Topic: Friends and family

A huge thank you to everybody who so kindly donated to our Winter appeal, to help offer a Home from Home to families with a child in hospital over the festive season.

Winter appeal update: Esme’s story

A huge thank you to everybody who so kindly donated to our Winter appeal, to help offer a Home from Home to families with a child in hospital over the...

“We’ll decorate the tree, bake gingerbread, and cherish photos and video...

After Teddy sadly died at just 3 earlier this year, his mum shares the many ways they will remember him at Christmas time this year

Orla’s story: diagnosed with a rare brain tumour when she was one-year-old

Orla sadly died in August 2023. Her family are sharing their story to raise awareness of how vital support from Young Lives vs Cancer is.

Kylen’s story: diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia aged three

Kylen's family have been supported by a Young Lives vs Cancer social worker throughout his treatment.

Esme’s Story: CLIC House kept her family together at Christmas

Esme was diagnosed with cancer at just three years old. She went on to have chemotherapy treatment as well as radiotherapy and surgery.

Artie’s story: Diagnosed with a brain tumour at three years old

When Artie was diagnosed with a brain tumour at three years old, his family would have to travel 150 miles there and back to the hospital for his trea...

Hassan’s story: Hassan’s sister shares his story in his memory after...

Hassan's sister, Sadia, shares his story in his memory after he sadly died of acute myeloid leukaemia at 20 years old

“We know you will be busy but children and young people with cancer can’t wa...

A week on from the election of the new UK Government, Young Lives vs Cancer reflects on what this General Election means for children and young people...

Ben’s Story: I opened up with their support. I’m gay with cancer

Ben was 22 when he was diagnosed with leukaemia. Six months earlier, Ben said he had come out with his sexuality and started a new life.