Noogieland™ is both a concept and a place where children and teens find that they are never alone with a cancer diagnosis. It is a place for children and teens that have a loved one with cancer, who have lost a loved one to cancer, or who have cancer themselves. The Noogieland™ Program makes sure that everyone in the family – mom, dad, brothers, and sisters – get the social and emotional support that they need.

In Noogieland™ children get a chance to play and laugh with other children who know what they are going through. They find healthy ways to express their emotions through art and play, as well as get the chance to share their “expertise” about cancer with other children. Children participate in weekly, monthly, and annual special events and celebrations.

Program Highlights:

• Noogie Nights- a group for children age 6-12 who have a loved one living with cancer.
• Grief Busters- a group for children age 6-12 who have lost a loved one to cancer.
• Teen Group- a group for teens who have been touched by cancer in any way.
• Gilda’s Gang- for children 6-17 who have had cancer or who are currently on treatment.
• SuperSibs!- siblings get the support that they need when their brother or sister has cancer.
• Noogiefest Halloween party- our largest children’s event.

Noogieland™ School Program

After being diagnosed with cancer themselves, or having a loved one with cancer, going back to school can be difficult for any child touched by cancer. Ask us about how we can help.