It is an honour and a great joy to stand alongside an organisation that for 22 years has been bringing hope where it is needed most. Light of Hope helps children with serious illnesses and supports their families to help them through difficult times. Every day, the Light of Hope team strives to make life easier for young patients and their loved ones – and to bring them not only the help they need, but also a sense of safety, love and hope.
More than just help in sickness
Light of Hope is not just an organization, but a real light for families who find themselves in the most difficult of times. In addition to the necessary help during treatment, it provides support through a whole team of professionals that include psychologists, therapeutic educators, social workers and physiotherapists. They are all there to make the children and their families feel less alone and feel that they are not alone on this journey.
Projects that make a real difference
Light of Hope strives to help in all aspects of treatment, but also beyond. One of the most valuable projects is the transport service that takes children safely to examinations or hospitalizations and back home, either within Slovakia or abroad if treatment requires it. In families where children are hospitalized, Light of Hope offers free accommodation right next to the hospital so that parents can be with their children.
For children who are being treated in the hospital, canister therapy is also available – meetings with therapy dogs that bring smiles and distraction even during difficult days. In addition, Light of Hope also runs a children’s mobile hospice, which allows children with terminal illnesses to spend time at home with their families, with professional care and in an environment where they feel safe.
Light of Hope thinks of whole families even after the treatment or loss of a child. It organises retreats and trips where children and their loved ones can relax and forget their worries for a while. It also offers meetings for families who have lost a child, so that they can offer support and comfort to each other in the company of people with similar experiences.
We are part of a story full of love and courage
We believe that every child deserves hope and support, especially in the most difficult times. That’s why we decided to join those who believe in the mission of Light of Hope. Together, we can create a safe and kind environment for the littlest warriors and their families. Our support of Light of Hope is a way to help ensure that children and their families feel they are not alone on this journey all the time.
For us, the light of hope means hope, care and true kindness. Together, we can bring light where it is needed most.
If you would like to know more about the work of Light of Hope or to join in helping, visit their website at www.svetielkonadeje.sk. We are grateful to be a part of it and believe that together we can change the world for the most precious children who need our support and love.
