On May 7th, 2026, For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation, Woodloch Resort, and regional community leaders broke ground on the nation’s first-of-its-kind cancer respite center. Called “Pete’s Dream,” the new center will provide a signature, accessible destination for adult cancer patients and their families to cope with cancer together and find strength in community. Set on 32 acres adjacent to Woodloch Resort, Pete’s Dream is scheduled to open in 2027.

For more than 25 years, For Pete’s Sake has provided restorative Respite Experiences to adult cancer patients, their caregivers, and their children. Our current program capacity allows us to provide the healing power of respite to approximately 700 people each year. Now, the new Pete’s Dream will dramatically scale that impact, serving more than 4,400 patients and their loved ones annually in a dedicated and purposefully designed space.

The campus will include:
Creative arts and STEAM spaces
Wellness and movement areas
Music and library center
Family gathering and game spaces
Interfaith chapel
Swimming pool and outdoor experiences
A dining program serving approximately 60,000 meals annually

Together, these spaces create an environment where families can reconnect, recharge, and build resilience, side by side, as they meet other families traveling similar cancer journeys.

A Vision Realized Through Partnership
Pete’s Dream is becoming a reality through an innovative non-profit/for profit partnership with Woodloch Resort, who will manage hospitality operations including dining, housekeeping, maintenance, transportation, and guest services. This innovative collaboration ensures that every aspect of the experience is seamless, supportive, and centered on the needs of families.

Expanding What Cancer Care Can Be
Pete’s Dream represents more than a building, it’s a reimagining of how supportive care can be integrated into the cancer journey. All patients who receive a Travel Respite Experience are nominated by their oncology team. By expanding access to respite, For Pete’s Sake is helping families cope today while building a model for more compassionate, whole-person cancer care in the future.