Being sick and coming to the hospital, or having a loved one who is sick, can be a stressful time for a family. Child life specialists help reduce that stress and anxiety as much as possible.

City of Hope’s expert child life specialists work with patients and families to support the physical and emotional well-being of patients and families. 

•  Child Life Practicum and Internships  — For more information, please contact Marisol Trujillo, MS, CCLS  at mtrujillo@coh.org 
• Children’s Lives Include Moments of Bravery (CLIMB): A six-week program for children who have a family member with cancer. Facilitates discussion on how to maintain open communication and coping skills, while teaching children about cancer.
• City of Hope Bereavement Support Group. 12-week program for children, teens, parents, adults and significant others. Also available in Spanish
• Adolescent and Young Adult Program
• Beads of Courage Program — Through a tangible symbol of beads, this program integrates the use of beads to honor courage, resilience and affirm the experience of human compassion.
•  Dec My Room — Program to create a healing space for hospitalized children and teens
• CCTV activities for patients and families (Smart TVs in hospital rooms)
• Patient and Family Welcome and Orientation

Children's Cancer Center

City of Hope is a national leader in the treatment of childhood cancers and blood disorders. Learn how our team of pediatric cancer experts provides innovative and comprehensive care for children, adolescents and young adults.