How we Help

  • Informal assessments of children and youth/family strengths and needs
  • Therapeutic play - ways to express feelings and concerns
  • Play and activities in activity areas, bedside visiting and special events
  • Support children’s development
  • Psychosocial support for brothers and sisters
  • Age-appropriate explanations of hospital experiences
  • Preparation for stressful events at the hospital
  • Support during and after stressful events such as medical procedures
  • Psychosocial support and education for parents
  • Advocacy for the psychosocial needs of the child/youth and family

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