We have a long and positive
relationship with Macmillan Cancer Relief
“Macmillan Cancer Relief has been proud to be associated with The Youth Cancer Trust since October 1998. Feedback from the young people who have spent time with Brenda and Jim is invariably positive and it is obvious that the service provided is extremely important in improving the quality of life for young people, at a particularly difficult time in their lives”
Fran Williams
Service Development Manager (Macmillan Cancer Relief)
We have a good relationship with Social Servicesaround the UK.
“I am writing
to commend the excellent work done by yourself, Brenda Clark and all the staff at The Youth Cancer Trust, for young people suffering with cancer.
As you know I work with children and young people who are suffering with bone cancer for which treatment comprises of 6-12 months of chemotherapy and major surgery. The side effects of this treatment are exceptionally debilitating and invariably render the recipient dependent on others for their care. Many of these young people are understandably frustrated by their loss of independence and become
depressed, losing interest in every day life and their future. It is therefore, of great importance that they are given
goals, objectives and something to
l
ook forward to at the end of their treatment and holidays are very frequently requested by their families.
The activities arranged at Tracy Ann House provide these young people with ‘breathing space’ away from everything associated with their treatment and give them the opportunity to re-assert their independence and some control over their lives.
Patients from this hospital who have sampled the delights at Tracy Ann House have returned refreshed, excited and perhaps most importantly, with renewed optimism for life and their future.
T here is undoubtedly a great need for establishments such as Tracy Ann House and the enthusiasm, efficiency and hard work undertaken by all the staff involved in the organisation of the holiday, make it the success it is today.
Keep up the good work and thank you on behalf of all those young people who have benefited to date.”
Hilary Hollingsworth
Senior Social Worker
Birmingham City Council
“
I just thought I would drop you a note before our next group of teenagers arrive on Monday.
They are all really excited and looking forward to their holiday with YCT.
Our previous group had a fabulous time and are all hoping
they can return sometime in the future.
It has been really wonderful working with you all and I am looking forward to sending children from Scotland for many years”
Valerie Simpson
MD
Children with Cancer & Leukaemia Advice and Support for Parents (CCLASP)
"Many, many thanks. This holiday plan has really boosted Karl's morale"
Babs Sheridan
Palliative Care Social Worker
James Paget Hospital NHS Trust
