Facing a threat of Cancer in the family is not only a life-threatening ordeal, but also a huge challenge – enough that the families should not have to deal with other complications such as transport. However, too many Canadian families that is an added worry, they also have to deal with in conjunction with the initial shock of diagnosis. As a result, Sunbeam® started the initiative Support with Warmth to help lessen the worries of those afflicted by Cancer.
It is an awareness and fundraising program they launched to help the Canadian Cancer Society’s patient transportation programs, such as Wheels of Hope in Ontario. Many Canadians rely on these programs to transport their loved ones to the necessary treatment centre. The main inspiration and core of the campaign is the true story of a single mother, Kelly Tugnett.
At only six months old, when mother’s still relish in the joy of seeing their little baby grow, Kelly had to deal with the fact that her little boy Jaxson was diagnosed with a rare form of Cancer – Embryonal Rhabdomyosarcoma. If that was not enough to deal with, she also had to figure out how to reach the treatment for her son as she did not have the means to transport him. If it was not for volunteer drivers like Florence Devitt that gave her secure transport and support through the journey her life would surely have come tumbling down. You can have a look at this heart-warming story yourself.
Sunbeam® is helping others like Kelly by donating 75,000 kilometres to the Wheels of Hope transportation program. If that is not already enough, they also recognise that feeling cold or chilled easily is another reality that Cancer patients have to face due to the disease and treatment, therefore they are giving some warmth where it is needed by donating 500 Sunbeam® Heated Throws. You can also share in the warmth by having a look at their website and donating some of your time or by spreading the word.
Additionally, you can even get yourself one of these fuzzy blankets – the Cuddle up Heated Throw, to ward off the winter chill. It is available in 22 assorted patterns and colours; you are bound to find the perfect fuzzy companion. It is big enough to snuggle in when you are sitting on the couch or to warm the inside of your bed up just enough for the perfect sleep at night. It also offers you easy and accessible warmth with its secure three heat settings on its easy to use control, to suit your needs.
If you are like me, worried about the safety of your family – you do not need to fret as it also includes a 3-hour auto-off function. Therefore, you can use it and fall asleep inside in its fuzzy warmth without having to worry about it causing an accident. Additionally, it is also easy to clean and dry, safe to wash in the machine and tumble dry without it causing any future problems. It also includes a limited 5-year warranty.
The Cuddle up Heated Throw is available at Sunbeam® and the following retailers – The Bay, Home Outfitters, Walmart, Sears and Home Hardware. I would recommend that you get yourself one of these fuzzy throws or even buy it for someone, as a present that you feel needs a little warmth, it is definitely worth it.
**Disclosure: I received a sample of the product to facilitate this post. No other compensation was provided and all views and opinions stated on this post are 100% my own.
Ooooh I want one of these blankets. Hubby always tells me I’m the biggest wimp in the winter lol.
Great fundraising program by Sunbeam!