Child Life
Supporting Children’s Development, Well-being, and Coping in Hospital
Child Life Services provides expert psychosocial and developmental support for children and families navigating the challenges of illness, injury, or hospitalization. Our goal is to reduce anxiety, promote healthy coping strategies, and create a sense of normalcy during the hospital stay through evidence-based, therapeutic play and education.
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At Sidra Medicine, we are committed to delivering exceptional care, ensuring optimal outcomes and peace of mind for your child and family.
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Our Approach
We believe in treating the whole child, not just their medical condition. Our Child Life team supports emotional resilience by empowering children and their families with the tools they need to understand and cope with their medical experiences.
What We Offer
- Play-based activities that promote emotional expression, reduce stress, and normalize the hospital experience
- Developmentally appropriate explanations and preparation for procedures or surgeries
- Distraction and coping strategies during difficult or painful procedures
- Cognitive, physical, and social development support through play and therapeutic activities
- Emotional support for patients, siblings, and caregivers, including grief and loss counseling
- Parent and staff education on child development and age-appropriate support during hospitalization
- Special celebrations to mark holidays and life events in a hospital setting
Our Team
- Child Life Specialists
Experts in child and adolescent development, they deliver personalized interventions, education, and support to help children manage fear and anxiety related to medical care. - Child Life Assistants
They run inpatient playroom sessions and offer bedside activities for children unable to leave their rooms, ensuring access to creative and developmental play. - Art Therapist
Uses structured art activities to support healing, emotional processing, and self-expression. This form of therapy encourages confidence and connection throughout the hospital journey.
Our Insurance Partners
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