In the Southeast, Summer Dayz Meant Summer Fun

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Summer Dayz extends Chai Lifeline Southeast’s recreational and social programming for children through the summer months.

One of the quandaries that Chai Lifeline faces annually is how to give the love, acceptance, and confidence that children find at Chai Lifeline throughout the year to kids during the summer months. Last year, Chai Lifeline Southeast, the regional branch of the international children’s health support organization, created the ultimate fix for them: Summer Dayz. read full story →

Happy Coincidence is a Lifeline for West Coast Family

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Rakhel and her son meet their benefactors in Los Angeles.

A very happy Chai Lifeline family met their benefactors, a couple who no longer needed their car, this summer in Los Angeles.

“Most charities talk about helping more than they actually help, but Chai Lifeline has been a true lifeline for us.” read full story →

Hundreds of cyclists raised millions of dollars to fund Chai Lifeline's year-round activities at this year's Bike4Chai and Tour de Simcha bicycling events.

BIKE4CHAI, TOUR DE SIMCHA TAKE CYCLING TO THE NEXT LEVEL FOR OUR CHILDREN

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Hundreds of cyclists raised millions of dollars to fund Chai Lifeline’s year-round services at Bike4Chai and Tour de Simcha.

Over 700 cyclists put cleats to pedals to raise money for Chai Lifeline’s children and families in two separate events this summer. read full story →

Camp Simcha Works Its Magic for 440 Campers

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Camp Simcha was turned into a Magic Kingdom this summer.

It’s always enchanting to watch the buses pull in to Camp Simcha. Four times a summer, children alight into the waiting arms of counselors, go through a purple arch and emerge into a world where illness recedes and fun awaits. read full story →

Triumphant Tour De Simcha Cycles Into Camp Simcha Special

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

The Tour De Simcha entry to camp was led by two CSS cyclists.

The road from Vernon, NJ to Glen Spey, NY was dotted with pink last week when 219 women cycled their way from the Minerals Spa and Resort to Camp Simcha Special as part of the 2017 Tour de Simcha. read full story →

“Just Keep Trying” Adaptive Athlete Tells Camp Simcha Special Girls

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Adaptive athlete Lindsay Hilton had a clear message for the girls of Camp Simcha Special: “Just try.”

Lindsay Hilton was born without lower limbs on her legs or arms, but that hasn’t stopped her from becoming a CrossFit sensation, company spokesperson, and award-winning adaptive athlete. This summer, she added motivational speaker to her long list of accomplishments when she broke numerous barriers for the girls of Camp Simcha Special. read full story →

MID-ATLANTIC “ENTOURAGE” BRINGS YOUNG VOLUNTEERS TO JOHNS HOPKINS

Posted on July 11, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Entourage offers younger volunteers the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of peers living with illnesses.

A unique collaboration between Chai Lifeline Mid-Atlantic and Johns Hopkins Medical Center is integrating young volunteers into Chai Lifeline while creating exciting programs for children battling a number of medical conditions.

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Camp Simcha Girls Repeat the March of Hope

Posted on July 11, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Camp Simcha’s March of Hope gave 400 campers and staff a chance to celebrate life and survivorship.

A new generation of girls fighting cancer marched over the Brooklyn Bridge in a celebration of life, joy, and hope.

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Mothers’ Programs Offer Needed Respite, Care, Friendship

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Dedicated retreats and events help mothers weather the non-stop stress of parenting an ill child.*
*Photo for illustrative purposes only.

Faye R. was in a constant state of exhaustion. There simply weren’t enough hours in the day to care for a child with a chronic illness. When her daughter Rachel was well enough to go to school, the after-school hours brought an endless round of physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Medications and special food requirements took hours to fulfill. Illness meant trips to the doctor or even hospitalization. Rachel’s three siblings needed attention and care, too.

“After a while, I didn’t even have words to describe it anymore,” she lamented. read full story →

Paws of Love Helps Children Emerge From Their Shells

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Chai Lifeline

Interacting with pets has physical and emotional benefits for children with illnesses.*
*Photo used for illustrative purposes only.

In the spring of 2016, Eli was diagnosed with a serious chronic disorder. As the realities of his new life, one where he would be more restricted in his movement, sunk in, he became more withdrawn. Concerned, they confided their worries to their Chai Lifeline West Coast case manager. read full story →