How School Can Be Your Family’s Ally When a Parent Has Cancer

Engaging your child's school to help support them through a parent's cancer diagnosis can help them thrive. After all, chances are that besides home, school is where your child spends the most time.

Here's how you can make the most of your school as a family ally:

• Engage Your Child - By involving your child in this discussion you can help them identify their other trusted adults at school.

• Co-Create Your Family Story - Work with your child to construct an honest, simple narrative about their parent’s cancer to share.

• Share Your Situation - Make trusted school staff aware of your situation to provide kids with extra support while away from you.

• Understanding is Key - Children usually don’t want to be treated differently, but do want others to be understanding.

These expert tips were designed by Pickles Group’s Chief Clinical Officer, Kelsey Mora.

Take advantage of more support and resources designed by experts for families like yours. Check out our schedule for upcoming webinars by to support parents navigating cancer led by our expert team. You can also order your free Pickles Family Cancer Support Kit, and enroll your kids in our peer-to-peer programs for kids affected by their parent’s cancer.