Time in the hospital means time away from school, friends and the life they knew. It becomes critical for these teens, who are facing the battle of their lives, to maintain a sense of connection to their family, friends, and lifestyle in order to battle their treatments with a solid frame of mind, courage, and determination.
Our Teen 'Welcome' Kit Program is designed to support hospitalized teens, ages 13 and older, who are treated for cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. The backpack contains items that are useful and fun to meet their unique needs while in the hospital, or at home.
Our dedicated volunteers help assemble Teen Kits and handcraft Bandana Pillows for over 2,000 teenagers across the country every year! Since 2005, over 22,000 hospitalized teens and young adults have received one of these Teen 'Welcome' Kits!
Teen 'Welcome' Kits
Teen Kits include:
- Custom Nylon Victorious Backpack
- Custom Autograph Lumbar 'Bandana Pillow'
- What are you "Stronger Than"? T-shirt
- Fidget Novelties, and other 'Wish List' items
If you were one of the courageous teens that received a Teen Kit and Bandana Pillow, we hope it put a smile on your face! We would love to hear from you! Want to share your story with us? Email us at [email protected]g
If you are a Child Life Specialist or Hospital Development Officer with questions on how to get Teen Kits and Bandana Pillows to your hospital, please email us at [email protected]
For a listing of all Victorious 4 Teens Program Locations
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