Patient gaming in the Family Resource Center

The Healing Power of Play

For children, play isn’t just fun—it’s an essential part of life. When a hospital stay pulls them away from their favorite games, toys, and friends, it makes an already stressful experience even harder. Enter Annie Goldsnider, who has one of the coolest jobs at Connecticut Children’s. Annie is the Gaming & Technology Specialist in Child Life Services, and she brings the healing power of play to...
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A toddler is seen by Audiology. She holds a distraction toy, provided by Child Life.

When Hearing Hurts: Transforming Lives Through Sound

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Isaac, holding a sign that says "Cured of Cancer!"

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Dan and Andrea Hurley hold their newly won piece or art alongside artist and patient, Ava, who is battling cancer at Connecticut Children's..

An Evening Beyond Imagination and the Golden Ticket to a Record-Breaking Gala!

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Declan is a joyful boy!

Rarities: Declan and Dandy-Walker Syndrome

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A Day in the Life: Quality and Patient Safety

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The Poop Group

Dr. Sejkora and The Poop Group

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Bringing Hope Home: Iliana’s Courageous Journey Through Leukemia and a Lifesaving Bone Marrow Transplant

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Training for “What If?”

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Child Life Specialists simulate procedures with toys to make kids feel more comfortable.

Dr. Teddy Bear Will See You Now

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