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Child Life

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Mission

At Children's Hospital Medical Center of Cincinnati, Child Life specialists are professionally trained and certified members of the health care team, with college degrees in child development, education, or therapeutic recreation.

Child Life at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center advocates for the patients' and families' needs and promotes their leadership and involvement during hospitalization. The specialists function as an integral member of the Cincinnati Children's health care team.

Child Life is committed to the practice of family-centered care by promoting play, education, developmental and psychosocial support. This commitment is enriched through research and the education of professionals and the community.

Contact the Child Life Department for more information.