Reading “Between the Lions”

05/Feb/2010

A FRIENDLY VISIT: Christopher's Haven resident Andrew, a sibling of an MGHfC patient, scratches Cleo's chin.

The two lions who made an appearance at Christopher's Haven in the West End Jan. 14 were more of the friendly than fierce variety.

For more, see http://www.massgeneral.org/about/newsarticle.aspx?id=2077

The Hall family

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The Hall family

Picture of The Hall family (Mom -JT, Dad, Mike, Nick 12, Robin 6) - staying at CH. We got them game tickets, batting practice and on field tour with "meet the players" as well!

We welcome our 80th family

Recently, Christopher's Haven marked a milestone, hosting its 80th family.

http://www.massgeneral.org/about/newsarticle.aspx?id=1969

Wrestling with cancer

Mt. Ararat eighth-grader Danny Ewing wrestled this winter despite monthly chemo sessions for cancer

By George Almasi, Times Record Staff,

TOPSHAM — The pain in his jaw was unbearable. And those braces? The kid just knew elastic bands put in his mouth were the root to his discomfort. Other kids must've felt the same pain, right?

Read the rest of the story here.

Christopher's Haven needs help to expand operations


By Carole LaMond/Gatehouse News Service
GHS
Posted Feb 17, 2008 @ 11:29 PM
WAYLAND —

Christopher's Haven, a home away from home for families whose children are undergoing cancer treatment, hit a home run with the support of a Red Sox player-sponsored charitable foundation last September.

Photos from the OYFP Boston Bowling event

Here are some photos from the On Your Feet Project Boston Strikes for Shelter bowling event on February 19.

James McElroy RINGING THE BELL!!

When adults and children complete their proton radiation treatment at MassGeneral Hospital they ring the bell in the waiting area in celebration. Here 20 year old Christopher's Haven guest James McElroy gives the bell a big ring!

Donate DVDs

Click here for information about donating DVDs to support Christopher's Haven and Jake Kallarackal's Eagle Scout project.

At the Turn of 2009

It's amazing how Christopher's Haven has grown.  Here are photos of some of the families that are staying with us at the start of 2009.

Saturday Night Gala

Hi All,

Thanks so much to all who came to the Fairmont Copley on Saturday night or sent in support !!

We were over 400 strong and partied into the wee hours..Kevin and Enza were so excited about how we have grown so quickly!

Here's a link to the pictures from the night..
http://pa.photoshelter.com/c/mikeblan99/gallery-show/G0000KRdW4EfssAQ

We have hosted almost 50 families in the 2 years we have been open..

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