Summary of Services
- Facilitates birthday celebrations and heartfelt gifts for children with serious illnesses
- Organizes entertainment and festive outings that spark joy without financial strain
- Provides at-home fun for children unable to attend outings
- Age-appropriate activities that build community among families
- Distributes grocery gift cards to ease financial stress and support family meals
- Provides online support for families coping with the loss of a child
Creating Meaningful Opportunities for Connection
Casey Cares is driven by the mission to provide compassionate, uplifting programs for children facing life-threatening illnesses and the families who love them. With a focus on the entire family unit and an understanding of the emotional, financial, and physical challenges that accompany serious illness, Casey Cares creates meaningful opportunities for relief and joy. Through bi-monthly programs and special activities, families can celebrate milestones, find comfort in shared experiences, and create cherished memories together.
Headquartered in Maryland, Casey Cares provides services in eight mid-Atlantic states, including Florida. At the heart of every program is the belief that even amid treatment and uncertainty, little moments of happiness can have a positive impact. Dedicated volunteers and staff work year-round to help families shift their focus from hospital stays and stress to love, laughter, and unity.
Programs to Inspire Hope and Healing
Children undergoing treatment are celebrated through Birthday Blasts, which ensure they receive a heartfelt present and feel surrounded by love on their special day. Families can also participate in the Festivities Program, which offers entertainment, art experiences, and engaging activities designed to spark joy without the financial strain or pressure.
For children unable to attend an outing due to health complications, Casey Cares brings the fun to them through cozy movie and pizza packages. These special nights are made even brighter by Kammie's Jammies, which deliver brand-new pajamas in sizes from infant to teen throughout the year. Connection Group Parties create opportunities for families to meet others who share similar journeys, building community through safe, age-appropriate activities such as sports, farm visits, and shipboard experiences.
For those experiencing financial hardship, Hammy's Heart provides grocery gift cards, allowing families to gather around the table and enjoy nourishing meals together. Families can apply by visiting here.
Lastly, when families face the unimaginable loss of a child, the Better Together Bereavement Group offers an online space where parents and siblings can find compassion, encouragement, and strength from others with similar experiences.
For more information about the Better Together Bereavement Group, please visit here.