Behind every Family navigating a cancer diagnosis is a dedicated care team working tirelessly to provide support, guidance, and hope. Today, we are honored to spotlight Evelyn Batista Sanchez, an oncology social worker at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, whose lifelong calling to social work continues to make a meaningful difference for patients and Families during some of their most challenging moments. A Calling Discovered Early For Evelyn, the path to social work began at just 16 years old. After having a social worker involved...
PHILADELPHIA PA, OCTOBER 3RD 2025 – Bringing Hope Home was featured on PHL17 as the 15th Annual Ella Bella Fashion Show prepares to return in support of local Families battling cancer. The segment was conducted by the Delco Duo, who will return as emcees for this year’s event, helping to set the tone for an evening of connection, celebration, and HOPE. The interview featured Michelle Goglia, Founder of the Ella Bella Fashion Show created in honor of her mother Ella Mae,...
PHILADELPHIA, PA SEPTEMBER 30TH 2025 – Bringing Hope Home joined the Philadelphia Eagles at the NovaCare Complex for a one-of-a-kind Puppy Yoga event in support of the NFL’s Crucial Catch campaign. Surrounded by wagging tails, yoga mats, and the encouragement of Eagles players, Families and staff experienced an afternoon filled with laughter, comfort, and community. The event not only raised awareness about the importance of early cancer screenings, but also included a generous $5,000 donation from the Eagles to support...
SEPTEMBER 2025 – Prelude Cares Network’s Managing Director, Steve Grandizio, sits down with Paul Isenberg, the passionate CEO & Co-Founder of Bringing Hope Home, to explore the heart behind the mission, the journey, and the tangible impact of this transformative nonprofit. Gain a deeper understanding of how Bringing Hope Home blends heartfelt community care with practical support. Paul shares candid stories, lessons on scaling nonprofit programs, and the innovative ways they rally support, from giving grocery gift cards to covering essential bills for...
Did you always know you wanted to be a Social Worker? How many years have you worked in Oncology? I have wanted to be a social worker since I was a 12 or 13. I originally thought that I wanted to work in a school; however, there were no school placements available in my area during graduate school. I defaulted to taking a placement in a hospital as a medical social worker. Nearly 30 years later, I am still at it. ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ JUNE 27TH 2025 – An exciting feature of Bringing Hope Home on FOX 29 with Bob Kelly and our amazing Board Chair, Michelle Goglia present to represent BHH in promoting our 11th Annual Sea Isle STOMPS Cancer 5K & Family Walk. ...
Terri Clifton dedicated herself to being an Oncology Social Worker for the past 18 years. She began her social work journey as a hospital social worker after graduating from the University of Delaware in 1980. Terri spent a portion caring for her aunt who battled bladder cancer while Terri was growing up. Taking her aunt to appointments and spending time with her during treatment was Terri’s first real experience in a hospital setting. This is what led her to realize...
BRINGING HOPE HOME HELPS THEIR 8000TH LOCAL FAMILY WITH CANCER MALVERN, PA AUGUST 17TH– Bringing Hope Home, a non-profit organization, has helped their 8000th Family with cancer. Since their inception in 2008, they have provided emotional and financial support to local Families with cancer through their Light of Hope Family Grant. “We want to extend our greatest thanks and heartfelt gratitude to all of our generous supporters and incredible BHH Families who have made this achievement possible. Whether you’ve donated your resources,...
Carla Conarty is a social worker who works closely with Bringing Hope Home through her role in the Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) at the Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute in Allentown, PA. Throughout the past four years, Carla has referred over 80 local Families with cancer to our Light of Hope Family Grant Program and holiday Adopt-A-Family Program. Carla took some time to share a bit about herself, her role at...
Erika Parker is a social worker at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA who works closely with Bringing Hope Home. Throughout the past eight years, Erika has referred 58 local families with cancer to our Light of Hope Family Grant Program and holiday Adopt-A-Family Program. Erika took some time to share a bit about herself, the work she does, and her experience working with Bringing Hope Home When asked to share a bit about herself...