Child hospital support
Child Life Therapy aims to minimise stress, normalise the hospital setting and help children cope positively with their healthcare experience.
You'll find Child Life Therapy on Level 2, The Children's Hospital at Westmead and on Level 3 at Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick.
Child life therapy plays a crucial role in supporting young patients and their families throughout their medical journey. Child life specialists use play, education, and emotional support tailored to each child’s developmental stage to help them understand and cope with medical procedures and hospitalisation.
By offering age-appropriate explanations and creating a comforting environment, they aim to reduce anxiety and stress, making the hospital experience as manageable and positive as possible.
This approach not only helps children feel more at ease but also supports their overall well-being and adjustment during their time in hospital.