Our social workers are experts in helping families handle the day-to-day challenges that come with a child’s cancer diagnosis. They work in all the main children’s cancer hospitals. Young Lives vs Cancer Social Workers are different to other social workers. They’re there to help because of a child’s cancer, and to make sure families get the support they need throughout treatment, including:
- Helping come to terms with what’s happened
- Explaining things in a way that’s easy to understand
- Helping families adjust to the new situation they find themselves in
- Support with applying for benefits, grants and other financial support
- Talking to a child’s school and helping to arrange schoolwork during treatment
- Helping parents sort out time off work
- Support with arranging accommodation for families close to hospital
- Helping organise childcare for siblings
- Supporting brothers and sisters and other family members
- Connecting with organisations that can give additional support.
Regions:
Cancer
Children and Families
Scottish Cancer Coalition
Children and Young People
Parents and Families
Cancer
Contact information
You can use the information below to get in touch with Young Lives vs Cancer Social Workers