Supporting the family in providing direct care to the child. Helping the family to maintain a sense of normalcy. At the center of the team is the patient, the familty and the attending physician. Experienced pediatric nurses. Children and youth counselors.
Chaplains are available to all who wish their services.
Regular visits by a pediatric nurse who provides direct care, assesses the child's condition and teaches the family to provide as much care as they are willing and able to perform. Visits from a counselor experienced in working with children and families dealing with illness and loss, providing individual and famil counseling. Spiritual care and trained volunteer support are available when desired. Caring for Kids support continues when hospitalization is necessary for acute symptom control or respite care. Special bereavement support programs are available to children who have suffered the loss of a parent, sibling or other closerelative and to families who have suffered the loss of a child.