Our story
When co-founder Sophie van Haalen was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast cancer she was just 36, a seemingly healthy, busy mum of two young boys with a thriving career in tourism marketing.
Life was quickly turned on its head undergoing a year of intense treatment including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy… Sparkle Therapy was soon dreamt up with a vision to spark joy for other patients enduring cancer treatment.
Inspired by the kindness their family received during treatment, Sophie and her husband, Symon, turned their own experience into something purposeful — combining it with their passion for creating memorable experiences to give other families uplifting moments of their own.
FAQs
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Sparkle Therapy Foundation is for Victorian cancer patients who are undergoing cancer treatment or recovering from treatment. We understand the impacts of cancer can be prolonged which is why we offer experiences for up to two years from diagnosis.
We also understand that cancer impacts the entire family, that’s why we extend experiences to immediate family members and primary carers, to bring a little joy and respite knowing the impact reaches the whole family.
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Applications are submitted via the online form on the Sparkle Therapy website.
All applications must include medical condition and month of diagnosis, along with treating Drs details.
One application per patient/family group, with limited tickets and experiences available we aim to spread as much joy to as many as possible.
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Applications will be reviewed within two weeks of submission. If granted, you will receive ‘Sparkle Mail’ containing complementary tickets to your requested experience or event.
From time to time there may be a waitlist for experiences. We rely on the support and generosity of our partners so appreciate your patience.
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Yes, family and carers can apply on behalf of patient.