greeting cards for kids with cancer

It can be very hard finding the right words to tell a child with cancer how you feel. You may have difficulty expressing yourself, or fear saying the wrong thing will offend or upset someone. The worst thing you can do is stay silent.

Separated from friends, cut off from their usual social circle, children can feel isolated and alone, which makes it all the more important for you to stay in touch. For various reasons, personal visits, email or phone calls may not always be practical or welcome, which is why greeting cards provide a vital way of making contact for family, friends, teachers and schoolmates.

Designed by artist Corrie Kuipers and her partner, Nene Adams, their line of greeting cards designed for children, tweens, teens and young adult cancer patients pairs bright, cheerful, colorful graphics with positive messages of support and care to bring sunshine into any child's day.
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TOP TIPS below on other things you can do to brighten a childhood cancer patient's day!

TOP TIPS

WHEN CONSIDERING GIFTS keep in mind that the hospital may restrict certain items, and some restrictions may depend on which ward the child is in. Ask the parents or the hospital beforehand.

WHEN A HOSPITAL VISIT IS ALLOWED be sure to bring along fun things appropriate to the child's age, such as crayons and markers, coloring books, blank paper notebooks, stuffed animals, stickers, story books, joke books, puzzle and activity books, temporary rub-on tattoos, balloons (Mylar only, never latex), card games, handheld games, video games, MP3 player with music, DVDs, portable DVD player, jigsaw or other puzzles, magazines, loose fitting funny pajamas or pair of socks, a soft blanket or quilt, arts and crafts kits, framed photos of friends and family. If the hospital permits, you could bring things like silly string and bubbles. Older children may appreciate a scrapbook, scrapbook stickers and stamps, and photos of family and friends.

VOLUNTEER TO HELP DECORATE THE CHILD'S HOSPITAL ROOM. Be sure to get the hospital's permission first. Coordinate with the child and parents - and other friends and family if desired - to give themed sheets, pillowcases and a comforter with matching loose fitting pajamas, and artwork like peel-and-stick wall decals that won't harm the paint on the walls, or posters stuck with low-tack tape.

DRIVE the child's friends to the hospital to pay a visit. Organize with parents first.

AVOID giving sugary treats unless the parents say it's okay.

DON'T FORGET to include siblings, who often feel afraid, sad, worried, angry, jealous and even guilty.

Not sure what kind of gift to give? Ask the parents what's needed or wanted. You'll also find ideas on my other lens:
What To Give a Child With Cancer