HOW TO HELP

kennysaunt

I realize this is the breast cancer chat room but I need advice about how to help those directly involved when cancer strikes. My 5 year old nephew was recently diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and has a long road ahead of him. Unfortunately I live 15 hours away. I need any suggestions from those of you who have been there or are going through this now, on how I can help the family and the cancer patient. I know there are long stays in the hospital and many trips to the hospital/doctors. Besides lots of prayer, what can I do? What would have been helpful to help you get through this whole ordeal? Thank you.

hummingbyrd

I have a website www.urcctc.com
Conquering Cancer Through Christ
Front page is my advice on how I got through this, am getting through it now.
God bless your nephew and your family and you for being so thoughtful.
hummingbyrd

DeeNY711

One of the things that consistently helped me through many months of treatment and debilitation were the thoughtful colorful cheerful cards sent by a number of people throughout the entire year. With a five year old, simple things like a new pencil and simple maze puzzles can mean the world to a child. I loved doing crossword puzzles because it kept my mind in a totally neutral zone for hours, yet I could put the puzzle down and come back to it later whenever I liked. Maybe a new box of crayons and a coloring book would be great for your nephew. I sleep better with a soft hat on... perhaps a cap from a favorite sports team would be nice for him. You can download coloring pages from Crayola's website. Sunday comic sections sometimes have puzzles suitable for young children. It really doesn't have to cost more than a postage stamp to send good wishes, though. Friends and family from all over the country clipped out fabulous photos and articles from their own local newspapers that were delightful! The regular messages from friends reminded me that I was treasured and not forgotten. They really did mean the most. I hope this helps.
Love,
Denise

kennysaunt

DeeNY711 said:

One of the things that consistently helped me through many months of treatment and debilitation were the thoughtful colorful cheerful cards sent by a number of people throughout the entire year. With a five year old, simple things like a new pencil and simple maze puzzles can mean the world to a child. I loved doing crossword puzzles because it kept my mind in a totally neutral zone for hours, yet I could put the puzzle down and come back to it later whenever I liked. Maybe a new box of crayons and a coloring book would be great for your nephew. I sleep better with a soft hat on... perhaps a cap from a favorite sports team would be nice for him. You can download coloring pages from Crayola's website. Sunday comic sections sometimes have puzzles suitable for young children. It really doesn't have to cost more than a postage stamp to send good wishes, though. Friends and family from all over the country clipped out fabulous photos and articles from their own local newspapers that were delightful! The regular messages from friends reminded me that I was treasured and not forgotten. They really did mean the most. I hope this helps.
Love,
Denise

Denise
Thank you so much for the great suggestions. I just feel so helpless right now being so far away and this is the first time cancer has hit so close to home. Thank you for taking the time to respond and God Bless.

DeeNY711

kennysaunt said:

Denise
Thank you so much for the great suggestions. I just feel so helpless right now being so far away and this is the first time cancer has hit so close to home. Thank you for taking the time to respond and God Bless.

You are very welcome, and your nephew and all of the family will be in everyone's prayers.
Love,
Denise