Leader's for Kids Summer Recess

You can impact the lives of children and families in our community.

Proceeds from this event supports specialized services within Child Life Services at Children's Hospital of Michigan. These funds will help provide therapeutic interventions that take place within the hospital, including child life services, music therapy, art therapy, yoga therapy, and school services for hospitalized children, among other types of support.

Children process information much differently than adults and have distinct needs for managing the effects of stress and trauma. Without the assistance of a Child Life Specialist who understands their unique perspective, children may experience emotions such as fear, shame, confusion, and loneliness due to a hospital experience. Interventions and support of a Child Life Specialist lessen the effects of hospitalization, promote positive coping skills, and decrease the negative effects of a hospitalization.

Significant funding support for The Child Life department is provided by Leader’s For Kids partner The Children’s Foundation.