Zuch says the Morgan Center is the only program of its kind in America.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients

But this has also created a wonderful opportunity for parents that Zuch did not envision when she started the program.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients

By the time Zuch got home that day, she had a clear idea for what would eventually become the Morgan Center.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients

"Exposure to a simple childhood cold or illness can become life-threatening to these children, " said Zuch, who also teaches at the school.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients

"Part of me relives Morgan going through treatment (with) every new child that I meet and every parent that's telling me their story, " Zuch said.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients

One day at the hospital, Zuch noticed there was a play area for young cancer patients where Morgan was able to play with another child.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients

The program has been so successful that a second center on Long Island is in the works, and Zuch has been approached to replicate the model in other states.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients

"I thought, 'Well, this is OK because this child also has a minimal world of exposures, also cannot be around other children due to a suppressed immune system, ' " Zuch said.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients

Zuch was so concerned with Morgan's isolation and lack of social development that she hired a play therapist to teach Morgan some of the things that most kids take for granted, like playing, sharing and taking turns.

CNN: Giving a childhood to young cancer patients