Children/Youth Connection

Children's Activities Area

Families are an important part of our Race and there's lots of fun to be had in the Children's Area. The Children's Area provides an opportunity to educate families about breast cancer in a non-threatening, positive environment. Often, when someone is diagnosed with cancer, the whole family may be experiencing strong emotions. This may be the first time a child has seen the family in such a stressful situation. Children often internalize their fears and confusion. The Children's Area was developed to promote positive education about breast cancer, fitness and fun and to recognize that Children are Co-Survivors, Too!
Children are Co-Survivors, Too! Families enjoy activities and pick up goodies for the little ones, all while visiting with some surprise guests.

Please note this is not a drop-off area, but an interactive, safe and fun place dedicated to families with children who are at the Race.

Thank you, Kelly Services
Kelly Services, 2012 sponsor of the Children's Area. Thank you to Carrie Mead and Richele Ferrara
Carrie Mead and Richele Ferrara, Children's Area Co- Chairs and past chair Mary Rasmussen
Mary Rasmussen.

Information to help Children Understand

Download and print, or order copies of these helpful materials:

Talking with Your Children

What's Happening to Mom?

More Ways Children and Youth Can be a Part of the Solution

Have your school bring a team. Teams
Teams can qualify for lots of awards. Take advantage of our special youth pricing and remember that children 5 and under are free and count in your team total.
Decorate ribbons
Decorate ribbons - we need 10,000! This can double as a fundraiser. Learn more about our Pink Ribbon program here.
Invite Komen Detroit to work with you on an educational event for students, staff and parents. Contact Lisa Braddix , Breast Cancer Program Specialist to schedule an event or to request educational materials.
Your civics / government classes can get involved with the Komen Advocacy Alliance and with local public policy / advocacy efforts. Contact Lisa Braddix , Breast Cancer Program Specialist to learn more.
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Please click here for pictures from the 2011 Race. If you find yourself in a picture, please share a Race day memory by emailing raceforthecure@karmanos.org.

Rev. 12-16-2011