understanding of rules, social interactions and ability to work through difficult situations.

School

Children and young people going through cancer treatment are encouraged to attend school as often as possible and should be at school whenever they feel well enough to attend.

Staff support for community teams

Working with a child or young person and their family with a cancer diagnosis can cause feelings of anxiety, particularly if this is not your speciality.

Fundraising online

Setting up an online fundraising page is easy, and your supporters can sponsor you from anywehre, at any time, safely and securely - and leave you messages of support!

Section 6: Treatment

In this section of the resource you will find information about some of the treatments faced by children with cancer.

Treatment regimens

This section provide an overview of the treatment regimens for children and young people with cancer.

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