--- title: The Valerie Fund Blog | hematology description: hematology | --- [![The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/img-logo.png?width=138&height=230&name=img-logo.png "The Valerie Fund")](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/) - [About Us](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/) - [**About Us**](http://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/) - [Mission](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/) - [History](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/our-history/) - [Impact](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/impact/) - [Leadership](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/board/) - [Junior Board](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/our-sponsors/) - [Our Sponsors](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/financials/) - [Financials](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/financials/) - [News](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/news/) - [Blogs](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/) - [Videos](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/videos/) - [Online Newsletters](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/newsletters/) - [Contact Us](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/contacts/) - [What We Do](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/) - [**What We Do**](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/) - [Our Centers](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/our-centers/) - [Our Programs](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/programs-services/) - [Beyond Our Centers](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/beyond-our-centers/) - [Camp Happy Times](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/camp-happy-times/) - [TVF Scholarship](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/tvf-scholarship/) - [Staff Stories](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/staff-stories/) - [Meet Our Valerie Fund Kids](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/meet-our-kids/) - [You Can Help](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/) - [**You Can Help**](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/) - [Donate](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/donations/hope-and-healing.php) - [Volunteer](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/volunteer/) - [Green Light Initiative](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/green-light-initiative/) - [Events and Campaigns](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/) - [Kids Helping Kids](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/kids-helping-kids/) - [In Lieu of Presents](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/in-lieu-of-presents/) - [Gift Shop](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/store/) - [Events & Campaigns](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/) - [**All Events & Campaigns**](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/) - [Signature Events](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/signature-events/) - [Community Events](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/community-events/) - [Campaigns](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/campaigns/) - [Past Events](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/past-events/) - [Get Inspired](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/get-inspired/) - [For Patients & Families](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/) - [**For Patients and Families**](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/) - [Our Centers](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/our-centers/) - [Our Programs](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/programs-services/) - [Beyond Our Centers](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/beyond-our-centers/) - [Camp Happy Times](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/camp-happy-times/) - [TVF Scholarship](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/tvf-scholarship/) - [Other Scholarships](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/tvf-scholarship/other-scholarships/) - [Flashes of Hope](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/flashes-of-hope/) - [Mom2Mom Hotline](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/mom2mom/) - [News](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/news/) - [Contact](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/contacts/) - [Volunteer](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/volunteer/) ### When Valerie Goldstein lost her battle to cancer at the age of 9, her parents Ed and Sue vowed to help families in similar situations gain easier access to more customized care. [All About the Fund](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/) ![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/valerie.png) ![valerie.png](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/valerie.png?width=368&name=valerie.png "valerie.png") ### The Valerie Fund supports comprehensive health care services focusing on psychosocial programs for children with cancer and blood disorders close to home. 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[Ways to Help](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/) ![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.02.22%20AM.png) ![Screen Shot 2017-09-05 at 11.02.22 AM.png](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.02.22%20AM.png?width=370&name=Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.02.22%20AM.png "Screen Shot 2017-09-05 at 11.02.22 AM.png") ### Our Annual Walk Event Donate or Join a Team [Visit the Walk](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/walk) ### Our unique blend of medical care and emotional counseling gives patients and their families the supportive environment they need during treatment and beyond. [Learn More](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/) ### Our Centers - [Children's Hospital of Phila/Voorhees](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/childrens-hospital-philavoorhees) - [Columbia University Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/columbia-university-medical-center) - [Monmouth Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/monmouth-medical-center) - [Morristown Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/morristown-medical-center) - [Newark Beth Israel Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/newark-beth-israel-medical-center) - [Overlook Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/overlook-medical-center) - [St. Joseph's Children Hospital](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/st.-josephs-children-hospital) ## Supporting children with cancer and blood disorders since 1976 [![Donate](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1822020/f5fd0642-8c84-439d-b936-77fbecbe7166.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1822020/f5fd0642-8c84-439d-b936-77fbecbe7166) # The Valerie Fund Blog   ## [Getting the Most Out of Summer Even With Sickle Cell](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell-0) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 06/14/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20SCD%20in%20Summer.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell-0) Summer should be about fun and having a good time for kids. They get a break from their routine and schoolwork and can finally relax - enjoy being a kid! However, for those kids battling sickle cell disease, summer brings with it certain risks. We want to share some tips on how to maximize your child's summer enjoyment without risking their health, a possible pain episode, or injury.