About this episode:
Childhood cancer is an overwhelming diagnosis that affects
everyone close to the child and their family. Connor’s Heroes is a non-profit
that addresses the practical, emotional, and social needs of children with
cancer and their families, providing support for the ~60 patients who are
diagnosed and treated in Richmond each year. There are several ways to volunteer, including packing Heroes’ Bags and Backpacks (filled
with distracting fun toys for the kids and helpful vouchers for the family’s
day-to-day errands) and mentoring patients and their siblings as
Superheroes and Sidekicks. Upcoming endeavors include a care calendar to
outsource basic tasks (like cooking meals, running errands or mowing the
lawn), to friends, families, and volunteers. Connor’s Heroes has touched
hundreds of lives and eased the practical burden of coping with pediatric
cancer treatment by providing social support.
Guest speaker:
Lisa Goodwin, Co-founder and Executive
Director of Connor’s Heroes
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