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Child Life Program at the Children's Medical Center
The Child Life Program at VCU Children's Medical Center is designed
to help children and their families cope with their health care
experiences. We believe in having someone specially trained to
meet the child's emotional needs. One of the best ways for children
to cope is through play. Play provides opportunities for self-expression,
creativity and an outlet for emotions. Play also provides a sense
of control, safety and normalcy in the child's environment. Child
Life also can emotionally prepare children and their families
for procedures, operations or treatments that may occur. Child
Life also will accompany children to these procedures to provide
support to patients and families.
The Child Life team
Goals of Child Life
Services offered by Child Life
Child Life Special Projects
Tours
Helpful tips for families
Volunteering for Child Life
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