S5 E6 Tommy's Place - Creating a Healing Space to Cope with Pediatric CancerIn this episode, we interview Tim O’Connell, founder of the nonprofit “Tommy’s Place” on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, which provides a week-long dream vacation home free of charge for families with children undergoing cancer treatment. Tommy’s Place aims to offer a healing space to have fun and bond with loved ones on vacation despite all the life-altering challenges and burdens of pediatric cancer that affect not only the child undergoing treatment but also their families, friends, and support system. Tim shares the years-long journey of actualizing his vision for Tommy’s Place, including his persistence through the roadblocks, formulation of a system that works to sustain his vision in the long term, and the importance of community members coming together to support these families through donations and volunteer work. He shares the heartwarming experience that families experience during their vacation stay and the deep and meaningful impact Tommy’s Place has had on donors and volunteers. We hope this episode inspires the listener to appreciate how people can help other people in creative ways. Tommy’s Place Foundation, Inc., aka "Tommy's Place", is a Massachusetts-based nonprofit corporation that owns and operates year-round magical vacation homes for kids fighting cancer in Falmouth, MA, and Centerville, MA, on Cape Cod. One family at a time, along with their extended family and friends, visits one of our two 10+ bedroom homes for one week, free of charge, dream vacation to relax, make memories, and most importantly, have FUN! Tommy's Place is open to kids aged 3-17 who are actively in treatment and living permanently and full time in New England. Tommy's Place serves 104 families yearly at our two magical vacation homes on Cape Cod in Falmouth and Centerville. Tommy's Place receives guest referrals from 10 major childhood cancer hospitals throughout New England. The first Tommy's in Falmouth officially opened to guests in July of 2021 and has been at 100% occupancy ever since. (To see more frequent updates of Tommy's Place stories and photos, please visit us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @tommysplacekids)Tommy's Place Foundation, Inc. is a registered 501 (c)(3), non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tommy's Place in Falmouth501C3 EIN: 83-1069410Be curious. Be Open. Be well.The ReidConnect-Ed Podcast is hosted by Alexis Reid and Dr. Gerald Reid, produced by Cyber Sound Studios, and original music is written and recorded by Gerald Reid.*Please note that different practitioners may have different opinions- this is our perspective and is intended to educate you on what may be possible.Follow us on Instagram @ReidConnectEdPodcast and Twitter @ReidConnectEdShow notes & Transcripts: https://reidconnect.com/reid-connect-ed-podcast

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