Patient Partner Program

Addison

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"I love coming to play in the resource room and visit Dr. Tom. Dana-Farber is our true 'home away from home.'"

Alex

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"Alex loves to cook, play and sing (especially Michael Jackson and Neil Diamond). He loves all sports."

Andrew

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"The Jimmy Fund is so special to me because I met so many wonderful doctors and nurses and other patients who inspire me. Because of the wonderful care I received, I am now able to play basketball, go skiing, and enjoy school with my friends. I hope to one day go to Harvard and become an Egyptologist."

Anya

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"I like to rock climb, play soccer, Pokémon, Hatchimals, and to make art. Some things I've learned from having cancer is that I am strong and that kindness matters."

Avery

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"The Jimmy Fund makes a difficult situation a little easier. Avery loves to come every week and play with her child life friends, Jennie and Amanda."

Barbra

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"Without Dana-Farber, I would not be here. I do everything I can for Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund. They are truly the best. I am so grateful and blessed. I love to read, paint with watercolors, cook, do yoga, tai chi, qigong, meditate, and I peer support for four cancer organizations. Thank you Dana-Farber."

Bella

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"Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund are wonderful and now feel like our second home. The doctors, nurses, and staff are so friendly and have been so supportive during this most difficult time."

Cael

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"Cael is a happy, strong boy. He likes to play with puzzles and he wants to be a doctor, nurse, or policeman when he grows up."

Cammy

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"Camille is a funny, smart, friendly, and kind little girl who loves fashion, unicorns, and music, especially Ed Sheeran."

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"We are so thankful for the dedication of the doctors and nurses who are helping make me better! Leukemia is 'no match for me!'"

Celia

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"The Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber have given Celia another chance at life, and for that we are endlessly grateful! There is no greater gift than life itself."

Chloe

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"The Jimmy Fund is an extension of our family. We couldn't fight this fight without their expertise, care, and support."

Christina

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"Dana-Farber is an amazing place that really cares about each individual and makes you a priority. You want to feel like you matter and they make you feel that way. So happy it’s so close to home."

Christopher

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"The treatment and dedicated care I have received at Dana-Farber have enabled me to live with cancer and actually be happy—not at all what I expected. I am forever grateful."

Chuck

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"Without the incredible work of Dr. Choueiri and his team on Yawkey 11, I would not still be here today. Toni and team have provided not only incredible care but life-changing research that provides me with options and hope in this crazy battle. I am living proof of the incredible work Dana-Farber does."

Ellie

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"The Jimmy Fund has been so nice to me. My hobby is soccer. My interest is technology. When I grow up, I want to be a doctor."

Elizabeth

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"The treatment that I get at Dana-Farber is excellent; I feel so much trust with my team and see how much they care. I appreciate how organized the care is and how friendly and responsive everyone is. My diagnosis has made me realize how much my family loves and supports me."

Emily

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"I am excited to get back to dancing. My other favorite activities include arts and crafts with Kate at the Clinic and building Legos."

Gracie

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"Gracie loves to play outside, go to the beach, and listen to music. We are so grateful for Anna, Dr. Place, and all the nurses and providers at the Jimmy Fund Clinic—it is a privilege to fundraise for the place that has given us so much!"

Harper

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"I love my care team at the Jimmy Fund Clinic and always feels so comfortable there. I love to read, color, and dress up!"

Isabel

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"I love singing, dancing, biking, and swimming. I have two awesome sisters, Leah, and Aubrey. I'm starting kindergarten in the fall."

Jen

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"I am inspired by Dana-Farber's ongoing research into cancer treatments and work toward a cure! The compassion and kindness of the entire care team has given me hope and helped me make it through treatment."

Joyce

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"I'm grateful for each and every day I’ve been given that I feel the love and joy I receive from my family and friends. What better way to thank Dana-Farber for my amazing care then to participate in the Jimmy Fund Walk."

Kaho

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"I like Princess Belle, painting, and playing cooking. I love to have fun at the Jimmy Fund Clinic!"

Kate

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"I like the color red, I have two cats and a dog, and my hobby is painting on my clothes. Go Jimmy Fund!"

King

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"Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund Clinic have been a comfortable and safe place for me to have my treatments. I love to dance and play musical instruments."

Linda

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"Since 2014 I have been a patient at Dana-Farber, participating in clinical trials for recurrent ovarian cancer. The cutting-edge research has helped to extend my life. So fortunate to have access to these services all in one place and at other sites closer to home."

