Wonders & Worries
Free professional support to children (ages 2–18) who have a parent with a serious illness or injury ...
Bright Spot Network supports cancer survivors and patients who are parents of young children (especially ages 0–10) by offering a safe, understanding community for healing, reconnection, and resilience. Their programs help families navigate the dual challenges of cancer and parenting with empathy, peer support, and practical resources. A top ten resource.
Virtual support groups for parents, partners, caregivers, and survivors
Bright Grants — small financial grants ($500) to help with basic expenses while raising young children during or after treatment
Bright Reads — free age-appropriate books for children dealing with illness, big emotions, grief, and loss
Bright Box — art kits designed for children of parents with cancer
Family resource navigation — connecting families to support services and coping resources
Connections for Kids — programs where kids can connect with other children experiencing a parent’s cancer journey