· May 5, 2020 set as a new global day of giving and unity as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19 · GoFundMe Charity also to match donations to the foundation up to $1,000 CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (April 29, 2020) – The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer will participate in GivingTuesday Now on May 5, a worldwide effort to raise funds and awareness for organizations needing vital support during COVID-19. The Austin Hatcher Founda

In the article below, the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer’s Occupational Therapist Tammy Gipson details the struggles parents face when children display ADHD tendencies that parents fear comes from behavior they demonstrate as well. Read on for a list of qualities to look out for in yourself and your children, as well as ways to work through these and conquer your day while helping your child achieve their personal goals! By Tammy R Gipson, MS, OTR/L This isola

Cooke, Darnell, Trujillo Latest Hires for Growing Organization CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (April 15, 2020) – Three individuals have joined the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer staff. Rita Cooke is the foundation’s new Front Desk Coordinator, Haleigh Darnell is the Assistant to the President, and Nick Trujillo is the foundation’s new Communications Coordinator. Cooke received her A.S. in Court and Conference Reporting from Chattanooga State Technical College and has a de

With the holiday just around the corner, it's the perfect time to dye Easter eggs! In this video, Lauren Kelly, our Family Services Coordinator, shares five different methods for decorating Easter eggs in fun and unique ways! If you and your family dye eggs using these techniques (or your own methods, too!), share it with us and tag us on Facebook at facebook.com/austinhatcherfoundation or Twitter and Instagram @austinhatcherfo. Methods Used In This Video Crayon Technique - U

This homemade playdough is a perfect 15-minute enrichment activity to do at home when your children need a short break from their homework. There are many benefits of playdough, many of which have occupational therapy and art-based therapy components. These include enhancing fine motor skills, improving pre-writing skills, creativity and imagination, creating a calming effect, developing hand-eye coordination, building social skills, and increasing curiosity and knowledge. (S