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such as automated tools, keyboard-only navigation, and screen readers.
We are working to have the website conform to the relevant standards of the Section 508 Web Accessibility Standards developed by the United States Access Board, as
well as the World Wide Web Consortium's (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1. These standards and guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. We believe that conformance with these standards and
guidelines will help make the website more user friendly for all people.
Our efforts are ongoing. While we strive to have the website adhere to these guidelines and standards, it is not always possible to do so in all areas of the website.
If, at any time, you have specific questions or concerns about the accessibility of any particular webpage, please contact WebsiteAccess@tenethealth.com so that we may be of assistance.
One of the biggest challenges for patients and their families is staying motivated and hopeful during long days in the hospital. The Child Life program works to normalize patients' hospital experience to provide children with activities that help them
understand the treatment process while helping them develop new skills, conquer challenges, build self-esteem and a sense of mastery.
Child Life Specialists are developmental experts who provide support and advocacy for children and
their families during critical times when they face traumatic injury, severe illnesses and even end-of-life issues. That support may start in the pediatric emergency room and continue throughout your child's hospital stay and discharge.
Our Child Life program offers:
Procedure Preparation
Pre-surgical hospital orientation/tour
Diagnostic Education
Guided Distraction
Coping Techniques
Engaging Activities
Special Event Celebrations
Bereavement Services
Volunteer Program
In-House Units:
Med/Surgery
Hematology/Oncology
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
General Pediatrics
Pediatric Emergency Department
Areas covered:
Special Procedures
Interventional Radiology
Laboratory
Trauma
Surgery
If your family might benefit from our services, please call 561-882-6334.
We need your support, too.
Our Child Life program receives a portion of their support through the Palm Beach Children’s Hospital Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to benefiting the patients and families at Palm Beach Children's Hospital and St. Mary’s
Medical Center. This support comes in the form of donations from individuals and businesses that care about the well-being of children facing chronic and acute illness or trauma. If you would like to help bring hope and support to patients and families
in need, please contact us at (561) 882-9182.
Meet our Child Life Team
Kimberlyn Jaggers, MS, CCLS Certified Child Life Specialist
Lisa Barron, BS Pediatric Office Supervisor
Kaile Jo Scott, MS, CCLS Certified Child Life Specialist
To contact the Child Life team, please call 561-882-6334.
