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In an ideal world we wouldn’t be writing this post. But the truth is that we all know someone facing cancer. And we know that when it happens we want to jump in and find a way to support that person. But sometimes it can be hard to know exactly what to do or what to say. We have come up with a simple list of meaningful ways to support someone you love with cancer. As you go through this list, keep in mind that the most important thing is to help them feel soothed, and seen in their journey. You simply want them to know that they are not alone. In this post we will share 5 simple and meaningful ways to support someone with cancer.
5 Simple & Meaningful Ways to Support Someone with Cancer
- The first instinct most people have to support someone with cancer is to send food. And this is for good reason. Food is nourishing inside and out. It’s a way to take one thing off their plate while reminding them that you are there alongside them in their journey. That’s why our first idea is to deliver a home-cooked meal. We really love this easy and healthy Chickpea Tomato Soup from Skinnytaste. The list of ingredients is simple, it tastes great, and it is filling enough for a meal. Soup is warm and comforting so it’s usually our go-to when bringing someone a meal.
2. The treatment for cancer can be tough. If your friend is undergoing chemotherapy we highly suggest making a chemo care basket. We add items like gum, mints, drinks, chapstick, meditative coloring books and small games. You can put it all together in a tote bag with supportive words. It is nice to include socks and a blanket to remind them that you are sending comfort and warmth their way.
3. Mail a handwritten note every few days and tuck in an inspiring quote. A few years ago a friend of ours was facing breast cancer and we felt a little helpless. The only thing we could think to do was to mail a card with encouraging words every few days. We found cards that were a mix of inspiration and humor to send her way. Truthfully, it helped us as much as it helped our friend. We needed to feel like we were doing something to let her know she was thought of by us daily.
4. You can send along a basket of baked goodies with notes of encouragement. One of our favorites are these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins. This is a nice way to show your support while also remembering the caregivers who also need to be cared for.
5. Are you bringing your friend or family member to their doctor or chemotherapy appointments? They might need these words of encouragement during that time. You might even feel a loss of words and these can help. Tuck one in their pocket, their bag, or tie them around a lollipop.
The most important thing to remember when supporting someone with cancer is that during hard times people need to feel soothed, seen, and supported. If you keep those three things in mind, any gesture you give will be well received.
