Join ABC13 and Candlelighters on Saturday, Sept. 9 as we walk to raise awareness and funds to support young cancer patients and their families.
Andrew was only 3 years old when he was diagnosed with cancer. His mom said Candlelighters helped bring her family hope in the midst of so many fears and questions in the Texas Medical Center.A childhood cancer diagnosis can be life changing, but with your help, families facing this reality in Houston don't have to do it alone.has served the needs of parents and children in the Texas Medical Center at every stage of their journey.on Saturday, Sept. 9 at Terry Hershey Park.
In addition to covering parking, which costs $19 a day in the medical center, the nonprofit also provides meals for caregivers, gas cards, and emotional support programs year around.His mother said she didn't even know what kind of help she needed in the midst of that frightening moment. From providing information and resources, to organizing fun events for children and their families, Jami Mathis said Candlelighters was there to bring hope in a difficult situation.
"The Fun Walk is Candlelighter's largest community event, and we really call it our mission in motion," Tarpinian said. "It's just a really fun, great family day."
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