FOR FAMILIES FACING CHILDHOOD CANCER
WE'RE HERE FOR WHAT COMES NEXT
Established 2015
A supportive community for parents navigating childhood cancer and grief. You don't have to go through it alone.
Rest and recovery breaks for families who need time to breathe, reconnect and find a moment of peace
With a variety of support, we're here for Dorset families affected by childhood cancer.
She could not be more excited at the prospect of being able to go swimming... Activity in the pool will be a significant benefit for her as she tries to improve her strength... It is an amazing thing you do, this niche service you offer is so. powerful to children and their families
Your support can make a real difference
£5 can help us bring a little extra comfort this Christmas
£75 could provide a supermarket voucher
£350 could fund a made to measure dry suit
£400 could provide a family with a break to Isabels Retreat
Isabel’s story is the reason The Isabel Baker Foundation exists. Diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukaemia at just 22 days old, Isabel spent much of her short life undergoing intensive treatment and clinical trials. Despite everything she faced, she always had a smile on her face.
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Through our own experience, we saw first-hand how deeply childhood cancer impacts a family. Today, Isabel’s legacy lives on through the support we provide, helping families feel less alone and creating moments of comfort, connection and normality during the hardest times.
In their words...
Mum
Vouchers from The Isabel Baker Foundation have been a lifeline. My toddler is due to have major surgery for scoliosis, which is secondary to the cancerous tumour in her spinal cord, and the food vouchers I was kindly given have been a massive worry off my mind.
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Since my toddler was diagnosed I've been unable to work, and money is tight, and having spare to feed myself while she's in hospital was such a worry, until my Young Lives Vs Cancer social worker, Sarah, kindly nominated me for the food vouchers So thank you so much
Social Worker
I cannot put into words the difference that this amazing charity has made to one of the children whom I am working with. She has been on treatment for a number of years and had sadly relapsed. She was due to go on her first school residential trip and was upset that she wouldn't be able to take part in the water-based activities due to her Hickman line. She has missed out so much over the years, which has had a huge emotional impact to her. I luckily came across this charity who were so helpful & firendly and able to turn around getting the drysuit in record time. Meaning that she was able to take part in all the activities, make special memories with her friends & have a wonderful time and most importantly not to feel left out - we cannot thank you enough
Mum
When I was told I could receive some Asda vouchers from The Isabel Baker Foundation I was thrilled, it is amazing to get this help and support when you're going through such a difficult time. The vouchers will be really helpful in allowing me to do a grocery shop with a few added treats for my 12 year old son who has had Osteosarcoma. Support like this is greatly appreciated, the foundation is doing a fantastic job for families who may be struggling with the simple chores of a weekly shop, when you are caring for your poorly child life changes dramatically so I am truly grateful, thank you.
Mum
We really appreciate this opportunity to get her back in the water and having a sense of liberation from her central line.
The dry suit is going to be transformational for her, as she misses not being able to be in the water
Social Worker
Can I just reiterate how amazing you are in supporting the children, as having these suits will mean that the three children I have referred will be able to access hydrotherapy at a local hospice.
Social Worker
The vouchers make a huge difference to families when things feel so out of control and finances are often hit, and routine and normality are no longer within reach.
