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WELCOMING CHILDREN
BEYOND TREATMENT:

THE PROJECT HELPING YOUNG CANCER PATIENTS FLEEING WAR.

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WELCOMING CHILDREN BEYOND TREATMENT

THE PROJECT HELPING YOUNG CANCER PATIENTS FLEEING WAR.

Even after completing their medical treatment in Rome, some children are unable to return home because their cities and their daily lives have been shattered by war. That’s why we’ve launched “La Terza Stella di Peter Pan” (Peter Pan’s Third Star), a home ready to welcome them as part of an 18-month-long project providing help for 60 families.

During and after their medical care, every family receives psychological support, help with schooling, employment guidance and advice on finding their own accommodation, giving everyone the chance to make a new start after cancer treatment.

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WORDS FROM OUR VOLUNTEERS

LOREDANA

Crocodile, team of volunteers
welcoming children  

“When I started volunteering at Peter Pan in October 2022, my priority was to give up some of my time to help children in need. Today I’m a crocodile (I can also be Wendy when we’re playing with the children, Tinker Bell for evening entertainments, or a Skipper when we’re driving families to appointments). I spend most of my time volunteering at the Terza Stella house, where the main difficulty is language.

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AMALIA

Tinker Bell, team of volunteers
providing evening entertainmen

“Going through the green door at Casa di Peter Pan with a host of emotions, laughter, tears, joy and shared experiences, and walking into the garden at Terza Stella was like a leap in the dark. At first it was hard to get over the language barrier, but then we started to see a breakthrough, thanks to the children, of course. Once you’ve won their trust, you’re there! Their “no’s” have become smiles, their curious looks hugs and Terza Stella has become “home”.

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WE’RE AS CLOSE TO EACH CHILD
AS THEIR FAVOURITE TOY

WELCOMING

Every child living with cancer is welcomed into a home that’s safe and secure, alongside their family.

SUPPORTING

Medical care is provided in a warm, family environment.

GUIDING

During and after treatment, it’s vital to accompany each family as they settle into a new country and a new life.

SETTLING IN

Every family is assisted during this challenging process, with psychological and practical support.

Put your toy on the shelf

NAME A TOY AND FILL A SICK CHILD’S ROOM WITH MAGIC.

Choose a toy, give it a name and put it on the shelf at “La Terza Stella”. Show you care about children living with cancer.

Peter Pan is home,
Peter Pan is a
part of the cure.

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THE JOURNEY BEGINS

Fleeing their homes, ceasing treatment from one day to the next and facing a long journey.

The first stage: welcoming.

During the first stage of the project, children and their families are welcomed into a new home, “La Terza Stella di Peter Pan”, and they resume their treatment; when they aren’t in hospital, they are cared for in a safe, peaceful environment, where they feel at home and can rebuild their normal lives. In this area you can listen to mothers and fathers describing their long journey towards a brighter future, and their hopes for a new start after cancer treatment.

THE BASKET OF TOYS

Arriving in a new place, rebuilding relationships and routines, a pathway between home and treatment.

The second stage:
a new routine

During the second stage of the project, the children begin their medical care. Their daily routine is marked out by hospital treatments, which continue once they’re back at the house. The children have a place to play in the playroom, as well as workshops, activities and a kitchen that’s always open to make their favourite foods.

In this section, the children describe their daily routines, what they like doing and their experiences at the house.

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BEDROOM DIARY

Starting over in a new place, rewriting a whole new chapter in a different country.

The third stage: rediscovery

During the third stage, we help parents and their children settle into the social fabric. Thanks to language courses and support finding new homes and jobs, families can carve out some normality for themselves as they wait to return home.

In this section, the children describe their days and how they’re discovering their new city.

Find out more

THE JOURNEY BEGINS

Fleeing their homes, ceasing treatment from one day to the next and facing a long journey.

The first stage: welcoming.

During the first stage of the project, children and their families are welcomed into a new home, “La Terza Stella di Peter Pan”, and they resume their treatment; when they aren’t in hospital, they are cared for in a safe, peaceful environment, where they feel at home and can rebuild their normal lives. In this area you can listen to mothers and fathers describing their long journey towards a brighter future, and their hopes for a new start after cancer treatment.
Find out more

THE BASKET OF TOYS

Arriving in a new place, rebuilding relationships and routines, a pathway between home and treatment.

The second stage: a new routine

During the second stage of the project, the children begin their medical care. Their daily routine is marked out by hospital treatments, which continue once they’re back at the house. The children have a place to play in the playroom, as well as workshops, activities and a kitchen that’s always open to make their favourite foods.

In this section, the children describe their daily routines, what they like doing and their experiences at the house.

Find out more

BEDROOM DIARY

Starting over in a new place, rewriting a whole new chapter in a different country.

The third stage: rediscovery

During the third stage, we help parents and their children settle into the social fabric. Thanks to language courses and support finding new homes and jobs, families can carve out some normality for themselves as they wait to return home.

In this section, the children describe their days and how they’re discovering their new city.

Find out more

LOREDANA

Coccodrillo, equipe di volontari che si occupano dell’accoglienza

“When I started volunteering at Peter Pan in October 2022, my priority was to give up some of my time to help children in need. Today I’m a crocodile (I can also be Wendy when we’re playing with the children, Tinker Bell for evening entertainments, or a Skipper when we’re driving families to appointments). I spend most of my time volunteering at the Terza Stella house, where the main difficulty is language. Through the children, we find a way to understand each other and overcome small difficulties, despite our language barrier. I’m so happy to be taking part in a project that puts me to the test. Our main role is to be there at the House and help with day-to-day tasks, but sometimes all it takes is a smile and lending a hand to families going through challenging experiences, helping make their day a bit less difficult.” 

AMALIA

Tinker Bell, team of volunteers providing evening entertainment

“Going through the green door at Casa di Peter Pan with a host of emotions, laughter, tears, joy and shared experiences, and walking into the garden at Terza Stella was like a leap in the dark. At first it was hard to get over the language barrier, but then we started to see a breakthrough, thanks to the children, of course. Once you’ve won their trust, you’re there! Their “no’s” have become smiles, their curious looks hugs and Terza Stella has become “home”.

I’m a Tinker Bell; my leap in the dark has helped me realise if you believe in what you’re doing, nothing is impossible. The children laugh and play happily, and their parents have placed their trust in us. We’re blowing out candles, inflating balloons, organising courses and activities. Time seems less grey than a few months ago. There’s still a long way to go, but it feels like we’re all on the right pathway together.”

AMALIA

Trilly, equipe di volontari che animano le serate delle famiglie
“Uscire dal portone verde della Casa di Peter Pan con una valigia di emozioni, risate, lacrime, gioia, condivisione ed entrare nel giardino della Terza Stella è stato come un salto nel vuoto. Inizialmente l’ostacolo della lingua è stato duro da affrontare poi si sono aperti degli spiragli, naturalmente grazie ai bambini. Quando conquisti la loro fiducia è fatta! I loro NO sono diventati sorrisi, i loro sguardi curiosi abbracci e la Terza Stella è diventata “casa”. Sono una Trilly e il mio salto nel vuoto mi ha regalato la consapevolezza che se credi in ciò che fai niente è impossibile. I bambini ridono e giocano felici, i genitori ci guardano con fiducia. Stiamo spegnendo candeline, gonfiando palloncini, organizziamo corsi e attività. Il tempo sembra meno grigio di qualche mese fa. Il cammino da fare è ancora tanto ma sembra che la strada che stiamo percorrendo insieme sia quella giusta.”