Lifeline
The emotional wellbeing of families facing childhood brain tumours can be as important
as medical treatment. LifeLine ensures no family faces this journey alone.
Why LifeLine matters
A childhood brain tumour diagnosis creates unprecedented stress for families. Research shows that parents of children with brain tumours experience higher rates of anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. Siblings often face their own challenges, including feelings of confusion, jealousy, and neglect. LifeLine addresses these needs through timely intervention and ongoing support.
"My world changed forever when my son Oscar was diagnosed with a brain tumour. What followed was a period of immense challenge for our entire family, where we discovered first-hand the gaps in support that no family should have to navigate alone during such a difficult time. We found there wasn't enough support for Oscar, myself, my husband, our other boys and our wider family. This is one of the reasons why we set up OSCAR's Charity."
Marie
Founder of OSCAR's Charity
LifeLine: Tailored mental health support
LifeLine is our tailored mental health support service created especially for families facing the overwhelming challenges of a childhood brain tumour diagnosis. Having walked alongside many families through this journey, we understand the emotional rollercoaster, practical difficulties, and unique stresses that come with this life-changing situation.
LifeLine provides support, practical resources, and a connected community for families when they need it most. We understand that a childhood brain tumour diagnosis affects the entire family unit, creating ripple effects that impact parents, siblings, and extended family members.
"Where's the help and support for children and parents who are sent away from hospital and left to get on with it? As a family we would have been lost without the support of OSCAR's Charity."
Jo
York
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What we offer
Specialised counselling services
Access to trained professionals who understand the unique challenges of childhood brain tumours
Information resources
Reliable information about brain tumours, treatments, and coping strategies
Family support groups
Regular meetings where families can share experiences and build supportive networks
Crisis support
Immediate assistance for families experiencing acute distress
Who we support
LifeLine is here for anyone affected by a childhood brain tumour diagnosis, including:
Parents and guardians
Siblings and other children in the family
Extended family members
The young person with the diagnosis
"The mental healing when all the dust has settled is in a lot of ways harder to navigate than the actual surgery, because there is nowhere to turn."
Mum of boy aged 12
North Yorkshire
Get support
If you or someone you know could benefit from LifeLine services, please contact our team.
Support our work
LifeLine depends on generous donations and grants to continue providing vital services.
If you would like to contribute to our work, please visit our donations page or contact our fundraising team to discuss partnership opportunities.
Together, we can ensure families affected by childhood brain tumours receive the emotional support they deserve throughout their journey.
If you would like to contribute to our work, please visit our donations page or contact our fundraising team to discuss partnership opportunities.
Together, we can ensure families affected by childhood brain tumours receive the emotional support they deserve throughout their journey.
"Where's the help and support for children like this, other than charities like OSCAR's?"
Phil
Lincolnshire
We also have a partnership with Menfulness.
Read more about how we specifically support men here.
Resources for Families
What You Need to Know
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