How can I help children with cancer or other diseases?

I want to find a career to help children with cancer and other impairments/diseases. It absolutely kills me to see kids in pain. I donate my hair to "Locks of Love", but that's just a little thing. What kind of career can I find to help them? I don't want to be a nurse. That's for sure. What could I do?

If you are not interested in the medical field (nursing or doctor) than you might concentrate on being a Medical Social Worker or a Childlife specialist. The majority of pediatric Cancer Clinics have medical social workers who meet with children and parents during treatment. They often accompany the oncologist if there is a new patient or bad news. They counsel children and their families, as well as visit schools to educate the community about a child with cancer. They help finding financial resources and are available at all times to help with the emotional and social issues that affect children with cancer.

The Association of Pediatric Oncology Social Workers
http://www.aposw.org/

Childlife Specialist
http://www.uwec.edu/Career/Students/expl...

You could also consider being a teacher/educator for children who are hospitalized. My son had a teacher who worked on the oncology floor and was able to keep him on task . .some of the time. The teacher collaborates with the local school system to keep the patient up with their studies. His teacher at the hospital was so wonderful, kind, and understood exactly how overwhelming school can be while a child is fighting cancer.

Anyway, those are some possibilities to consider.

Best of luck!

Try to save them.........become a cancer doctor................if you care,,,it is the best way to help them...........

If a nurse is too much for you then perhaps a "care aide".
Requires very little training. Find work at a cancer institute.
Good luck.

Why don't you visit St. Judes Cancer research hospital in Memphis. This is a premier center, and find out what type of help they need there. And by doing this you may stumble upon a career that will fit you.