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HOPE FOR HENRY's PROGRAM

Recognizing the restorative effect of laughter and learning, smiles and hope to quality of life and determination to get better for Henry and thousands of children like him, Hope for Henry Foundation has developed a comprehensive program to create positive, enriching experiences for young patients being treated at the nation’s top pediatric oncology and hematology wards.

Our program has four primary components:

Gifts for individual children battling life-threatening illnesses. A diagnosis of Fanconi anemia, neuroblastoma, leukemia or osteosarcoma brings with it significant disruption to a child’s quality of life. Instead of spending time in school, camp or sports activities, these children spend much of their time in the hospital seeking life-saving treatment and waiting to get better. Hope for Henry provides children with gifts like iPods, Game Boys, digital cameras, portable DVD players and XM satellite radios which provide hours of entertainment and break the monotony of the hospital stay. Learn more

Gifts for the patients’ siblings. Brothers and sisters lives are also interrupted by virtue of having a sibling who spends far too much time in the hospital. To ensure that they are not forgotten, Hope for Henry provides them with gift cards so they can pick out something special.

Celebratory events that bring childhood pleasures to hospitalized children and their families. Aside from receiving a great gift, what’s the fastest way to put a smile on a kid’s face?  A party of course. Because their immune systems are compromised, young patients undergoing bone marrow transplants or chemotherapy often can’t attend birthday parties or go to crowded public places like the movies or amusement parks. Throughout the year, Hope for Henry sponsors events like Halloween parties, summer carnivals, superhero days and book release parties to ensure that the kids don’t miss out on some of the pleasures of childhood. Learn more

Hospital-based programs that improve the activities and amenities available to children awaiting or undergoing treatment. Hope for Henry provides hospital clinics with programs that entertain, provide distraction from painful procedures and fill down time with fun and laughter. Learn more