The Social Work Department along with the Child Life and Expressive Arts Therapy Program provides a program for Siblings (Ages 5 and up) three times a year. This is a therapeutic program that addresses the needs and feelings of siblings in a fun, safe environment. Your child/children will be invited by your Social Worker and/or look out for a flyer at the Infusion Center for this event.
Resources for
Siblings
The following websites offer additional support and resources for children who have a sibling with cancer:
SuperSubs
Supersibs is a free program offered to children who have a sibling with cancer. Supersibs offers age-appropriate fun activities and support resources mailings 6 times a year for two years. Ages 4-18.
Phone: 866.333.1213
Cancer.Net
Cancer.Net provides families with information on how to help children when a sibling has cancer.
Email: contactus@cancer.net
CancerCare
Tips to help siblings of the child with cancer.
Phone: 1-800‑813‑HOPE (4673)