Lindsay

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"At Dana-Farber, my doctors, nurses, social worker, chaplain, Zakim Center professionals, administrative staff, and others play essential roles in providing holistic care, not just treatment. They enable me to live a purposeful life filled with loved ones, art, yummy food, and customized exercise routines so I can enjoy whatever I can in the world."

Lisa

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"My goal is to continue to raise awareness for brain tumors and support lifesaving research & treatment at Dana-Farber. I hope that one day a world without cancer can exist!"

McKenzie

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"I am an animal- and dragon-loving teenager. I love to draw and watch TV, and love to drive my seven siblings crazy."

Megan

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"I am a 39-year-old mother, wife, and nurse. Dana-Farber has given me hope that I will be able to continue doing those things for a very long time."

Mia

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"I love bunnies, going to school, and playing with friends. At home, I can be found cooking or singing and playing the piano for my family."

Nancy

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"The doctors and nurses at Dana-Farber have not only supported me medically but spiritually. Their positivity, guidance, and expertise have given me strength and hope in dealing with my difficult and scary diagnosis."

Nick G.

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"I enjoy school and playing basketball and lacrosse. I am grateful to everyone at the Jimmy Fund for taking such great care of me and helping me win this battle!"

Nick H.

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"My Dana-Farber team tries as hard as I do to keep me alive. They give me the chance to live every day with the enthusiasm and drive that I demand from myself. I couldn't be more grateful for every extra day they give me."

Norma-Rose

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"I like to play games at 'In the Game' and my favorite is laser tag. I like to shop for toys on my mom's phone.""

Payton

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"The Jimmy Fund Clinic made a challenging situation so much more bearable with their kindness, focus on the kids’ experience, outstanding nurses, and amazing treatment plans. Now that she is nearing the end of her 2-year treatment program, we want to give back to Dana-Farber for everything they have done for us."

Poppy

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"I like doing the Jimmy Fund Walk and all the activities to raise money for kids like me! I love playing Roblox with my friends and watching superhero movies."

Quinn

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"I like coming to the Jimmy Fund Clinic so I can see my friends and paint! At home I enjoy playing soccer and hockey with my two brothers."

Reylyn

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"I love to read and be myself because I don't need anyone's validation but mine. I want to be a famous actress eventually."

Sabine

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"The Jimmy Fund Clinic is the best place for our daughter to receive care, and a warm, welcoming, safe space where she grows and thrives despite difficult treatment."

Samantha

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"Everyone at Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund are absolutely amazing and help make all this so much more bearable! My hobbies are boxing and everything animal related."

Samara

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"Samara loves completing art projects, coloring, celebrating themes and holidays, and cooking with play food—it's as if the Jimmy Fund Clinic is set up just for her!"

Shaeli

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"Dana-Farber has been a huge help along our journey. The exceptional care that they have given has gotten us here today. There are no words that could accurately describe our gratitude!"

Sophia

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"The Jimmy Fund provided the very best care to our daughter, Sophia, and our family. We are forever grateful to the doctors, nurses, and specialists who have helped us navigate and provided us hope during this difficult time. "

Stephanie

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"I am always amazed by the wonderful people that work at Dana-Farber and am here today because of my dedicated Inflammatory Breast Cancer care team. Thanks to them, I have been able to continue my passion for travel, SCUBA diving, and underwater photography."

Stephen

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"I am a retired math teacher and football coach. My interests are boating, football, going to Hilton Head, and most importantly, spending time with my family. Our family is united in trying to help find cures for many forms of cancer. We do what we can to help out."

Tianna

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"Tianna is a funny and caring child who wants to be a doctor when she grows up."

Tita

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"The day I received my diagnosis, my life was changed forever—I decided at that moment that failure was not an option. I am a single mother to a child with special powers and no one can take my place to raise him. I needed to fight for him to make sure that I would be around for a long time."

Walter

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"We are so thankful to Dana-Farber for the wonderful care. From day one, we knew we were in the right place. We have a long road ahead but with you by our side we can do anything. We can move mountains."

Wells

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"I like going to Boston to see Nurse Jill because she takes care of me. My teddy comes to all my appointments."

Zinnia

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"I'm interested in human anatomy and want to be a doctor someday! I also love to eat rainbow ice cream!"