How do we
help?
Who do we help?
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Our support services encompass the whole family. We understand that your whole world stops as you hold your breath braced by the impact of a childhood cancer diagnosis. The uncertainty that the journey brings, the devastating emotional distress and how it takes a toll on all members of the family is unimaginable until you have walked the path.
In particular, our community understands the pain and devastation that a loss of a child, sibling or grandchild brings to a family.
There are nearly 100 families in WA each and every year that are impacted by the diagnosis of their child with cancer or a blood disorder. Our services are aimed at assisting them and we have specific support and programs target at assisting:
• Parents of the children diagnosed
• Children who are undergoing/have undergone treatment for cancer or a blood disorder
• Siblings of childhood cancer/blood disorder patients
• Single Parents
• Grandparents
• Bereaved Families
• Country Families
Cancer does not discriminate, so there is a full spectrum of demographics, socioeconomic backgrounds & locations that are affected.
How do we help?
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We enrich the lives of those impacted by childhood cancer or blood disorders through our programs and facilities, such as:
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KCSG House – a welcoming supportive place, a ‘home away from home’ for the whole family to connect and relax with peers in an environment suited to their unique needs.
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Playgroup – an opportunity for children, siblings, parents/caregivers and grandparents to connect in a safe play space with activities tailored to their particular needs.
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School holiday activities/workshops.
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Clubs for parents/care givers such as book club, walking/running club.
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Providing tickets to local events and activities around Perth.
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Regular retreats and special events
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We provide support when you need it most and try to brighten the days of those
on ward by:
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Our Gladiator goodies deliveries providing new toys, activities, books and crafts and essential provisions to those currently on Ward 1A.
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On ward events – Pizza/Movie nights, arts & craft workshops, Halloween, Easter & Christmas events.
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Lucky dips – small toys/gifts provided after a procedure.
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Providing a trusted point of contact to assist you and your family with your specific needs.
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Peer to peer support groups for families, such as KCSG Connect, our Parent and Carers private page, ‘TAPESTRY’ for Grandparents and ‘TRIBE’ for teens.
