SOCIAL SUPPORT · ASIA

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Organizations and programs that may help families affected by childhood cancer with accommodation, transportation, education, family services, community programs, and other everyday needs.

SOCIAL RESOURCES

Support for families.

The organizations below support children and young people with cancer and their families in different parts of Asia. Services and eligibility vary by location, so always check the organization's official website for current information.

01

Shine On! Kids

Supports children with cancer and other serious illnesses and their families through hospital-based programs, activities, play, and programs that help children maintain connection and confidence during long-term treatment.

Japan
02

Korea Childhood Leukemia Foundation

Provides social services for children with cancer and their families, including temporary accommodation through shelters, family support centers, activities, practical assistance, and programs that help children return to everyday life.

South Korea
03

Access Life Assistance Foundation

Provides children undergoing cancer treatment and their caregivers with free accommodation, nutritious meals, transportation to hospitals, education, recreation, and practical support while families are away from home.

India
04

LOVE, NILS

Provides social and community support for children with cancer and their caregivers, helping families navigate childhood cancer through practical guidance, community connection, activities, and family-focused programs.

Singapore
05

Sarawak Children's Cancer Society

Supports children with cancer and their families with halfway-home accommodation, food, transportation, educational support, recreational activities, and help connecting families with useful community resources.

Malaysia
06

Kythe Foundation

Supports children with cancer and other chronic illnesses and their families through Child Life services, play, education, family activities, hospital-based programs, and services that help children cope with treatment.

Philippines
07

YKAKI

Helps children with cancer and their families through Rumah Kita temporary housing, transportation to hospitals, educational programs, learning and play facilities, and other support during long-term treatment.

Indonesia
08

Childhood Cancer Foundation of R.O.C.

Supports children with cancer and their families through hospital and home visits, family guidance, access to welfare resources, educational support, family activities, and connections to community services.

Taiwan
09

Children's Cancer Foundation Hong Kong

Provides family-oriented services from diagnosis through recovery, including family programs, community activities, support groups, child-focused services, follow-up care, and assistance for children and caregivers.

Hong Kong
10

ASHIC Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Supports children with cancer and their families through a Home Away from Home shelter for families travelling for treatment, parent support, family services, play programs, and practical resources during treatment.

Bangladesh
11

Childhood Cancer Care Foundation

Supports children with cancer and their families through family services, hospital-school programs, educational continuity, therapeutic activities, community events, and practical guidance during treatment.

Pakistan
12

Sanad Children's Cancer Support Association

Supports children with cancer and their families through social and accommodation services, family programs, educational activities, child-focused services, and assistance designed to reduce the social impact of treatment.

Saudi Arabia
BEFORE REACHING OUT

A note about social support

Social services, eligibility requirements, referral procedures, and program availability vary widely across Asia. Some organizations work with specific hospitals, cities, or healthcare systems. Visit the organization's official website or speak with your child's healthcare or social-work team to confirm which services are currently available to your family.

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You don't have to navigate this alone.

A child's healthcare team, hospital social worker, or local childhood cancer organization can also help connect your family with housing, transportation, education, family programs, and community resources.