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell-0) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell-0#comments-listing) Topics: [moms](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/moms), [sickle cell](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/sickle-cell), [caregivers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/caregivers), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients), [nutrition](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/nutrition) ## [Camp Happy Times Goes Virtual!](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/camp-happy-times-goes-virtual) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 07/22/20 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20CHT%20Goes%20Virtual.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/camp-happy-times-goes-virtual) 2020 will be a year of many firsts and The Valerie Fund's Camp Happy Times will follow suit. For the first time ever, Camp Happy Times is going virtual but that doesn't mean our kids are not going to get a robust and fun-filled experience with the fellow campers and counselors they've come to love.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/camp-happy-times-goes-virtual) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/camp-happy-times-goes-virtual#comments-listing) Topics: [camp happy times](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/camp-happy-times), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [oncology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/oncology), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients), [2020](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/2020) ## [Our Healthcare Heroes](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/our-healthcare-heroes) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 07/13/20 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/HCH%20Top.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/our-healthcare-heroes) The COVID-19 pandemic has presented many new challenges for the patients and families of The Valerie Fund in these past months but the staff of The Valerie Fund Children's Centers have never wavered. They are true healthcare heroes who brave the front lines of the hospitals to ensure our kids are not only receiving their regular treatment but are also supported mentally and emotionally during this incredibly difficult time. Here are some stories of our healthcare heroes and how they've been there for our kids.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/our-healthcare-heroes) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/our-healthcare-heroes#comments-listing) Topics: [caregivers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/caregivers), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [oncology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/oncology), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients), [Center Staff](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/center-staff), [2020](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/2020) ## [The Importance of Emotional Wellness](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-importance-of-emotional-wellness) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 10/07/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/close-up-composition-conceptual-626165.jpg)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-importance-of-emotional-wellness)   Unfortunately, stress is something everyone can understand. We all have stress in our lives and most likely we would all say we have too much of it. Left unchecked, stress can begin to affect both your mental and physical well-being. October has been designated as **National Emotional Wellness Month** and this week's blog provides some helpful ways to learn how to slow down and breathe. While emotional wellness is important for everyone, it is *critical* for parents and families of children treated by The Valerie Fund. A pediatric cancer or blood disorder diagnosis presents new levels of stress for parents and families and it is imperative that everyone be as healthy as possible - physically and mentally - throughout this process.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-importance-of-emotional-wellness) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-importance-of-emotional-wellness#comments-listing) Topics: [child life](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/child-life), [moms](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/moms), [caregivers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/caregivers), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [oncology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/oncology), [centers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/centers), [Center Staff](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/center-staff) ## [Back to School Tips for Kids with Sickle Cell Disease](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/back-to-school-tips-for-kids-with-sickle-cell-disease) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 09/03/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/Back%20to%20School.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/back-to-school-tips-for-kids-with-sickle-cell-disease) The month of September means two things: it is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month and it's time for back to school! [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/back-to-school-tips-for-kids-with-sickle-cell-disease) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/back-to-school-tips-for-kids-with-sickle-cell-disease#comments-listing) Topics: [Blood Disorders](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/blood-disorders), [moms](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/moms), [sickle cell](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/sickle-cell), [awareness](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/awareness), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients) ## [What is integrative medicine and why is it critical for the care of pediatric cancer and blood disorders?](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/what-is-integrative-medicine-and-why-is-it-critical-for-the-care-of-pediatric-cancer-and-blood-disorders) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 08/26/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/TVF%20Key%20to%20Health%20Integrative%20Medicine.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/what-is-integrative-medicine-and-why-is-it-critical-for-the-care-of-pediatric-cancer-and-blood-disorders) There are so many new words and phrases that a family must learn when they begin a journey through pediatric cancer or blood disorders and it can be difficult to keep track of what they all mean. In the coming months we will try to explain what some of these concepts and practices are and hope it can help make this process just a little bit easier.  We are starting with a discipline that encompasses many tools and practices under one umbrella. Continue reading to learn why **integrative medicine** can make a difference when battling pediatric cancer or blood disorders.