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19Mar2013

Service Project for Kids: Delivering Chemo Care Packages

by Sheila @ Pennies of Time in Help Those with Cancer, Service Projects for Kids
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Note from Sheila: Since the publication of this article, over 1,200 Chemo Care Kits have been donated across the world by families, community groups, and scout troops. That goodness has been done by YOU! Thank you! Thank you for helping the kids in your world learn to be kind to others and thank you for making these kids. Your efforts are worth it!
When I told the nurse what we were doing, she smiled big.  Then she started tearing up and, with her voice choked up, asked quietly,”You want to leave these for the patients?”
As I saw her fighting back the tears, I almost forgot to answer her question.  I had not anticipated that reaction from her.
We were delivering our Chemo Care Packages that we made during a previous “Penny of Time” to a local oncology center.  (Packages filled with helpful items for those going through chemotherapy.  Post on Making Chemo Care Packages)
Just a mom and two small boys overloaded with striped, crinkly packages crowded into her small open window in the waiting room.  The TV in the room was blasting away.  The room was very crowded but extremely quiet for the number of people there, waiting.
Even though the boys had practiced what to say before we arrived, they become shy, overwhelmed with the needs they saw around us, and asked me to explain it all to her.
She gathered our names and the fact that we were donating in honor of a family member who has cancer; she smiled widely and quietly expressed her thanks.  In the end, we went out the door quickly so she could take care of the line that formed behind us.
This adventure was the quickest one for us, yet.  For me, though, it was one of the most meaningful.  I am not sure what kind of day that nurse was having.  You really never can predict how your actions will affect others.  You cannot predict how your behavior will affect those witnessing your actions.
I am not sure why our chemo care bags brought out such an emotional response for her.  But, it will stay with me.  Although we complete a “penny of time” each day to help teach our kids, it is teaching us, teaching me, as well.
Of all the things that I do with my children, serving with them, involving them in serving others—those are the experiences that I am finding that I enjoy and cherish the most.  Teach children to serve.
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Sheila @ Pennies of TimePost author

Sheila brings to life acts of kindness and service projects that kids can do. In her daily adventures of serving with her young boys, she has witnessed the awesome things that happen when kids serve others. She earned her BS in special education from The University of Texas at Austin and a master's degree in education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She has taught in a variety of settings from a classroom in small town Texas to a psychiatric unit in Chicago.

11 Comments on “Service Project for Kids: Delivering Chemo Care Packages”

  1. Megan @ CoffeeCupsandCrayons March 19, 2013 at 12:45 am

    That is fantastic! I can't wait to read all about the things you've done!

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    1. Pennies of Time March 19, 2013 at 1:42 am

      So impressed at the "Kids for Kindness" focus that you have going! Great stuff to each all of our kids!

      Reply
  2. Anonymous April 15, 2013 at 2:46 pm

    What did the kids include in the package? Would love to do this w/ my kids.

    Reply
  3. Karen June 10, 2013 at 5:07 pm

    Oncology nurses are the best. The receptionists at my oncology office have huge hearts also. I have seen them cry after calling to remind a patient of an appointment and finding out they had passed away. It is not a journey I ever wished to be on, but they sure have made it easier. Karen in Tn

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    1. Pennies of Time June 13, 2013 at 5:18 pm

      Karen, after reading your comment, we have been talking about how to show special care to oncology nurses. Thanks for your inspiration!

      Reply
  4. Lissa September 30, 2013 at 12:03 pm

    Thank you Karen…..I was truly meant to see your blog…..I am a mother of four who is trying to instill giving to others….and with having a family member in stage four cancer…..this is the best idea ever. I will be posting my results. Thank you again.<br />Melissa

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    1. Pennies of Time October 22, 2013 at 3:51 am

      Lissa, I would love to hear your results. Making these kits has really helped my boys understand what their grandfather is going through . . . which is even hard for adults to understand. Thanks for coming by!

      Reply
  5. kitsune13 October 12, 2013 at 11:32 am

    I think this is an amazing idea. I am wanting to create a &quot;kid friendly&quot; version of this and take it to my local children&#39;s hospital oncology clinic. Thank you for the inspiration.

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    1. Pennies of Time October 22, 2013 at 3:53 am

      You and I totally are on the same wave length!! I have a &quot;kid friendly&quot; version that we are sharing with several oncology nurses to get feedback. So far, they really like what is in them. I hope to get some made and to the local hospitals soon.

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  6. Erika November 17, 2013 at 12:26 am

    Oncology nurses are truly very special, empathetic, and caring people. They get emotional because they see the strength waning in the people that come through the doors. They&#39;d know that some people have a great support system, but others are alone. <br /><br />I received chemo while I was pregnant with my daughter, almost 4 years ago. My son was a little less than 2 when she was born. Even

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    1. Pennies of Time November 17, 2013 at 3:50 pm

      Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Erika! Congrats on beating the odds of the situation and being able to manage cancer and a pregnancy at the same time! I am glad to have your insights here. From what I understand, chemo can affect people differently—So, it is great to have your feedback and your story. I will definitely be adding in your suggestions to the next update. We are

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