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Rebounders is a grass roots support group for adult survivors of childhood cancer. It was found and run by these survivors. The goal is to help fellow survivors, many now in their 30’s and 40’s, understand their past in such a way that they are able to live today to its fullest, and look forward to the future with great anticipation. Survivors meet, enjoy each others company, and build and maintain strong social relationships. They organize and attend events, conferences, and help at camps for children with cancer. Rebounders is the creation of cancer survivor Andrew Sprawson of Oakville. It was in 1973 that Andrew was diagnosed with a brain tumor at the age of 10. From that point on his life changed dramatically, as many of his old friends and new acquaintances focused on his disabilities rather than his uniqueness and creative abilities. It was not until Andrew was 29 that he began to pursue ways to engage other childhood survivors of cancer, and it wasn’t long before his life began to change; he met his future wife Jill, another survivor, and today they are blessed with two handsome little boys. Andrew and Jill’s boundless energy has taken Rebounders beyond their greatest dreams. Today Rebounders includes a centre - a meeting place donated by Andrew’s brother, developer Jonathan Sprawson. This lovely building is a meeting place boasting wood, home economics, sewing, cooking and baking workshops, helping survivors to enhance the talents they already possess and at a pace that is comfortable for each of these wonderful people.
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