If you or someone you care for is a survivor of childhood cancer and has questions or concerns about school or employment, the POGO School and Work Transitions Program can help.
There are many reasons why survivors of brain tumours and other childhood cancers can face challenges achieving their educational and career goals. These range from learning or physical difficulties resulting from their disease or treatment to the mental health impact of a childhood cancer experience.
POGO School and Work Transitions Counsellors support survivors with a smoother transition from secondary or post-secondary school or from being off school or work to further education or employment.
Types of questions POGO Counsellors commonly answer:
Academic Accommodations
• What kinds of academic accommodations can I ask for?
• What medical documentation is required?
• How do I register with accessibility services?
• Can a POGO counsellor help me explore alternative pathways to education?
• I’m having trouble completing my high school diploma. Can a POGO Counsellor help me?
Scholarships & Financial Support
• What oncology and disability scholarships are available?
• Can I get help with applications or personal statements?
• How does OSAP work? Are there grants or appeals?
Preparation and Exploration
• Can I get help with my resume and cover letter?
• How do I prepare for an interview?
• Can I get guidance exploring career options?
Accommodation & Income Support
• What workplace accommodations can I ask for?
• Do I need to disclose my diagnosis?
• Can I work while receiving ODSP?
• How much income can I earn before ODSP income support is affected?
POGO collects and retains your patient/family/client information in the POGO School and Work Transitions Program Database.
