Research
A Mixed-Methods Study of the Experiences and Impact of the Nankind Programing for Families Living with Cancer
Purpose
Managing a chronic illness can be particularly daunting for parents with young children, who must balance the demands of living with illness alongside their family’s needs. Existing research has touched on the experiences of young families living with cancer, yet there remains a gap in understanding their specific support needs, especially regarding childcare. This mixed-methods study evaluated the impact of Nankind’s support programs on these families.
Authors: Dr. Cheryl Pritlove, Dr. Jackie Bender, Mathankki Ramasamy, and Logan Meyers
Published: April 1, 2024
“You really need a whole community”: a qualitative study of mothers’ need for and experiences with childcare support during cancer treatment and recovery
Purpose
A cancer diagnosis poses unique challenges for moms with young children who must balance illness-management alongside existing paid (e.g., employment) and unpaid (e.g., domestic/caregiving) work. The goal of this study was to improve understanding of the support needs of mothers living with cancer and their experiences receiving psychosocial and childcare support from a community organization, the Nanny Angel Network (now Nankind).
Authors: Cheryl Pritlove, Lisa V. Dias
Published: October 7th, 2022
User survey of Nanny Angel Network, a free childcare service for mothers with cancer
Purpose
The purpose of the present study was to determine user satisfaction with Nanny Angel Network (now Nankind), a free childcare service for mothers undergoing cancer treatment.
Authors: L. Cohen BA, N. Schwartz BSc, A. Guth MMSc, A. Kiss PhD, E. Warner MD MSc
Published: August 24th, 2017