Bright Spot Network

Our Bright Reads program provides free books on cancer, big emotion, grief, and loss. Ok, these books are great. But what if we made them even better? Enter our new resource: discussion and activity guides to accompany our Bright Reads books.buff.ly/3smHNDx

New blog 💛 Telling My Kids About My Cancer: Remembering the Moment by Natalie Grubbs. She recounts getting the news, telling her family, and resources to help parents in a similar situation. buff.ly/43K2O8p

We’re halfway through the summer. We want to know: What’s your favorite thing you did this summer?

Join us for Bright Club and Bright Circle! In August 12 both groups will engage in activities about change and transition. buff.ly/3GG56gC

Learn how to advocate for yourself with your #HealthCare team, at work, when applying for benefits, & more at @TriageCancer’s FREE webinar on 7/26: buff.ly/3rZVLWx #CancerRights #TriageTalks #WorkAndCancer

Bright Spot Network's offices will be closed all of this week!🧡

Happy July! Join us for our monthly support groups this month! We have an abbreviated schedule this July! buff.ly/3IC2H56

Parenting is hard enough. Parenting with cancer can feel impossible. These affirmations are here to remind you that not only are you enough, but you are doing great.

Join us for Bright Club and Bright Circle! These groups build essential connections for kids, as well as teach coping skills, promote creative expression, and foster confidence. In July both groups will explore camping and Wish Upon a Star themes. buff.ly/3GG56gC

Did you know that we have a private Facebook group for survivors? If you are a parent with cancer or a survivor looking for a supportive community, we hope that you’ll join the conversation! buff.ly/3PrRs5B

New blog post: Getting Through Cancer Treatment with a Toddler by Jamie Halverson. From story time to low energy activities, Jamie shares some helpful tips to lessen the load of parenting with cancer. buff.ly/468IEax

Bright Spot Network is pleased to partner with @CancerandCareer on their virtual National Conference on Work & Cancer on June 23. For more info & to register: buff.ly/2Nk2rvw #CACconf

Elephants and Tea and Bright Spot Network are teaming up to bring you Heart and Pen: A Writing Prompt Series for Parents with Cancer. Register here: buff.ly/461CYyP

When dealing with cancer treatments, you may wish you had the time, especially the energy, to help your kids learn, have fun, and connect. Bright Box is free and provides everything you need to give your kids a fantastic activity: buff.ly/33aTFMS

As so many parents are navigating life with cancer at home, we know parents are always looking for new ways to have their kids make connections. Introducing Bright Spot Network’s Summer Pen Pals program! Read more about the program in our new blog post: buff.ly/3CcnCdh

Join us for Bright Club and Bright Circle!In June, groups will focus on identifying support people, and Bright Club will incorporate the movie Big Hero 6. Sign up: buff.ly/3GG56gC

“It's so important to me to say to other women facing a cancer diagnosis during their pregnancy that you are NOT alone; you CAN and WILL get through this.” Mandy Geyman wrote a beautiful blog post sharing her experience. buff.ly/3yMS8bh

Calling all kids who have a parent with cancer! We’re thrilled to announce our new program: Summer Pen Pals! You can stay in touch with friends across the country who understand what it's like to have a mom, dad or guardian with cancer. Sign up: buff.ly/3MRKyox

We love getting notes like these 🧡 It can be hard to ask for help… especially with so much going on. At Bright Spot Network, we’re here for you and we’re excited to share that we’re accepting Bright Grant applications again. Apply today: buff.ly/31Pvwux

Meet @jasperhealthinc our new partner. Access personalized cancer care support, organize to-dos and appointments, and track medications and symptoms—all on Jasper’s digital platform: buff.ly/3VYDMQu