It’s the Chai Birthday for the Hartman Family Foundation Wish at the Wall, Chai Lifeline’s celebration of life for teens who have either completed treatment for cancer or who are living with serious chronic illnesses or disabilities.
This year Wish at the Wall will bring 14 chronically ill teens to Israel. Each participant is invited to share the journey with a parent. read full story
It’s not just the big things about Chai Lifeline. It’s the little things also.
When my daughter was in treatment, we were in the (pediatric oncology) clinic every single every other week for two years. She stopped talking. She stopped walking. read full story
The Annual LH Financial Winter Retreat is often called “the weekend that people wait for all year.” This year’s event, held at the beautiful Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel in Asbury Park, lived up to its reputation.
Chai Lifeline’s professional staff had seen to every detail. read full story
Three years ago, Chai Lifeline’s leadership undertook a major capital project: the renewal of Camp Simcha’s residential campus. Though daunting, the project was much needed. Camp Simcha’s bunks were no longer adequate for the increasing numbers of campers who needed bulky medical devices and motorized wheelchairs. read full story
More than 1,300 friends and supporters of Chai Lifeline crowded into the Marriott Marquis’ Grand Ballroom earlier this month to be inspired by the organization’s work and those who make it possible. read full story
The story of Chanukah is a tale of how a small number of people can change the lives of a geometrically expanding group. And in many ways, that is also the story of Chai Lifeline’s Chanukah programs: within a few weeks, they have impacted the lives of 10,000 children and their families around the world, bringing light to lives that have been darkened by the presence of illness, loss, or trauma. read full story
From the moment you wake up until the time you rest your head upon your pillow at night, your day is filled with the responsibilities of caring for your sick kid (or sick children!), and their brothers and sisters. Treatment, therapy, medical appointments, or school issues, not to mention the day to day necessities of taking care of a home and making a living. As you haul that last load of laundry up the stairs or fall into bed at night, you find yourself wondering, “When is it time for ME?”
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We welcome this contribution from Deanna Power of Social Security Disability Help. Please note that we cannot answer any questions about specific situations. Please address all questions about eligibility or how to apply to help@disability-benefits-help.org.
It is almost a law of nature that a child’s illness impacts a family’s income. Medical bills, time off from work, extra housekeeping or childcare needs add up quickly. SSI (Supplemental Security Income), a program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) provides some relief for families through monthly financial assistance to parents of children with life-threatening or severe chronic illnesses.
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