@AssocChildLife

🩵 Supports #ChildLifeSpecialists who help children and families manage challenging experiences in hospitals and other environments

 Arlington, VA
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Joined May 2010
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👂📣🦻 We want to hear from you! 👂📣🦻 What topics do you want to see in 2024 Professional Development programming? Abstract submissions are open until July 31 at 11:59 PM EST. Use the link in our bio to learn more and submit.
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Thank you @ValeroEnergy for the generosity that has made the COPE pain and comfort delirium kits possible. We are proud to see @UnivHealthSA employees sharing compassionate ideas at the #ChildLife Conference @AssocChildLife!
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I feel so privileged to work with the @AssocChildLife the staff, board and membership.
McMaster University Department of Pediatrics@MacUPediatrics13 Jul 2023
“There are many firsts in leadership, and many have served before me.  I feel somewhat like I’m standing on the shoulders of giants,” @sarahmcmasteru said of her new role of @AssociChildLife. Read more ⬇️ pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaste… #InvestInOurPeople #ABrighterPath #ChildLife
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Save and share these extra certifications and trainings you can implement into your child life practice. 🩺🧸💕 Whether it’s learning ASL or becoming a bereavement coach, every step of professional development will help you serve even more sick children in need.
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Safety, compassion, and comfort are at the heart of child life practices. 💕🩺🧸 #encouragekids #childlife #childlifespecialist #childrenshealth #childrenshospital #helpchildren #helpachild #childreninneed #playtherapy
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More co-created board game fun with a teen patient this week! We included tasks she needs to work on, honored her achievements and added cool activity squares #childlife #games #play #boardgames #teens #Creative
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July is #MinorityMentalHealth Month. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or substance use, help is available in English, Spanish, and other languages . 💜 Help yourself & share to help others samhsa.gov/find-help
Minority Mental Health awareness Month help is available. ayuda es disponible samhsa.gov/find-help 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 or 988Lifeline.org Español 1-888-628-9454 Translation services in over 250 additional languages SAMHSA's National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) English & Spanish Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 Español oprima 2 Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 Español oprima 2

ALT Minority Mental Health awareness Month help is available. ayuda es disponible samhsa.gov/find-help 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 or 988Lifeline.org Español 1-888-628-9454 Translation services in over 250 additional languages SAMHSA's National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) English & Spanish Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 Español oprima 2 Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 Español oprima 2

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Celebrating an amazing year since our launch at @AkronChildrens! 🎉 In that time, Super Rewards expanded to the entire hospital and they've recently introduced our Super Path to Super Duper Better, both to the benefit of countless patients. Here's to an exciting future ahead! 🌟
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Sometimes we all need a helping paw! 🐾 #FacilityDog, Jellybean, often works with Beckham during his physical therapy sessions and visits during his dialysis treatments. So cute! 💙
Jellybean is sitting next to Beckham who is using a walker to help him stand.

ALT Jellybean is sitting next to Beckham who is using a walker to help him stand.

Jellybean is sitting next to Beckham who is reaching out to pet her and using a walker to help him stand.

ALT Jellybean is sitting next to Beckham who is reaching out to pet her and using a walker to help him stand.

Jellybean is sitting next to Beckham who is reaching out to pet her and using a walker to help him stand.

ALT Jellybean is sitting next to Beckham who is reaching out to pet her and using a walker to help him stand.

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Today was a home run for these kids and nurses! ⚾ Third baseman @nick3lopez paid a visit to patients Riley and Kyler, some of our staff, and even #FacilityDog Jellybean! It truly brightened their day. Thanks for “swinging” by! 👑💙
Riley is sitting in his hospital bed holding up an autographed photo of Nicky and making a peace sign. Nicky is standing next to him smiling.

ALT Riley is sitting in his hospital bed holding up an autographed photo of Nicky and making a peace sign. Nicky is standing next to him smiling.

Nicky is standing with a group of nurses and they are all smiling.

ALT Nicky is standing with a group of nurses and they are all smiling.

Kyler is sitting in his wheelchair smiling and Nicky is standing next to him smiling.

ALT Kyler is sitting in his wheelchair smiling and Nicky is standing next to him smiling.

Jellybean is sitting next to Nicky and he is smiling.

ALT Jellybean is sitting next to Nicky and he is smiling.

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Co-creating board games with my patients is a great way to work on goals and help kids acknowledge areas they need to work on in their coping and medical experiences #childlife #boardgames #creativity #play #ccls #games #goals
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“Child life: We make healing look like child’s play.” 💕🩺🥳 #throwbackthursday #standishfoundation #sf4c #childlife #childlifespecialist #childlifestudent #childrenshospital #childrenshealth #playtherapy #playtherapist
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Learn more about the incredible work of Dorian and Lemon in our Child Life Services: leehealth.org/our-services/c… #GoGolisano #Dogs (5/5)
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Their presence brings joy and relief, helping patients and families navigate difficult times. 🌟 #ChildLife (4/5)
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Working alongside their dedicated Certified Child Life Specialists, Erika and Sarah, Dorian and Lemon are full-time employees at our hospital. (3/5)
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Unlike regular furry friends, Dorian and Lemon are professionally trained to work in healthcare settings, becoming partners to our clinical staff 🐕🏥 #ChildLifeServices #FacilityDogs (2/5)
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🐾🏢 Bring Your Dog to Work Day is a little different when the pup has a job of their own! Meet Dorian and Lemon, our incredible Child Life Facility Dogs. #bringyourdogtoworkday 🧵 ALERT (1/5)
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Shriners Children's Boston@ShrinersBoston27 Jun 2023
It's always a joyful occasion when one of our pet therapy dogs comes to visit us at Shriners Children's Boston. #PetTherapy #ChildLife
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3 easy-to-memorize affirmations for hospitalized children 🧸💜 #encouragekids #childlife #childlifespecialist #childrenshospital #childrenshealth #helpchildren #affirmationsforkids #kidsaffirmations #affirmations #kidsmentalhealth #globalhealth
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Awesome opportunity in Arkansas #ChildLifeSpecialists! 🐶
Arkansas Children's@archildrens28 Jun 2023
Here is someone's dream job! Be a Child Life Specialist who works with our dog! Apply at archildrens.org/careers #childlife #Arkansas #therapydog #Pediatrics
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