CANCER SUPPORT – TERMINAL ILLNESS – When Someone I love Has Cancer Social Story

Looking for a gentle, trauma-informed way to help children understand cancer when a loved one is diagnosed? When someone close to a child is going through cancer, it can be incredibly confusing and scary. Our supportive, child-friendly social narrative is designed to help children process what’s happening in an emotionally safe and age-appropriate way.

“When Someone I Love Has Cancer” uses calm, compassionate language and relatable visuals to help children understand cancer, what treatment might look like, and how to navigate the big emotions they may feel. It’s perfect for school counselors, play therapists, psychologists, social workers, parents, and caregivers.

What’s Included:

• Social Narrative – A beautifully written, trauma-informed story that explains cancer, treatments (like chemo and radiation), changes in appearance, and common emotional reactions in a way that children can understand.
• Supportive Letter to the Child – A gentle, validating message to comfort and encourage the child as they read or are read to.
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Realistic and age-appropriate questions children might ask, with answers to support their understanding and emotional well-being.
• Emotional Reassurance – Themes of courage, love, connection, and hope are woven throughout, helping children feel safe and seen.

Give your students or clients a compassionate tool to support their journey through a loved one’s cancer experience – with kindness, clarity, and care.

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