Patient “COURAGE AWARD” Recognition

Childhood cancer is a brutal disease surrounded by a lot of uncertainty. It takes a lot of courage to face cancer, undertake necessary treatments and begin the process of healing, especially for a child. Doctors, nurses or social workers nominate children who are recognized as ‘courageous’ and each child receives a certificate and a special gift at a party. This recognition helps the child realize that they are special and not alone in facing their illness.

A recent Courageous Kid Recognition Award was presented to Christian, a survivor of Hodgkin’s Disease. He has had several rounds of chemotherapy and radiation in addition to a bone marrow transplant and was able to return to school earlier this year. Kids Cancer Connection threw Christian a pizza party and gave him several gifts, including Senate and Congressional recognition for his bravery and determination in fighting the battle against childhood cancer. The Courageous Kid Award brightened Christian’s spirits and helped him feel special.

You can help by sponsoring a ‘Courageous Kid Recognition Award’ and providing that spark of light during a difficult time.