We are excited to share that FPS is accepting nominations for both our Respite Program at Woodloch and our Respite at Home Program for qualified patients and families.

We will continue to accept nominations based on eligibility and program availability.

Later this year, we will transition our focus to completing construction of the nation’s first-of-its-kind Cancer Respite Center adjacent to Woodloch, expected to open in 2027. With this Center, FPS will significantly increase its capacity to serve and host future families. Learn about the future of respite at PetesDream.org.

Please call our office at 267.708.0510 and speak with our Director of Mission and Care Services, Carol Schwind, with any questions.

If you are currently an in-serviced FPS Nominator, please visit here to fill out our Respite Nomination Packet.

Oncology Professionals

Want to give your patient a break from cancer?

For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation enables cancer patients and their loved ones to strengthen, deepen and unify their relationships by creating unforgettable and lasting Respite Experiences. A patient must be nominated by a healthcare professional who is a member of the patient’s oncology team, and diagnosed with cancer by an oncologist. To become a nominator, the oncology healthcare professional must complete a brief in-service to learn our mission and guidelines. We count on you to identify patients who would benefit most from our Respite Programs.

Cancer Patients and Friends of Cancer Patients

Are you an adult cancer patient between the ages of 21 and 55 in need of a break from cancer or do you have a friend or loved one who needs a break from cancer?

Our mission is to help cancer patients and their loved ones strengthen, deepen and unify their relationships through meaningful and lasting Respite Experiences.

We only serve young adult cancer patients, ages 21-55, and only patients from the states of PA, NJ, DE, MD and NY by providing a Respite Experience.

FPS Respite Program 

Offers eligible patients, caregivers, and patient’s immediate children a chance to “Take a Break From Cancer” through a six-day FPS Respite at the Pines at Woodloch Resort. This time away helps families create lasting memories, reconnect, recharge, and remember that cancer does not define them.

Respite at Home Program

Provides a “Respite at Home Box” filled with curated items and resources for families unable to travel due to advanced-stage cancer. This at-home respite experience encourages rest, reflection, and meaningful moments together in the comfort of home.

Each Program has additional guidelines that are followed. Please fill out the form below based on your relationship to the patient, and we will follow up within 5 business days.

We look forward to working with you to bring healing, hope and happiness to you and your family in your journey!