9 episodes
No One Understands Camp One Step
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- Health & Fitness
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5.0 • 26 Ratings
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Hearing you or your child has cancer are the most isolating words a family can hear. The beauty of childhood is the innocence and feeling of invincibility, those are both devastated by cancer. A world where the terminology is foreign, and you might be the only one in your community experiencing cancer, you feel like No One Understands. No One Understands will take you through all of the firsts cancer brings to your family, and while no two battles with cancer are the same we are going to introduce you to caregivers, patients and experts who have been in a similar situation.
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Survivor
No childhood cancer diagnosis has a clear conclusion. At some point, each person makes the choice to embrace the title survivor. Our season finale of No One Understands features Hailey Danz. Hailey is a cancer survivor, above-knee amputee, former Camper, and two-time Paralympian in the sport of triathlon. Hailey’s episode will dive into the decisions she made to live her best life after cancer.
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Episode 8 - Camp Part 2
Episode 8 is the second of two episodes where we are discussing the impact of “CAMP” and all the incredible experiences that Camp One Step brings to campers and their families. For over 43 years, Camp One Step’s mission is to deliver happiness, joy and lifelong friendships through their year-round programs. In this episode, you will hear from a camper parent, Eric Conlon and from a former camper and current camp volunteer, Erin Hyerczyk. A quote from Erin, "The best thing I can do as a survivor is give back to the place that saved my life".
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Camp - Part 1
Episode 7 is the first of two episodes where we will be discussing the impact of “CAMP” and all the incredible experiences that Camp One Step brings to campers and their families. For over 43 years, Camp One Step’s mission is to deliver happiness, joy and lifelong friendships through their year-round programs. In this episode, you will hear from a current camper Fiona Campbell and Camp One Step’s President, Jeff Infusino. For more information on Camp One Step visit camponestep.org
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Curveballs and Setbacks
In episode six, we cover Curveballs and Setbacks. There are times when we must deal immediately with whatever is thrown at us, and there might even be a time when we are pulled in the opposite direction of where we are going. Individuals diagnosed with cancer often have the concern of recurrence, so in this episode we will be joined by Caleb Steffen who is a two-time cancer survivor pursuing his nursing degree at George Fox University. Dr. Jennifer Schneiderman, MD, MS, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Program at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago will also join us to discuss her specialty and thoughts on this important topic.
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Mental Health
On our fifth episode, we are going to discuss a subject that is very important to us, mental health. Families are deeply impacted by a cancer diagnosis, the patient and their loved ones are facing trauma, depression, anxiety and so many fears. We hope to speak to the range of feelings and emotions families face and how they can prioritize mental health.
We will be joined by Amanda and Robbie Tesmond, who will share their experiences with mental health during Robbie’s cancer treatments and during survivorship. We will also be joined by Dr. Jeffrey Karst a Pediatric Psychologist in the MACC Fund Center at Children’s Wisconsin.
If you are having a medical emergency, dial 911 immediately.
If you are in emotional distress or experiencing a suicidal crisis, or know someone who is, call 1-800-273-8255. If you are listening to this podcast on or after July 16, 2022, you also can call 988.
* The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only, and are not necessarily the opinions of Camp One Step. Medical content in this Podcast is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for medical questions. -
Treatment is a Marathon
Episode 4 checks back in on the topic of treatment. We know for most pediatric cancer families, treatment becomes a marathon. That marathon brings emotional challenges for the patient and caregivers. It also brings challenges to family, friends and community as they try to navigate support during months of hospital stays, medications and procedures. Luke and Beth Strotman join us to share their personal experiences of managing life through Luke's cancer diagnoses. We also chat with Steph Marder, who is a Child Life Specialist and cancer survivor. Steph is a wealth of knowledge on all resources a Child Life Specialist can offer pediatric cancer families in the hospital.
Customer Reviews
Essential Listening
I’ve had the privilege of volunteering for this organization for years. It is truly providing important avenues for those children and teens battling cancer or struggling with the after math of a diagnosis. It also provides a place for those who have recovered and are in remission. It is a place where humanity shines.
This podcast is eye opening. This podcast provides an essential insight into the lives of those who have experienced cancer and/or Camp One Step in some manner.
It is essential listening.
Reaching newly diagnosed families
Such a special resource for families newly diagnosed with childhood cancer or looking for an additional resource. We hope No One Understands helps you feel a little less alone 💚
Humanity at its best!
If you or someone you know has been through a childhood cancer diagnosis, you’ll absolutely benefit from this podcast. Incredibly compelling storytelling via parents and practitioners.
I was so moved by the family featured in episode 1. To have not 1 but 2 children go through a cancer journey is both mind-blowing and heartbreaking. Their endless positivity and gratitude is beyond inspirational.