Archives: Stories
Lucy’s story: A letter to my sister
Lucy's younger sister Sophie was diagnosed with anaplastic rhabdomyosarcoma, a very rare cancer, in 2020. As part of Siblings Day, Lucy shares her feelings in a letter to Sophie.
Neepy’s story: “We cried so much holding her tight to us till the very end”
After being diagnosed with Ewing's Sarcoma in May 2018, Neepy sadly died in July 2020 at home with her family
George’s story: “It was very difficult to receive the news I had relapsed alone”
George, 20, was on his own when he heard the news his oesophageal cancer had returned and that he would need further treatment.
Shauna’s story: “I wanted my mum with me – I’ve never felt so alone and scared in my life”
At just 22 years old, Shauna faced the news she had womb cancer without a hand to hold; she also underwent life-changing surgery, alone.
Daniela’s story: “I realised all that minor stuff in life really doesn’t matter”
Daniela, 21 was diagnosed with cancer in August 2020 and talks about how friendship and gratitude helped her through her cancer journey.
Stefan’s story: “You never know how strong you are, until being strong is the only choice you have”
Stefan, 23 was diagnosed with cancer last August, during the pandemic, and talks about finding strength and staying positive throughout his treatment.
Grace’s story: “The first chemo day was when it sunk in”
Grace, 21 was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma after finding a lump on the side of her neck. She talks about what got her through her toughest times.
Jane’s World Cancer Day story – “I still don’t know where that strength came from but as Josh’s Mum I had to protect him and there was no other choice”
Jane’s son Josh was three years old when he was diagnosed with cancer, and ahead of World Cancer Day she’s been reflecting on finding strength during the most difficult times.
Foxs story: “Cancer doesn’t care what day of the week it is”
Fox was diagnosed on Christmas Day last year, after his Mum noticed red spots on the backs of his legs
Isla’s story: “All that matters for us is that all four of us are together because last year we were in hospital”
Isla spent Christmas in hospital last year but her family were able to spend the day together at a nearby CLIC Sargent Home from Home
