Your Path to Hope Resources

Written by Erin Gaffney I’ve been fortunate to serve as an ambassador for several organizations.  I joined the Executive Leadership Committee for the American Heart Association to raise awareness for heart disease.  I participated in …

Receiving a brain tumor diagnosis is a difficult moment for you or your loved one.

We know that talking to children or young people about a brain tumor diagnosis can feel extremely difficult and scary. Knowing what to say and how to say it isn’t easy, so we’ve put together some information to help guide and support these tricky conversations.It’s important to remember that there are a number of factors that will impact a child’s understanding and reaction to someone’s illness, including age, personality, and family circumstances.Explaining a brain tumor diagnosis to children requires careful consideration and age-appropriate language.

In the heart of Austin, Texas, lies a beacon of hope and support for families navigating the complexities of life-altering challenges. Wonders & Worries, a non-profit organization, has been steadfastly dedicated to providing free, professional support to children and teenagers during a parent’s serious illness or injury.  Their commitment to empowering families through difficult times has made them a cornerstone of support within the community.  At the core of Wonders & Worries mission is the belief that children should not face serious parental illness or injuries alone.

Written by Vaishali Palommella April 2020 – the infamous ‘COVID-19 lockdown’ was in full effect, and we found out we were pregnant with our second child, Sonya, due Dec 27th 2020! Luca just turned 1 …

Mitch’s wife, Allie, was diagnosed with a grade III anaplastic ependymoma brain tumor in 2016. He, along with Allie’s parents, fill the role of being her caregivers. As a caregiver, your focus is typically on …

When treating a patient, no matter their diagnosis, a doctor learns about the patient, but also their family and friends. Dr. Nick Avgeropoulos wants to know the answers to many questions, so that he feels …