Written by a parent, not a doctor. Nothing here is medical advice.
Support organization
The pediatric-services umbrella describes many distinct family supports, but key public pages and program details are dated and do not publish a reliable 2026 intake status for every branch. Families should call 787-725-0233 to confirm eligibility, schedule, capacity, and the correct request path before relying on a service.
Reduces the burden of cancer in Puerto Rico through patient services, education, advocacy, and support.
Puerto Rico cancer organization providing pediatric lodging, financial and patient support, scholarships, education, camp, recreation, youth/caregiver groups, ballet, tutoring, and Spanish resources.
A temporary stay near treatment with transport to cancer care, laundry, a kitchen and dining area, playroom, library, computers, and covered parking.
Helps with: Lodging Near Treatment, Meals And Food, Travel And Transportation
Where: Local rules apply
Care team must start: No
Ballet classes for patients, survivors, and sisters. Ask about lesson details.
Helps with: Wishes And Family Experiences
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
Recreational activities and family experiences for pediatric-cancer participants.
Helps with: Wishes And Family Experiences
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
A camp experience for children affected by cancer. Ask about activities and cost.
Helps with: Camps And Retreats
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
English and mathematics tutoring. Ask about lesson times and cost.
Helps with: School And Learning
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
A group for patients, survivors, and siblings to connect and share activities.
Helps with: Peer And Emotional Support, Wishes And Family Experiences
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
Caregiver support and connection group.
Helps with: Peer And Emotional Support
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
Case-by-case financial help during childhood cancer. The amount isn’t published. Ask.
Helps with: Household Bills And Cash Assistance, Medical And Insurance Costs, Travel And Transportation
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
Practical guidance to help you find your way through pediatric cancer care.
Helps with: Navigation Guides And Advocacy
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
A scholarship to prepare for study after high school. The amount isn't published. Ask.
Helps with: Scholarships And Survivorship, School And Learning
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
Help with school, life skills, and personal achievements after childhood cancer. Ask what is included.
Helps with: Scholarships And Survivorship, School And Learning
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
A university scholarship for students affected by childhood cancer. The amount isn't published. Ask.
Helps with: Scholarships And Survivorship, School And Learning
Where: PR
Care team must start: No
Guide
Official Puerto Rico guide to legal rights of cancer patients and survivors; verify current law and edition before relying on it.
Topics: childhood cancer, family education, patient rights
Educational Toolkit
Spanish American Cancer Society childhood-cancer information hub.
Topics: childhood cancer, family education, patient rights
Video
Two-part Spanish video resource for pediatric-cancer families.
Topics: childhood cancer, family education, patient rights
Patient Support Material
Spanish-language pediatric cancer books and family materials listed by the organization.
Topics: childhood cancer, family education, patient rights
Organization details were last verified Aug 24, 2026. Program availability can change.
