Lend a “Solace” hand for Pediatric Cancer Kids

About “Solace”

Solace takes of more than 3,000 kids with serious illnesses, mostly cancer in Kerala, India. Solace was founded by CNN-IBN ‘Real Hero’ Ms. Sheeba Ameer after going through a personal episode of her daughter. She dreams of a world where every kid gets total care – unconditionally. She dedicates day and night, 24x7 to materialize this vision through Solace. For more information, please visit https://solaceglobal.org/

About this fundraiser

Around 400 of Solace kids are currently undergoing active treatment at Trivandrum RCC (Regional Cancer Care) and need to stay near the hospital for around 5 to 8 months depending upon the treatment situation. The major expenses involved can be categorized into four areas.

• Hygienic accommodation (Even the smallest space costs around Rs 10,000 near RCC)
• Supporting medications outside of govt/hospital provided
• Food for the patient and bystander
• Travel, mainly from and to the hospital

Though Solace is currently supporting these kids with their maximum capacity, the need is way more than what they can offer. They wish, they can extend an additional support of Rs 7,500 (~$100) for each of these families. Care & Share is trying to support 100 kids with $100 for 5 months.

Would you consider supporting one pediatric cancer kid?

Your donations are eligible for tax deduction and any possible company matching.

FAQ:

1. Is this a “Solace” approved campaign?

Yes, Care & Share doesn’t do any unapproved campaigns. We had multiple rounds of discussion with Solace before launching the campaign.

2. Will Care & Share get information on fund utilization?

Yes, we will get a detailed audited report on the fund’s usage.

3. Has Care & Share worked with Solace before?

Yes, we have been closely working with Solace since 2014. They are our preferred partner in providing quality pediatric care in Kerala.

4. Whats the level of support Care & Share has provided for Solace?

Two of Solace’s home care vehicles were donated by Care & Share. We funded few pediatric ICU beds at Thrissur Medical College that Solace donated. We sponsored two rooms in Solace’s respite center. We have taken care the expensive treatment of many Solace kids over the past several years. We have a very good standing record with Solace.

5. How the funds will be used? Is it given as cash to kid’s caretaker?

Funds will be mainly used for one or more of these purposes

o Pay the rent to the landlord

o Reimburse on the medical expenses

o Provide food kits for the family

o Reimburse on the travel expense

6. In general, whats the financial situation of these families?

More than 80% of the kids registered at Solace belong to BPL (Below Poverty Line). Usually financially sound families approach established private hospitals, while majority of BPL families go to RCC, Trivandrum (Regional Cancer Center).

7. I want to know more about Solace, who should I contact?

If you are looking for more information than in https://solaceglobal.org/, you may send an email, and we will get you in touch with the right contact at Solace. You can find the contact email at www.careandshare.com

8. Can I make recurring payment?

Yes, use PayPal at https://www.careandshare.com/donate to make recurring payments.