Vicky Inglis is Head of Family Support Services at Solving Kids’ Cancer UK. She tells us how its bespoke coaching programme for parents and carers of children with cancer is helping to support their physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing.
Mat Waugh’s daughter, Kirsty, was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2024 when she was only 10 years old. Here, he explains the mindset he and his family have taken while navigating her illness and treatment, how Kirsty has shown resilience through her determination and dedication to helping others, and her achievements in doing so
Amber was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia when she was nine years old. Now 14, she tells us about the biggest challenges and what helped her through treatment.
Chris Badcock’s son, Sam, was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2019 when he was 11 years old. He tells us how cycling made a profound difference to his son's recovery and quality of life.
Kay Hunter Saber’s son, Ramsey, was diagnosed with leukaemia aged 14. She explains how they navigated his treatment and how writing helped her through his journey.
Debbi Rowley, Advanced Physiotherapist, Alice Kay, Dietitian, Rachael Bennett, Advanced Occupational Therapist, and Rebecca Rodgers, Play Specialist, all work in the Haematology/Oncology Team at Sheffield Children’s Foundation Trust. Here, they share tips and advice on small steps that can be taken to support a child’s wellbeing during treatment.
Abby Maxwell was diagnosed with blood cancer aged 22 in 2023 and shares with us what helped her during her treatment.
Stacey Bark’s daughter, Florrie, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia aged five in 2022. Here, Stacey explains how their family navigated cancer and some of the serious complications of Florrie’s treatment and what resilience means to them.
This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we spoke to Katherine about her daughter Helena’s story, her experience as a member of CCLG’s Information Review Panel and other projects, and how getting involved has given her a sense of purpose.