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/what-is-integrative-medicine-and-why-is-it-critical-for-the-care-of-pediatric-cancer-and-blood-disorders) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/what-is-integrative-medicine-and-why-is-it-critical-for-the-care-of-pediatric-cancer-and-blood-disorders#comments-listing) Topics: [integrative medicine](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/integrative-medicine), [Blood Disorders](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/blood-disorders), [cancer](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/cancer), [caregivers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/caregivers), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [oncology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/oncology), [centers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/centers), [science](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/science), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients), [Center Staff](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/center-staff) ## [Supporting Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders Within the Community](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/supporting-pediatric-cancer-blood-disorders-within-the-community) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 08/19/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/collaboration-community-cooperation-461049.jpg)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/supporting-pediatric-cancer-blood-disorders-within-the-community) Community events are an integral part of The Valerie Fund's ability to support families dealing with pediatric cancer and blood disorders. Support from friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors not only result in increased fundraising but also in an outpouring of personal and emotional support. Keep reading to learn about some of our upcoming community events! [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/supporting-pediatric-cancer-blood-disorders-within-the-community) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/supporting-pediatric-cancer-blood-disorders-within-the-community#comments-listing) Topics: [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [oncology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/oncology), [events](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/events), [community events](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/community-events), [fundraising](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/fundraising), [volunteers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/volunteers), [give back](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/give-back) ## [Getting to Know Our Center Staff: Maria Luisa Molina](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-to-know-our-center-staff-maria-luisa-molina) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 08/12/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/Meet%20the%20Staff%20banner.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-to-know-our-center-staff-maria-luisa-molina) The men and women who work in The Valerie Fund Children's Centers across New Jersey and New York are the backbone of our mission to support comprehensive healthcare services for children with cancer and blood disorders. We wanted to share just how amazing they are so we invite you to learn a little bit more about them. [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-to-know-our-center-staff-maria-luisa-molina) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-to-know-our-center-staff-maria-luisa-molina#comments-listing) Topics: [caregivers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/caregivers), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [centers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/centers), [Center Staff](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/center-staff) ## [Getting the Most Out of Summer Even With Sickle Cell](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 07/15/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/SCB%202%20v4.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell) Summer should be about fun and having a good time for kids. They get a break from their routine and schoolwork and can finally relax - enjoy being a kid! However, for those kids battling sickle cell disease, summer brings with it certain risks. We want to share some tips on how to maximize your child's summer enjoyment without risking their health, a possible pain episode, or injury.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell#comments-listing) Topics: [moms](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/moms), [sickle cell](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/sickle-cell), [caregivers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/caregivers), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients), [nutrition](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/nutrition) ## [25 Valerie Fund Named 2018-19 Scholars Meet and Share Experiences](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/25-valerie-fund-named-2018-19-scholars-meet-and-share-experiences) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 01/10/19 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/TVF-Scholarships-1.jpg)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/25-valerie-fund-named-2018-19-scholars-meet-and-share-experiences) Valerie Fund scholarship donors, board members, staff and parents recognized 25 of the 36 named scholarship recipients at the Maplewood Country Club in Maplewood, NJ on January 3, 2019. In total, 93 former and current Valerie Fund patients were awarded scholarships for the 2018 - 2019 academic year totaling $430,000 in scholarship money to attend college and universities, from local community colleges and vocational programs, to Ivy Leagues, nursing, and medical school. [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/25-valerie-fund-named-2018-19-scholars-meet-and-share-experiences) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/25-valerie-fund-named-2018-19-scholars-meet-and-share-experiences#comments-listing) Topics: [education](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/education), [childhood cancer](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/childhood-cancer), [sickle cell](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/sickle-cell), [scholarship](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/scholarship), [awareness](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/awareness), [scholarship program](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/scholarship-program), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [oncology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/oncology), [survivor](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/survivor), [new jersey](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/new-jersey), [fundraising](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/fundraising), [nonprofit](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/nonprofit) [All posts](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/all) [Next](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology/page/2) ## The Power of Giving ### Learn more about the ways you can help.  ### Join in the fight against childhood cancer and blood disorders: donate, participate in an event, or volunteer your time. Our philosophy is that to truly heal the children whose care we are entrusted, we must treat them emotionally, socially, and developmentally, as well as medically.   ### Subscribe to Blog Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - 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