The Joshua Tree supports families affected by childhood cancer. We offer long-term emotional, health and wellbeing support to the children, and their families. This might be counselling, art and play therapy, wellbeing and holistic therapy sessions, to all members of a family who need it.
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There are no other charities that provide emotional health and wellbeing support to families affected by childhood cancers. Our unique approach supports the whole family, including parents, carers, siblings, grandparents, and the child on treatment for however long they need us. The child’s cancer affects the family’s need for care, self-esteem, social interaction and functioning, overall families at their most vulnerable are lacking the support they need to face treatment, loss, and recovery.
When faced with the disruption of a childhood cancer diagnosis, we offer a lifeline for families facing an emotionally draining and complex journey. To date, we have supported over 690 families but we’ve seen a 450% increase in demand in the past two years. Our bespoke support lasts for as long as a family needs it. We focus on the emotional health and wellbeing of the family to rediscover a sense of self, helping to rebuild resilience, promote recovery, and restore stability at home.