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Phone: 857 233 4178
1 Emerson Place, Suite 2N
Boston
Massachusetts 02114
United States
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TOP-RATED 2011
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Target demographics: Pediatric cancer patients from just months old through their late teens have stayed at Christopher's Haven with their families. Our guests come from across the US and around the world for treatment at the MassGeneral Hospital.

Direct beneficiaries per year: Direct benefiaries are the children and their families who are being treated at MassGeneral Hospital for cancer. Christopher's Haven enables families to focus on their child's treatment and not worry about where to stay and how to afford living in an expensive city.

Someone who had 3 hours of volunteer time could: Someone who has 3 hours to volunteer could support the families by helping the Family Services Manager manager weekly laundry distribution; help raise funds by sending notes to key donors; provide a meal for a group of families and host a game night or other activity.

Geographic areas served: US outside the Greater Boston area and global

Mission:
Christopher's Haven aims to make a tangible difference in the life of a child and his/her family being treated for cancer at the MassGeneral Hospital by providing a comfortable, fully furnished and equipped apartment during the average 6-8 weeks of outpatient cancer treatment stay away from home. Christopher's Haven offers a warm and supportive community for both kids and caregivers.
Results:
Since opening the first apartment in 2006, we have acquired 7 residential units and a community space for families. 2010 was the first year in full operation. We hosted 50 families in that year. We have hosted 135 families since opening.

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Anne Brogan
04/28/11
In my position handling the pediatric intake/access for treatment at the proton therapy center in Boston, I deal with incoming families whose children are coming for this type of therapy. These families travel to Boston from all corners of the world driven by the hope for cure. The average length ... more »
benjen28
04/20/11
My family stayed at Christopher's Haven almost 4 years ago when my son, Noah, received Proton Beam Radiation Treatments. We traveled from Northwest Indiana really arriving and not knowing how we were going to manage staying in Boston for 8 weeks. Christopher's Haven opened their arms and welcomed ... more »
warren b
04/20/11
I have been involved in many non-profits from creation through the organiztions maturity. The key has always been whether the charity's purpose is truly its driving force. The purpose of this organization is to assist kids with cancer and their families. All, from the founders to volunteers, ... more »
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