When a parent is diagnosed with cancer, the whole family faces significant emotional and practical challenges. The ANKKER counseling program (offering support for children of parents with cancer) provides affected families with a valuable opportunity to regenerate and bond together: a break from everyday life to gain some perspective, recharge their batteries, and create valuable shared experiences.

The family break on June 19-20, 2026, in Lobbach offers a wide range of activities for young and old. The program includes:

Sports & exercise:

• Swimming pool, archery, air hockey, and other sporting activities.

Rest & relaxation:

• Saunas, relaxation room, and natural outdoor area with a pond, chicken coop, and plenty of green space.

Creativity & workshops:

• Joint design, painting, and creative projects.

Exchange & encounter:

• Opportunity to talk to other affected people and get inspiration for everyday family life

The offer combines activities for the whole family with age-appropriate programs for different groups. The focus is on shared moments that give families strength and joie de vivre.

Date and venue

• Date: Friday, June 19 to Saturday, June 20, 2026
• Venue: Seminar hotel of the Manfred Sauer Foundation, 74931 Lobbach

Participation fee and registration

The participation fee is €50 per family and includes accommodation and full board. Due to limited capacity, early registration is recommended. Further information at:

Psycho-Oncology Outpatient Clinic at NCT Heidelberg
Susanne Molter
Phone 06221 – 56 4727
susanne.molter(at)med.uni-heidelberg.de

Flyer in German (pdf)