By Sarah Panetta | Interim Executive Director
Part of the magic of CHAP is that we welcome children AND their families, both in and out of the hospital.
Recently our lead hospital teacher, Sharon, bumped into a family we've come to know well. They were at the hospital for a follow-up visit. Haley* was in her wheelchair, brother Owen* was at her side, and Mom was making sure everyone stuck together. When they saw Sharon, Mom was excited to tell her how much fun Haley and Owen had at one of our Summer Workshops, held at the Studio.
Mom explained: there aren't many places that welcome BOTH of her children, although they love to be together. Places that are comfortable with kids in wheelchairs usually aren't offering a program for healthy kids. Places that provide programs for "normal" kids often can't or won't accommodate kids in wheelchairs. At CHAP - both in the hospital and out - we are delighted to welcome siblings.
Our focus is, and always will be, bringing the healing power of art to children in medical crisis. Extending support to include those who are traveling the path with them - especially their brothers + sisters - is important to them, so it's important to us.
Thanks to your support, we can create experiences where both siblings are welcome; where kids like Haley + Owen can be together.
*Names have been changed to honor confidentiality
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