ABOUT US

Knit for Life™ is a network of volunteers who use the healing experience of knitting to enhance the lives of cancer patients and their caregivers during treatment and recovery. It provides a program of instruction for beginning and experienced knitters in a nontraditional therapeutic environment.

Through knitting, patients escape isolation as they share their experiences and concerns. They receive both mental and physical support, and they learn about the cancer process in ways that help support thoughtful decision-making and self-advocacy.

This work began in 1997 in Seattle through programs that have reached hundreds of people at the University of Washington Medical Center, the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, and the Providence Campus of Swedish Medical Center. Through the work of its founder, cancer survivor Tanya Parieaux, the work of Knit for Life™ is expanding to other cities and hospital and inpatient settings.

Mission Statement

To support and enhance the lives of cancer patients and their caregivers while going through the process of treatment and recovery by the gentle and healing experience of knitting. This program enables patients and caregivers to come together and share experiences and concerns in a relaxed and supportive environment.