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Support organization

Circle of Care

Circle of Care offers childhood-cancer families practical starter and celebration items, emergency assistance, peer and parent connection, hospital support, family and young-adult experiences, seasonal programs, an education award, bereavement help, and public resource guides. Eligibility varies by Connecticut residence or treatment connection and certain partner hospitals; families should confirm the relevant program with staff.

About this organization

Provides the family assistance described in the organization's verified program pages.

Circle of Care supports childhood-cancer families through practical, financial, peer, event, educational, survivorship, and bereavement programs.

Programs that may help

Practical Items And Home Help

Peer And Emotional Support

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Lifeline Peer Network

A buddy matched to you after a conversation about your child’s diagnosis, so you can connect with someone who understands.

Helps with: Peer And Emotional Support

Where: Local rules apply

Care team must start: No

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Camps And Retreats

Wishes And Family Experiences

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Thanksgathering

A Thanksgiving gathering, with holiday gift cards sent by mail if you are selected.

Helps with: Wishes And Family Experiences

Where: Local rules apply

Care team must start: No

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Scholarships And Survivorship

Household Bills And Cash Assistance

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Lifeline Emergency Funds

Help with living expenses and treatment travel, plus possible gas or grocery gift cards. The amount isn't published. Ask.

Helps with: Household Bills And Cash Assistance, Meals And Food, Travel And Transportation

Where: CT, MA, NY

Care team must start: Yes

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Guides and family resources

Guide

Oncologist FAQ

Circle of Care provides Oncologist FAQ as practical information or a referral aid for families navigating childhood cancer.

Topics: childhood cancer, Connecticut resources, family navigation

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Resource Directory

Purple Pages

Circle of Care provides Purple Pages as practical information or a referral aid for families navigating childhood cancer.

Topics: childhood cancer, Connecticut resources, family navigation

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Resource Directory

Resources for Parents

Circle of Care provides Resources for Parents as practical information or a referral aid for families navigating childhood cancer.

Topics: childhood cancer, Connecticut resources, family navigation

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Official sources

Organization details were last verified Aug 24, 2026. Program availability can change.