Understanding Treatment
Make sense of the diagnosis and the plan, learn what questions to ask, and understand options like clinical trials and second opinions.
Guides
5 min read
You've Just Been Diagnosed: First Steps
A calm, short list of what to do first when your child is newly diagnosed, before you feel ready for any of it.
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Questions to Ask Your Care Team
A starter list of questions that help you understand the diagnosis, the plan, and what to expect.
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Treatment Is Ending: Now What
Why the end of treatment can feel harder than treatment itself, and how to steady yourself through the transition.
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5 resources
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation: Family Resource Directory
A searchable directory of programs and services for childhood cancer families, spanning financial, practical, and emotional support.
American Childhood Cancer Organization (ACCO)
Education, advocacy, free resources, and a guide to financial-assistance organizations for families.
Blood Cancer United
Financial-assistance grants along with education, advocacy, and research support.
CureSearch for Childhood Cancer
Plain-language information about childhood cancer, treatment, and navigating the journey.
St. Baldrick's Foundation
Funds childhood cancer research and offers resources and information for families.
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