Play and Recreation During Hospitalization
Play and recreation can be therapeutic by giving children the opportunity to explore, express and process their healthcare experiences in a safe, non-threatening environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions for the Recently Bereaved
Review frequently asked questions for the recently bereaved.
Heart Facts For You
Spreading the word about CHD is vital to educating the public as a step towards improving care and fueling scientific research.
Perinatal Palliative Care and Bereavement
CHOP offers perinatal palliative care services to support families who learn that their baby is at high risk of dying either before or shortly after birth.
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society website offers helpful information about childhood cancer diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and resources.
Neurofibromatosis Family Association (NFFA)
NFFA is a parent volunteer group that exists to support families and individuals at CHOP who are affected by neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) or schwannomatosis.
Thriving in School After Treatment
In this webinar CHOP experts discuss neuropsychological evaluation, the legal rights of students, and how to support your child as he returns to learning.
Support Siblings of Hospitalized Child
Learn about the reactions siblings may have when a brother or a sister is in the hospital and what caregivers can do to help the family cope.
Children’s Project on Palliative/Hospice Services
CHiPPS identifies, develops and shares practical strategies that advance care for children and families coping with life-threatening conditions, dying and bereavement. English and Spanish brochures available.
NF2 Crew
The NF2 Crew is an online support community for patients and family members (and other loved ones) with neurofibromatosis type 2.