Talking with Children About Cancer
Guidance to help parents have age-appropriate, supportive conversations.
Family Cancer Resource Bag
Support for families navigating cancer while caring for the children who love them
Supporting Families Through Cancer Conversations
Being diagnosed with cancer can feel overwhelming, especially for parents with children at home. Many parents want to protect their children from fear and uncertainty, while also helping them understand what is happening.
The Family Cancer Resource Bag was created to support families navigating cancer together, offering tools, guidance, and reassurance for both parents and children.
Helping Children Feel Supported and Secure
When families approach this experience with openness and care, it can help children feel more secure and supported. With the right tools and guidance, parents can navigate these conversations in a way that builds resilience and connection.
What’s Included in Each Bag
Books for Families to Read Together
Including “When Mama Wore a Hat” by local author and cancer survivor Eleanor Schick.
Resources for Children Ages 4-12
Materials designed to help children understand and cope with cancer.
A Stuffed Lion for Courage
A cuddly companion for bravery.
Created for New Mexican Families
This program was designed with New Mexican parents coping with cancer and their children in mind. We work closely with oncology clinics and cancer service providers across the state to ensure these free resource bags reach families who need them.
How to Request a Resource Bag
Resource Bags are distributed through our partner clinics and organizations across New Mexico. Families may also contact us directly to learn how to receive a bag.
You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone
Having the right tools can make it easier to support your children while navigating cancer as a family. This program is here to help you take those steps with confidence and care.
Community support helps make these Resource Bags free and available to families across New Mexico.