App Detail » Spotlight Hope

App Description

This free App furthers our ability to support families during a Pediatric Cancer ordeal by providing parents with much-needed information, connection to resources, and inspiration. By quickly and efficiently being able to plug into local resources, families will ultimately be able to achieve better outcomes for the child with cancer ---whatever stage of diagnosis ---as well as parents, siblings, and extended family members.

From financial help to rides to the doctor, this app provides information on how to connect to 1000's of resources that exist to help families through a pediatric cancer ordeal. The app is location sensitive, so wherever you are, you can see the organizations and resources that are available to you nearby.
Zoom out, to expand your search to encompass the entire United States.

If your life has been touched by Pediatric Cancer in any way, either directly or indirectly; please use this FREE app to connect to the large community of supporters that are here to help your family and loved ones through this difficult time.

After logging into the app, click the "Resource Directory" Icon on the "Splash Page" to be taken directly to the directory.

Below is a list of Resource Categories:

• Books, DVDs, and Information
• Breakthroughs and Research
• Childhood Cancer Interest Organizations
• Family Guidance and Support
• Financial Help
• Fundraising and Community Support
• Hats and Wigs
• Hospice Care
• Hospitals
• Lodging
• Misc. Helpful Items and Services
• Parent to Parent Support
• Patient Advocacy
• Recreation and Camps
• Special Wishes and Gifts
• Wellness

Click a category that you are interested in, and a map populated with location markers of nearby organizations within that category will appear. Hover over the marker to see the name of the resource. Click the name to see a full description of the benefits and contact information. Most of the Resources include a click-2-call phone number as well as a link to their full website. To go to the website of a particular resource, just click on the small "world icon" in front of the word "website" within the listing.

You'll also be able to create notes, share information with others as well as recommend resources to be added to the directory. Other helpful features can be found under the "Main Menu" tab. Be sure to browse all the pages under the Main Menu section for additional information.

The mobile app is one of the programs provided by BraveHearts for Kids to support families touched by Pediatric Cancer. It is the cumulative result of years of learning and sharing among the Pediatric Cancer community and also features children that have survived against the odds. Our goal is to pass along the knowledge and wisdom gained from living through a Pediatric Cancer ordeal to others that are on that journey now. We hope the app will provide a beacon of hope ---Full of practical real-world advice for families still fighting their own battle with childhood cancer.

If your life has been touched by Pediatric Cancer in any way, either directly or indirectly; please download this free app and start connecting to a wonderful community filled with organizations dedicated to making the journey of pediatric cancer treatment more bearable for kids of all ages and their loved ones.

Our Hearts are with you,

All of us at BraveHearts for Kids
www.BraveHeartsforKids.org

App Changes

• November 19, 2018 Initial release