Paige and her Family Found Laughter and Friendship!
“This group respite was life-changing for our children! They were able to do the things they loved to do and had freedom to do it. We made lifetime friends and are so grateful.”
Kilah and Her Family Found Hope
“The look on my kids faces were priceless and we remembered what is was to smile and laugh again.”
the Cancer Journey
“Paige faced breast cancer in 2015 and then again in 2017. She worked full-time throughout her treatment and supported her family members through health problems. Financial strain mounted as out-of-pocket costs grew. She pushed herself to provide support and resources for her children’s extracurricular activities. Recently, Paige had to stop working and her income is no longer available. A vacation would help this family enjoy a respite from several years of stress” – Paige’s Social Worker
the Break From Cancer
Paige and her family took part in a very special respite experience offered by For Pete’s Sake each summer. This respite is a group respite that takes place in a camp setting – where almost a dozen of our families come together to take a break in the beauty of nature. During this trip, relationships are connected and family building activities occur.
Paige told FPS, “My caregiver smiled and laughed for real while on our respite! That hasn’t happened in a long time. My energy levels came and went but for the most part, I was happy to keep up with the activities.
My kids loved it, it was life-changing for them. They were able to do all the things they loved to do, and had the freedom to do it. We loved the trip and would go back in a heartbeat. We all made lifetime friends and are so grateful.”
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Our Travelers take a break from what life with cancer has become with doctor visits, surgery, tests and treatment. Through a unique gift of time together, they create priceless magical, memorable moments, experience immeasurable joy amidst devastating crisis, confront cancer hardships together and find emotional healing, hope and happiness during an uncertain and tumultuous time.
Give A Break From Cancer
Every donation helps. Give the gift of a a break from cancer by making a monthly or single donation to our program. Learn more about our donation options and other ways you can help.
Every donation helps. Give the gift of a a break from cancer by making a monthly or single donation to our program. Learn more about our donation options and other ways you can help.
FPS has been awarded a perfect score by Charity Navigator, a feat accomplished by less than one-tenth of one percent of charities! As the end of 2023 approaches, we encourage you to make your gift by December 31! By choosing to support FPS, you are not just donating to a charity; you can give with confidence and know that your donation will have a direct impact on the 795 people we plan to serve this year with over 76,000 hours of respite.