Family resources for childhood cancer
Find a cancer specialistYour pediatric cancer support care team is here to answer your questions at Advocate Children’s Hospital. You can call your doctor or nurses 24/7 with urgent questions. We also make sure you have time to talk to us during your child’s appointments.
Many parents and children decide to do their own additional research as well. The internet is a great resource, and our care team has created a list of our most trusted websites and programs for pediatric cancer support.
Advocate Children’s Hospital library and resource centers
These Advocate Children’s Hospital resources offer extensive information on many aspects of children’s health, including childhood cancer. Pediatric cancer support information is available in several languages. Our resources include:
KidsHealth library
This online library includes health and safety topics for all ages. Parents can learn about health topics and conditions and get wellness and caregiving tips.
Our teen section provides answers to age-specific questions about health, emotions and moving into adulthood. Younger children will find age-appropriate health information, videos and games. Sign in to our KidsHealth library.
Children’s Health Resource Centers
Our pediatric cancer support resource centers are located in Park Ridge and Oak Lawn. We offer health information with in-person support and free validated parking.
You can use our computers to get health information, learn from safety programs, ask questions of our expert staff, and bring home booklets and other helpful materials. Learn more about our Children’s Health Resource Centers.
General information on childhood cancer
Understanding your child’s symptoms and treatment options can help you feel more comfortable with making decisions. Many pediatric cancer support organizations provide information on childhood cancer. A few childhood cancer organizations we recommend:
Programs to support children with cancer
During your child’s appointments, our social worker and Child Life specialist help connect you with resources in the community and beyond. We also recommend these childhood cancer organizations' sites to find additional pediatric cancer support programs:
Resources for teens who have cancer
Our child life specialists work closely with your teen, addressing their age-specific needs. Teens sometimes like to learn on their own or connect with support groups independently. These resources help teens cope and manage as they transition into adulthood:
Cancer resources for the whole family
We provide support for your entire family as your child goes through diagnosis and treatment. We also recommend these resources for extra help:
Financial resources for cancer care
Your child’s social worker helps identify resources to help with the financial burden of childhood cancer. You can also connect with some of the many childhood cancer organizations that provide financial support to families dealing with childhood cancer:
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